When applying to several roles in the same week
Job application tracker
Keep each application tied to a clearer next step
Before an application disappears into a spreadsheet, use Jude's scan to understand what needs attention for that specific role.
When this helps
When each role needs a slightly different CV emphasis
When you want a repeatable pre-application routine
In more detail
Why preparation beats a longer list
Tracking applications is useful, but a spreadsheet of roles tells you little if each entry went out unprepared. The leverage is in what you do before you hit submit.
Using a quick scan per role keeps each application tied to a concrete next step, so you're improving your CV as you go rather than firing off the same version everywhere.
What to record per application
For each role, keep the job context, the CV version you sent, and the priority fixes you made. That makes it far easier to learn from what does and doesn't get responses.
When a new role needs a different emphasis, rescan with that context first so the version you track is genuinely tailored.
Simple workflow
Prepare each application deliberately
1. Scan for the specific role
Run the CV version you plan to send for this application.
2. Capture the priority fixes
Note what to change before you submit, tied to that role.
3. Track what you actually sent
Record the CV version and edits so you can compare results later.
Questions
Is this a replacement for my existing tracker?
No. Treat this as a preparation page for the scan and next-step workflow around each application.
What should I track after scanning?
Track the role, the CV version, the priority fixes, and whether you made those edits before applying.
Ready to see where your CV stands?
Run the free CV scan to get a score and the specific fixes worth making before your next application. No payment to scan.