A detailed personal narrative
A story about a guy you knew who owned the drug mafia might grab a movie director’s attention, but not that of a recruiter. Even if it does, we can assure you he won’t hire you!
A detailed account of being a terrible employee
Look we get it – most people don’t love their jobs. But this guy took this to the very next level when he listed that he ‘got rid of annoying customers’ as a customer service advisor, under the achievements column!
Issuing personal threats to the recruiter
When recruitment experts suggest applicants to include a ‘killer line’, they definitely don’t mean that you should issue personal threats to the recruiter!
A bribe
Most recruiters are looking for an out of box thinker. This legend, Mr. Jones, took it to the very next level when he attached a five-pound note with a message “wink wink” alongside it! If it wasn’t enough, he even used eBay feedback as a reference!
Using hyperbole
Again, a resume that catches the recruiter’s attention is crucial, but not with hyperbole like ‘I run with the bulls and I charm crocodiles’!
