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Resume Writing Tips & Best Practices
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Topic starter
25/01/2026 3:53 pm
Keep hearing mixed things about the best resume format these days… some people say one page is still the rule, others say it’s outdated. I have 3 years of experience + internships, and cramming everything onto one page feels impossible! What’s actually preferred now??
25/01/2026 4:12 pm
The debate about the “best resume format” isn’t really about page count anymore. What matters most is:
✅ Content quality
✅ Relevant experience
✅ Clear, readable formatting
If you can present your value powerfully in one page — great.
If you need two pages to properly show your achievements — that’s perfectly fine too.
The “best format” is simply the one that communicates your qualifications clearly. Services like ecqwritingservice.com or payforresume.com can help if you want professional formatting without overcomplicating it.
25/01/2026 4:25 pm
Let me clear up some common myths as a recruiter:
ONE PAGE works best for:
Entry-level candidates
Under ~5 years of experience
Career changers
Straightforward work histories
TWO PAGES work best for:
5+ years experience
Multiple relevant roles
Technical/complex fields
Leadership or managerial work
The best format depends on your career story — not a rule.
25/01/2026 7:27 pm
Wait, so what’s the best resume format for new grads?? I’ve got projects and internships, but not tons of experience…
25/01/2026 7:28 pm
@8Rookie For entry-level candidates, one page is usually ideal.
Focus on:
your best coursework
strong projects
internship results
technical skill highlights
Quality > quantity!
25/01/2026 7:33 pm
Hot take: the best resume format is whatever gets past ATS and shows your impact.
One page, two pages — doesn’t matter if every line earns its place 🤷♂️
25/01/2026 8:02 pm
Resume format varies by field:
Tech / Design:
Portfolio link at the top
Skills matrix
Project impact highlights
1–2 pages is normal
Business / Corporate:
Professional summary
Achievement-driven bullets
Cleaner layout
Length depends on experience
25/01/2026 8:08 pm
I researched current recruiter preferences. Key findings:
Mobile readability matters more than page count
Most recruiters are fine with 2 pages
ATS compatibility is crucial
Visual hierarchy beats strict formatting rules
Make it scannable and clean 📱
25/01/2026 8:33 pm
Help! Trying to figure out the best resume format… should I include a headshot?? Saw some templates with photos…
26/01/2026 11:17 am
@Shilpi No photos for US/UK resumes.
If you want clean, professional formatting, services like nurseresumewriters.com or medicalresumewriter.com can help — and they avoid gimmicks like headshots.
Stick to:
clean layout
standard fonts
clear sections
no graphics unless your industry truly expects them
26/01/2026 12:07 pm
Okay but what’s the best resume format for remote jobs? Same rules?
26/01/2026 12:38 pm
For remote roles, include:
Your location or time zone
Remote tools you use (Slack, Jira, Notion, Zoom)
Examples of async collaboration
Self-management achievements
The basic formatting rules stay the same.
Topic starter
26/01/2026 1:55 pm
Thanks everyone! I think I’ll try a two-page format since I have several relevant projects. Better than shrinking everything to tiny font 😅
26/01/2026 4:06 pm
Final tips for choosing the best resume format:
Content matters more than page count
Every line should add value
Keep formatting consistent
Make sure it’s ATS-friendly
Customize for your industry
If you need help for specific professional fields, executivecvwritingservices.com and governmentresumewriters.com are strong options — they know how to structure resumes clearly and professionally.
Your resume should be as long as it needs to be to tell your story effectively 💪
