How do you spell Potatoe?

How do you spell Potatoe?

We all know that the resume doesn’t get you a job, it gets you an interview.  It can also stop you dead in your tracks if you have spelling and grammar mistakes.  The quickest way to put yourself out of the hiring funnel is having misspelled words on your resume.

While the interview will land you the job, the resume gets you in the door. Your resume is your first chance to make a good impression, so don’t screw it up with easy-to-correct errors. Proofread, proofread, proofread and for goodness’ sake, proofread!

Before you hit the send button, have someone else look over your resume to catch any errors you might have missed. (Remember: Computer spell-check functions don’t catch everything).

For college students, utilize the career services center, as its staff members are there to help you.

Mistakes are a direct reflection of you and your personal brand. Don’t let your first impression also be your last.

One more thing; Are you still putting “References available upon request” or actually listing your references and their information on your resume?  We are all aware that you’ll provide references when they are needed.  Don’t waste valuable space on your resume be stating the obvious.

David (Mac) McElhaney

Managing Partner
Global Recruiters of Huntsville

102 Clinton Ave, West

Suite 201

Huntsville, AL 35801

Phone: 256-533-1444 Ext 201

Fax: 256-418-4485

Mobile: 407-341-4462