Why you should not play the numbers game in your job search (and what to do instead)

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In your job search, the idea of applying to as many jobs as possible in hopes that eventually you get hired is NOT a strategy. As Sarah says in the episode, "Playing the numbers game isn't a strategy; it's a recipe for burnout."
In this episode of The Career Strategy Podcast, Sarah debunks the popular advice to apply to as many jobs as possible and shares a more effective way to land the career of your dreams.
If you're applying to tons of jobs and not getting interviews, it does NOT make sense to keep applying & playing the numbers game. If this is happening to you, it's a big red flag that there's a problem with your resume, portfolio, or LinkedIn. Or, you're not applying to the right jobs.
⏰ TIMESTAMPS
01:42: Why would you keep applying if you haven't received an interview after 30, 50, 100 or more roles applied to it?
02:16: You should not play the numbers game in your career.
02:34: The numbers game is not a strategy. It's a recipe for burnout.
03:39: Another problem with applying to tons of jobs is that you probably won't have time to customize your resume and cover letter for each job you apply to.
04:50: Cover letters are not dead.
04:57: Stop focusing on the quantity of jobs applied to, and instead focus on applying to fewer jobs, but more of the right jobs for you.
06:06: Write these down! I will not play the numbers game in my job search and I will not gamble with my career.
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@datapenguin Жыл бұрын

I’ve had many people close to me tell me to play the numbers game, but I know deep down inside it isn’t the right thing to do. I want to work for a company I’m passionate about instead of taking the first offer letter that presents itself.

@r3dp1ll Жыл бұрын

Thanks

@mohibquadri4053 Жыл бұрын

Super Helpful ! Mam could you suggest me how to get a job as fresher beginner after 4 yrs of gap due to family reasons, i am a hvac design engineer in Aec construction industry completed my studies then internship of 6 months also experience in 2019 but i haven't joined any company bcoz my mother was working alone here in my hometown so i helped her with domestic works etc but now i am free after this month to hunt for a job so i am anxious about how should i plan or approach the upcoming challenges now to get hired effectively without wasting time or coming across as unprofessional in any way infront of recruiters ? What books would be useful to read for around this topic to know more about getting selected faster in company ??