ChatGPT for Resume Updates
TL;DR - I am very disappointed in what ChatGPT 4.0 came up with for me after I uploaded a PDF of my resume and shared a job description. It was all common sense stuff I already knew. The most practical results came from asking for specific bullet points, but even then it was only a slight rewording. I will need to do a lot of self-reflection or play with prompt wording to get more of what I really need.
I followed advice here from Jobscan.co. It seems to be one of the better set of instructions I have seen for using ChatGPT to write your resume. I got particularly excited about the advice on how to add a new accomplishment based on both what you have recently done and the job description.
I got slightly more helpful and practical advice when I asked for bullet points, but only marginally helpful. Better than doing it alone but not yet worth the $20 per month I paid to upgrade.
Here is what I got:
“Hello ChatGPT, I recently came across a job opportunity that aligns perfectly with my career goals, and I would like to update my resume. Here is my current resume
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Great! Please go ahead and upload your current resume. I'll help you update it to better align with the job opportunity you've found.
You
Wendy-Lynn McClean - Lead - 2.14.23.pdf
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I've reviewed your resume, Wendy-Lynn McClean. You have a strong background in product management with significant experience at leading companies like Google, Amazon, and Yelp. Your expertise spans areas like organizational leadership, product strategy, consumer marketplaces, and more. You've held various roles, such as Senior Product Management Lead at Google, where you enhanced user and advertiser experiences, and Group Product Manager at Yelp, focusing on product development for both consumers and businesses.
Your resume also details your accomplishments in these roles, like coaching product managers, implementing product measurement practices, and driving strategic initiatives. Additionally, you've held advisory and educational roles, providing coaching and mentorship to product management professionals.
To align your resume with your career goals and the job opportunity you're interested in, I recommend emphasizing skills and experiences most relevant to the new role. If the job focuses on a specific area of product management, like strategy or user experience, highlight your achievements in those areas. Tailoring your resume to show how your background and skills directly relate to the job requirements can make your application more compelling.
You
Here is the description of the job I’m applying for https://www.google.com/about/careers/applications/jobs/results/101430567947379398-lead-group-product-manager-google-home?q=%22Group%20Product%20Manager%22
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I'm unable to access external websites, including the job description link you provided. However, I can still assist you in tailoring your resume for the position.
Could you please provide a brief summary or key points from the job description for the Lead Group Product Manager role at Google Home? This will help me understand the specific requirements and focus areas of the position, allowing us to effectively update your resume to match the job's criteria.
You
Lead Group Product Manager, Google Home Minimum qualifications: Bachelor's degree or equivalent practical experience. 10 years of experience in product management, consulting, co-founder or related technical role. 5 years of experience building and shipping technical products. 5 years of experience in people management, with technical leadership. Preferred qualifications: Master's degree in a technology or business related field. 7 years of experience working cross-functionally with engineering, UX/UI, sales finance, and other stakeholders. 7 years of experience in a business function or role (e.g., strategic marketing, business operations, consulting). 5 years of experience in a role preparing and delivering technical presentations to senior leadership. 5 years of experience in software development or engineering. About the job At Google, we put our users first. The world is always changing, so we need Product Managers who are continuously adapting and excited to work on products that affect millions of people every day. In this role, you will work cross-functionally to guide products from conception to launch by connecting the technical and business worlds. You can break down complex problems into steps that drive product development. One of the many reasons Google consistently brings innovative, world-changing products to market is because of the collaborative work we do in Product Management. Our team works closely with creative engineers, designers, marketers, etc. to help design and develop technologies that improve access to the world's information. We're responsible for guiding products throughout the execution cycle, focusing specifically on analyzing, positioning, packaging, promoting, and tailoring our solutions to our users. Google's mission is to organize the world's information and make it universally accessible and useful. Our Devices & Services team combines the best of Google AI, Software, and Hardware to create radically helpful experiences for users. We research, design, and develop new technologies and hardware to make our user's interaction with computing faster, seamless, and more powerful. Whether finding new ways to capture and sense the world around us, advancing form factors, or improving interaction methods, the Devices & Services team is making people's lives better through technology. The US base salary range for this full-time position is $208,000-$306,000 + bonus + equity + benefits. Our salary ranges are determined by role, level, and location. The range displayed on each job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training. Your recruiter can share more about the specific salary range for your preferred location during the hiring process. Please note that the compensation details listed in US role postings reflect the base salary only, and do not include bonus, equity, or benefits. Learn more about benefits at Google. Responsibilities Own PRDs by overseeing collaboration with partner teams (e.g., engineers, PgMs, UX) during product design. Own and oversee definition of product roadmaps. Own development and secure buy-in for a product vision that identifies, defines, and supports the overall product narrative and direction, achieving an outcome that is greater than the sum of its parts. Oversee validation of market size and opportunity (e.g., user-based, strategic opportunity, revenue). Lead the team through defining, identifying, collecting, and tracking appropriate product or business metrics, both quantitative and qualitative for new or existing products or business ventures.
