The Black Hole of Resumes

The job search process has gotten interesting with the growth of AI. Most US companies use an AI called ATS (Applicant Tracking System), which scores resume submissions based on keywords. It is a great concept but is not yet fully baked. The critical challenge is that AI doesn’t read and think. It won’t see parallel meaning (Software implementation vs. Software delivery) or root translations (Consultant vs. Consulting). If the Keywords are listed as Software delivery and Consulting, you will get a lower score if you have Software implementation and Consultant on your resume.

Learning: The best way to get your resume to the right people is through connections. Still. Gaming AI is an option but be prepared for the black hole.

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Do you have any tricks or solutions for navigating ATS? Does your company use ATS to scrape “qualified” candidates or to manage the onslaught of people coming your way?