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 “As long as it needs to be”, is probably the first answer that comes to mind but this doesn’t provide a definitive answer. The reality is that there are no rules but there are some good guidelines and 2-3 pages should cover the majority of CVs. So how do you edit your 12 page novella into an impressive CV? With a lot of time and effort is the true answer but the following should offer a few clues.   Make an impact with the first page and more importantly, start with a compelling “profile” There’s a previous post that covers this key area in more detail.   Restrict your first page to 3 sections: “Profile “and then two of the following: “Key Achievements”, “Key Skills” and “Key Qualifications”   - you need to think about which two you select and this will be dependent on your job description and career length and history.   Add a heading to the second page called “Career History”: this will offer a valuable clue as to what you should think about adding here....

 When thinking about CV content, “Less” can really be “More”. Don’t be tempted to include everything about your history in great detail. Don’t add loads of woolly  nonsense about how you are “trustworthy” (no one is looking to employ a thief), “hard working” (no one wants a slacker) or other padding. Think about: WHAT THE JOB SPEC DEMANDS HOW YOU CAN MEET OR EXCEED THIS. If what you are writing doesn’t serve to achieve this aim then it’s likely that you are waffling.   Successful CV Writing  produces the  highest quality CVs  at affordable prices. Need more help, advice or  just want loads of free CV writing information ?