Recommended Workflow for Best Results
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- 1) Build a strong base CV once
- 2) Apply only to roles you actually fit
- 3) Generate a Balanced version first
- 4) Use skill suggestions as a mirror (not a mask)
- 5) Run a 90-second review pass
- 6) (Optional) Generate a Hyper version for punch
- 7) Download and name the PDF consistently
- 8) Track what works
- Recommended “daily routine” (example)
- FAQ
The best results with HyperApply come from a simple, repeatable workflow. This guide shows a practical process you can use every day during an active job search.
1) Build a strong base CV once
Your base CV should include:
- your core experience and tools
- impact metrics where possible
- projects that show proof of your skills
2) Apply only to roles you actually fit
Don’t waste CV generations on roles that are clearly misaligned. Quick screening:
- do you meet ~60–70% of requirements?
- do you have at least one relevant recent project?
- can you truthfully match the role’s core responsibilities?
3) Generate a Balanced version first
Balanced is the best default:
- clear
- credible
- less “salesy”
See: /docs/how-to-choose-a-writing-mode
4) Use skill suggestions as a mirror (not a mask)
Skill suggestions tell you what the role emphasizes.
Use them to:
- reorder your skills
- emphasize relevant bullets and projects
- align wording with the job’s language
Don’t use them to claim skills you don’t have.
5) Run a 90-second review pass
Check:
- Truthfulness: remove anything you can’t defend
- Specificity: add 1–2 concrete details if it’s too generic
- Relevance: ensure top bullets match the job
- Length: avoid bloat
6) (Optional) Generate a Hyper version for punch
Hyper mode can improve hooks and energy, but always review carefully.
7) Download and name the PDF consistently
See: /docs/how-to-download-your-pdf
8) Track what works
As you apply, keep notes:
- which versions got replies
- which companies responded faster
- which phrasing patterns helped
Use those insights to improve your base CV and your default mode/template.
Recommended “daily routine” (example)
- Pick 5–10 roles worth applying to
- For each:
- generate Balanced
- review & adjust
- download PDF
- apply
- End of day:
- update your base CV with any repeated improvements you noticed
FAQ
Is it better to apply fast or tailor more?
Tailoring matters, but it must be sustainable. HyperApply is designed to make “tailor properly” fast enough to do consistently.
Should I generate multiple versions for every job?
Not always. Balanced is enough for many roles. Use Hyper when you want a punchier variant.