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How do ATS (Automatic Tracking Systems) handle resume portfolio websites?

Quotes from https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/what-know-applicant-tracking-systems-2026-andrew-seaman-mzz8e/ on ATS tracing systems. "Don't worry about the ATS! Rarely will you know the specific system used by any given employer, which features the company has access to, and how any given recruiter will use the system....

LinkedIn weighs in on changes in the world of work and what we all need to do to thrive in it.

Below are a few highlights from an article released today by LinkedIn:   "The future workforce thrives on skills... even the ones you take for granted.... Your next task is to compare the skills you currently possess with the skills needed to be...

It's not too early to start preparing for your career

BYU Career Services urges Freshman and Sophomores---not just Juniors and Seniors---to start preparing for their career.  https://universe.byu.edu/campus/byu-career-center-urges-students-to-visit-earlier Get yourself a website package that will grow with you!

Why a Portfolio Website From Irene's Webworks Beats a Traditional Resume (or Resume Services)

Why a Portfolio Website From Irene's Webworks Beats a Traditional Resume (and Most Resume Services) If you’re graduating or pivoting careers, you’ve probably asked:“Should I just polish my resume… or do I really need a website?” At Irene’s Webworks, we...

How much of an advantage does a portfolio website offer versus a traditional resume plus LinkedIn profile?

A portfolio website provides a meaningful but situational advantage over a resume + LinkedIn alone. It’s not universally decisive, but for graduating seniors and early-career candidates, it can materially increase visibility, interview rates, and perceived credibility. The magnitude depends on...

How much of an improvement in salary might be expected for a candidate with a portfolio website versus one without?

When it comes to the "portfolio vs. no portfolio" debate, the impact on your bank account usually boils down to leverage. While there isn't a single "standard" percentage increase, a high-quality portfolio changes the conversation from if you can do...

What evidence is there that a portfolio website improves a candidate's chances of being hired?

There is credible, multi-source evidence—from recruiters, hiring managers, and hiring-process data—that a portfolio website improves a candidate’s chances of being noticed, interviewed, and hired, especially for early-career and knowledge-based roles. While it’s not a guarantee, it is a statistically meaningful...

What are some references to the sources for the previous post?

Below are credible, citable sources that support the claim that portfolio websites, work samples, and personal sites improve hiring outcomes, especially for early-career candidates. These are the sources recruiters, universities, and career offices regularly reference. 1. Recruiter & hiring-manager surveys...