Key Takeaways JazzHR is an Applicant Tracking System (ATS) used by over 6,500 small to mid-sized companies (like Peloton, Hulu, and TED Conferences) to manage their hiring. Here’s what you need to know: It’s All About Keywords: JazzHR doesn’t “score” your resume with AI. Instead, recruiters manually search for candidates using keywords, especially for specific skills listed in the job description. Tailor Your Resume: You must...
To get more job interviews, you must create a resume that is optimized for applicant tracking systems (ATS). Learn how in this step-by-step guide. Key Takeaways How to write a resume: Your resume must be sharp, focused, and optimized using keywords and formatting that satisfy both the ATS software and the human reader. Follow these 6 essential steps to writing an ATS-friendly resume: Your Contact Information: Include your Name, Phone, Email,...
These resume objective examples are tailored to specific careers and designed to help you grab recruiters’ attention and land more interviews. Key Takeaways A resume objective is a short, goal-focused statement at the top of your resume explaining who you are, what job you want, and what value you bring. When to use it (and when not to): Use it if you are: A recent graduate, changing careers, relocating, returning to work after a break, or...
Artificial intelligence is making its mark in career services, and ChatGPT is one of the tools leading the way. But how can it help your career center assist job seekers in crafting resumes that not only look great but also pass through Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS)? This guide walks you through practical ways to use ChatGPT, complete with prompts and tips, to streamline the resume-writing process while ensuring each resume is tailored,...
Discover how to write a compelling resume summary that’s ATS-friendly and tailored for any job situation. KEY TAKEAWAYS Your resume summary is a short paragraph at the top of your resume that highlights your most relevant experience, skills, and accomplishments. It’s like a personal pitch—giving employers a quick reason to keep reading. Here are resume summary examples for different types of job seekers: Experienced...
Planning your recruitment budget ahead is more than a financial exercise. It is a strategic move that ensures the right people come into your organisation. Recruitment is one of the biggest investments any organisation makes. Yet, many employers approach it reactively, waiting until a role is vacant or a new need arises before setting funds aside. The result is often rushed hiring, higher costs, and in many cases, the wrong fit. Planning your...
The current generation of job seekers in Nigerian and the US markets, are demanding not just a good salary but places that prioritise their wellbeing. The work environment is in a seismic change with a new breed of professionals that are redefining success and satisfaction in the workplace. Recruitment in Nigeria and beyond is showing a demand for more than the basics. The current generation of job seekers, in the busy streets of the Nigerian...
Graduating from the university or college is an exciting and proud moment. Holding your certificate feels like proof that you have made it. Most importantly, it is the start of a new chapter. While the excitement of graduation is lovely, the real world comes with challenges that many graduates are not fully prepared for. The truth is that most of us make mistakes early in our careers. Some small, some life-altering. But being aware of...
Since its launch in 2012, Greenhouse has grown to become a major player in the applicant tracking systems (ATS) market. Why is Greenhouse ATS so popular? Because it does a great job of streamlining the recruitment process. It also provides hiring managers with detailed data that help them hire the right people for their organizations. Companies that use Greenhouse ATS Here are just a few of the 7,500 companies and...
Career services has quietly evolved from a campus support function to now having the opportunity to be higher education’s most critical department for institutional survival. With graduate unemployment rising to 6.2% and mounting pressure to prove ROI, career centers are the department most capable of demonstrating the value of a college degree—yet most remain underutilized strategic assets. Career services must transform to position your...
