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Senior Data & AI Recruiter @ Thoughtworks

I have seen plenty of misinformation here on LinkedIn lately suggesting that an ATS rejects resumes automatically, and then there are keywords to be mentioned in your resume to pass that. An ATS’s main functionality is simply to receive and organise resumes for review by human recruiters. Think of the ATS as a digital filing cabinet, compiling data from multiple sources and organising the data for easy consumption. The myth is that the ATS automatically rejects resumes. I will admit there may be a tiny grain of truth to this, but let me explain. Yes, recruiters can utilise the ATS in this manner, but most often it is through the use of "knockout questions" in the application or resume submission process, not based on some kind of AI. THE VAST, OVERWHELMING MAJORITY OF RECRUITERS AND SOURCERS STILL LOOK AT EVERY SUBMISSION. YES, EVEN THE "REJECTED" DRAWER. So, if you want to know the best way to "beat" the ATS, it’s very simple... Only apply for jobs that you are qualified for, answer any application questions truthfully, and tailor your resume accordingly. #ats #jobapplication #keywords #hiring #resumemakeover

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