10 Common Resume Mistakes That Can Hurt Readability

1. Missing or hard-to-find contact information.
2. Unclear section headings.
3. Long paragraphs instead of concise achievement-focused bullets.
4. Inconsistent dates and job formatting.
5. Skills listed without evidence in experience or projects.
6. Too much irrelevant information for the target role.
7. Overly decorative layouts that reduce reading clarity.
8. Keyword stuffing or repeated phrases without context.
9. Typos, inconsistent capitalization, or grammar errors.
10. Unverified AI-generated claims or fabricated achievements.

Use the ATS Resume Checker as one part of your review process, then proofread the final document yourself.