Reading the fit analysis

Q: Reading the fit analysis

Fit analysis returns a readiness score (0-100, deliberately pessimistic), matched competencies with cited evidence, gaps quoting the JD phrase that isn't covered, and three concrete recommendations. Treat the recommendations as a punch list before the interview.

When you add a job description to an application, the app produces a fit analysis — a structured comparison of what the JD asks for against what you've got.

It returns three things:

Readiness score (0-100). A blunt overall number. The score reflects evidence in your profile, not your potential — it's pessimistic on purpose, because interview panels are too. 70+ is solid; below 60 means real coverage gaps.

Matched competencies. Things the JD asks for that you've clearly demonstrated, with the specific evidence cited (e.g. "Cross-functional leadership — 3 STARs in Leadership category, naming directors and a national rollout").

Gaps. Things the JD asks for that nothing in your profile evidences. The gap will quote or paraphrase the exact JD phrase, so you know what to address. "Lacks commercial focus" isn't useful; "JD asks for 'P&L ownership' — no STAR or CV block mentions revenue, budget, or financial accountability" tells you exactly what to write.

Recommendations. Three concrete actions, each named. Write a STAR for X, add a quantified result to Y, surface skill Z to the top of your CV. Treat them as a punch list.

The analysis isn't a verdict. A "weak fit" doesn't mean don't apply — it means: here's what they'll probe, prepare for it.