As one of the leading employment agencies in Miami, Future Force knows the resume black hole is the bane of most job seekers’ existence. Not only do you spend hours crafting the perfect cover letter and resume, but it can often seem like all that work is for nothing when you don’t get a call back after applying. It’s easy to get discouraged, as a result.
If you feel like your resume is disappearing more than it should be, you need to find out the reason why. Otherwise, you could wind up making the same mistake over and over without even realizing it.
So what are some of the most common reasons candidates don’t get called back? Here’s a look at 3 of them:
You’re not the right fit.
You probably know that hiring managers only spend a few seconds reviewing resumes before making a decision about whether to bring someone in for an interview. But did you also know that most job candidates do the same with job postings? However, when you quickly scan a post, without reading it in detail, you could be missing out on important information that can impact whether or not you should apply.
Practical tip: Next time you apply for a job, be sure to read the job post thoroughly. Then make a list of the key pains / needs the employer is facing and how your background can help you meet those needs.
Your resume isn’t optimized.
Many companies today, particularly larger companies, use applicant tracking systems to screen resumes – before a person even lays eyes on them. So if your resume isn’t optimized with the right keywords, then you could be getting screened out, even if you’re a good match for the job.
Practical tip: Look to the job posting to find the right keywords. So, for instance, if the posting uses certain acronyms or abbreviations for professional designations that you hold, then use those same acronyms or abbreviations in your resume.
You applied too late.
With the Internet, many job postings stay online long after they are filled. That means you could be applying for positions that have since been closed.
Practical Tip: To ensure this doesn’t happen to you, set up alerts that notify you every time a new job opens up that’s a good fit for you. Most of the major job boards offer this option. Once you’re alerted of a job you’d like to apply for, then apply as quickly as you can.
Struggling With Your Job Search?
If you are and need some expert help, let Future Force know. As one of the leading employment agencies in Miami, we can work with you to get to know your background and skills, and then place you in rewarding full-time opportunities at some of the top companies in the area. Simply contact us today to get the process started.