Opinions please

I have been playing with the format and content of my resume. I usually have tried to keep my resume to one page; but to include the experience I want to, I have to make the typeface in the 9-10 point range to keep it within the desired one page.

I have created 2 resumes; 1 with the 9-10 point typeface at one page; and another with 12-14 point typeface that makes it 2 pages.


All the reading I have done leads me to believe that resumes that exceed 1 page end up at the bottom of the pile.

Should I submit the 1 page resume or the 2 page resume? I have attached both.

Many people have two-page resumes. However, there are ways to streamline your text and make your content highlight your accomplishments in the best possible way. I usually consult reference books or someone in my field I admire for their suggestions. Also, you might consider having more than one version of your résumé.

Hi Johnny,

I personally don’t like resumes with point typefaces, as it really does not give me the true full picture about the applicant. As for the amount of pages, it really doesn’t bother me if it’s one or two, as long as it is never three pages.

Below are simple steps a resume should have.

1. Name, Address and Contact Information
2. Mini Bio – Tell me about your professional life with a little bit of a personal touch.
3. Objective – What are you looking to achieve professionally?
4. Education – Degrees, Certifications, Licenses, Designations, etc.
5. Achievements – What have you achieved in your professional experience (awards, occupancy achievements, audit passing, created new policies, etc.)
6. Work History – Just Employer name, years worked, and job title.
7. References – List them or put available upon request

You are probably wondering why nothing else under the work history describing your role at the company…That’s simple, because your mini-bio and achievement section should be enough to tell me your abilities and what you bring to the table, the work history is simply for me to see your stability at a company…Timeframes.

Hope this helps.