Can you staple a resume, or should you use a paper clip, or otherwise?

Question

It's only two pages; the two pages are essential. Thanks.

Answer 1

I agree with using one staple. Believe me, when you've got a folder full of resumes of people you might want to interview, the last thing you need is for the pages to get separated and you have to try to match them up. (If you do have a second page, make sure to put your name at the top of that one, too, just in case.)
I know they say only one page, but if you need another page to really show what you've done, go for it. Certainly don't do that if you're just out of college, though.
I'm just reading another answer: the cover letter is a letter; it is not part of your resume. Also, unless resumes are specifically asked for, just put "References Available Upon Request" on your resume and don't send them with the resume. Do bring a typed list of your references to interviews. Even if they don't ask for the list, you might have to fill out an application that will ask for them, and then you've got the addresses and phone numbers, etc., with you.

Answer 2

I would do neither. Also I would look at what you put on your resume because most employers don't have the time or desire to read a novel. They want it short and to the point. Things like references can but put on there stating available upon request. The reason I wouldn't staple or put a paper clip on is because some companies scan the resumes into their computer system for the human resources department to look over now if your staple jams the scanner do you think the $7 per hour employee is going to take the time to take your staple out and rescan. They are going to throw it away. If you are mailing your resume it should be one page and a cover letter folded nicely into an envelope (and not a miniature envelope). If you are walking your resume in the cover letter is optional unless requested in job listing. Good luck.

Answer 3

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Can you staple a resume, or should you use a paper clip, or otherwise?

Answer 4

This is the most mundane debate ever. Ever. Staples vs. paper clips depends on what your using. If it is a numbered document that needs to stay in order, then staples should be used. If you simply need something to keep some papers together, like a stack of copies, then a paper clip is better

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Answer 6

Should I Staple My Resume

Answer 7

I tend to look for longer resumes. One page tends to be lacking information.
One page is fine for a cashier but a higher position I expect more education, experience, and other skills.
I prefer staples so the pages don't get separated or mixed with other resumes.

Answer 8

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Paper clips are reusable, multi functional (unfolding and making a hook out of it for example), no holes in the paper, & they can keep you entertained by making stuff like paperclip chains, unfolding and making something else. Negatives, papers can easily slip apart. I am a Staple lover, why? Papers will always stay together no matter how often I drop them. Stapled papers look better on presentations. If you get mad at someone at work, use the stapler as a gun and shoot staples are your enemy.

Answer 9

Having reviewed lots of resumes over the years, I prefer staples. The paper clip might slip off and the sheets mixed up. The interviewer might toss out an incomplete resume if they have plenty of good ones.

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