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#RI-69c917cc·4 months ago·
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“Using creative resume design for targeted job applications”
What Actually Happened
I've landed jobs using both plain and creative resumes, but the creative one stands out in direct applications
What I wish I knew
"That ATS software is not as strict as I thought"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Use a creative resume design for direct applications, but a plain one for job portals and recruiters"
Regret Index
2/10
Positive or neutral outcome.
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