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2-Page Resume: Is it more acceptable now?
Posted on 11/22/16 at 3:58 pm
Posted on 11/22/16 at 3:58 pm
My current position is instrumental in the positions I am currently seeking and they consist of a lot of duties, none off which I can afford to omit. However, this means that my resume will extend to two pages....I sure as hell can't get the font any smaller or extend the margins 
I get that most employers and recruiters prefer a resume that is short and sweet, but I'm in a position where I really can't leave anything out. My main concern is being viewed as a job hopper, which I'm clearly not.
I get that most employers and recruiters prefer a resume that is short and sweet, but I'm in a position where I really can't leave anything out. My main concern is being viewed as a job hopper, which I'm clearly not.
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Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:00 pm to Tarik One
Keep it short then expand on it in a cover letter. No one is going to read your 2 page resume. Just hit the key words and you're good
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:00 pm to Tarik One
Yep, no problem.
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:02 pm to Tarik One
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I'm in a position where I really can't leave anything out.
try condensing sentences like this "open in the morning, I do burgers, chicken sandwiches, fries, fill the soda machine, can fix the shake machine, and clean up before I close at night"
This post was edited on 11/22/16 at 4:03 pm
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:02 pm to Tarik One
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:03 pm to Tarik One
Just put "rebeloke alter" on a sheet of paper and submit that...I'm sure you'll get the job
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:04 pm to Costanza
Keep it to one page. Once you get the interview, bring an "expanded" resume for the potential employer to review
Remember you aren't trying to get the job with your resume. Just an opportunity for an interview.
Remember you aren't trying to get the job with your resume. Just an opportunity for an interview.
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:09 pm to Tarik One
Focus on your accomplishments of note. If the job titles aren't indicative of your level of responsibilities make some broad statements and let them explore details. Or put beef in your LinkedIn profile and include the link in your resume.
This post was edited on 11/22/16 at 4:12 pm
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:16 pm to Tarik One
2 page has been the norm for professional level jobs for years. I see a lot of resumes, only fresh hires have one page resumes.
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:19 pm to Nado Jenkins83
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This. It shouldn't be more than one page unless absolutely necessary to show related experience. Two pages is reserved for mid-career or above resumes...usually.
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:20 pm to Hawkeye95
Mine would be 3 if I had references listed.
I just put that they are available upon request.
I've worn lots of shoes
I just put that they are available upon request.
I've worn lots of shoes
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:20 pm to Tarik One
Monday: "It's so hard to find qualified new hires these days, Bob!"
Tuesday: "Bob, would you believe I got a resume with 2 pages of work experience yesterday? I don't have the time to sift through all that, so I just trashed it! That guy doesn't even know how to format a proper resume. How can he be an asset to my company?"
Tuesday: "Bob, would you believe I got a resume with 2 pages of work experience yesterday? I don't have the time to sift through all that, so I just trashed it! That guy doesn't even know how to format a proper resume. How can he be an asset to my company?"
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:20 pm to Tarik One
NO
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:25 pm to Hawkeye95
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My current position is instrumental in the positions I am currently seeking and they consist of a lot of duties, none off which I can afford to omit
But what other filler do you have? What past positions are on there that you can delete or shorten, etc. It also depends how far into two pages you go. If you have one page and it extends one or two lines onto a second page, shorten it to one. If you're filling a full second page, two may be acceptable if it's all necessary information.
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2 page has been the norm for professional level jobs for years. I see a lot of resumes, only fresh hires have one page resumes.
This isn't necessarily true. It depends on what field you're in and the number of jobs you've had. If you've had 4-5 jobs relevant to the position over a long career, sure, two pages is fine. Likewise, if it's a job in academia, two pages will probably be more acceptable because of the amount of information that could be pertinent. But outside of those situations, I'd stick to one page if at all possible.
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:26 pm to JohnnyT
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Or put beef in your LinkedIn profile and include the link in your resume.
My linkedIn profile is extremely deep, my resume has a link to my linkedIn profile.
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:27 pm to Tarik One
If I get a two-pager, I'm setting it on fire.
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:31 pm to JamalSanders
quote:There you go then, brother.
My linkedIn profile is extremely deep, my resume has a link to my linkedIn profile.
The vast majority of desirable roles are filled by references or making personal contact, not submitted resumes. Use your network and find a way to show interest in the role and don't rely on the resume submittal route.
Good luck.
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:34 pm to Tarik One
When someone gives me a two page resume my first thought is "this person doesn't know how to write a resume'."
FWIW
FWIW
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:35 pm to theunknownknight
Posted on 11/22/16 at 4:36 pm to Tarik One
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they consist of a lot of duties, none off which I can afford to omit.
A resume is a snapshot not a life story. Hit the high notes on a resume, if that's good enough for an interview the resume is irrelevant basically since you'll be able to talk face to face about whatever you need to say.
I personally wouldn't go 2 pages, and damn sure don't say references available upon request.
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