In general, don’t optimize for uniqueness or quirkiness; you have limited space and your potential workplace is probably using the resume to screen for “does this person meet enough of the basic desired qualities that we should find out more about them with an interview”. You can add a few small things if they really set you apart, but don’t go out of your way to do it. A better opportunity to do this is in your cover letter.
The best reference for workplace norms and job-hunting advice that I know is Ask A Manager; you may want to browse her archives.
In general, don’t optimize for uniqueness or quirkiness; you have limited space and your potential workplace is probably using the resume to screen for “does this person meet enough of the basic desired qualities that we should find out more about them with an interview”. You can add a few small things if they really set you apart, but don’t go out of your way to do it. A better opportunity to do this is in your cover letter.
The best reference for workplace norms and job-hunting advice that I know is Ask A Manager; you may want to browse her archives.