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It's Resume Writing Season! 10 Tips to Update That Old Resume

If your resume has been collecting digital dust, it's time for a refresh. Here are ten quick, practical tips.

  1. Big Yourself Up — don't undersell what you actually accomplished.
  2. Show Off Your Smarts — lead with the skills and results that matter most for the role.
  3. Keep It Pro — professional tone and formatting, even for casual industries.
  4. Skip the Tech Talk — avoid jargon a hiring manager outside your field wouldn't understand.
  5. Embrace Your Odd Jobs — unconventional experience often shows adaptability.
  6. Less Is More — cut anything that doesn't support the story you're telling.
  7. Customize, Customize, Customize — every application deserves a tailored resume.
  8. Start With a Bang — your summary should hook a reader in the first two lines.
  9. Keep It Real — exaggerating catches up with you in the interview.
  10. Don't Go It Alone — a second set of eyes catches what you can't see anymore.

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