
Before your resume reaches an actual person, it often goes through a filter. Most companies now use software called Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to scan resumes for keywords, skills, and structure. If something doesn’t line up, your resume might be tossed before a human even sees it.
ATS tools try to turn your resume into structured data. They look for job titles, dates, qualifications, and key phrases. If the formatting is off or the wording doesn't match the job description, you might get filtered out... even if you're a strong fit.
AI resume builders are useful for getting started quickly, but they can also trip you up. Here’s where things often go wrong:
According to Harvard Business Review, around 88 percent of employers believe qualified candidates get filtered out by ATS tools.
When used the right way, resume tools can:
The important part is to review the output and make it your own. A tool can get you started, but you still need to bring your voice into it.
Yotru gives you a fast starting point using AI, but lets you edit every section line by line. The goal is to create a solid draft that still sounds like you. You stay in control from start to finish.

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Employability Systems & Applied Research
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