The old addage, "Always keep your resume current," applies now more than ever. A resume is a standard document in today's job application process. According to Yahoo, there are some major errors on resumes that immediately eliminate people from consideration. Avoiding these errors is another aspect of healthy thinking.

1. Use correct grammar and spelling. Use spell check; however, it does not catch everything. Have at least one person, other than yourself, look for errors. Check to see that there are spaces between words. Use power verbs, not just weak adjectives. Use short sentences rather than long, run-on sentences. Be sure each sentence has a subject and verb. If you use big words, be sure you use the correct ones. You can make yourself look stupid in a hurry with the wrong word.

2. Include only relevant information. Be sure your email address is appropriate. You may be "bubbyblue" to your friends, but that does not create a professional image to a prospective employer. Get a new email account for your job search. If you include a link to a social website, be certain the content is professional. Videos or photos of drinking with friends are not likely to land that job you want. Do not include information about religion, regardless how important it is to you, unless it is related to the job. Some people stretch the truth on resumes. Remember that misrepresentation is a cause for dismissal after you are hired.

3.Choose references wisely. Don't use family members. Select co-workers carefully. Joe may have been your best buddy on the job, but does he have the skills to give you a professional reference. Or would he sound like a buddy? A huge NO-NO is badmouthing your previous employer in the interview. If you do that and then use the previous boss as a reference, you create a really bad mixed message.

If you are seeking employment, you may want to read the post, Hidden Job Market Is Alive and Well. It has suggestions for finding a great job.