Your comprehensive guide to understanding Applicant Tracking Systems, resume formatting, and modern hiring terminology.
A dynamic word used to start a resume bullet point.
Software used by employers to collect, scan, and rank resumes.
A numerical rating assigned by an Applicant Tracking System based on how well a resume matches a job description.
An interview format focused entirely on past behavior.
A type of search allowing users to combine keywords with operators.
A deliberate transition into a different role, function, or industry.
A layout listing work experience in reverse time order.
An unsolicited email sent to a potential contact or hiring manager.
An interview format structured around evaluating specific, predefined professional competencies.
A response to a job offer or resignation that proposes alternative terms.
A complementary document introducing yourself to a hiring manager.
A comprehensive document detailing academic and professional history.
A 30-to-60-second summary of your career background and goals.
A period of time between jobs with no formal employment listed on a resume.
A concise overview at the top of a resume highlighting key value.
A layout focusing heavily on skills rather than work history.
Teachable, measurable abilities required for a specific job.
The person who will directly manage the successful candidate and holds the final hiring decision.
Combines a heavy focus on skills with a chronological timeline.
A casual conversation with a professional to gather career insights.
An online platform where employers post open positions and candidates search for roles.
The process of systematically dissecting a job posting to extract critical requirements.
The practice of excessively repeating words to manipulate ranking.
A mandatory criteria question within an online job application.
The process of enhancing a LinkedIn profile to maximize recruiter discovery and engagement.
A formal written document from an employer outlining the terms of employment.
A professional who is not actively job searching but is open to exceptional opportunities.
The deliberate management of how you are perceived professionally across all channels.
An initial brief call conducted by a recruiter to assess basic candidate fit.
The practice of building and maintaining relationships that create mutual professional value.
A resume bullet point that uses specific numbers to demonstrate measurable impact.
A pre-employment verification process where an employer contacts a candidate's former managers or colleagues.
The automated extraction of text from a resume document.
The process of reaching a mutually agreed-upon compensation package for a new role.
The optimal structure for writing resume bullet points.
The difference between the skills you currently have and the skills required for a target role.
Interpersonal traits and communication abilities.
An interview technique for answering behavioral questions.
A database of passive candidates managed by a company.
An interview stage that evaluates a candidate's domain-specific technical competencies.
Skills gained in one role or industry that are directly applicable to another.
The intentional use of empty space in a resume layout to improve readability.