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How long should a resume be?One page with under about ten years of experience, two pages beyond that, longer only for academic CVs. Plus the US federal two-page rule and how to cut a resume down.3 min readHow to write a cover letterHow to write a cover letter in four short paragraphs: header, greeting, why this job, one proof point, the close. With a full example, the right length, and mistakes to avoid.3 min readResume vs CV: what is the difference?A resume is a one-to-two-page summary tailored to a job; a CV is a full academic record. Except in the UK, India and much of the world, where 'CV' just means resume.3 min read

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