RESUME MISTAKES
Stop Letting Resume Mistakes Cost You Leases
Identify and correct the top errors leasing consultants make on their resumes.
How This Page Helps
Help leasing consultants create error‑free, ATS‑optimized resumes that showcase sales, customer service, and property management expertise.
Spot the most damaging resume errors
Learn actionable fixes with before‑and‑after examples
Optimize for popular ATS platforms
Follow industry‑standard formatting
Boost interview callbacks
Common Mistakes That Kill Your Chances
Each mistake includes why it hurts, how to fix it, and before/after examples
Missing Quantifiable AchievementsHIGH
Why it hurts
- Hiring managers can’t gauge your impact
- ATS scores lower for vague language
- You blend in with generic candidates
How to fix
- Add specific numbers (units leased, occupancy %),
- Use action verbs followed by results
- Tie achievements to company goals
❌ Before
- Managed leasing activities for a mixed‑use property.
✓ After
- Leased 45 residential units in 6 months, raising occupancy from 78% to 95% and exceeding sales target by 12%.
ATS Tip
Include numeric values and keywords like "leased", "occupancy", "sales target" to boost match rate.
Detection Rules
Bullet points contain no digits
No percentage or dollar figures present
Resumly Tip
Quantify every leasing success – units, % occupancy, revenue generated.
Using Generic Job TitlesMEDIUM
Why it hurts
- Reduces keyword relevance for ATS
- Obscures your specialization in leasing
- Makes you look like a generic sales rep
How to fix
- Replace vague titles with industry‑standard ones
- Add location or property type for context
- Align title with job posting keywords
❌ Before
Sales Associate, ABC Realty
✓ After
Leasing Consultant – Multifamily & Retail, ABC Realty
ATS Tip
Match the exact title used in the job ad (e.g., "Leasing Consultant", "Leasing Agent").
Detection Rules
Title contains words like "Associate" or "Representative" without "Leasing"
Resumly Tip
Use the precise title the employer lists to improve keyword match.
Listing Responsibilities Instead of ResultsHIGH
Why it hurts
- Shows what you did, not what you accomplished
- Fails to demonstrate ROI to employers
- ATS favors outcome‑focused language
How to fix
- Start each bullet with a strong verb
- Follow with a measurable result
- Keep focus on leasing outcomes
❌ Before
- Conducted property tours and answered tenant inquiries.
✓ After
- Conducted 120+ property tours monthly, converting 68% into signed leases and reducing vacancy by 4%.
ATS Tip
Lead with verbs like "converted", "increased", "generated" and pair with metrics.
Detection Rules
Bullets begin with nouns or lack verbs
No performance metrics present
Resumly Tip
Turn duties into achievements – show how your tours led to signed leases.
Inconsistent Date FormattingMEDIUM
Why it hurts
- ATS may misread employment dates
- Creates a sloppy visual impression
- Confuses recruiters reviewing timelines
How to fix
- Use a uniform format (MM/YYYY) for all entries
- Align dates to the right margin for readability
- Avoid abbreviations like "Jan" or "2021‑22"
❌ Before
Leasing Consultant, XYZ Properties June 2020 – 2022
✓ After
Leasing Consultant, XYZ Properties 06/2020 – 08/2022
ATS Tip
Standard MM/YYYY format is parsed reliably by most ATS engines.
Detection Rules
Date strings contain month names or mixed separators
Resumly Tip
Standardize every date to MM/YYYY to ensure ATS reads your tenure correctly.
Including Irrelevant SkillsLOW
Why it hurts
- Dilutes keyword density for core leasing terms
- ATS may penalize unrelated jargon
- Recruiters waste time scanning irrelevant items
How to fix
- Focus on skills directly tied to leasing and property management
- Remove generic office software unless highlighted in job ad
- Prioritize CRM, lease management, tenant retention
❌ Before
Skills: Microsoft Word, Photoshop, Event Planning, Leasing
✓ After
Skills: Lease Management Software (Yardi, AppFolio), CRM (Salesforce), Tenant Retention Strategies, Negotiation, Market Analysis
ATS Tip
Match the top 5–7 skills listed in the posting; keep them concise.
Detection Rules
Skill list contains unrelated tools like "Photoshop" or "Event Planning"
Resumly Tip
Trim the skill list to leasing‑specific tools and competencies for higher relevance.
Formatting Guidelines
File Types: PDF, DOCX
Sections: Contact Information, Professional Summary, Core Competencies, Professional Experience, Education, Certifications, Awards
Naming: FirstName_LastName_LeasingConsultant_Resume
Consistency
Length: 1‑2 pages
Date Format: MM/YYYY
Location Format: City, State
Resume Quality Checklist
- Use a professional email address
- Include a concise summary with key metrics
- Showcase leasing numbers (units leased, occupancy rates)
- Start each bullet with a strong action verb
- Format dates consistently (MM/YYYY)
- Tailor keywords to property management
- Proofread for spelling and grammar
ATS Alignment Guide
Common ATS Systems: Taleo, iCIMS, Workday, Greenhouse, Lever
Keyword Strategy: Leasing, Occupancy, Lease Agreements, Property Management, Tenant Retention, CRM, Sales Targets
Heading Format: Use standard headings like "Professional Experience" and "Core Competencies"
Quick Fix Workshop
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- Highlight missing metrics
- Convert responsibilities to results
- Standardize date format
- Add relevant industry keywords
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