The Make-or-Break Factors in Job Shortlisting – What Really Gets You Noticed

Every candidate has asked it: “What actually decides whether my application gets noticed—or ignored?”

At TheRecAI, we turned that question into a poll. We asked our community:
“What’s the make-or-break factor in your job shortlisting?”

The results offered a fascinating look into how recruiters, hiring managers, and job seekers perceive the modern screening process—and it turns out, presentation and precision matter more than ever.