How long will recruiters spend on your résumé before deciding to toss it in the recycle bin? Six seconds, says online job search site The Ladders. That’s about 20 to 30 words.
Yes, Your Résumé Needs a Summary
And it needs to capture a recruiter’s attention in six seconds.
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