Having a resume that emphasizes the key words and describes a perfect candidate---
The right resume details align with the job description and an interview is scheduled.
WHY A "RESUME ONLY" MINDSET IS A FAILED CAREER STRATEGY
1) A resume is a marketing tool and a small percent of a career search.
2) Very few online applications and resumes result in an Interview
3) Most resumes are rejected and not seen by a human.
Below are a few interesting stats about the effect a resume has in your job search and why you MUST NETWORK if you're interested in your career.... (SOURCE)
75% of resumes are rejected by ATS before the hiring manager sees them. (TopResume, 2021)
43% of resumes are submitted in file types incompatible with companies’ ATS. (TopResume, 2021)
Recruiters spend an average of 6 seconds scanning a resume. (The Muse, 2021)
77% of recruiters use LinkedIn to find talent. (TopResume, 2021)
57% of employers are less likely to interview a candidate who does not have an online presence. (CareerBuilder)
70% of employers use social media to evaluate candidates. (CareerBuilder)
Only 5 out of 250 applicants get a face-to-face interview. (TopResume, 2021)
THERE'S GOTTA BE A BETTER WAY
There is, and it's called NETWORKING.
Finding productive networking opportunities and knowing what to say will lead to career referrals and interviews with hiring managers.
Dive deeper, learn what to say and have meaningful, value-based conversations that lead to career referrals on a consistent basis.
Join me on a discovery call and I will explain exactly how networking can transform your job search. I will also share with you a key networking tip that very few job seekers are aware of.
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