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Understanding the common mistakes job candidates make on resumes, and how to overcome them, can set you apart from your competitors.

The first mistake is including irrelevant work experience. Instead, only add roles that are relevant to the position you’re applying for.

The second is customizing your resume. While it’s in your benefit to adjust your resume to better match the job description, over-tuning your resume for every application can be a waste of time — and end up slowing down your search.

This is especially true if you’re focused on securing a particular position that has a standard job title like “marketing coordinator” or “sales associate.”

The third is overdesigning your resume. Recruiters only spend a few seconds scanning it, so keep the format simple and straightforward.

The fourth is coming off as a novice. For example, don’t use an ancient email address — update it to something that sounds more professional, and give your resume a specific name so it’s easier to identify.

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Do you know that our project management practicum includes a resume building and interview preparation to help you craft a project manager focused resume.

You can still enroll for our project management practicum?

• Start Date: May 27th, 2024
• Duration: 9 weeks
• Recommended weekly time commitment: 8 hours
• Live class sessions: Saturdays, 10 am - 1 pm EST, Thursdays, 9 - 10 pm EST

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Highlights of our programs include:

 Key concepts, principles, and frameworks

 Practical sessions to apply and practice learnings

 Group assignments and discussion

 Resume preparation and review session

 Mock interviews

For more details, feel free to reach out to us at info@pollardconsults.com or

call +1 343 462 7696

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