Can You Put a Future Job On Your Resume?


This is one of the most challenging questions, and there is no consensus about this topic. Some managers and HR experts do not like that, and some of them want to see your future jobs or plans in your CV.

My opinion is clear, and I will try to elaborate in this article:

Can You Put a Future Job On Your Resume?

Yes, you can put the future job on your resume, and it is an excellent idea. In this way, recruiters will have the opportunity to see your immediate plans, your personal growth, and you can put the start date and the future date so an event will be presented as a future event. However, if you are conservative, you can set the future job in the cover letter.

Many readers will say that a CV is not for future jobs and events, but a CV or curriculum vitae presents your path, and you are the only person who paves the way. In resume, you are a man in charge, deciding which part of your life you want to present to other people. You do that for yourselves and not what they should see or not.

The only mistakes that you can make when you apply for the job can be:

  • Inattention – Do not allow yourself not to read in detail the vacancy and all the required conditions, as well as all the notes made by the employer. If you do not meet a requirement but still want to apply, explain why you think you are still a suitable job candidate in the cover letter.
  • You point out irrelevant data – You should not burden the biography with information such as parents’ names, name of primary school, etc. There is no need to emphasize nationality, but do not omit citizenship. You may mention irrelevant work experience (e.g., you are applying for the secretary position, and you have work experience as a trader), but do not emphasize it.
  • You have not provided all the relevant information – Do not omit the information about the fact that you have and to what extent you have all the qualifications required in the competition. In addition, do not omit other essential elements of the CV, including personal and contact information.
Daniel Smith

Daniel Smith

Daniel Smith is an experienced economist and financial analyst from Utah. He has been in finance for nearly two decades, having worked as a senior analyst for Wells Fargo Bank for 19 years. After leaving Wells Fargo Bank in 2014, Daniel began a career as a finance consultant, advising companies and individuals on economic policy, labor relations, and financial management. At Promtfinance.com, Daniel writes about personal finance topics, value estimation, budgeting strategies, retirement planning, and portfolio diversification. Read more on Daniel Smith's biography page. Contact Daniel: daniel@promtfinance.com

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