Dates, Gaps, and Education Cleanup: Fix the Timeline Without Creating New Questions

Resume Dates

Dates are signals, not just facts. Every format choice communicates something about stability, honesty, and attention to detail. Month/Year is standard for employment. Year-only raises questions. Exact days are unnecessary and look odd. Education dates over 15 years old can be removed. Recent graduates should keep them. The Hard Rules These are not suggestions. Violating … Read more