Thanks for this great advice, Greg & Taylor. I’ve optimized my LinkedIn profile so much that it doesn’t even sound like me anymore.
Greg, in your “AI and the Future of Work” discussion with Jaime Teevan and Scott Galloway, Scott made the point that the future of work comes down to the ability to communicate, looking people in the eye, crafting a story, inspiring action, opening and engaging others.
Over-optimizing for keywords often gets in the way of telling the real story of our accomplishments.
PS – I’ve always been hired through networking or by a former colleague or manager, never because of keyword stuffing. Thanks for setting me back on track
I understand your frustration. I can imagine how challenging it is for recruiters during the hiring process. After sifting through hundreds of resumes, it can be difficult to screen them effectively without having established criteria in advance. Having clear rules and context is essential.
It’s somewhat similar to providing context in a prompt to an AI for a more accurate response.
What if you included three bullet points in the job description outlining the specific requirements you’d like to read? Candidates who are genuinely interested will address those points and provide you with the information you're seeking.
This is great advice. I've been feeling the same way about my own resume and LinkedIn profile. It's so easy to get caught up in the keyword stuffing and lose your authentic voice. Scott Galloway's point about human connection and storytelling is so true, and it's what ultimately gets you hired.
It also highlights the value of a portfolio. A resume can only tell part of the story, but a portfolio lets you show your work, your passion, and your unique approach. Lately I've been checking out an AI portfolio and resume builder called PopCV. It seems perfect for creating a professional and authentic online presence without getting bogged down in the design, so you can focus on building those valuable connections.
Thanks for this great advice, Greg & Taylor. I’ve optimized my LinkedIn profile so much that it doesn’t even sound like me anymore.
Greg, in your “AI and the Future of Work” discussion with Jaime Teevan and Scott Galloway, Scott made the point that the future of work comes down to the ability to communicate, looking people in the eye, crafting a story, inspiring action, opening and engaging others.
Over-optimizing for keywords often gets in the way of telling the real story of our accomplishments.
PS – I’ve always been hired through networking or by a former colleague or manager, never because of keyword stuffing. Thanks for setting me back on track
Hi Taylor,
I understand your frustration. I can imagine how challenging it is for recruiters during the hiring process. After sifting through hundreds of resumes, it can be difficult to screen them effectively without having established criteria in advance. Having clear rules and context is essential.
It’s somewhat similar to providing context in a prompt to an AI for a more accurate response.
What if you included three bullet points in the job description outlining the specific requirements you’d like to read? Candidates who are genuinely interested will address those points and provide you with the information you're seeking.
This is great advice. And this is why networking is so important. And warm intros.
This is great advice. I've been feeling the same way about my own resume and LinkedIn profile. It's so easy to get caught up in the keyword stuffing and lose your authentic voice. Scott Galloway's point about human connection and storytelling is so true, and it's what ultimately gets you hired.
It also highlights the value of a portfolio. A resume can only tell part of the story, but a portfolio lets you show your work, your passion, and your unique approach. Lately I've been checking out an AI portfolio and resume builder called PopCV. It seems perfect for creating a professional and authentic online presence without getting bogged down in the design, so you can focus on building those valuable connections.