for my resume, is it too long?
2006-10-28 05:20:56 · 15 answers · asked by cool nerd 4 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment
Absolutely!
The resume is supposed to be a summary, not a novel!
If I was a hiring manager, I would NOT consider anyone whose resume is longer than one page.
If I want details, I would interview the person.
2006-10-28 05:42:33 · answer #1 · answered by bookbyte 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Bear in mind that resumes don't get you hired, they're to get you an interview.
If the resume goes over a page, you'd better be sure the job and your experience both justify it. If you're applying for VP of Chase, maybe, but if you're applying for a job at a hamburger stand, it looks a bit silly. If you had 20 years in the military followed by career progression in the civilian world, maybe, but if this is the first real job after college and you're listing all your courses and clubs and summer jobs, it looks silly to go over a page.
Consider having two basic resumes, the one page version and the full version. Call the one pager "abbreviated resume" or "condensed resume" and put at the bottom "references and detailed resume on request."
You're trying to spark interest, not write a biography.
2006-10-28 05:36:50 · answer #2 · answered by open4one 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Not for a brain surgeon. Otherwise, don't go more than one. Who do you think is going to read it??? You have about 10 seconds to make a good impression with a resume. Highlight 5-6 key points at first glance to get the reader to want to know more about you and fill in the rest with dates, places, degrees, and be done with it. You want an interview for a job not write an autobiography. Keep it simple. Anyone claiming "outstanding communication skills" with even a two page resume is an oxymoron.
2006-10-28 07:45:45 · answer #3 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Unless you have some illustrious past, including multiple college degrees, international experience, PhDs, published books and letters, etc., I would never have a resume longer than 2 pages. It is not necessary. Part of an employer's first glance at a resume is to see through the bullsh*t and see how well you were able to condense your experience and education into one or two clear and concise pages. That's your first test. Never ever should it be longer than 2 pages.
2006-10-28 05:30:50 · answer #4 · answered by nido_tr3s 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes, should only be two pages maximum. Try to cut it down and if you can't then think about changing the margins and making the text smaller. You don't need to put too much info on there because they'll investigate this at interview if they like you. If you have too long a resume then the prospective employer will not want to read it.
2006-10-28 05:29:45 · answer #5 · answered by Jez 5 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have been in the work force for at least 25 years, then no. If less, then yes. Don't put every single job in your resume. Focus on putting only jobs that pertain to what you want to do. So if you are looking for a job in business, don't include your stint at McDonald's or at Wal-Mart for example. Because employers first skim looking for key words. 2.5 pages is a lot of skimming if it's just filler - they might not even look at the second page if the first doesn't have anything applicable to what they're looking for.
2006-10-28 05:29:07 · answer #6 · answered by kat h 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would recommend only 2 pages max. If at all possible do a one pager. Remember, don't list all the "tasks" that you did at your previous jobs, list the "accomplishments". Huge difference here. Anyone can do tasks, and that is "expected".
Highlight the areas of success. I.E. you saved the company how much money by doing what?, or measurable goals, such as, "implemented a program that raised our customer satisfaction scores by 58%" etc.
Don't forget the cover letter. It is a huge part of the deal. Also don't try to be too unique. Keep it professional appearing.
2006-10-28 05:27:10 · answer #7 · answered by opsaop 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Generally the pros say 2 pages max, and 1 is better...try doing a search online for resumes. You can find examples of styles, and info on best length, info to include, how far back (years) to go, etc.
Good luck with your job search!
2006-10-28 05:29:53 · answer #8 · answered by . 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Yes! An employer wants to glance at a page, and get an overall idea of who you are and what you have to offer to them. Edit and condense! Good Luck!!
2006-10-28 05:24:19 · answer #9 · answered by sunkissed 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it's full of good accomplishments related to the business you're applying for, it's not bad
but also, try to re-read it, and summarize it a bit more (something like 2 pgs would be fine)
2006-10-28 05:31:21 · answer #10 · answered by AG 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