In today’s competitive job market, it’s safe to say your resume is being scanned, not read, by hiring managers and recruiters.

With hundreds of applications being received per open role, employers spend an average of just 11.2 seconds on each resume, according to a study done by AI-powered interview platform InterviewPal. While this number varies from company to company, the reality is that in today’s artificial intelligence world, the decision to move a candidate forward is sometimes shaped by AI tools that filter applications before a human even sees it. Therefore, one small mistake or missed opportunity can easily cost a candidate the chance to advance.

Forbes spoke to a few recruiters and workplace experts about what they actually look for in those first few seconds of scanning your resume — and how you can increase your chances of moving to the next round.

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