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joannemarime
- February 21, 2025
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Introduction
Did you know 75% of resumes get rejected by robots before a human ever sees them? If you’re sending out applications but hearing crickets, your resume might be stuck in the ATS (Applicant Tracking System) black hole.
But don’t panic—I’ll show you how to hack the system.
Step 1: Reverse-Engineer the Job Description
- Copy/paste the job posting into WordClouds.com.
- The largest words are keywords the ATS is scanning for (e.g., “project management,” “SEO optimization”).
- Mirror these exact phrases in your resume’s skills and experience sections.
Step 2: Ditch the Fancy Formatting
- Avoid columns, graphics, or unusual fonts. ATS systems read left-to-right, top-to-bottom.
- Use standard headers: “Work Experience,” “Education,” “Skills.”
Step 3: Quantify Everything
Bad: “Managed social media accounts.”
ATS Killer: “Grew LinkedIn engagement by 240% in 6 months via targeted content strategy.”
Free Tool: Use Jobscan to test your resume’s ATS score.
Get Your Resume ATS-Proofed Here
