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@HikingMarket99743 hours agoUnited States
Should I keep an interests section if none of my hobbies sound impressive?
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My interests are pretty normal things like cooking, running and watching football. None of them sound especially distinctive. Is an interests section still worth keeping on a consulting resume?
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Mayank G.CoachKeep the hobby only if you can preserve the strongest evidence of your experience. Interests can make you more memorable, but they should not displace an important achievement.