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Monday, March 12, 2018

How Far Back Should You Go on a Resume?

How Far Back Should You Go on a Resume?

Your resume is the first thing hiring managers and recruiters look at when deciding whether you're a viable candidate for an open position -- so it's important to get that document just right. But while you probably know to avoid grammatical errors and the like, one thing you may be unclear on is how far back on your resume to go. This especially holds true if you're a seasoned worker with years of experience under your belt.

So how many years of work history should your resume include? As a general rule, you're safe listing your last 10 years of experience. But that's not the whole story.

It's all about relevance

The purpose of your resume is to show that you have the expertise needed to excel at the role you're applying for. So rather than focus on a certain number of years' worth of work experience, you're better focusing on your most relevant experience...

https://www.fool.com/careers/2018/03/11/how-far-back-should-you-go-on-a-resume.aspx

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by Idham Azhari


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