Candidates agonise over resume length, but recruiters care about relevance, not page count. The right length is exactly as long as it takes to prove you fit.
When one page is enough
Freshers and those with under five years of experience should almost always stay on one page. Every line must earn its place.
When two pages make sense
Experienced professionals with a decade of achievements can use a second page, but only if the content is substantial and recent.
Quick tips
- Cut anything older than 10-15 years
- Remove duties everyone in the role shares
- Keep bullet points to one or two lines
- Prioritise achievements over responsibilities
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