1.
Name your resume file with your first and last name.
It will make your file easier to find in the crowd of resumes they receive.
2.
Let the employer know what you can do for them.
Do not just list what you can do.
Research the prospective employer.
Find out what they need and try to match your skills, education, and accomplishments to match their needs.
3.
Never lie or exaggerate.
These type of things come back to bite you in the future.
If you only tell the truth, you only have to remember the truth.
You do not have to remember exaggerations or lies.
4.
Do not include references on your resume.
Employers need your references only after they have reviewed your resume and find that you may match their needs.
Another reason for not listing references on your resume is that this also eliminates what I call reference overload.
You send out several applications and each perspective employers checks your references.
The references you listed may be overwhelmed by calls and may become aggravated.
You do not want your references to become mad or aggravated at you for listing them on your resume (or application).
5.
Format your resume consistently.
This shows the employer that you pay attention to detail.
It also allows you to highlight your strengths and that you take pride in your work.
6.
Always spell and grammar check your resume.
7.
Only abbreviate words that are widely known in your industry.
The last thing you want an employer to try to figure out is some obscure abbreviation.