1 Learn the concept
To increase your chances of an interview you have to apply the right way. That means choosing roles that fit, tailoring each application and keeping track of what you send. In this lesson you learn strategies that make the process more efficient, so you can apply to more of the right roles with less effort.
2 See it in action
- Target: choose roles where you meet most of the requirements.
- Tailor: adjust your resume and opening lines for each application.
- Network: where you can, contact a person at the company before you apply.
- Track: record each application, its date and your follow-up.
Worked example
A tailored application in 30 minutes
Step 1: pick roles where you meet most requirements.
Step 2: change your resume headline to match the role.
Step 3: write two opening sentences about the company.
Step 4: apply, then add the follow-up date to your tracker.
Result to look for: ten tailored applications beat forty identical ones.
3 Study an example
Example scenario
A candidate sends 40 identical applications and hears nothing. She changes her approach: ten tailored applications a week, each with a short note to someone at the company, and a tracker to schedule follow-ups. Her reply rate improves because each application shows effort and fit.
4 Apply it and download
- Pick five roles that fit you.
- Tailor your resume headline for each.
- Set up your tracker and schedule follow-ups.
Worksheet Job application trackerOpen, print or save as PDF