How many pages for your resume

Summary

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  Ideal length is generally 1 to 3 pages.

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  One page works early in your career if you can be succinct with enough detail, don’t cut key achievements just to force one page.

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  Going to three or more pages can signal weak communication unless your career truly needs the space.

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  With a 20 to 30 year career, two pages is often hard. A third page can be okay if older experience is still relevant, otherwise cut early roles.