If the employer asserts that it is a computer that will choose your resume (using key words) and that you can submit more than one page?
2007-05-16 07:28:21 · 10 answers · asked by What, what, what?? 6 in Business & Finance ➔ Careers & Employment ➔ Other - Careers & Employment
The employer also states that there is this resume, and then there would be another (different) that I would be bringing to an interview if I were chosen.
I know its a no brainer, but I don't want my resume tossed into the circular file!
2007-05-16 07:43:51 · update #1
Anything longer than one page. Generally anything longer then that will get ignored or thrown away or both.
2007-05-16 07:31:15 · answer #1 · answered by Therious 3 · 0⤊ 1⤋
Since employers receive hundreds if not thousands of resumes on a daily basis, they can't read each and everyone. So a lot of the resume selection is done based on key word searches. To that end you want to make sure your resume has enough of those key words to ensure it will be selected for review. Most cases a decision on whether to proceed with a resume is made in about 9 seconds. Keep in mind your resume needs to be able to do two things. explain what you've done, and how well you did it. Hopefully of that fits on no more than 2 pages. Good luck with everything.
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2007-05-16 16:47:16 · answer #2 · answered by s4tconsulting.com 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It is best to make both your Cover Letter and eResume short and concise. You want the cover letter to have bullet points about your:
- Qualifications
- Skills
- Training
Your Resume is reviewed quickly since most employers receive many responses especially online. So I recommed a 1-Page Resume as being the best eye catcher as a word document. Yes, some corporations use intelligent software which scans the context of your correspondence to include key words related to the job description, job responsibilities, work experience, etc. You can submit more than one page. However please note that the Recruiter has limited time to review everything you state. You want to get their attention and get a contact via telephone or email or US Mail. The goal should be for you to peak their interest and then you can use your effective communication skills to ASK FOR A PERSONAL INTERVIEW or TELEPHONE INTERVIEW to discuss how your skills and experience are a great match to their job posting. You can get some great resources also at the following URLs: www.careerbank.com www.mrinetwork.com www.monster.com GOOD LUCK! In your job search! :-)
2007-05-16 14:45:24 · answer #3 · answered by JEDI MASTER YODA 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If you have a lot of relevant info, one page is hard to do. When I get resumes, I don't mind two pages if they are relevant. Three or more is WAY to much. Just try and make the most recent position the longest and most detailed, then reduce the detail for each subsequent position. Just hit key words for those.
2007-05-16 14:37:09 · answer #4 · answered by teelo13 2 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Don't worry about a hard copy resume being longer than one page. Two pages is fine, as long as it contains relevant information and it looks visually appealing. Sure there are some people that don't like to look at anything longer than one page, but most people will look through it if it's two. I know I do.
2007-05-16 14:40:07 · answer #5 · answered by Scott H 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It depends on the job, many professionals have resumes that run several pages, and in academics, CVs are often very long as well. I'm not sure what you mean by a computer choosing your resume, but for professionals with several years of experience, one page is not enough.
2007-05-16 14:39:45 · answer #6 · answered by Lee 7 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I agree with the above, if you have relevant professional experience, two pages should suffice. However, do not have jobs that are not relevant to the one you are going after (ie. food service going after a graphic artist job). Use action words such as "Generated" or "Supervised" to show that you are worth an interview. Do not downplay your experience.
2007-05-16 15:52:52 · answer #7 · answered by Saucy 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I've always been taught that you never want to go over one page. But if they're saying that you can submit more than one page, try not to go over three would be my best advice. Just sum up everything as best as you can.
2007-05-16 14:34:43 · answer #8 · answered by BabeDoll 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
If it is a computer using key words then make it as long as possible and use as many key words as possible...That is a no brainer
2007-05-16 14:32:50 · answer #9 · answered by Henry Sosa 3 · 0⤊ 0⤋
No more than two. Unless you are a professional, but even then, some stuff should be left for the interview.
2007-05-16 16:22:50 · answer #10 · answered by New Moon Daughter 6 · 0⤊ 0⤋