Nothing Strikes more than the image of a Confused Person Holding a Bad Resume.
You wake up in the morning all dressed up, holding your resume, but instead of feeling confident, you’re scratching your head wondering why you’re not getting any callbacks. Truth is, It might not be you, it could be your resume, but i mean, to be honest, you're loosely responsible for curating it right?
While you juggle that in your head, here's a fun fact!
Did You Know 75% of Resumes Never Get Seen by Human Eyes?”
Yes, you read that right. A staggering 75% of resumes never make it past the first hurdle. Why? Because they don’t get through the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). For your info, these systems are designed to filter out resumes that don’t match specific keywords, formatting, and other criteria put in by the HM. It’s like trying to get into an exclusive club with a dress code you didn’t know about.
So, what’s the big mistake? It’s not necessarily what you put on your resume, it’s how you put it out there. Here are a few quick tips to make sure your resume doesn’t end up in the ATS black hole:
1. Keywords are King: Tailor your resume to each job description. Use the same keywords that appear in the job listing.
2. Simple Formatting: Fancy fonts and graphics might look great to you, but ATS software often can’t read them. Stick to clean, simple formatting.
3. Clear Structure: Use clear headings and bullet points to organize your information. ATS systems love clarity.
Now, incase you missed these tips i shared, read it now!!
Stay caught on the right side of the ATS programming system...
If you still need help, here's how I can assist;
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◾ Accomplishment-oriented style, to highlight problem-solving skills
◾ A Focused Resume Strategy In the Current employment Market.
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Always, always remember, your resume is more than just a document , it’s your first impression. Make it count!
See you in the next one!
