There seem to be so many "rules" about resumés that take lawyers sideways and compromise their ability to create an effective document. The One Page Rule is one of them. I frequently see resumés that attempt to squeeze too much information onto one page in order to conform to this "rule"—and it really isn't effective, or pretty. It's like trying to squeeze into pants two sizes too small. Technically, you might be able to do it, but it just won't look good.

Arguably, the resumé is the most important personal career document a professional can create. It not only provides the facts of your work history, it details your expertise, your value and all the other great things about you. In other words: Your Sell. So it's got to be good. In order to write an effective resumé, you should not approach the exercise in terms of number of pages, but rather I recommend you think about how this document will best reflect and market your background. Accurately, persuasively and concisely.