The Ultimate Resume Blueprint Part 3 Episode 018

In this final episode of the Resume Success Secrets series, Mike delivers a rapid-fire masterclass on overlooked resume mistakes and advanced customization strategies that separate top performers from the rest.

Whether you're struggling to get interviews or want to fine-tune your already-solid resume, this is the episode that covers the “catch-all” topics that didn’t make it into Parts 1 and 2. From subtle formatting missteps to strategic bullet point structure to avoiding cultural resume faux pas—this episode is packed with essential, real-world guidance that some recruiters won't even think to tell you, but Mike will.

About Your Host — Mike Tomasello

Mike Tomasello is a nationally recognized Career Coach, Executive Trainer, and the award-winning host of Career Success Secrets. He helps high performers land their dream roles and take bold action toward work that matters. With decades of experience in hiring, leadership, and personal development, Mike blends tough-love truth with real strategy that actually works.

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🎯 Key Takeaways from This Episode:

• You may be doing your Location on Your Resume all wrong!
• Design Resumes for How We Actually Read top-to-bottom, left-to-right.
• Your bullet points might be too long!
• Organize your sections strategically based on your strengths
• Customize strategically but quickly. Some of you overdo it. 
• Additional mistakes too numerous to write

Notable Quotes

“You think it’s a cheat code to hide your location—it usually ends up being a time-waster.”

“The order of your bullet point matters. Put your best content where their eyes go first.”

“If you’re spending more than 30 minutes customizing a resume, you’re probably overthinking it.”

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