The hiring practice has changed drastically over the years. However, many of the same resume myths are still circulating. Here are 5 of the most common misconceptions:

# 1 – One-page rule – In truth, overall quality is more important than length. If you’re concerned about length, add a few extra pages to serve as an addendum and you’ll be just fine.

# 2 – It’s okay to lie - lying on your resume is the ultimate “no-no”. If you do get the job, there’s a great chance that the employer will check your references later, leading to termination or worse.

# 3 – You need an objective – though it wouldn’t hurt, an objective is not required. Many of them merely contain generic information the employee has seen on hundreds of resumes.

# 4 – You need references on the resume – contrary to several myths, your references do not have to be listed on the resume itself. Usually, a separate sheet is added to serve as the reference page.

# 5 – A broad resume is suitable for all jobs – this may be the case if you’re specifically looking for work in the warehouse field. Just don’t go advertising your experience as a hi-lo driver when you’re applying for a telemarketing position.

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