10 Common Resume Mistakes and How to Fix Them

1. Typos. Read it aloud, and have someone else read it.
2. A generic resume. Adjust it for each role.
3. Duties instead of results. Write what changed because of your work.
4. No numbers. Add figures: users, money, time saved.
5. Fancy design. Columns and graphics can break software parsing.
6. Too long. Cut anything older than 10 to 15 years or unrelated.
7. Weak verbs. Replace "responsible for" with "led", "built" or "reduced".
8. Missing keywords. Mirror the posting where true.
9. Unprofessional email address. Use a simple name-based one.
10. Lying or stretching. Background checks and interviews find it quickly.