Resume Rules to Know

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Resume Rules to Know

Resume Rules to Know

Your resume needs to make a good first impression. According to a survey of 2,200 hiring managers, one in six respondents said they spend 30 seconds or less reviewing resumes. Given that candidates have such a short time frame, it’s important that you highlight the skills you can bring to a job quickly and clearly. Here are some rules to know:

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The one page limit no longer applies

Tailor your resume to the position

Include URL’s to your website

Always send your resume as a PDF

Get away from using a template

Check out some other tips from Forbes!

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