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Why Poorly Formatted Resumes Get Rejected—And How to Fix It

  • December 4, 2024
  • Resume

The Hiring Experience

When I was hiring for a Business Analyst (BA) role, I posted the job on LinkedIn and received nearly 200 applications. My task? To shortlist just 5 or 6 candidates.

The Recruiter's Reality

  • With so many resumes to review, I needed a quick filter. The easiest way? Eliminate resumes that were poorly formatted, hard to read, or disorganized.

    In a time crunch, the mindset shifts from:
    👉 “Who to shortlist?” to
    👉 “Who to reject quickly?”

The Takeaway

  • Never get rejected over fixable issues. Ensure your resume is:

    ✅ Well-Formatted – Clean, consistent, and organized.
    ✅ Easy to Read – Use bullet points and clear headings.
    ✅ Role-Relevant – Highlight how you can solve the employer’s problems.

Bottom Line

  • Your resume should instantly show why you’re the right fit. If it’s hard to read, recruiters won’t get to the part where you shine.

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