If you’re like most people, the thought of applying for a job and not getting an interview can be demoralizing. You’ve spent so much time and energy on your resume and cover letter, only to have them sit in a pile on someone’s desk, never to see the light of day again. 

There are two truths as to why some people don’t get interviews. One is, employers don’t want to waste their time interviewing candidates who won’t impress them with their skills or experience. If this doesn’t apply to you, then truth number two is you’re doing something wrong in the process of job hunting. We’ve listed some common reasons for not getting an interview below.

Your resume isn’t getting seen because you’re applying to too many jobs

If you’re sending out five or more applications for a single position, it can be hard for the recruiter to see which one is the best fit for their company and culture. They may think that all of your emails are similar and that you are simply spamming them with different offers. This could turn off potential employers from even considering you as a candidate because they feel like there isn’t enough time to go through all of these applications before making their final decision on who gets an interview call or email request.

You don’t want this! If this applies to anyone reading this article then please stop sending out so many resumes. It’s not good for anyone involved in hiring processes including yourself and others who might end up having trouble getting interviews due to lack of experience or ability.

Your cover letter is generic and doesn’t stand out

The first thing that you should do is to focus on the company, not yourself. You want to make sure that your cover letter stands out from all of the other candidates and gives them an easy way to determine who you are and what your skills are exactly.

Use the job description as a template for your cover letter. Make sure to mention your experiences relevant to what they’re looking for, not just telling them how great you are or worse, making up a story about why they should hire you. If there’s anything specific missing from their job description (like salary requirements), then add those details into yours as well so they take this into account before calling for an interview. Do research on the standard salary for the role you’re applying for. If you ask for too high, you really won’t hear from them.

Your LinkedIn profile needs work

You can’t expect to get job interviews if your LinkedIn profile is not up to date or has incorrect information. Make sure you have a professional photo on your profile. A photo of yourself is important because it helps potential employers see how you look in person and makes them more likely to contact you if they decide they want an interview with the candidate who matches their desired characteristics (such as age and location). If there are no photos accessible, then consider adding one or two recent headshots that show off your best features before applying for jobs.

Update any outdated information immediately after receiving feedback from people who have seen it before.

The experience listed on your resume doesn’t align with the job description

Think back to the last job interview you had. What did your resume look like? Did it match the job description? If not, why not?

Most companies have a vague outline for what they’re looking for in their employees—like a “software developer” or “business analyst.” That’s part of the reason why most hiring managers won’t even read your resume unless they’re really interested in you and want to know more about who you are as an employee. They don’t have time to sort through resumes that aren’t aligned with what they’re looking for!

So how do you make sure your resume aligns with your desired positions at companies? By knowing exactly what jobs are available (and which ones aren’t) and using that knowledge when writing your resumes and cover letters. 

You have gaps in employment or don’t have enough experience for the role

If you have gaps in your employment, then it’s important to mention these. Gaps in employment can be due to a number of reasons, such as:

• Leaving an employer for another position at a different company or industry;

• Taking time off work due to personal issues (e.g., illness); or even if you just needed a break.

It’s also possible that there are gaps in the amount of experience required for this role because the job is new and requires more training than previous positions have required. This is why it’s so important that applicants show how they’ve gained relevant experience over time by listing any relevant education and skills they’ve gained during their career journeys.

Make sure you’re memorable

Even if you weren’t successful in getting the job after your interview, there are things you can do to let recruiters or employers remember you. Things like following up after interviews to let them know how interested you are, sending thank-you notes for taking the time to interview you and to reach out if any new roles open up— doing these things consistently over time can land you one of those coveted positions!

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