Job searching can feel like a full-time job—especially when you’re submitting applications and hearing nothing back. If you’re stuck in “apply and pray” mode, try shifting to a simple, repeatable system that balances applications + networking + targeted follow-up.
You don’t need marathon sessions. You need a routine you’ll actually maintain.
Focus on roles where you can realistically compete and tailor.
Tip: If a role has 300+ applicants, it may still be viable—but only if you can add a strong referral or direct outreach.
Instead of rewriting everything, tailor two sections only:
Create a reusable one-liner for outreach:
“Hi [Name] — I’m a [role] with [X] years in [domain]. I noticed your team is hiring for [role]. I recently [achievement], and I’d love to ask a quick question about what strong candidates do well in this interview process.”
Networking doesn’t have to be awkward. Think micro-connections.
Before you hit submit, confirm you can answer:
If you can’t answer those quickly, either do 5 minutes of research or skip it.
In a simple spreadsheet, track:
This helps you identify what’s working: your résumé, your target roles, or your outreach.
Try it for 7 days and see whether your response rate changes.
What part of this system would be easiest for you to start tomorrow—and what’s currently the biggest obstacle in your job search?
This is a solid framework—especially the “micro-consistency” angle. A couple additions that can boost results without adding much time: - **Add a 2-m...
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