Why Your Job Search is Taking So Long—and How to Speed It Up
Are you tired of sending countless applications without getting interviews, or attending interviews only to be ghosted afterward? Then this article is exactly for you!
Are you tired of sending countless applications without getting interviews, or attending interviews only to be ghosted afterward? Then this article is exactly for you!
Job searching is not an easy feat. All the research and preparation, crafting an impactful resume, and nailing several rounds of interviews, all take energy, patience, and determination. But unfortunately, the modern day job search experience is riddled with many obstacles that—if you aren’t prepared for them—can shake your confidence or make you question the entire process. Here are the five most common of these frustrations, along with explanations that may help you understand what is happening behind the scenes. For each, I’ve also added ways to manage them and keep your spirits high.
The key to 𝗻𝗮𝘃𝗶𝗴𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝗮 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝘀𝘂𝗰𝗰𝗲𝘀𝘀𝗳𝘂𝗹𝗹𝘆 is preparation. Learn how to do it in this article, and get your free 𝗷𝗼𝗯 𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗰𝗵𝗲𝗮𝘁 𝘀𝗵𝗲𝗲𝘁, which will guide you on how to effectively answer the five most critical interview questions.
Answering the salary questions is often one of the most nerve-wracking parts of the interview process. Lately, I’ve noticed some “career gurus” advising candidates to dodge salary questions or give weak answers, and I believe that’s completely wrong. It’s like encountering a stray dog or a bear—if you show fear, 𝘆𝗼𝘂 𝗰𝗹𝗮𝘀𝘀𝗶𝗳𝘆 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿𝘀𝗲𝗹𝗳 𝗮𝘀 𝗽𝗿𝗲𝘆. Do you really want to do the same when negotiating your salary? If not, read my latest newsletter article!
The job market is highly competitive. Standing out requires more than just qualifications and experience. Here’s your secret weapon: 𝘂𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗿𝘀𝘁𝗮𝗻𝗱𝗶𝗻𝗴 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝘀𝘆𝗰𝗵𝗼𝗹𝗼𝗴𝘆 𝗼𝗳 𝗵𝗶𝗿𝗶𝗻𝗴.
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You come to the interview fully prepared, feel confident, start well… and suddenly, you get a 𝗯𝗹𝗮𝗰𝗸𝗼𝘂𝘁. Your head feels empty, cold sweat breaks out on your forehead, and panic sets in. Learn how to 𝘀𝗮𝘃𝗲 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗰𝗵𝗮𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 in my newsletter article!
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