Step by step
Analyse the job ad and work out the key requirements and matching strengths of your own.
Analyzing the job posting and matching it against your profile is the basis. That way you know which requirements to address specifically.
Example promptAnalyse this job ad and list the 8 most important requirements. Match them against my profile: [your experience/skills]. Where do I fit well, where should I sharpen up? Job ad: "[paste text]"
Write a compelling, individual cover letter.
An individual cover letter works stronger than a standard text. Bring in your real experience and avoid generic phrases.
Example promptWrite a compelling cover letter for the position [position] at [company]. Use my strengths [strengths] and refer to the requirements [requirements]. Tone: professional but personal. One page maximum.
Design the CV in a clear, modern template.
A clear, well-structured CV makes it easy for recruiters. Put the relevant up front and keep the layout clear.
Example promptCreate a modern, clear CV for [field]: clear structure, subtle accent colour, readable, one page. Sections: profile, experience, education, skills.
Practise common interview questions and refine your answers.
Practicing typical interview questions takes away nervousness. Go through tricky questions about the role too and get feedback on your answers.
Example promptSimulate a job interview for the position [position]. Ask me 8 typical and 2 tricky questions one after another, give brief feedback after my answers and suggestions for improvement.
Tips & common mistakes
- Most common mistake: a generic standard cover letter. Individualize it to fit the job.
- Bring in your real experience – that sets you apart from interchangeable applications.
- Pick up the posting's most important requirements specifically. Fit beats length.
- Practice typical and tricky interview questions to ease nervousness.
Frequently asked questions
Will a recruiter notice AI was involved?
If you individualise the text and bring in your real experience, it won't show. Avoid generic stock phrases – those look weak regardless of AI.
How do I tailor the application to the job?
Have the key requirements of the posting extracted and address exactly those in cover letter and CV. Fit beats length.
Can I also prepare for the interview?
Yes. You can run through typical and tricky questions about the role and get feedback on your answers.
Will a recruiter notice AI was involved?
If you individualize the text and bring in your real experience, it won't show. Avoid generic phrases – they look weak, with or without AI.
How do I tailor the application to the job?
Have the posting's most important requirements worked out and pick up exactly those in your cover letter and CV. Fit beats length.
Can I also prepare for the interview?
Yes. You can go through typical and tricky questions about the role and get feedback on your answers.