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Chapter 8
shortcutson your journeyto the stars
Cheat the ATS. The abbreviation stands for applicant track-ing software which recruiters commonly use to filter the initial inflow of resumes. If you want your resume to succeed, copy some of the keywords from the job description. You can identi-fy them easily. These words best describe what the job involves. Any words that characterize the position, industry, and the ideal candidate.
Make sure your resume and cover letter match. Choose the same template and make them complement each other. If might seem inconsequential at first but hiring managers do ap-preciate a keen eye for detail. Moreover, for most human beings it is easier to remember things that are visually appealing.
These hacks will help you ace your job application.