How does optimizing profile affect the chance of being shortlisted?

I have applied for so many jobs, yet I was not followed up for an interview.?

Most of our job seekers have similar kinds of problems as they apply for new jobs. It is crucial to understand that there are many candidates just like you, who are applying for the same post. As a recruiter, the goal is to shortlist the best candidate.

We, as an applicant must understand what makes our profile stand out amongst the crowd. This process has become more challenging as Merojob has recently integrated Merojob AI ATS.

What is Merojob AI ATS?

Merojob AI ATS is an advanced Applicant Tracking System designed to streamline the hiring process for recruiters. Merojob AI ATS generates a categorized list of candidates, ranking them from most to least suitable. It correlates each applicant's profile against the job requirements, determining the extent to which each candidate fits the role.

How can we optimize our profile to be a suitable candidate?

Merojob AI ATS might sound complex at first, but it benefits the candidates who actually possess the skill and have experience working in their specified field. Let us understand what we can do to optimize our profile;

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• Complete your profile?

To apply for a job, you as a job seeker must create a profile on the Merojob site. However, a common issue arises when many applicants leave sections of their profiles incomplete. As Merojob AI ATS functions by matching job requirements with candidates' profiles, those with incomplete profiles are often the first to be eliminated from consideration due to insufficient information. So complete your profile with relevant information in skills, experience, and training to increase your chances of being more visible.

• Mention technical keywords?

Include technical keywords in your profile to make them stand out. For instance, to showcase your abilities as a graphic designer, you should elaborate your experience with "Illustrator," "UX/UI Design," and "Adobe Creative Suite",? This improves compatibility with Merojob AI Application Tracking Systems (ATS) and matches your profile with job descriptions, So, don't forget to include relevant skills along with carefully crafted targeted keywords to significantly boost the likelihood of drawing in recruiters.

• Update your information

While working or applying for a job, you must have learned something new that might be relevant to the position that you are applying. Adding such information benefits you on job portals because it keeps your profiles relevant and up to date. This increases the weight of your profile. Keep the profile refreshed and accurate so that you have a higher chance of being most suitable for the applied position.

• Turn on the “Actively Searching for Job” button?

As a bonus tip, to be more visible, you ought to keep the "Actively Searching for Job" toggle on Merojob. This feature makes your profile more noticeable to recruiters. It increases the likelihood that you will be noticed and contacted for applications that you submit. It also highlights your application as an active jobseeker for the next seven days. Don't forget to switch to active mode every seven days.?

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There's more to getting noticed by recruiters than just sending in applications. Merojob's AI ATS helps relevant candidates to stand out. For this, you can improve your profile's visibility and make it more compatible with job postings. Just make sure it is complete with proper use of technical keywords, your information is updated, and turn on the "Actively Searching for Job" feature.?

By taking these steps, you can raise your profile visibility and increase your chances of getting an interview. So, have you completed your profile?