ATS Optimization14 min

The 7 Most Common ATS Platforms (And How to Beat Each)

Platform-specific optimization for Taleo, Workday, Greenhouse, and more.

WasDoc

December 16, 2025

Taleo (Oracle)

Quirks: Strict keyword matching, poor image handling. Optimization: Heavy keyword density, avoid graphics.

Workday

Quirks: NLP-aware, understands synonyms. Optimization: Natural language, contextual keywords.

Greenhouse

Quirks: Modern parsing, handles moderate visual design. Optimization: Balanced format, embedded transcripts work well.

iCIMS

Quirks: Sensitive to file format. Optimization: .docx preferred over PDF.

Lever

Quirks: Mobile-friendly parsing. Optimization: Simple layout, clear sections.

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ATS Optimization

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Resume Design

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The great resume format debate, settled with data. When infographic resumes work, when they don't, and how to get the best of both worlds.

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Hiring Psychology

The Science Behind the 6-Second Resume Scan

Eye-tracking research reveals exactly what recruiters look at in those critical first seconds. Here's how to optimize for the scan.

9 min • January 15, 2026

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