Should I have my full address on my resume?

Traditionally, including an address on a resume was standard practice as physical mail was the main way employers would respond after a submitted application. Today, most communication about the hiring process takes place online. As a result, including a full address is not always necessary.

What type of resume do most employers prefer?

1. Which resume format do employers prefer? Bottom line: companies prefer an organized resume that best presents your qualifications. Whichever format you pick chronological, functional or combination/hybrid make sure it does the best job of highlighting your achievements and skills.

Can you lie about work experience?

If you’re caught lying before you’re hired, you won’t get a job offer. If the organization discovers you lied after you’ve been put on the payroll, you can be fired. Lying on your resume can also impact your future employment.

Do employers actually call past employers?

When you’re applying for a job, it’s tempting to think no one is REALLY going to call all your former employers to check references about previous jobs. There are still employers who don’t do a thorough job of checking your references. In fact, a tiny number may not check any references at all.