should i always include my home address in my CV? is it safe to do that?
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should i always include my home address in my CV? is it safe to do that?
I do not ever put my concise home address in my resume unless I’m specifically looking for a remote role, or it is a major requirement to apply for the job, then I will put it. For most jobs, I just list city and state on my resume. I think there are plenty of hiring managers who want to make sure you’re not trying to get a job that’s too far away. I think we’ve all seen people who drive two hours to work and are miserable about it.
One of the major arguments against putting your address on your resume is that it puts an unnecessary amount of personal information into the public arena. Because of this, you should always make sure you are sending your resume to someone trustworthy before you decide to include your detailed contact information. If you smell something fishy about the job listing you’re applying for, spend some time looking up reviews about the company, verify any contact information you were given, and search the organization’s name to make sure there haven’t been any previous problems.