5 Resume Mistakes That Could Be Costing You Interviews

May 2

Written By Bri

Are you sending out applications but getting no responses? It might not be your experience — it could be your resume.

After working with dozens of job seekers, I’ve found 5 common resume mistakes that can quietly sabotage your chances. The good news? They're easy to fix.

1. Listing Responsibilities Instead of Results

Too many resumes read like a job description. Employers already know what a customer service rep or office manager does — they want to see what you did.

Use measurable outcomes:
Instead of “Managed schedules,” try:
“Streamlined team scheduling, reducing conflicts by 40%.”

2. Using the Same Resume for Every Job

One-size-fits-all resumes rarely work. Every job has its own priorities and language.

Tailor your resume to include:

Keywords from the job posting
Relevant skills and tools
Alignment with the role’s goals

3. Starting with an Objective Statement

"Looking for a challenging position..." — nope. Hiring managers care more about what you bring than what you’re seeking.

Use a Professional Summary instead:
Brief, confident, and focused on your strengths.

4. Overloading With Text

Long paragraphs = lost readers. Recruiters scan quickly. If your resume is dense or hard to read, they’ll move on.

Use:

Bullet points
Strategic bolding
White space to guide the eye

5. Not Optimizing for ATS

Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) scan your resume before a human does. If your formatting is too fancy, your info might get lost.

Keep it clean:

No tables or text boxes
Standard section headings
Keyword-rich, but natural

Ready to Upgrade Your Resume?

If you’re tired of guessing what’s wrong with your resume, I can help.
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Bri