DO
		Include a recent and presentable passport-sized photo
		Keep it short and precise
		Use action and achievement words
		Attach a cover letter
		Make it easy
		Start with your current or most recent job
		Personalise your resume to suit the application
Do not
		Send more than one application for the same job in hope that it will be noticed. It will be noticed but negatively.
		Use fancy, perfumed or coloured paper
		Exclude name of employer (company name).
		Use 'Whitener','White Tape', 'Tipex' to blank off information on the resume
		Send out poor or unclear photocopies
		Exceed 2 pages for your resumes.

The article is extracted from a publication by Kelly Services' called "Best Foot Forward". It is a 52 page guide for job seekers on job search tips. To obtain your very own copy of "Best Foot Forward", please send an email to marcom@kellyservices.com.sg.

Kelly Services is a Fortune 500 company offering human resources solutions that include temporary services, staff leasing, outsourcing, vendor on-site and full time placement. With more than 2500 company owned and operated offices in 26 countries, Kelly provides nearly 800,000 employees annually.