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Based on the job description for the Lead Group Product Manager role at Google Home, your resume should highlight the following areas:
Product Management Experience: Emphasize your 10+ years of experience in product management, particularly your experience with technical products.
Technical Leadership and People Management: Highlight your leadership skills, especially in managing technical teams and people management, as the role requires 5 years of experience in this area.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Showcase your experience working with diverse teams, including engineering, UX/UI, sales, finance, and other stakeholders.
Strategic Role Experience: Your experience in strategic marketing, business operations, and consulting will be relevant, as the role prefers candidates with 7 years in a business function or role.
Technical Presentations and Software Development: If you have experience preparing and delivering technical presentations to senior leadership, and any background in software development or engineering, make sure to include these.
Vision and Strategy Development: The role involves owning product roadmaps, developing product visions, and overseeing market validation. Highlight any similar responsibilities you've held.
Metrics and Analytics: Experience in defining, identifying, and tracking product or business metrics is important, so include any relevant accomplishments in this area.
Make sure your resume clearly reflects these competencies and experiences. Tailoring it to match these specific requirements will increase your chances of aligning with what Google is looking for in this role.
You
In terms of updates, I have spent the last 2 years coaching more than 2000 product managers, teaching them the skills they need to be successful, including: executive communication, writing product requirements, setting goals and developing metrics.
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This recent experience of coaching over 2000 product managers is a significant addition to your resume, especially for the Lead Group Product Manager role at Google Home. Here's how you can incorporate it:
Professional Summary: Update your summary to reflect your recent experience in coaching and mentoring a large number of product managers.
Key Achievements: Add a bullet point under your most recent position or create a new section if this was done independently. Mention the scale of your impact (over 2000 product managers) and the areas you focused on (executive communication, writing product requirements, setting goals, and developing metrics).
Skills Section: If not already included, add skills like "Executive Communication", "Goal Setting", and "Metrics Development" to align with the job requirements.
Relevance to the Job Description: Link these skills to the responsibilities of the Google Home role, such as leading cross-functional teams, developing product roadmaps, and strategic planning.
This update will not only showcase your leadership and mentoring skills but also your ability to handle large-scale, impactful projects, aligning well with the leadership and technical expertise required for the role at Google.
You
Please help me Help me write the work experience section for my resume. Create a bullet point for each accomplishment. Here are the job details: Job Title: Product Consultant and Coach Company: intrico.io Duration: January 2022 – Present Key Responsibilities: Coach product managers and product leaders in the fundamentals of product management. Create content to teach the core concepts of of product management: written and oral communication, user research, goal setting, metrics creation, cross-functional leadership and strategic roadmap planning. I have run over 3000 coaching sessions and launched 2 newsletters with 70% read rates reaching more than 500 people weekly.
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Here's how you can structure the work experience section for your role as a Product Consultant and Coach at Intrico.io:
Product Consultant and Coach Intrico.io, January 2022 – Present
Conducted over 3000 coaching sessions for product managers and leaders, focusing on enhancing core competencies in product management.
Developed and delivered comprehensive training materials on key product management principles including written/oral communication, user research, goal setting, and metrics creation.
Successfully launched 2 high-engagement newsletters, achieving a 70% read rate, and reaching an audience of over 500 individuals weekly.
Specialized in guiding product leaders in cross-functional team leadership and strategic roadmap planning, resulting in enhanced team collaboration and goal alignment.
Implemented innovative content strategies to effectively communicate complex concepts, leading to improved understanding and application of product management methodologies.
Fostered a community of learning and professional growth, contributing significantly to the development of skilled product management professionals.
