Question:
2 page resume, what format is 2nd page?
simaticoo
2007-07-19 13:39:38 UTC
I have an entry level resume, but i do not want to leave out critical work experience. It will dip into the second page a little. what is the format for second page? just go right into it? add my name is right had corner?
Also I listed a section of "computer skills" which ok. I also Listed "personal skills" is that ok? should I label it differently?

Thankssss
Six answers:
irish_indian_fantasy
2007-07-19 13:53:11 UTC
I work in Human Resources and have a few suggestions for you. First of all, try not to go over one page. List your previous employers and bullet the most important job duties, you don't have to list them all. Secondly make sure you have a brief comment about yourself and your skills, but don't make it too long. Just give the basic information. A long resume is at time impressive, but most wind up in the filing cabinet because employers have so many to go through, they don't have time to read small books. At the bottom of the resume, put 'References Upon Request'. That will save you time and space. Most places will require you to fill out an application anyway, so that information can go on the app.

Good luck to you!
StacieG
2007-07-19 13:59:40 UTC
I'd probably change personal skills to "other relevant skills".



If it's just barely 2 pages, see what you can cut out or trim to shorten it up just a bit. Can you combine a couple of jobs into one? If you have your high school info, trim it out and put any relevant classes you took in the computer or relevant skill section. Work with the margins a bit or change the font size from 12 to 11 if it's at 12 now.



If you do need it to be 2 pages & can't trim or monkey with the margins, then give it a little extra white space so that it will flow more logically onto two pages (fill up more of the 2nd page) and put your name exactly where you put it, centered on the top or centered on the bottom. Those would be the best places.
Jenna V
2007-07-19 13:50:32 UTC
Always include your name and some form of contact information on every page of your resume - assume that they will get separated and make it easy for them to contact / hire you based on what they have in front of them. So have your name and at least email and / or phone number in the header of the page



Technical Skills



Professional skills



if it's a resume, personal skills aren't important. No one cares if you can swim unless you're applying to be a lifeguard, and then it's a professional skill. If you're talking about "soft skills" as opposed to technical skills, those are still professional and should be labeled as such
bolen
2016-10-09 06:19:55 UTC
the genuine argument is maximum hiring managers won't look previous the 1st website whilst there are 1000's of applicants. it particularly is greater advantageous to have one website and a few thing that pulls their eye to make you stand out. Having an outstanding cover letter enables.
tabbylydia
2007-07-19 13:49:41 UTC
you need to make it one page --- employers will only look at the first page -- 2 pages means that you have been fired too many times and are a looser --- not worthy of a job --- so make it one page -- or go stand in the welfare line --- it's your choice --



dammm I learned this crap in high school -- i guess you never went
DrewS
2007-07-19 14:09:31 UTC
one page.


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