Notes from the job search.
Resumes, postings, and the moment before you apply — plus the occasional note on building Apply To It in the open.
Aug 22, 2026· 5 min read
Apply To It Update: Sharper Comparisons, a Side Panel, and a Redesigned Job View
What changed in Apply To It since June: resume comparisons run on newer models and handle unreadable resumes honestly, the extension opens in a side panel beside your search, and the job view was rebuilt around whether a posting is worth your time.
Read the post →Job Search · Jun 15, 2026
Why Apply To It Matches Keywords Literally
Exact terminology can still matter in hiring searches. Here is why Apply To It separates literal keyword coverage from your actual qualifications.
6 min read →
Product notes · Jun 14, 2026
A Job Match Score That Shows Its Work: Why We Rebuilt the Comparison View
We rebuilt the Apply To It comparison view so your Job Match Score shows its work — an evidence-based breakdown that gives job seekers a more realistic read on whether a role is worth applying to.
5 min read →Product notes · Jun 5, 2026
Apply To It Alpha Update: Better Job Capture and Clearer Job Match Scores
See what changed in the latest Apply To It alpha update, including more reliable job posting capture, clearer Job Match Scores, and faster access to full resume comparison reports.
4 min read →Job Search · May 28, 2026
Why You're Not Hearing Back From Job Applications
If you are not hearing back from job applications, your application history can reveal patterns in resume fit, role targeting, timing, and where to focus next.
6 min read →Resumes · May 14, 2026
How to Improve Your Resume Before Applying for a Job
Use this practical checklist to tailor your resume to a specific job description, improve keyword alignment, highlight relevant experience, and apply with more confidence.
6 min read →Reading is free. So is comparing.
Find a job you like, compare your resume to it, and apply when it matches.