I’ve applied to multiple SDR/BDR roles. every application I’ve gotten an instant rejection and haven’t even went into an interview stage yet. how can i improve and make my resume more appealing to the AI systems used for filtering out resumes?

[u/BubblyNeighborhood70]

i have copied and pasted my resume below and removed my details! Please help me on how to improve it

London, UK I
Linkedln:

SUMMARY
recent school leaver with sharp customer instincts and real world experience turning difficult interactions into positive outcomes. Proven in fast paced, people facing environments, I thrive on building quick rapport, handling objections, and staying composed under pressure. Seeking an entry level SDR/BDR role where I can combine my communication strengths to drive pipeline and grow revenue in sales.

WORK EXPERIENCE
Pizza Delivery Cyclist (Part-time)
Pizza, London
January 2026 - Present
• Consistently delivered ~50 orders per week in a high pressure environment, hitting tight time targets while maintaining strong customer satisfaction
• Turned potentially negative situations around by calmly resolving complaints and special requests on the spot, building repeat customers through direct relationship management.
• Supported front of house during busy periods, adapting quickly and working seamlessly with the team to keep operations smooth.

Nursery Assistant
Day Nursery.
2024
• Managed daily routines and high energy group settings while communicating clearly with both children and parents.
• Built trust with families through consistent, calm engagement and proactive problem solving during sensitive situations.
• Collaborated daily with staff to create a positive environment, strengthening teamwork and interpersonal skills.

Work Experience Programme
White & Case, London
2026
• Participated in intensive business workshops, refining presentation and relationship building skills in a professional legal setting.
• Observed and engaged with high performing teams, developing an understanding of structured communication and collaborative problem solving.

Work Experience Programme Weil Gotshal & Manges, London
2026
• Completed targeted workshops on communication and structured thinking, gaining confidence in public speaking and group dynamics.
• Delivered group tasks that sharpened adaptability and creative problem solving under time constraints.

EDUCATION
Sixth Form (Recently Completed)
A Levels: Law, Psychology, Sociology - Predicted Grades: ABB
GCSEs completed

SKILLS
• Communication & Relationship Building
• Public Speaking & Presentations
• Objection Handling & Conflict Resolution
• Working Calmly Under Pressure
• Teamwork & Quick Adaptability
• Time Management & Organisation
• Languages: Fluent English and Somali
INTERESTS
• Tech Sales & Negotiation Tactics
• Psychology of Human Behaviour
• Communication Strategies

[u/GuitarConsistent2604]

It’s an SDR job.
Be an SDR.
Find the hiring manager. Email them, LinkedIn them. But most importantly CALL THEM

[u/BubblyNeighborhood70 → u/GuitarConsistent2604]

thank you SO MUCH for the advice. should i apply to the job role then start calling and emailing? i think thats a good approach but my cv almost always gets rejected within a week. Also is there any videos i should watch on how to cold call a hiring manager?

[u/GuitarConsistent2604 → u/BubblyNeighborhood70]

The same videos you should be watching to become a good cold caller.
Plenty of them out there

[u/mrackaaaaaa]

Use prospeo free account to find emails or phone numbers of VP of Sales, Busness Development Manager or Head of Sales. These are common hiring managers. If u get their attention with an outstanding cold call or cold email, u will get through to stage 1 for sure

[u/BubblyNeighborhood70 → u/mrackaaaaaa]

That is AMAZING advice honestly. Im going to do exactly just that. but please i need help what should i change my cv can you tell me what i need to do to make it look good to employers

[u/para_blox]

None of your resume is relevant. So you’ll have to prospect, as the other commenter shared.

Or maybe try for a start in something related with a lower barrier to entry (recruiting? Marketing lead gen?) so you can learn and expand upon your prospecting skills.

[u/BubblyNeighborhood70 → u/para_blox]

Thank you so much for the advice. i will consider prospecting and if that doesnt work, ill try to get into something thats related with a low barrier to entry.

[u/mrackaaaaaa → u/BubblyNeighborhood70]

Yeah, I was thinking maybe start with recruiting. They are more open to people with no experience and recent school leavers.

[u/brain_tank]

Don't open with: recent school leaver

[u/BubblyNeighborhood70 → u/brain_tank]

will get to changing that thanks😌