{"id":8785,"date":"2024-12-09T11:08:44","date_gmt":"2024-12-09T10:08:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/?p=8785"},"modified":"2025-04-08T09:51:24","modified_gmt":"2025-04-08T07:51:24","slug":"dos-donts-resume","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/dos-donts-resume\/","title":{"rendered":"Dos and Don’ts in Your Resume"},"content":{"rendered":"\t\t
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What makes a great resume? There are probably thousands of opinions on this topic. However, there are some fundamental aspects that can help you optimize your CV, as well as common mistakes you should absolutely avoid. We’ve compiled the most important Dos & Don’ts from our perspective:<\/p>


\ud83c\udf1f Dos in Your Resume \ud83c\udf1f<\/strong><\/h4>

These key points will help you create a clear, professional, and compelling resume:<\/p>


\u2705 Include a short profile:<\/strong> A concise yet impactful summary<\/strong> \ud83d\udcdd belongs at the top of your resume. In 4\u20135 bullet points, highlight your experience, skills, strengths, and competencies. Think of it as your “elevator pitch” for the job.<\/p>


\u2705 Use a clear layout:<\/strong> Utilize formatting techniques such as bold text, paragraphs, and visual elements to create structure, emphasize key points, and guide the reader’s eye \ud83d\udc40. This makes your resume easier to skim.<\/p>


\u2705 Bullet points over paragraphs:<\/strong> Long blocks of text are discouraging. Bullet points make information easy to scan\u2014ideal for decision-makers who have limited time. \u23f1\ufe0f<\/p>


\u2705 Less is more:<\/strong> Your resume should be clear and to the point. Focus on relevant information that truly matters for the position you\u2019re applying for. Avoid redundancy and overly detailed descriptions. Concise wording beats lengthy explanations!<\/p>


\u2705 Group related job roles together:<\/strong> If you\u2019ve held multiple positions at the same company or within affiliated organizations, list them under a single time period while specifying each role separately.<\/p>

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\ud83d\udeab Don’ts in Your Resume \u2013 Avoid These Common Mistakes! \ud83d\udeab<\/strong><\/h4>

Opinions on this may vary, but as a recruiter and headhunter, I\u2019ve compiled the key Don’ts<\/strong> that can negatively impact your first impression. Here\u2019s what to watch out for! \ud83d\udc47<\/p>


\u274c 1. Large blocks of text<\/strong>
You have about 30 seconds to make an impression! Use bullet points to enhance readability and clarity. Studies show that bullet points improve reading speed and help recruiters quickly grasp essential details. \ud83d\udcdd<\/p>


\u274c 2. A cover page with only a photo and personal details<\/strong>
First impressions matter! If you choose to include a cover page, make sure it offers more than just a photo and your name. Add a short profile with relevant details so recruiters get a meaningful overview right away. \ud83d\udccb<\/p>


\u274c 3. Listing only years for job positions<\/strong>
Avoid vague dates like “2018\u20132020.” This could mean anything from 14 months to nearly three years, leading to misinterpretation. Always include months to provide clarity. \ud83d\uddd3\ufe0f<\/p>


\u274c 4. Incorrect order of job experience<\/strong>
Your current position should ALWAYS be listed first, followed by previous roles. The same applies to education and training! \ud83d\udd04<\/p>


\u274c 5. Lack of formatting<\/strong>
Design matters! I always say, “Guide the reader\u2019s eye.” \ud83d\udc40 Use formatting techniques like bold or italicized text, bullet points, spacing, color accents, and headings to make your resume visually structured. This helps highlight key details and ensures a smooth reading experience.<\/p>


Not everyone is a resume expert or can create the “perfect” CV in an instant. We hope these tips help you craft a top-tier resume.<\/p>


And if you need support, our Candidate Services<\/a><\/strong><\/span> are here to help you prepare for your next career move!<\/p>

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Dos and Don’ts in Your Resume
\nA strong resume opens doors \u2013 but what really matters? We’ve put together the most important Dos & Don’ts to help you make your CV clear, professional, and to the point.<\/p>\n

\u2705 Dos: A short profile as an elevator pitch, a clear structure with bullet points, concise wording, and a visually appealing layout.
\n\ud83d\udeab Don’ts: Long paragraphs instead of bullet points, unclear date ranges, incorrect order of experience, or an uninformative cover page.<\/p>\n

With these tips, you’ll make the best possible first impression! And if you need support, our Candidate Services are here to help.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":1,"featured_media":8798,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":false,"template":"elementor_header_footer","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[101],"tags":[90],"class_list":["post-8785","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-tips-and-tricks","tag-tips-tricks"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8785","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/1"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=8785"}],"version-history":[{"count":10,"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8785\/revisions"}],"predecessor-version":[{"id":8814,"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/8785\/revisions\/8814"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/8798"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=8785"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=8785"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/heartsandbrains.ch\/en\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=8785"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}