Glossary
Hiring and resume glossary
The terms you meet when applying for jobs, explained in two or three sentences with examples.
What is an ATS (Applicant Tracking System)?
ATS stands for Applicant Tracking System: software that receives, organizes and filters job applications. How it works and what it means for your resume.
What is an ATS score for a resume?
An ATS score estimates how well an ATS can read and match a resume. What it measures, what it does not and how to use it.
What is resume parsing?
Resume parsing is the automatic extraction of information from a resume into structured fields. How it works and what breaks it.
What are resume keywords?
Resume keywords are the skills, tools and terms from a job posting that recruiters search for. How to choose and use them.
What is a chronological resume?
A chronological resume lists experience from most recent to oldest. When to choose it and why recruiters and ATS prefer it.
Functional resume: definition, pros, cons and ATS risk
Functional resume definition: a resume grouped by skills, with dates in a short section. When it helps, what recruiters dislike and how an ATS reads it.
What is a resume summary?
A resume summary is the short paragraph at the top of a resume. How to write it in 2-3 sentences, with examples.
Hard and soft skills: what they mean and how to list them
The difference between hard skills and soft skills, examples and how to show them on a resume through concrete results.
What is a KPI and how do you use it on a resume?
KPI stands for Key Performance Indicator. Examples by field and how to use them in resume bullet points.
What is onboarding?
Onboarding is the process of integrating a new employee. What it includes and how to prepare for the first days.
What is a notice period?
A notice period is the time between announcing your resignation and the end of your contract. How it works and how to mention it when hiring.
What is a headhunter?
A headhunter is a recruiter who actively seeks candidates for specialized roles. How they work and how to approach one.
What is a probation period?
A probation period is the initial interval of a contract in which the employer assesses the employee. What to know.
Upskilling and reskilling: what they mean
The difference between upskilling and reskilling, examples and how to show them on a resume through courses, certifications and projects.
What are OKRs?
OKR stands for Objectives and Key Results, a goal-setting method. How it works and how to mention it on a resume.
ATS vs CRM: what is the difference?
The difference between an ATS (recruiting) and a CRM (customer relationships), how each is used and what it means for candidates.
What is employer branding?
Employer branding is a company's image as an employer. How it forms and how it helps your research as a prospective employee.
What is an employee referral?
An employee referral is when a company employee recommends a candidate. How it works and how to use it properly.
What is a structured interview?
A structured interview uses the same questions for every candidate with clear evaluation criteria. How to prepare.
What is a cover letter?
A cover letter is the document that accompanies your resume and explains why you apply. What it contains and how to write it.
What is a job description?
A job description lays out the duties, requirements and relationships of a role. How to read it and use it for your resume and interview.
What is an assessment center?
An assessment center is a selection stage with several exercises: case studies, role plays, tests. How to prepare.
What is hybrid work?
Hybrid work combines office days with remote days. What it involves, what to ask in the interview and how to mention it on a resume.
What is skills-based hiring?
Skills-based hiring evaluates candidates on what they can do in practice. How to build your resume for it.
What does a job offer contain?
A job offer covers salary, benefits, start date and conditions. What to check before you accept.
How to ask for feedback after an interview
How to ask for feedback after a rejected interview, how to phrase the message and how to use the answer for later applications.