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Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by naijanative: 11:15am On Apr 14, 2018 |
"HR, recruiters and staffing agencies rely heavily on 'buzzwords' and algorithms. They don't care about reading between the lines to know the candidate" - Bridget Hyacinth recruitment consultant and social influencer. With scarce jobs and overflow of candidates seeking for job positions, recruiters get thousands of applications for few job openings. No company has the capacity to manually check all those CVs by a human. They make use of Application Tracking Software in order streamline CVs of candidates they want. Being qualified or having first class / second class upper does not give you any comparative advantage at this time. Your CV needs to be certified by a recruitment software first. What is ATS Software Looking For? Keywords . Yes, you heard me right - keywords. In every job description, there are keywords the employers are looking for. This must be included in your CV for the ATS software to pick it. Some keywords may have to do with experience, education or certification. You must put it appropriately where it belongs. If the recruiter is looking for a React Developer, the keyword React Development must appear in your CV to pass the first hurdle of ATS software. Even if you have PhD in Web Development and 20 experience all written in your CV without mentioning the keyword, it is of no use. Your CV Must Be Scannable By An ATS Software The template you use and how you format your CV all matter on its success. All sections must be properly labelled - Objective, Experience, Education, Skills etc. Bold the titles. Some takeaways: • Always use the same fonts for Section Titles and Contents • Do not put pictures on your CV (it's not readable by ATS software) • Do not use text- boxes • A word document is preferred. If you think your CV will be analysed by a software, avoid PDF formats (Most ATS systems can properly parse PDFs - older ones may not) • Always include keywords in your Objectives, Skills or Education. Your Resume Objective Do not make your objective generic or passive. Never write things like: Highly motivated electrical engineer looking for employment in a challenging environment in a fast-paced company. Be specific and include job title and company you are applying to on the objective: Financial Accountant with 3+ years experience working in a leading commercial bank in Lagos with a proficient knowledge of Sage 50 Account Package. Seeking for an Account Manager position at XYZ corporation. Your resume objective is your pitch. Most recruiters make decisions on CV within 9 seconds. So even if you pass the ATS hurdle, you must pitch you CV properly to get invited to interview. Don't keep your recruiter searching your CV for keywords! Making these small changes may make a difference in you getting your dream job. To get more detailed tips on writing a winning resume, you can read more here: Source: NaijaNative Job Board cc: lalasticlala , ishilove 11 Likes 3 Shares |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by hemartins(m): 7:45am On Apr 15, 2018 |
All these HR trying to look smart in selection processes. They use flimsy excuses in disqualifying candidates. Age, key words, tailored CV and Bla Bla Bla. I can master all these act and be presented as the best candidate for the job but still be incapable. The best candidate don't appears too perfect or fully refined. 33 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Mcfiltermouth: 7:46am On Apr 15, 2018 |
How about "u don't have connection" 12 Likes |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by loomer: 7:47am On Apr 15, 2018 |
if them go respond, them go respond. 10 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Nobody: 7:48am On Apr 15, 2018 |
I just saw something new, do you mean using pdf format is not advisable 5 Likes |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by martineverest(m): 7:49am On Apr 15, 2018 |
As if u went there to verify/know the reason for the lack of response..... Oversabi Funnily and ironic enough, the writer's applications might also be somewhere unresponded 6 Likes |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Olachase(m): 7:50am On Apr 15, 2018 |
OP will u keep shot ur mouth I work in guiness as an conveyor engineer without cv or result. must I come to ur house and tell u all u need is connection 22 Likes
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Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by ArticleBeast: 7:51am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Most applications are copy anf paste..They just find a CV and change some details.I saw one CV and I wept. The blunders if they were blows can send one to Emergency ward..Abeg una dey see my signature |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by chrisbaxtian(m): 7:51am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Swargu: Don't mind him jare! Nigerian HR professionals give conflicting advice at times. some will say use pdf, others will say use word. From my experience so far, use the format recommended in vacancy post. if non is indicated, then use pdf 5 Likes |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Thickcok01: 7:55am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Create job, stop looking for job. 2 Likes 1 Share |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Venerable612(m): 7:55am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Op... there is never a perfect Job Application. If you send us your personal CV, someone will probably spot one or two errors, if not more than. Thing is... Having a referral or insider takes you 50% closer. God factor completes it, or makes it up if you don’t have an inside man. Unless, of course, aptitude tests are involved: which normally levels the playing field. Ultimately, we only get what God wants us to - perfect application or not. 5 Likes 2 Shares |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by DuBLINGreenb(m): 7:55am On Apr 15, 2018 |
You do realise the more generic the cv is the more it can be submitted to many organisations at a time. So adding "3+ yrs looking to work in xyz engineering Ltd "will mean you have to make a new cv everytime 3 Likes |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by musa234(m): 7:56am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Without Cv I got my first job.. Leave all the trash.. Those who will still get the job will get the job 7 Likes |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by momodub: 7:56am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Nice one |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Innov8ve1: 7:56am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Story story, it beyond software, these guys are inundated with thousands of mails, how are they going to sift through them? Plus these guys only want those with work experience so even if its a graduate trainee position which logically is meant for fresh graduate, only those with experience get contacted. Thats why they dont respond to many job applications. Do you need a website or blog? I design fast and responsive websites at an affordable rate. Contact me via the email address on my profile, not Nairaland email o |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by musa234(m): 7:56am On Apr 15, 2018 |
musa234: 1 Like |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by ogunnoikitaiwo(m): 8:00am On Apr 15, 2018 |
when company need like 8 workers nd over 500 pple somit cv....meaningless post....let me go nd buy condom jor.. 1 Like |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by AntiRiot: 8:01am On Apr 15, 2018 |
I will also add poor grammar. Many graduate these days can hardly string 2 or 3 sentences without grammatical error and poor punctuation. |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Nobody: 8:02am On Apr 15, 2018 |
This is how the most mediocre candidates get hired... 1 Like |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Nobody: 8:07am On Apr 15, 2018 |
wetin be C.V for naija, just get correct Godfather even your interview questions go come with answers unlike other applicants |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by jazboy(m): 8:08am On Apr 15, 2018 |
hemartins:Companies don't employ the best candidate, they employ a qualified candidate . 1 Like |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by nathan26: 8:08am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by chrisbaxtian(m): 8:09am On Apr 15, 2018 |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by chrisbaxtian(m): 8:10am On Apr 15, 2018 |
AntiRiot: Nigerian graduates are not the problem |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by chrisbaxtian(m): 8:12am On Apr 15, 2018 |
hemartins: it's not only the excuses that they use, but the need to follow what they "think is trending" I have heard all sorts of bunkum from our Nigerian HR 3 Likes |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by ednut1(m): 8:17am On Apr 15, 2018 |
U need 3 pple. 5000 send in application. If u like tailor ur cv well. It doesnt guarantee jack |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by Benjom(m): 8:17am On Apr 15, 2018 |
chrisbaxtian: No sir... If non is specified, "Word" should be your first option. |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by fgsamuel(m): 8:21am On Apr 15, 2018 |
DuBLINGreenb: It is advisable to have a new CV written for every new job. |
Re: Why Your Applications Are Not Getting Response by NokiaN8(m): 8:22am On Apr 15, 2018 |
corruption, and bad system, elements in the employment market.... |
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