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Tailoring Your Resume: Why a Generic CV Isn't Enough

90% of applicants send the same resume to every company. Learn how to optimize your CV for each position and triple your chances.

HIRIO-AI Team
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February 24, 2026
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A standard resume for all applications is a mistake. Tailor your CV for each position: use keywords from the job posting, prioritize relevant experience, and adapt your profile. HIRIO-AI automatically creates customized CV variants for each application.

You send your resume to 50 companies – and get no invitations. The problem often isn't your CV itself, but that it's not tailored to the specific position. This guide teaches you how to optimize your resume for each application.

Why the "One-Size-Fits-All" Approach Fails

Two reasons why a standard CV rarely succeeds:

1. ATS Systems Filter You Out

Over 90% of large companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). This software scans your resume for keywords from the job posting. Missing these terms means landing in the digital trash – before a human ever sees your CV.

How HIRIO-AI Automates the Process

Manually spending 15-20 minutes per application adds up. HIRIO-AI does it in seconds:

  • Automatic keyword extraction: Analyzes the job posting and identifies relevant terms
  • Match score: Shows you how well your CV fits the position
  • Intelligent adaptation: Creates an optimized CV variant with the right keywords

FAQ: Common Questions About CV Customization

Is it cheating to add keywords that don't 100% fit?

No – as long as you're honest. If you have "project management experience," you can use the word "project management" even if the posting says "project leadership." You just can't invent things. HIRIO-AI ensures only keywords matching your real profile are used.

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