Pros & Cons of Listing Your Mailing Address on Your Resume
Deciding whether or not to include your address on your resume is a common question for job seekers, and there are pros and cons to both approaches.
Here are a few things to consider when deciding whether to include your address on your resume:
2 Pros of Including Your Address:
1. It shows that you are local
Including your address on your resume can be beneficial if you are applying for a job in a specific location and want to show that you are local and able to commute to the job.
2. It can be necessary for certain industries
In some industries, such as real estate or sales, it may be necessary to include your address on your resume as it demonstrates your geographic reach and ability to serve clients in a specific area.
2 Cons of Including Your Address
1. Privacy concerns
One concern with including your address on your resume is the potential loss of privacy.
By sharing your personal address, you may be opening yourself up to unwanted solicitations or even safety concerns.
2. Discrimination
There is also the potential for discrimination based on your location.
An employer may be less likely to consider a candidate who lives far from their office, even if the candidate is qualified for the job.
In Summary
Ultimately, the decision to include your address on your resume will depend on your individual circumstances and the requirements of the job you are applying for.
If you are applying for a job in a specific location and it is necessary to demonstrate your ability to commute, it may be beneficial to include your address.
However, if you are concerned about privacy or the potential for discrimination based on your location, you may choose to omit your address from your resume.
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About the AuthorMatt Glodz
Matt Glodz is the Founder and Managing Partner of Resume Pilots and a Certified Professional Resume Writer.
After studying business communication at Cornell University, Matt worked within Fortune 500 companies, where he noted that qualified candidates were frequently denied interview opportunities due to poorly written documents.
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