What are red flags on a resume?
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Red flags on a resume refer to aspects of a candidate's background or experience that could potentially indicate that they would not be a good fit for a job. Some common red flags include:
- Frequent job changes or gaps in employment
- Lack of relevant experience or skills
- Poorly written or vague resume or cover letter
- Dishonesty or misrepresentation of information (e.g. fake degrees, inflated job titles)
- Negative comments from former employers or colleagues
- Evidence of poor performance or disciplinary action
It's important to note that not all red flags are deal breakers and it's important to consider the context and circumstances surrounding each one.
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Volen Vulkov
Volen Vulkov is a resume expert and the co-founder of Enhancv. He has written more than 500 resume guides and deep-dive articles on how to create your resume and cover letter, that inspire job applicants to make a resume to be proud of. His work has been featured in Forbes, Zendesk, HubSpot, and Business Insider, and cited by top universities and educational institutions, like Thunderbird School of Management, Rochester University, University of Miami, and Udemy. Volen applies his deep knowledge and practical experience to write about career changes, development, and how to stand out in the job application process.
