The best résumé I’ve seen and AI prompting secrets for job seeking
New podcast episode, free BBC career toolkit, and hiring insights
This week, you’ll discover essential job search strategies, résumé templates that land interviews, and key hiring insights.
New Open To Work Podcast Episode
📢 Is it harder for trans people to get a job?
A deep dive into workplace biases, hiring challenges, and what needs to change.
👉 Listen on Spotify
👉 Watch on YouTube
🚀 Toolkit & Website Update
The Get Hired Toolkit is evolving → Moving to the Open To Work Toolkit. While we make changes, expect temporary site downtime over the weekend.
Notion Job Tracker Launching Next Friday → Free tool with built-in automation to help track applications & last communication with companies.
What’s happening this week?
✅ The best résumé I’ve seen—used to land 2-3 interviews per week
✅ Master AI prompting for job applications & productivity
✅ How to make your résumé sell your value like a sales page
✅ How to address the “you’re overqualified” concern
✅ BBC’s Career Toolkit—a must-have free resource
A visual asset of the week: The best résumé I’ve seen
By Reno Perry → Check out the full post
This résumé landed 2-3 interviews per week at top companies. Why?
🔹 Simple format → Clean, no clutter, easy to scan
🔹 No fluff summary → Straight to the point with major achievements
🔹 Company descriptions → Provides instant context for past roles
🔹 Measurable impact → Metrics & results stand out
🔹 Strategic keywords → Optimized for ATS
🔹 Balanced skillset → Mix of technical and soft skills
Want a strong résumé template? Try this format
Featured posts of the week
1️⃣ Master AI prompting for job applications
By Aakash Gupta → Read the full post
AI can supercharge your job applications—if you prompt it correctly. OpenAI President Greg Brockman shares a 4-step framework:
1️⃣ Goal clarity → Be ultra-specific with your task request
2️⃣ Return format → Define the exact structure you need
3️⃣ Warnings → Tell AI what NOT to do (e.g., “Keep it concise”)
4️⃣ Context dump → Provide relevant data (job description, achievements, etc.)
Key takeaway: If you’re using ChatGPT or Gemini for job applications, refining your prompts can lead to better, more tailored results.
1️⃣ Goal clarity → Be ultra-specific with your task request
Example: “I’m preparing for an interview for a [Job Title] role at [Company]. Generate possible interview questions based on the job description and provide structured responses.”
2️⃣ Return format → Define the exact structure you need
Example: “Respond using the STAR format (Situation, Task, Action, Result) for behavioural questions and a structured framework (problem, solution, outcome) for technical questions.”
3️⃣ Warnings → Tell AI what NOT to do
Example: “Keep answers concise and to the point. Avoid generic responses—make them specific to my background and the job description.”
4️⃣ Context dump → Provide relevant data (job description, achievements, etc.)
Example: “Here’s the job description and my key skills and past achievements. Tailor responses to align with what this company is looking for.”
Open to Work Tip: Ask AI to simulate a mock interview by providing questions individually and then giving feedback on your answers.
Try it out and refine your interview responses before the big day!
2️⃣ Your résumé is a sales page—make sure it sells you
By Nils Davis → Read the full post
A strong résumé doesn’t just list job duties—it sells your problem-solving ability. Hiring managers care about:
🔥 Customer churn
🔥 Declining revenue
🔥 Competitive pressures
🔥 Slow product development
🔥 Unhappy teams
Key takeaway: Instead of listing tasks, highlight how you’ve solved real business problems.
3️⃣ Addressing the “you’re overqualified” concern
By Jan Tegze → Read the full post
Hearing “you’re overqualified” in an interview? Here’s what hiring managers really worry about:
🚨 Flight risk—Will you leave when a better offer comes?
🚨 Salary concerns—Will you demand more money?
🚨 Management challenges—Will you be difficult to lead?
How to handle it:
✅ Frame your motivation → Explain why you want this role at this company
✅ Show adaptability → Emphasize willingness to learn and contribute
✅ Tackle salary upfront → Be transparent about expectations
✅ Prove collaboration skills → Highlight teamwork and mentorship experience
Key takeaway: Shift the focus from “overqualified” to “perfectly suited for the role.”
Bonus resource: BBC’s Career Toolkit
The BBC has put together one of the best free career resources, covering:
📌 How to write a winning résumé
📌 Strategies to ace interviews
📌 Networking tips for hidden job opportunities
📌 Find everything on the Open To Work Toolkit
The site will be temporarily down this weekend as we rebrand—let me know what features or resources would help improve your job search!
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Here’s to landing your next great job in 2025.
Warm regards,
Matthew Parker
Founder of Open To Work Community
Darren Bush
Founder of Open To Work Toolkit
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