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You've spent hours crafting your resume, tailoring it to the job description, and proofreading it for errors. But how do you know if your resume has been opened or read by the hiring manager or recruiter? And how long should you wait before following up on your resume? In this article, we'll show you some methods and tools to track your resume and get insights into its performance.
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1 Why track your resume?
Tracking your resume can help you gauge the interest and response of your potential employers. It can also help you optimize your resume for different roles and industries, and avoid sending duplicate or outdated versions. Tracking your resume can also give you clues on when and how to follow up on your resume, and increase your chances of landing an interview.
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2 How to track your resume?
Depending on how you send your resume and the information you wish to collect, there are various methods and tools to track it. For instance, if you send your resume as an email attachment, you can use email tracking software or plugins to observe when your email and attachment have been opened and by whom. Examples of such tracking tools are Mailtrack, HubSpot, and Bananatag. However, some email clients or recipients may block or disable tracking pixels or images. If you send a link to an online document or portfolio, link tracking software or services can be used to monitor clicks on the link and where they come from. Examples of link tracking tools are Bitly, Google Analytics, and ClickMeter. On the other hand, if you want to track your resume as a standalone document, document tracking software or platforms can be used to see who views it, when, how often, and for how long. Examples of document tracking tools are DocSend, Docsketch, and GetNotify. Nevertheless, document tracking may necessitate uploading your document to a third-party server or embedding a tracking code in it which could raise privacy or security concerns.
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3 How to use tracking data?
Tracking your resume can provide you with valuable data, but you must use it responsibly. Don't harass your recipients with follow-up emails or calls, as this is unprofessional. Additionally, tracking data can be inaccurate or incomplete, so don't rely solely on it to make decisions or set expectations. Furthermore, don't compromise the quality or integrity of your resume by using misleading keywords or sacrificing its readability. Remember, the main purpose of your resume is to showcase your skills, achievements, and fit for the job, not to generate tracking data.
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4 Here’s what else to consider
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