When writing your phone number on a resume, it's important to present it in a professional and easily readable format. Here's a common format to follow:
(555) 555-5555
In this format, the first set of parentheses encloses the area code, followed by the next three numbers separated by a hyphen, and finally the last four numbers separated by another hyphen. This format makes it easy for recruiters and hiring managers to quickly identify and accurately record your phone number.
When writing your phone number on your resume, make sure it's a number where you can be easily reached. Consider using a professional voicemail message and answering machine to ensure that you are presenting a professional image to potential employers.
Where should you place your phone number on a resume?
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Your phone number should be placed near the top of your resume, usually in the header. This makes it easy for recruiters and hiring managers to quickly locate and get in touch with you.
If you have a professional email address, include that as well. Both your phone number and email address should be in a consistent format and font style, to make them stand out and be easily noticeable.
Will ATS systems be able to read & properly upload my phone number?
We recommend using a PDF file and a ATS-friendly resume template to make sure your contact details resume are parsed well
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