CV Writing Prompts

  1. ATS-Optimised CV Rewrite (Target Role)

    Copy/paste prompt:

    You are a senior recruiter and ATS specialist. Rewrite my CV for the role below.
    
    ROLE:
    - Job title:
    - Job description:
    
    MY CURRENT CV:
    (paste here)
    
    CONSTRAINTS:
    - Keep it to 1 page (2 max if absolutely necessary).
    - Use strong, specific metrics and action verbs.
    - Optimise for ATS: include relevant keywords naturally.
    - Keep formatting simple (no tables, no icons).
    
    OUTPUT:
    1) A rewritten CV in clean sections.
    2) A bullet list of 15 high-impact keywords you added.
    3) A list of 10 questions you’d ask me to quantify achievements.
    
  2. Achievement Quantifier

    Act as a career coach. Turn the responsibilities below into quantified achievements.
    
    CONTEXT:
    - Industry:
    - Role:
    - Company size:
    
    RESPONSIBILITIES:
    (paste bullet points)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 12 achievement bullets using the format: Action + Scope + Method + Result + Metric.
    - For each bullet, propose 2 possible metrics I could use if I don’t know the exact number.
    
  3. Skills Gap Analysis (CV vs Job Spec)

    Compare my CV to the job description. Identify missing skills, keywords, and experience.
    
    JOB DESCRIPTION:
    (paste)
    
    MY CV:
    (paste)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - Table: Requirement | Evidence in CV | Gap | Suggested rewrite.
    - 8 keyword phrases to add (exact phrasing).
    - 5 project ideas I can build in 2–4 weeks to cover the biggest gaps.
    
  4. Professional Summary Generator (3 Variations)

    Write 3 professional summaries for my CV tailored to the target job.
    
    TARGET JOB:
    - Title:
    - Industry:
    - Seniority:
    
    MY EXPERIENCE:
    (paste CV or a quick summary)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 3 summaries (80–120 words):
    	1) Results-driven
    	2) Specialist/technical
    	3) Leadership/strategic
    - Each must include 2 measurable achievements.
    
  5. Project Spotlight Builder

    Turn this project into a compelling CV project section.
    
    PROJECT DETAILS:
    - Goal:
    - My role:
    - Tools/stack:
    - Challenges:
    - What I delivered:
    - Results:
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 1 project headline.
    - 5–7 bullet points with metrics.
    - 1 line describing impact in business terms.
    
  6. Linked Experience to Impact Rewrite

    Rewrite my work experience bullets to focus on outcomes and impact.
    
    CURRENT BULLETS:
    (paste)
    
    CONSTRAINTS:
    - Each bullet starts with a strong verb.
    - Include metrics where possible.
    - Avoid buzzwords.
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 10 improved bullets.
    - A short list of weak phrases to remove from my CV.
    
  7. CV Tone & Clarity Editor

    Edit my CV for clarity, concision, and professional tone.
    
    CV:
    (paste)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - A revised version.
    - A change log: section + what changed + why.
    - A list of 10 optional power verbs suitable for my industry.
    
  8. Role-Switching CV (Career Pivot)

    I’m pivoting careers. Reframe my experience for the new target role.
    
    NEW TARGET ROLE:
    
    MY BACKGROUND:
    (paste CV)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - A new professional summary.
    - 8 reframed bullets that translate my experience to the new role.
    - Suggested skills section: 12 transferable skills grouped by theme.
    
  9. CV Section Order Optimiser

    Recommend the best CV section order for my target role and seniority.
    
    DETAILS:
    - Target role:
    - Seniority level:
    - Strengths:
    - Weaknesses (e.g., gap, no degree, limited experience):
    
    OUTPUT:
    - Recommended section order with rationale.
    - What to de-emphasise and what to highlight.
    - 5 optional sections I could add (e.g., Portfolio, Certifications) and when.
    
  10. CV Customisation Checklist (Per Application)

    Create a quick checklist to customise my CV for each job application.
    
    TARGET ROLE:
    (paste title + company)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 12-step checklist.
    - A 5-minute version and a 20-minute version.
    - A list of red flags that indicate my CV doesn’t match the role.
    

Cover Letter Prompts

  1. Cover Letter (Story + Results)

    Write a cover letter that tells a concise story and proves impact.
    
    JOB DESCRIPTION:
    (paste)
    
    MY CV:
    (paste)
    
    CONSTRAINTS:
    - 250–350 words.
    - 3 short paragraphs.
    - Include 2 quantified achievements.
    - Match the company’s tone.
    
    OUTPUT:
    - Final cover letter.
    - 5 subject line options (if email).
    
  2. Company Values Alignment Letter

    Write a cover letter that explicitly connects my experience to the company values.
    
    COMPANY VALUES:
    (paste)
    
    ROLE:
    (paste JD)
    
    MY EXPERIENCE:
    (paste relevant bullets)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 300-word cover letter.
    - A values alignment table: Value | Evidence from my background.
    
  3. Cold Outreach Cover Email

    Draft a cold outreach email to a hiring manager about a role I’m interested in.
    
    DETAILS:
    - Company:
    - Role:
    - Why I’m interested:
    - My top 3 relevant achievements:
    
    OUTPUT:
    - Email (120–180 words).
    - 3 follow-up messages if no reply.
    
  4. Career Gap Explanation (Positive Framing)

    Write a short paragraph for my cover letter explaining a career gap.
    
    GAP CONTEXT:
    - Dates:
    - Reason:
    - What I did during the gap:
    - Skills gained:
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 3 versions: direct, warm, confident.
    
  5. Career Change Cover Letter

    Write a cover letter for a career change.
    
    TARGET ROLE:
    
    TRANSFERABLE EXPERIENCE:
    (paste)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 320-word letter.
    - 6 transferable skills highlighted with evidence.
    
  6. Research-Based Opening Paragraph

    Write an opening paragraph that references company news and connects it to my experience.
    
    COMPANY NEWS/LINKS:
    (paste)
    
    MY RELEVANT EXPERIENCE:
    (paste)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 5 opening paragraph options (35–55 words each).
    
  7. Hiring Manager Pain-Point Letter

    Write a cover letter focused on solving the hiring manager’s likely pain points.
    
    ROLE + JD:
    (paste)
    
    OUTPUT:
    - 3 likely pain points.
    - A 3-paragraph cover letter addressing them with proof.