How to Beat the ATS in 2025: A Practical Guide
Learn the strategies recruiters and AI scanners actually look for, with examples and templates.
A concise, ATS‑friendly resume with measurable outcomes you can adapt.
Copy and adapt these proven examples to create a resume that stands out.
Use these attention-grabbing headlines to make a strong first impression.
💡 Tip: Choose a headline that reflects your unique value proposition and matches the job requirements.
Adapt these achievement-focused bullets to showcase your impact.
💡 Tip: Replace generic terms with specific metrics, technologies, and outcomes from your experience.
SDRs are measured on pipeline. Highlight: SQLs generated (180+), quota attainment (125%), pipeline sourced ($2.4M), consecutive quarters above target (5). Show you deliver—numbers speak louder than words.
Include volume: calls made (100+ daily), emails sent (500+ weekly), meetings booked (90+), prospects managed (300+). SDRs hustle—prove work ethic through activity.
Show quality: meeting-to-SQL rate (15% vs. 11% avg), show rate (85%), connect rate (8%). You generate quality leads—not just activity.
List tools: Salesforce, Outreach, LinkedIn Sales Navigator, ZoomInfo. Include: CRM hygiene (98%), processes followed (BANT), templates created. Show operational excellence.
Include learning: coaching sessions attended, methodologies learned (BANT, MEDDIC), mentorship from AEs. SDR-to-AE promotion requires showing you can grow.
Include these skills to optimize your resume for ATS systems and recruiter searches.
💡 Tip: Naturally integrate 8-12 of these keywords throughout your resume, especially in your summary and experience sections.
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