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Resumes Etc., July 7 2025

RESUME MISTAKE - Too Much or Too Little Detail. 

Striking the right balance in an executive resume is tricky. Some candidates try to impress with exhaustive details, resulting in a dense four-page document. Others oversimplify, omitting key context that would help readers understand the scope and significance of their achievements. Both extremes can hurt your candidacy.

The goal is to be concise yet compelling. Aim for a two-page resume that highlights the past 10–15 years of experience — the period most relevant to your current executive trajectory. Provide enough detail to show scale and impact, but don’t overwhelm the reader with minutiae. Each bullet point should serve a clear purpose: to demonstrate how you solve problems and drive results.

Remember, less is more — if it's strategic. Use a high-level overview for each role, followed by select accomplishments that align with the position you're targeting. This gives the reader a curated snapshot of your leadership career while inviting deeper conversation during the interview.

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