Use common sense when writing your resume. If you have been employed for many years and your career has evolved over time, don’t include every role you’ve ever held.
That includes the casual retail position you had in high school or the captaincy of your social sporting team.
Use the limited space on your resume strategically by ensuring every line shows how you are relevant to the job you’re applying for.
Similarly, if you have an advanced degree, few people are going to be concerned about the exams you took when you were 16 years old.
Instead, only include training that is relevant to the position you are applying for.
Unless otherwise stated, you don’t need to attach copies of certificates, qualifications or references. Bring these to a job interview.
Don’t list hobbies or interests.
Avoid anything that could be contentious, such as political affiliations, and instead show how your personality is suited to that of the organisation.
You also do not need to design a creative resume, unless you work in a creative field.
Content beats form in resume writing.