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Resume Prompts

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Improve a weak bullet

Rewrite this resume bullet using the STAR method and add specific metrics where possible. Make it start with a strong action verb and keep it under 25 words:

[Paste your weak bullet here]

Write a professional summary

Write a 3-sentence professional summary for a [Job Title] with [X years] of experience in [Industry]. Highlight expertise in [Skill 1], [Skill 2], and [Key Achievement]. Optimise for ATS with these keywords: [Keywords from job description].

Tailor resume to a job post

Here is my current resume summary and skills section:
[Paste yours]

Here is the job description:
[Paste JD]

Rewrite my summary and skills to naturally include the most important keywords from the JD without keyword stuffing. Flag any gaps between my profile and the role.

Quantify vague achievements

I have this bullet on my resume: "[Paste bullet]". I don't have exact numbers. Help me estimate realistic metrics I could use based on typical benchmarks for a [Job Title] at a [Company Size, e.g. 50-person startup]. Show me 3 variations.

Create skills section

Based on this job description: [Paste JD], and my background in [Brief background], create a concise skills section grouped by category (Technical, Tools, Soft Skills). Only include skills that are genuinely relevant to the role.
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Cover Letter Prompts

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Write an opening hook

Write 3 different opening paragraphs for a cover letter for a [Job Title] role at [Company Name]. Each version should use a different hook: (1) a bold claim, (2) a relevant story, (3) a company-specific insight. Keep each to 2–3 sentences.

Full cover letter draft

Write a 250-word cover letter for a [Job Title] position at [Company Name]. My top 3 relevant achievements are:
1. [Achievement 1]
2. [Achievement 2]
3. [Achievement 3]

The company's mission is [Mission]. The role requires [Key Requirements from JD]. Use a warm, professional tone.

Address an employment gap

I have a [X month/year] gap in my employment from [Date] to [Date]. I spent that time [Brief explanation, e.g. freelancing, caring for family, upskilling]. Write a confident, positive 2-sentence explanation I can include in my cover letter that frames this as a strength.

Career change cover letter

I'm transitioning from [Current Field] to [Target Field]. My transferable skills include [Skill 1, Skill 2, Skill 3]. Write the opening 2 paragraphs of a cover letter that addresses this career change proactively and shows why my background is an asset — not a liability.
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SOP & Essay Prompts

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SOP opening paragraph

Write an opening paragraph for a Statement of Purpose for a [Programme Name] at [University]. I want to convey my passion for [Field] sparked by [Specific Experience or Moment]. Avoid clichés like "since childhood" and make it specific and memorable. Keep it to 80 words.

Explain research interest

I want to pursue research in [Research Area]. My undergraduate thesis focused on [Topic]. Write a concise, academic paragraph (100 words) explaining my research interest, connecting it to the faculty strengths at [University] — specifically Professor [Name]'s work on [Topic].

Scholarship essay prompt

Write a 200-word scholarship essay response to this prompt: "[Paste prompt]". The scholarship is for [Field/Cause]. My relevant background includes [Key experiences]. Emphasise [Value or Quality the scholarship prioritises]. Sound authentic, not generic.

Why this university

Write a compelling "Why [University Name]?" paragraph for my SOP. I am applying to [Programme]. Specific reasons I chose this university include: (1) [Reason 1], (2) [Reason 2], (3) [Reason 3]. Make it feel researched and specific — not template-y. 100 words max.
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Interview Prep Prompts

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Craft your "Tell me about yourself"

Help me craft a 90-second "Tell me about yourself" answer for a [Job Title] interview. I have [X years] of experience in [Industry]. My most relevant achievements for this role are [Achievement 1] and [Achievement 2]. I'm interested in this company because [Reason]. Structure it as: Present → Past → Future.

Prepare for behavioural questions

Give me 8 likely behavioural interview questions for a [Job Title] role, along with a strong STAR-format answer outline for each. Base the questions on this job description:
[Paste JD]

Answer "Why do you want this role?"

Write a confident, specific 3-paragraph answer to "Why do you want to work at [Company] as a [Job Title]?" My genuine reasons include: [Reason 1], [Reason 2]. The company recently [Recent news or product]. Avoid sounding desperate or generic.

Questions to ask the interviewer

Generate 6 thoughtful questions I can ask at the end of a [Job Title] interview at [Company Name]. The role involves [Brief role description]. Mix questions about: team culture, growth, what success looks like in the first 90 days, and current challenges. Avoid generic questions.

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