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I had to pick between two job apps that used different hiring algorithms
I was applying for a customer service job and two companies had different online forms. One asked for my work history and a short video, the other just scanned my resume for keywords. I went with the video one because it felt more fair, but I never heard back. The keyword scan place sent a rejection in two days, saying I didn't match their 'profile'. Has anyone else felt like the way you apply changes your whole shot at a job?
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dixon.james2d ago
Tailor your resume to beat the keyword scanners, but also record a generic video intro you can reuse. It saves time and lets you focus on the actual job requirements instead of jumping through different hoops every time. Honestly both systems are flawed but you gotta play the game to get in the door.
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adams.uma2d ago
That video interview thing is so hit or miss. My friend did one where they asked her to describe her favorite book, and she panicked and talked about a cookbook for way too long. She didn't get the job, but she makes a great lasagna now. It's weird what they decide to focus on instead of just, you know, if you can do the work.
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Totally get that, the whole process feels random sometimes. I started tailoring my resume with keywords from the job ad before I even apply anywhere. For video stuff, keep it short and practice a basic script so you don't freeze up. It's a numbers game, so just blast out apps to both types and see what sticks.
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