So, you've tailored your CV, hit "apply," and are left wondering if your application will even make it past the initial screening. One of the biggest factors in modern recruitment is your CV's relevancy score—a metric that determines how closely your profile matches the job description. While a 60% match might get you noticed, a 90% match makes you a top contender. But how do you bridge that gap?

This is where Flashy comes in. Our AI-powered tool doesn't just give you a score; it provides actionable feedback to help you improve it. In this guide, we'll walk you through using Flashy to boost your CV's relevancy from good to great.

Understanding the Relevancy Score

Before you can improve your score, it's important to understand what it represents. The relevancy score is a percentage calculated by our AI that reflects how well your CV meets the criteria outlined in the job description. It analyzes everything from skills and experience to keywords and qualifications. A higher score means a better alignment with what the recruiter is looking for.

For a deeper dive into how automated systems work, check out our post on how ATS systems work.

Step 1: Your First Analysis

Start by pasting the job description and your CV into Flashy and running an analysis. You'll get an initial score, which is your baseline. Don't be discouraged if it's lower than you expected. This is the starting point for optimization.

Step 2: Dive into the Feedback

Flashy provides a detailed breakdown of which criteria you've met, partially met, or missed entirely. This is where the magic happens.

• "Does Not Meet": These are your highest priorities. Our AI will highlight the exact skills or qualifications you're missing. Can you rephrase a bullet point to include a missing keyword? Did you forget to mention a relevant project?
• "Partially Meets": This often means you've touched on a topic but haven't provided enough detail. For example, if the JD requires "5 years of experience in project management" and you've only listed "Project Management" as a skill, you'll likely get a partial match. Go back and quantify your experience.

The goal is to turn as many of these partial and unmet criteria into full matches as possible. For more on this, our guide to tailoring your CV for each job is a great resource.

Step 3: Implement and Re-Analyze

After you've revised your CV based on the feedback, run the analysis again. You should see a noticeable jump in your score. Repeat this process a few times until you're consistently hitting the 85-95% range. This iterative process of refining your CV is the key to creating a truly compelling application.

Why a High Score Matters

A high relevancy score does more than just get you past the ATS. It signals to the recruiter that you've done your homework and are a serious candidate. It shows that you understand the role and have the specific qualifications they're looking for.

Ready to see how your CV stacks up? Try Flashy today and turn your 60% into a 90%.