In her blog, Margaret Francis writes about the job market, resume improvement, career advice and other topics. She grew up in Cape Girardeau and has lived here the last five years. She's a career counselor with a master's degree, a Career Management Practitioner certified by the Institute for Career Certification International and has been recognized as a National Certified Counselor (NCC) through the National Board for Certified Counselors.

The Length of Your Resume

Posted Tuesday, May 22, 2012, at 12:14 AM

Most people are stuck wondering about the right length for the resume, and there does not seem to be any fixed answer. The best resumes are the ones that describe and market all the skills that are need for the job and provide just the right information- no more and no less. If you have very little experience, a one-page resume would do just fine.

The same goes for people who only want to present a brief description of their background. A two-page resume is generally reserved for those who have extensive work experience and find it difficult to cram it onto a single page. The best rule to follow while making a resume is to make sure that it is easy to read and clearly describes your skills and experience. Do not exclude resumes that are required just to keep your resume in a page. Specific advice for your resumes category on length and style can be found at sites like Resumehelpblog.com and Glassdoor.com

Simply put, a resume should be able to grab the attention of recruiters in a positive and professional manner and show the value you can bring to prospective employers. Ultimately, a resume is a reflection of your own style and judgment.

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