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Re: How many pages should your resume be? [#permalink] New post   09 Jul 2008, 05:22
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agree with pelihu. you need to address the adcom's concerns...
I'd find bullets in your different jobs which show the following:

-analytical ability...especially for non-technical backgrounds
-verbal ability (they actually see this in your essays so I don't think it really matters)
-leadership...especially from technical backgrounds (prove you can lead a person not only computers)
-entreprenurial (what did you start)...from all backgrounds
-teamwork
-innovative thinking/vision
-commitment to improving you/company/society
-personal interest which would excite them...not "reading" or "outdoor activities" but something that is eye catching and unusual. (don't make this up b/c garunteed they will ask about it.)
-managing multiple tasks at once

and again, quantify everything you can so it isn't so generalized.

I'm an engineer so I've worked on 30+ projects but I'm only going to highlight 3 or 4 per company which show my range of abilities. Think TARGET RESUME which is very different than a switching jobs in the same field.
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Re: How many pages should your resume be? [#permalink] New post   09 Jul 2008, 16:50
other advice I've gotten: each point should reflect an action and the result.

I think that can help with the structure of the point as well. So you can write something like: "led team of x people to do y; resulted in z savings to client".
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Re: How many pages should your resume be? [#permalink] New post   10 Jul 2008, 03:07
navy01 wrote:
agree with pelihu. you need to address the adcom's concerns...
I'd find bullets in your different jobs which show the following:

-analytical ability...especially for non-technical backgrounds
-verbal ability (they actually see this in your essays so I don't think it really matters)
-leadership...especially from technical backgrounds (prove you can lead a person not only computers)
-entreprenurial (what did you start)...from all backgrounds
-teamwork
-innovative thinking/vision
-commitment to improving you/company/society
-personal interest which would excite them...not "reading" or "outdoor activities" but something that is eye catching and unusual. (don't make this up b/c garunteed they will ask about it.)
-managing multiple tasks at once

and again, quantify everything you can so it isn't so generalized.

I'm an engineer so I've worked on 30+ projects but I'm only going to highlight 3 or 4 per company which show my range of abilities. Think TARGET RESUME which is very different than a switching jobs in the same field.


Love it. Absolutely love it! You're right on the money with this one. Kudos + 1
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Re: How many pages should your resume be? [#permalink] New post   10 Jul 2008, 03:09
So what about your college activities ? I take it you list only those that stand out e.g. Head of "Operation save the world" etc.
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Re: How many pages should your resume be? [#permalink] New post   04 May 2011, 21:48
Aside from how many pages, you can also consider these tips on creating a resume that will surely help you land a job;

Focus on Your Positive Achievements
Highlight your best points
Build up your image
Be specific with your job objective
Keep it short
Use the first page for your Job Objective, Skills, Accomplishments and Most Recent Job Experiences
Last but not the least, proofread your resume before submitting it to the company

8-)
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Re: How many pages should your resume be? [#permalink] New post   15 Jun 2022, 01:39
The length of the resume is an essential factor to consider, as long resumes are not catchy to the employers and HR managers. Usually, a resume should not exceed 2 pages, unless you are writing a curriculum vitae. This article may be useful if you need more information about resume writing rules: https://resumeperk.com/blog/how-long-should-a-professional-resume-be-in-2022
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Re: How many pages should your resume be? [#permalink] New post   15 Jun 2022, 02:06
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MBA programs require a 1-2 pages resume for their MBA applications. You can find the exact instructions in the online application. The MBA CV is quite different from a traditional business resume in that it should focus heavily on MBA skills and traits such as leadership, teamwork and international work experience. Some programs have their own CV format and they require candidates to use it.
For more tips on writing strong MBA resume, please visit: https://www.aringo.com/mba-resume-tips- ... uirements/

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Re: How many pages should your resume be? [#permalink] New post   19 Jun 2022, 01:04
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Your resume should be one page long. You can go up to two pages if you have enough business experience that qualifies the need for longer resumes, but this liberty should only be taken if your work experience is more than 8-10 years.
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