Here's how I read each axis:

  • Keyword match. How many of the JD's required terms show up in your resume in real context, not stuffed.
  • Format. Whether the layout parses cleanly: single column, standard sections, no tables or images blocking text.
  • Density. Whether your bullets carry enough specifics (numbers, scope, outcomes) or are too thin.
  • Verb strength. Whether your bullets lead with active, role-fit verbs instead of "responsible for."

Each gets a qualitative grade: strong, needs work, or weak. No numeric score. The grades tell you where to fix, not how good you are.

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