Avoid cramming as much information as possible onto your resume. Omit irrelevant details that don’t relate directly to the job and are unnecessary for the employer’s hiring decision. Here are some examples: a. Personal details that could lead to hiring discrimination, such as age, birthdate, sexual orientation, civil status, height, weight, religion, name of spouse and children, and political affiliation, unless the position requires it. b. Second phone number or email address – This information wastes space on the page and may confuse the recruiter. c. Personal website or blog – Not necessary unless you’re a writer, web designer, or SEO professional who wants to showcase your relevant skills. d. Social media profiles – Provide only your LinkedIn profile. Other social networks are too personal and unnecessary. The hiring manager might “stalk” your online profiles anyway. e. Salary history and expected salary – The recruiter will ask for this information during the interview. It’s too early (not to mention imprudent) to bring up your salary in the first stage of your application. f. Work experience dating back over 15 years, unless the roles are still relevant to your current career. g. Unrelated hobbies that remotely have anything to do with the job. h. Obsolete skills – The employer doesn’t need to know that you are proficient with outdated technology or no longer have current and relevant abilities in your industry. i. Street addresses of companies and schools – State the city and province (plus the country if located abroad) of your employers and schools.