Spelling errors—Proof, reproof, and have at least 2 reviewers proof your r?sum?. Dirty/unclear print—Print in traditional fonts with a size of at least 12 points, using a laser printer. Poor quality paper—Purchase a high-grade, heavy bonded paper. Weak career objective—Write an objective that is "employer-oriented" and not purely self-serving. No cover letter—Attach a cover letter that introduces you and your interest in the position. Extraneous marks, folds, wrinkles, tears—Keep your r?sum?s in a firm, closed folder. Impersonal mailing address—Send your r?sum? to the individual who will make the hiring decision?not to the company or "to whom it may concern."