The Proper Way to Write a Resume - Do's and Don'ts

Do . . .

• Ensure your CV is well spaced and visually attractive.
• Ensure it is concise and to the point.
• Use action words.
• Quantify your experience.
• Be consistent in your use of dates, numbers, abbreviations, etc.
• Check and recheck for language, punctuation and grammar errors.
• Have someone else critique and proofread your CV.
• Use quality paper.
• Make sure the paper colour is white, ivory, cream, beige, buff, or light grey.
• Use a letter-quality or laser printer and black type
• Use a readable font i.e. Arial, Times New Roman or Verdana
• Use a matching envelope or mail it flat in a 9" x 12" white or manila envelope.
  

Don't . . .

• Type "Résumé or CV" above your name.
• State your reasons for leaving a job.
• Use abbreviations or contractions.
• Write lengthy prose.
• Use multiple fonts, typographic symbols, or other visual elements.
• Use personal pronouns (I, we, my).
• Include a photograph.
• Mention personal data (e.g., height, weight, health, age or date of birth, marital status, race, religion, sex, etc.).

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