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waste your time, or that of the human resources department, by submitting questionable information. 2. Drop the Objective Most resume templates include an objective section at the  beginning which briefly describes the position the candidate is seeking. This practice is unnecessary. In the modern world of internet based job applications, uploading a  resume for a  particular position already notifies hiring managers that you want a certain job. Therefore, it is unnecessary to waste valuable resume space to restate the obvious. 3. Be Succinct Most HR departments are flooded with applications every time they post a new position. Aside from reviewing resumes, they are also busy handling daily workforce management duties for the company. Thus, the typical hiring manager doesn't have a  lot of time to sift through a  long resume. Keep yours short and to the point to make it more likely that it will get reviewed. Learn also how to deal with references on resume. 4. Choose E-mail Service Wisely Every job candidate should have a professional looking e-mail address. Do not use an address that describes your hobbies or other personal preferences. Try to create an address with your