Is Your Resume AI-Ready?

Your resume is a story. A marketing pitch. A first impression. In today’s world of AI algorithms and resume “black holes,” how do you stand out and get that audience with a human?

At Elentic , Lay Taylor and Keith F. share insider tips to help you turn your resume into a marketing tool and ace your interviews.

The Resume: Your First Chance to Shine

AI algorithms often filter resumes before a human even sees them. Your goal? Get into the top 100 resumes reviewed by a person. From there, hiring managers may talk to 10 candidates and hire one.

Lay’s advice: “Your resume is a marketing pitch, not your life story. It’s about showing how you’re the best fit for the job you’re applying for.”

Here’s how to craft a resume that stands out:

1. Tailor Your Story: Customize your resume for the job description. Highlight what you did, not just what your team accomplished.
2. Use Keywords: Tune your resume to match the job posting to pass AI filters.
3. Show Impact: Include stats to convey complexity and risk—like stakeholders you worked with or metrics you improved.
4. Keep It Clean: An error-free, easy-to-read, and aesthetically pleasing resume makes hiring managers spend more time reviewing it.
5. Write a Career Summary: A concise summary at the top gives hiring managers a snapshot of your story and value.

"Your resume should solve a hiring manager’s problem—make it easy for them to see why you’re the perfect fit," Keith adds.

The Interview: Your Chance to Connect

Once your resume gets you in the door, how do you nail the interview? Lay and Keith offer these tips:

• Research First: Learn about the company, the role, and the people interviewing you.
• Tell Your Story: Tie your experience to the job description. Even if your background is unique, show how it applies to their needs.
• Be Specific: Share concrete examples of problems you solved, the stakeholders you worked with, and the results you delivered.
• Take Notes: During the interview, jot down key points to follow up on.
• Follow Up: Send a thoughtful email to thank the interviewer and reinforce your interest.

Keith emphasizes: “Interest is always good—when done right. Show that you’re engaged and enthusiastic, but also professional.”

A Marketing Story with Integrity

Your resume and interview are your first chances to make an impression. Lay and Keith stress the importance of authenticity:

• Be honest about your experience.
• Curate and translate your story for the job you want.
• Show that you’re easy to work with by presenting a polished, concise, and well-organized resume.

"Market yourself with honesty and integrity. Hiring managers value authenticity and a clear, compelling story," says Lay.

Call to Action

Your career is your story—make sure it’s one worth reading. How have you tailored your resume or prepared for an interview to stand out? Share your tips in the comments below!

If you’re ready to join a team that values authenticity and growth, let’s connect.