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There's obviously been a huge uptick in content regarding AI-related tools in recruiting candidates and in hiring processes. Have to say I feel more confident than ever building a business around conversations over the 'efficiency' of a ChatGPT, automated resume screening ATS, etc. When I started, people doing keyword searches on LI, Monster, The Ladders, etc were the ones missing the point by taking the quickest way to finding 'The Resume' and working backwards to fit the personality behind it into a role. But finding 'The Fit' shouldn't be just about being quick. If your company culture celebrates a shared mindset, drive, or passion then you should really trust the people that invest time to find those personalities through one on one conversation. Not words on PDF.

SO lovely to receive this message from a candidate whose CV I’ve been helping to tailor for their job search. Here’s what we did: Added a personal statement -         A clear but concise intro to their experience so far and what their current skillset looks like – avoid making this too lengthy, you need to capture the reader’s attention here -         Gave a brief overview of who they are professionally and their working style – this needs to be specific to you, avoid generic comments like “excellent communication skills” or “able to work independently as well as part of a team” -         Provided context as to where they are at in their career and what they are seeking to gain from their next role – ensure this is relevant and tailored (but true!) to the job/s you are applying for Streamlined the information from current and previous roles -         Focussed on bullet points whilst adding depth to outline responsibilities and key achievements – it’s important to keep each point concise but you do need to provide detail and context. Ensure these points are aligned to the requirements in the job you are applying for -         Included actual outcomes – e.g. “ensuring value for money” does not have the same impact as “resulting in 15% improvement in cost savings”. Remember to focus on what YOU deliver (not your team) -         Removed too much detail from previous roles and enhanced the most recent 2 roles – what you did 5-10 years ago is not as relevant Your CV needs to be concise (2 pages max as a rule of thumb) but if you want to get past the screening stage it HAS to have weight. Make what you include count. And please don't use ChatGPT, recruiters and hiring managers can tell, I promise. Excited to see where things go for this candidate!!

Recently, I've noticed some people complaining about candidates "outsourcing" cover letters to ChatGPT. If you're one of these people, have you considered why everyone is turning to AI for this task? Maybe it's the 'Gen Z' in me, but I've never once felt that a cover letter was necessary for any role I've had, from Customer Service to Audit. Key Points to Consider: It's on my CV: A CV provides an overview of my profile, and expanding on that is what the interview is for. Personalisation: Many cover letters end up sounding generic even if human-made, due to the formulaic structure of the task. Worse still, if via an agency, the candidate might not even know the company they are applying for so how could they personalise it? Inefficiency: Time spent writing cover letters could be better used for skill development, networking, or actual job performance. Value: Almost every hiring manager I've spoken with admits they don't even read cover letters; they just read the CV. Instead of complaining about the use of AI, perhaps it's time to rethink the necessity and format of cover letters altogether and leave them in the past. Thankfully 95% of my clients already have!

I recorded a great interview with a recruiter yesterday. We discussed resumes made with ChatGPT, auto-clickers and automated application services, ATS hacks like keyword stuffing in white text, and so on. Will post it soon. Long story short: write your resumes yourself and apply strategically! Recruiters aren't stupid - they see all of this. And they flag such "clever" candidates in their database with a red flag. And you stay in that database for a long time. So think strategically!

Tips on using Chat GPT to tailor your resume.

Tailoring your resume to a specific job highlights your most relevant skills and experiences, making you a more attractive candidate to employers. This targeted approach also demonstrates your genuine interest in the position and increases the likelihood of your resume passing through applicant tracking systems.

Ever feel like you're reading the perfect resume, but something just seems off? With AI-generated content on the rise, it's becoming harder to tell if a resume was crafted by a candidate—or by ChatGPT. 👉 How do you spot the difference? 👉 What red flags do you look for when detecting AI-assisted resumes? And more importantly... 👉 How do we make sure we're evaluating the person behind the words? #MSBResources #RecruitingTrends #AIinHiring

Are you having “Keyword Fatigue” from tailoring your resume for each job application?  Let AI help.   1) Open a new chat 2) Paste this prompt in the box 3) Paste or attach the job description 4) Hit enter, and you’ll get a pick list of high-impact terms to weave into your resume.   ChatGPT Prompt for Keywords: I'm applying to this job, and you are the hiring manager. What are the top 16 keywords that I need to include in my resume to get past your ATS scanner and impress you? Please make each keyword 1-3 words in length.   Let me know if this improves your hit ratio.

If you've ever been in the job market and finally landed the right job by changing the wording, you know that this concept works. While AI has its pros and cons, this can certainly be one of the pros if used correctly. Very insightful information: