What Not To Include In A Resume

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Here are some guidelines to help you improve your resume:

  • There is no need to mention your high school studies if you’re a university graduate.
  • Internships, college and summer jobs belong on your resume only if they are directly related to your target role, or if you have no other professional experience.
  • Objectives and “References available…” are outdated and take up valuable real estate that can be used for more important information.
  • Certifications, memberships, and hobbies are to be mentioned cautiously. List only those that might contribute to your professional image.
  • Your headshot, marital status, and religious views are most likely irrelevant. In fact, many companies will remove this information from your application so it does not affect their decision one way or the other.

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iCareerSolutions, America’s #1 Executive and Professional Resume Writing Services, Reverse Recruitment, and LinkedIn Profile Development Company. 28X award-winning resume writers deliver professional resumes that get interviews. We have successfully landed our executive clients senior-level leadership positions at companies like Apple, Amazon, EA, Oracle, GM, Google, Facebook, DoJ, Gap, and 2U just to name a few. iCareerSolutions has 200+ 5-star reviews and offers a 60-day interview guarantee. Every resume template created is Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) compatible and highly customized to meet your unique needs.

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Luke Onorato
My career goal was to land a finance position in New York city. I spent over a year applying to numerous job postings and reaching out to companies to attempt to tell my story. I had Arno work on rebuilding my resume and cover letter. After receiving my new resume, I applied to four new job posting, interviewed with all four companies, and landed an offer. Arno helped explain my story on paper and…
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Karen Tan
I give Arno five stars! After working for the same company for 18 years, I had no idea how to create a resume that would get me noticed. His process was quick, responsive and easy. He also assisted me in updating my LinkedIn. After a short, 4 month, job search, I have a new CEO position! While Arno doesn’t do the interviewing for you…..he sure does help you get your foot in the door with an am…
Karen Tan
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They helped me improve my personal Brand, they provided constructive feedback on my resume, LinkedIn profile, and cover letter. Now, recruiters are scheduling more interviews with me.
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Ben Howard
“Arno and his team at iCareerSolutions are fast, reliable, and incredibly knowledgeable about resumes, LinkedIn SEO, and the recruitment process. From start to finish, communication was a constant and the entire process was professional. Every step of Arno’s process is on time and delivers on what was promised. I am pleased with the results, and I recommend Arno for assistance with your resume,…
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Natalya Brook
Arno is a true professional and my resume has never looked better! Arno redesigned my resume, cover letter, and my LinkedIn page and it was a learning experience for me as well. He is on point and on time! I truly enjoyed the steps we took together and I would recommend Arno to everyone who needs a new perspective. Thank you for all your help!
Natalya BrookProject Manager
Talia Ortega Morales
Arno- Thank you so much! I will review thoroughly and will send back with comments, but I just want to say I love what I see! This is amazing! Thank you!
Talia Ortega
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“Hi Arno, Looks great!”
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Jennifer Wein
Having worked with two high-end professional resume and bio writers, I can officially say that the intake template that iCareerSolutions provided was simpler to complete and honed in on key points. They also did a great job taking my complicated history and summarizing it into a structured bio and pitch that I can continue to update. Thank you, iCareerSolutions!…
Jennifer WeinSenior Creative Director
Matthew Getz
I have worked with Arno on two separate occasions. The first time was to create my resume and cover letter. He writes beautifully and taught me the importance of focusing on, not only what I want to be, but the best way to present it. His advice was invaluable and I landed a job quickly as a result. The second time was the creation of my LinkedIn profile, which I am delighted with. His input guide…
Matthew GetzVice President
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