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#RI-6a7aa5b4·6 months ago·
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“Dumb down resume for basic jobs”

Got rejected from basic jobs despite relevant skills

What I wish I knew
"Recruiters' expectations and resume optimization strategies"
If I could tell you one thing
"Tailor resume to job requirements and highlight transferable skills"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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