Through a manager I worked for, I KNOW of at least one large employer who will discard your resume faster than you can say BOO!, if they receive a duplicate (one HH, one principal).

Also, be careful not to apply for multiple positions at one company at the same time, either. Many will discard you even if you post for two jobs through the same channel.

Also, be careful about posting resumes to companies your current employer does business with. Many companies have "no steal" agreements that they will not steal employees from a client, or from a vendor written into their purchase contracts.

The larger, unionized, miltiaristic companies tend to be the most strict about these kinds of rules. Smaller companies tend to be more flexible.

The employers never tell you about these things, but be assured, they are there.

Glen Austin