Career Warrior Podcast #390) Why Your Resume Isn’t Getting Interviews Anymore | Top Mistakes in 2026
Jan 20, 2026
In a world flooded with AI-generated resumes, standing out has never been harder. Learn why overreliance on AI can dilute personal achievements and make your application generic. Discover the importance of brevity; your resume should be two pages at most! Replace vague responsibilities with specific accomplishments to grab attention. Plus, don’t limit your job search to online applications—networking and personal connections can make all the difference. Recalibrate your approach and reclaim your interview opportunities!
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Don't Let AI Write Your Whole Resume
- Avoid overreliance on AI when crafting your resume; use tools only as a starting point.
- Do deep reflection and inject your own accomplishments and voice into the document.
Similarity Kills Resume Credibility
- Resumes that mimic everyone else get discarded because they lack distinguishing evidence.
- Unique accomplishments and numbers cut through the noise and grab attention.
Marketing Claimed Most Resume Should Be AI
- Chris recounts a marketing email claiming 80% of a resume should be AI-generated.
- He counters that the opposite is true and stresses adding humanity and personal achievements.