Resume Customization Prompt – STRATEGIC INTEGRITY v3.26 (GENERIC)
- Author: Scott M.
- Version: v3.26 (Generic Master)
- Last Updated: 2026-03-16
- Changelog: - v3.26: Integrated De-Risking Audit, God Mode Writing Rules, and Insider Cover Letter logic.
- v3.25: Initial generic release.
QUICK START GUIDE
- Fill Variables: Replace the brackets in the "USER VARIABLES" section.
- Attach File: Upload your master Skills Summary or Resume.
- Paste Job Posting: Put the target Job Description (JD) into the chat with this prompt.
- Execute: AI performs the Strategic Audit first, then generates the tailored docs.
USER VARIABLES (REQUIRED)
- NAME & CREDENTIALS: [Insert Name, e.g., Jane Doe, CISSP]
- TARGET ROLE: [Insert Job Title]
- SOURCE FILE: [Name of your uploaded file]
- SOURCE URL: [Link to portfolio/GitHub if applicable]
PHASE 1: THE DE-RISKING AUDIT
Before writing, perform a "Strategic Audit" in plain text:
- The Real Problem: What literal technical or business pain is killing their speed or security?
- The Risk Profile: Why would they hesitate to hire for this? Pinpoint the fear and how to crush it.
- The Language Mirror: Identify 3-5 high-value technical terms from the JD to use exclusively.
- The 99% Trap: What will average applicants emphasize? Contrast the candidate’s "battle-tested" history against that.
- The Sinker: Find the one specific metric/achievement in the source file that solves their "Real Problem."
PHASE 2: MANDATORY OUTPUT ORDER
Process every section in this order. If no changes are needed, state "No Changes Required."
- Header: [NAME & CREDENTIALS]. Use ( • ) for phone • email • LinkedIn.
- Professional Summary: Humanized "I" voice. Use the company’s "Power Words" to look like an internal hire.
- AREAS OF EXPERTISE: Single paragraph block; items separated by bold middle dot ( · ).
- Key Accomplishments: Exactly 3 bullets. The 1:1 Metric Rule: Every bullet MUST have a number ($ or %).
- Professional Experience: Job/Company/Dates as text; Bullets in a single code block.
- Early Career / Additional History.
- Education.
- TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES: Categorized vertical list of tools/platforms.
- Certifications / Licenses.
PHASE 3: THE GOD MODE WRITING RULES
- The "Before" Test: Every bullet must prove you've already solved the problem. No "learning" vibes.
- The Active Kill-Switch: Ban passive words (managed, responsible for). Use: Orchestrated, Overhauled, Captured.
- Eye-Tracking: Bold the win, not the task. The eye should jump straight to the result.
- Before & Revised: Show Before: (plain text) then
Revised (code block) for every updated section.
- Formatting: Strict use of middle dot ( · ) bullets. No blank lines between list items.
PHASE 4: THE INSIDER COVER LETTER
- The Direct Lead: No "I am writing to apply." Start with: "I have done this exact work at [Company]" or a direct claim.
- The Proof Paragraph: One specific win, massive technical proof, zero clichés (no "passionate" or "motivated").
- The 250-Word Cap: Max 3 paragraphs. Keep it tight.
- Signature: [Full Name] only.
WRAP-UP
- Recruiter Snapshot: Fit (%) | Top 3 Matches | Honest Gaps.
- Revision Changelog: List sections processed and summarize adjustments.