How bad a mistake can you make on your resume? Here are some reportedly real
life examples:
“My intensity and focus are at inordinately high levels, and my ability to
complete projects on time is unspeakable.”
“Education: Curses in liberal arts, computer science, and curses in
accounting.”
“Personal: Married, 1992 Chevrolet.”
“I have an excellent track record, although I am not a horse.”
“I am a rabid typist.”
“Created a new market for pigs by processing, advertising and selling a
gourmet pig mail order service on the side.”
“Exposure to German for two years, but many words are not appropriate for
business.”
“Proven ability to track down and correct errors.”
“I have become completely paranoid, trusting completely nothing and absolutely
no one.”
“References: None, I’ve left a path of destruction behind me.”
“Strengths: Ability to meet deadlines while maintaining composer.”
“Don’t take the comments of my former employer too seriously; they were
unappreciative beggars and slave drivers.”
“I am loyal to my employer at all costs…Please feel free to respond to my
resume on my office voicemail.”
“Qualifications: No education or experience.”
“Disposed of $2.5 billion in assets.”
“Accomplishments: Oversight of entire department.”
“Extensive background in accounting. I can also stand on my head!”