Typos on resumes and applications drive recruiters crazy! We have three quick steps you can take to make sure your application is error free.
1) Check it. Run spell check to fix spelling or grammar errors. This is pretty simple and doesn’t take very much time. Even if you don’t see a red squiggly line under any of your words, it is better to be safe than sorry and run it anyway!
2) Share it. Find a friend who is really good with words and have them look at your resume or application. If you have more than one friend that has a way with language or is really good at catching errors, have them all look at it and give suggestions. The more eyes you get on your resume, the more likely it is that somebody will catch a mistake where you’ve mistyped your email address or you’ve used the wrong phone number.
3) Speak it. I know that sounds a little weird, but when you read something aloud you’re much more likely to catch your own mistakes. It always surprises me what I’ve missed after taking the first two steps. There are things that spell check doesn’t catch and that a friend may look past that can end up as huge mistakes on your application!
Once you’ve got your resume just the way you want it, save it and then use it to copy and paste into other formats. If you already have a solid version of your resume, you can use it in other places, it’s a lot faster and you’ll know that you aren’t making typos or errors because you’re copying and pasting from the error-free document.
What if the job has absolutely nothing to do with spelling? Take the time to submit a well-crafted, spell-checked resume anyway. It shows the employer that you’re serious about the job and that you really want to get hired.
Have a question? Head over to the Snagajob YouTube channel and leave us a video response with the question you want answered. If your question is selected, we will send you a gift card and include your video in our response!
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i do not have a second e mail adress,and so i can”t apply to more than one job,what to do?
Hi there! Have you thought about creating a second email address to apply for jobs?
Hello,
I’m only fourteen however some of my same-age-friends have jobs. Not the kind of job where you watch your neighbor’s dog for a week or water your neighbor’s plants while they’re at the beach, I mean the kind of job where they work at officies and hospitals. That’s something I want, not only will it be good for experience but as well to share with colleges. However I’m still new to this kinda stuff, and creating a resume is one of the things I need help with. Also do you know any good jobs for someone my age? Thanks
-Bella
Hi Bella! It’s good that you’re starting think now of what colleges would like to see on your resume
. Check out these articles (they say 15 but still relate to you): http://www.snagajob.com/resources/job-says-16-but-im-15-should-i-apply/ and http://www.snagajob.com/resources/how-teens-find-summer-job/. Also, check with your friends and ask where they heard about their job and see if they have any connections you can use. Good luck and let me know if you have any questions!
I em not sure what the problem own went my resume, they are perfectly in good condition, mis checked well, many suggestion done occured, update, etc. I am not getting no Interview, nothing can u help me figure out the problem please!!!
Hi Martha! Are you double and triple checking your resume for any spelling or grammatical errors. Employers tell us that this is their biggest frustration when looking over job applications and this can really hold you back from being called in for the interview. Check out this video with a few suggestions on how you can get your application in top shape: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/video-tips-for-great-resumes/. Also, are you following up on your applications? This can really help you stand out to employers. I think this article can help: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/following-up-in-person/. Good luck and let me know if you have any questions!
okay I’ve a question, what about if you are changing jobs mid career? I mean, not one of my past jobs have any relevance to the job I’m seeking, then what kind of resume is required if any?
Hi Timothy! Great question. Check out this article: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/how-to-change-careers/ and let me know what you think!
i need a job but im locked up
I was wondering, I have worked for myself the past 10 years or so, from babysitting to my own real estate photography. I am needing to find another part-time job to help with our income. My question is, (it’s been a while since I’ve had to make a resume). how many years to do go back on for Work History. Prior to babysitting (stayed home with my kids), I was an administrative assistance for 9 years. Can I use that, or is it not relevant anymore? Thanks for your help.
I need a job please
Hi there! Check out our keyword search tool to look for jobs in your area: http://www.snagajob.com/job-search and let me know if you have any questions! Good luck
I require a job that went to the university, I have a diploma in computer operation. thank you.
word, excel, access, powerpoint .
i have,send my resume to different companys 4 ,tree month and no response
i double my resume and everything is okay please help my
Hi Wilson! Take a look at this video, which gives you a few reasons you may not be hearing back from employers: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/video-why-am-i-not-hearing-back/. Good luck and let me know if you have any other questions!
Hi kim ive had alot of job interviews and i ace them but i never get a call back and i keep on checking up on them so what iam i doing wrong
Hi Michael! The good news is that your applications/resumes seem to be in good shape. Take a look at all of our interview advice here: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/interview-tips/ and let me know if you have any questions!
I checked my resume and I have a job coach that helps me and he said that my resume looks good and I just don’t get it and I’ve asked for help on my applications when I don’t understand a question well I really want to get a job I’ve been looking my passion is baking I want to be a pastry chef
Will you help me make a resume
I never found a job on snagjobds
Hello Kim how is your day? I just wanted to ask you a question I had a job interview at long john selvers and she was telling me where she would start me out and stuff so does that mean that I am more likely tp get the job?
Thank You
Jessica
Hi Jessica! While I can’t speak on behalf of the employer, it sounds like you got her thinking. Good luck and let me know when you hear something!
Hi, I had a phone interview and an in person interview for a high-end grocery store. I felt that both of the interviews went very well. I have experience in retail and I have owned my own business which I discussed in the interview. I called about a week later but I did not receive a call back. Then in another week I received a rejection email. The position has since been re-posted. I m not sure if I should try to follow up again since I didn’t speak with the hiring manager? I also had composed a very positive letter complimenting the store manager on the level of customer service that I experienced. I did not send the letter, however. I also told the hiring manager how I was impressed by the employees and that I asked one employee how she liked her job and she gave me a great report which prompted my to apply.
hi kim i left one job went back to school truck driving school got a job an got in with a compony that didnt care about anything it cost me big time. now im looking for anthere job i cant drive for two yr an thats all i did for 20yr. i have a home trying to save an dont have time to go back to school. the resume i did deals with driving
Hi;
Thanks for the video really helps.
Jenny
How do I go back to my resume
Hi Kim! Check out all of our resume advice here: http://www.snagajob.com/resources/resumes-applications/ and let me know if you have any specific questions!