When I receive a resume question without context, often my answer is, “It depends on your situation.” After I learn more about the person’s current goal, history, and expertise, I can provide a definitive answer. Beware of the terms, always and never. A resume strategy should be based on each person's unique history and goal. Here are a few examples of how following "always" and "never" resume rules can be problematic. Common Resume "Always" and "Never" Falsehoods Falsehood