Overview:
Artificial Intelligence is increasingly used in job searches, especially for resume creation and optimization. Executive career coach Soozy G. Miller shares insights on the risks of relying too heavily on AI, why generic resumes fail, and why the human element remains essential for standing out in a competitive job market.
By Soozy G. Miller
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is the new craze. People are experimenting with various platforms and applications, especially in their job search. But when it comes to resumes, how much can you really trust AI to represent you?
There are typically two ways job seekers (at any level) are using AI on their resumes:
- To create a resume from scratch.
- To adjust their resume for a specific job posting.
When you do this, you have a 50% chance of your resume being sharp and tailored — and a 50% chance of it being vague, bland, and even laughable.
I tested ChatGPT myself. I asked it to write an executive resume for me. What came out was the blandest, most vague, unappealing content imaginable. And yet, as a recruiter and career advisor, I’ve seen executives submit resumes with the same generic, uninspired tone.
The Biggest Mistake Executives Make
The number one mistake executives make is relying on AI to produce one generic resume for every position. While this may seem like the easiest route, it actually prolongs the job search.
I’ve had executives come to me after sending 150 AI-generated resumes in just a few days and hearing nothing back. This does not surprise me.
Phrases like “Increase revenue,” “Oversee teams,” or “Exceptional leader” show up frequently in resumes — but they’re too vague to prove real impact. Every executive wants to believe they’re inspiring, but unless your resume shows measurable accomplishments, it blends into the pile.
In fact, most executive resumes look exactly like the lackluster material that AI spits out.
The Problem with Keyword-Only AI
Programs like Jobscan and Resume Worded can also mislead.
AI-driven systems are designed to prioritize hard and technical skills, but they can’t capture the soft skills and leadership traits that executive hiring teams actually value. For example:
- How do you solve complex problems?
- How do you influence key decisions?
- How do you manage compliance and rules?
- How do you lead and inspire teams?
These qualities matter far more than dropping in keywords like “communication” just because an AI program suggests it.
In fact, Resume Worded once assessed that I specialized in corporate communication and marketing — which was incorrect. This proves that without the human element, your story can easily be distorted.
Why the Human Element Still Wins
Yes, I know a few people who landed interviews relying solely on AI. But they are the exception, not the rule.
Machines can’t capture what makes you unique, nor can they tell the story of your accomplishments with the depth and impact that a human writer can. That’s why the human element will always matter.
If you truly are part of the 1% of leaders who are both exceptional and inspiring, why let a machine speak for you?
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About Soozy G. Miller
Soozy is an executive career coach with 30 years of experience in professional business writing. As a certified behavior analyst and Master Resume Writer, she brings deep expertise in leadership behavior, hiring software, and the full hiring lifecycle.
She is a co-author of Business Leadership and Culture: Inspiring Motivation in Your Company and has helped hundreds of executives globally secure their dream jobs.
Recognized as a Top 10 Communications Coach by Yahoo Finance, Her bestselling book, Control Your Career: 5 Steps to Stand Out and Get the Job You Want.
Contact Soozy
Want to learn more or connect directly with Soozy? You can reach her here:
- 🌐 Website: controlyourcareer.net
- 📱 Instagram: @soozymiller
- 💼 LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/soozymiller
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