Getting Your Resume Past ATS With Wahresume Featuring Johnu Marattil Agile And Project Management

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Getting Your Resume Past ATS with Wahresume Featuring Johnu Marattil

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(This podcast was originally recorded as a video episode. If you'd like to see that version: https://youtu.be/YSDNeAdyZiw) In this conversation, Dave Prior and Johnu Marattil discuss the challenges of job applications, particularly the importance of tailoring resumes for each position. Johnu shares his personal journey of creating a tool, WahResume, to automate and enhance the job application process. They delve into the significance of understanding ATS filters, common mistakes applicants make, and strategies for effectively showcasing skills and experiences. The discussion also covers the role of AI in improving resumes and the necessity of preparing for interviews in today's competitive job market. Takeaways • Tailoring your resume for each job application is essential. • Understanding ATS filters can significantly improve your chances of getting noticed. • Automating the resume creation process can save time and effort. • Highlighting skills and achievements is crucial for standing out. • Using keywords from job descriptions in your cover letter can enhance your application. • Applying for multiple roles increases your chances of getting shortlisted. • A simple and lightweight resume format is often more effective. • Practicing interviews can help build confidence and improve performance. • The goal of job applications has shifted to getting interviews rather than just landing jobs. • WahResume is a tool designed to streamline the job application process. Links: WahResume: https://www.wahresume.com/ (In the interview, Johnu shares a promo code that will give you a free month of full access - but you’ll need to listen to the recording to find out what it is.) Johnu on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/johnumarattil/ Chapters 00:20 Introduction to Job Application Challenges 03:19 The Importance of Tailoring Resumes 06:11 Automating the Job Application Process 09:15 Using AI to Enhance Resumes 11:42 Common Mistakes in Job Applications 14:28 Navigating the Job Market Today 17:23 Demonstrating the Resume Tool 20:14 Improving Resume Scores with Keywords 24:59 Navigating Job Descriptions and Resumes 27:13 Tailoring Resumes for Experience 28:55 The Importance of Relevant Skills 30:10 Optimizing Resume Formats for ATS 33:04 Understanding ATS Parsing Challenges 37:52 Simplifying Resume Formats 39:50 Job Application Strategies and Tips 43:48 Leveraging Tools for Job Seekers

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