#89 - Your Resume Needs More Info
Adam Karpiak
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How did I help this review bundle client receive multiple interviews within 2 weeks, including several offers?
By explaining what info they needed more of…and why.
Let me just start with this. I hate 1-page resumes. HATE.
Why?
1-page resumes often miss out on showing the full range of a candidate's skills and experiences. While keeping things short can be good, it usually means leaving out important details that could set you apart, especially if you have a lot of experience or a diverse skill set. A single page just can't cover everything, from achievements to detailed project work.
More information on a resume helps recruiters and hiring managers see the complete picture of your qualifications. Detailed descriptions of past roles and specific accomplishments give them a clearer idea of how you can contribute to their organization. Instead of just saying "project management," actually give an example of how you managed a project…the steps taken AND the outcome.
Provide proof of your capabilities, not just keywords or short sentences.
A detailed resume also makes interviews more productive. When recruiters fully understand your background, they can ask better questions and gauge if you're a good fit.
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5moThe specifics were five most prominent responsibilities bulleted with strong one sentence for prior employments with three jobs in eight years, the more rejection emails I received I was overqualified, or not exactly the job description, or just not the lucky number. I was advised to water down the resume from management that I was promoted to on two of the three jobs to a doer instead of an achiever resume. Just to get a job, this is unbelievable
OK Boštjan Dolinšek 😄
Thanks!! 🙏🏼 I always report the crap out of those fake remote jobs. LinkedIn needs to step up in the jobs area and pull back on the social media efforts a bit.
Writer, Editor, & Public Relations Professional
5moI recently took advice from two resume experts here and expanded my resume to about 1.5 pages. They told me I can show off more of myself with that resume setup.
Doing really cool work with really smart people
5moValeria Caraman, PMP