How long should you take to answer the “walk me through your resume” question?

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1.5 - 2 min

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Thanks angel

As someone who had to sit through 30 people walk me through their resumes last week, the shorter the better. If they want to know more about an experience they will ask

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~.5 minutes a year up to 3-5 mins max depending on YOE and level

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1-2 mins max.. hit a broad overview of your work experience… no ramblings

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