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Everyone knows that you should proofread your resume, but as a recruiter I see resumes with typos, spelling errors, incorrect word usage and punctuation mistakes more often than I should. While we all make mistakes at one time or another, a resume isn't the place to do it. This is your first (and often only) chance to make an impression on an employer.

If your resume isn't being viewed by recruiters and employers as often as you'd like, the problem could be your Public Resume Title. Unlike your Private Resume Title (which is only visible to you), your Public Resume Title can be seen by employers. Like a good newspaper headline, it should convince recruiters to click on your resume for the full story.

A resume should be informative at a glance, targeted, brief, error-free and visibly crisp. Learn the common sense rules and key elements of the U.S. resume.