Hated Resume Errors, Job Search Checklist, AI Skills Edge - Feb 13, 2025

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Hi there! Ever sent a resume with “manger” instead of “manager”? We’ve all been there… In a world where layoffs are making headlines and everyone’s talking about the 4-day workweek, tiny mistakes matter. Let’s fix them.

On the agenda: 

😤 Hated Resume Errors: Dodge them like the plague!

֎ AI Skills Edge: These 2 will outshine competition — experts say.

🎙️ Virtual Interviews: The dos and don’ts.

SPOTLIGHT 

30 Resume Errors that Hiring Managers HATE

Mistakes are meant to be made, right? Wrong… Your resume is your first impression — it should be working in your favor, instead of against you. Hiring managers sift through hundreds of applications, and even the smallest resume mistakes can deter them reading on and send yours straight to the reject pile.

Types of resume mistakes:

❌ Typos & Grammar Errors – Instantly signals a lack of attention to detail.
❌ Too Generic – Your typical template won’t cut it anymore.
❌ Too Long (or Too Short!) – Hiring managers spend just 7-9 seconds scanning — so you better make every word count.
❌ Poor Formatting – Hard-to-read resumes = frustration.

If you're making any of these types of mistakes, you're ruling yourself out of the running — before even getting to the interview stage! 😱

Time to Fix It: Luckily, you can correct much of the above in a matter of minutes to improve your resume. Don’t let simple errors hold you back from finding a meaningful job you’ll flourish in.

👇 Read this guide which pinpoints the 30 worst resume mistakes you could be making (and how to fix them):

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INTERVIEW PREP

The Dos and Don’ts of Virtual Interviews

Virtual interviews have become increasingly popular over the years. With hiring managers and recruiters using video to conduct their interviews, it's just a matter of time before you are asked to attend one yourself.  

The process can be nerve-wracking, but as with any type of job interview, there are ways to ensure you will handle it with ease and confidence. 

To help you impress recruiters and land the job, we've created a list of dos and don'ts for mastering the virtual interview. 

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NEWS THAT MATTERS

1️⃣ AI Skills Edge: These 2 Will Outshine Competitors — Experts say that learning these two specific AI skills will boost your prospects. [NBC]

2️⃣ Gen Z 'Career Catfishing': Accepting Job, Then Ghosting — A rising trend sees Gen Z accepting jobs but not showing up on start dates. [YSLife]

3️⃣ The Interview Tip That Works — According to a TikTok careers expert, this technique requires zero preparation. [indy100]

4️⃣ Labor Shortage Hits Hardest in These Key Industries — 1000s of jobs created each month, yet certain sectors still struggling. [U.S. Chamber]

5️⃣ Data Shows Healthy Job Market: Trump Disagrees — Trump administration hold a more pessimistic view, pointing to annual benchmarks. [CNN]

WORK-LIFE

The 40 Best Jobs for the Ultimate Balance

In this rat race that we refer to as life, it’s imperative that we prioritize making time to what's important and just relax at times. But being overworked while trying to make ends meet and keep our heads above water, it gets challenging.

Do you wake up dreading your morning commute yet push through, just to arrive at the office and drown in a pile of paperwork? If you’re amongst the majority of workers who are searching for a job that can provide good work–life balance, then look no further.

These are the 40 of the top jobs for work–life balance based on employee feedback shared on Glassdoor over the past year:

WEEKLY FREEBIE

Job Search Checklist — The Essentials

Feeling stuck in your career or ready for another challenge? Whether you're just starting out, aiming for a promotion, or making a career change, our expert-crafted job search checklist is the ideal starting point.

Designed for professionals of any level, this easy-to-use doc will help you navigate your next move with confidence. And guess what? It’s on the house!

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