In today’s market, companies are flooded with resumes. At first glance, it might seem like a good problem—so many people want to work with you. But then reality hits: How do I sort through all these resumes to find the right candidate? It’s tempting to let Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) do the work, filtering by keywords, experience, and qualifications. But that’s where many hiring processes fall short.

At OpenArc, we know that any ATS can match keywords to job descriptions. What sets us apart is the time we spend getting to know your company’s mission, values, and culture, along with truly understanding our candidates. We focus on more than just aligned skill sets; we bring you aligned people.

Hiring for Humanity, Not Just Skills

Here’s what often happens: you narrow down 1,000 resumes to a handful by disqualifying those that lack X years of experience or don’t list every technical skill. You might end up with five candidates, but did you find the right five?

Fun Fact: more than 50% of the CEOs of companies from the Fortune 500 list graduated from university with a C average.

Throughout my career, I’ve seen time and again that the best person for the job isn’t always the one with the perfect resume. Maybe they didn’t go to an Ivy League school, but their time in the military or working construction built their grit and determination. They’ve overcome obstacles that taught them resilience—something far more valuable than a perfect checklist of skills.

These are the candidates who bring real value because they’re adaptable, driven, and know how to push through challenges. They’re not the perfect bullet points, but they’re the perfect people for the job.

OpenArc’s Approach: People Over Resumes

While ATS systems can streamline keyword searches, they can’t reveal a candidate’s mindset, values, or capacity for growth. That’s where OpenArc steps in. We get to know you, your company, and what kind of person will thrive in your environment. We focus on hiring for potential, cultural fit, emotional intelligence, and resilience—qualities that will carry a candidate through the challenges of your workplace.

Hiring with Purpose

The perfect person may not have the perfect resume. At OpenArc, we specialize in finding candidates who don’t just meet job requirements but bring alignment to your team in mindset and values. In a world of ATS filters, we believe hiring the right person takes more than just matching keywords—it takes human insight.

Let us help you find the person who will truly make an impact. Contact us to learn more about how we can assist you!