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#RI-69d35ec9·6 months ago·
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“Added irrelevant experience to resume”

My resume was rejected multiple times due to lack of relevant experience

What I wish I knew
"Research the company and tailor my resume accordingly"
If I could tell you one thing
"Be honest and don't exaggerate experience"
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7/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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