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😖 ''I've applied for literally hundreds of jobs and nothing'' 😖 ''I can't even get an interview'' 😖 ''My CV is getting lost in a black hole''. I'm sorry to tell you guys, the 'search job, click apply and wait' era is over. Recruiting teams were the first to get the ✂ when the market turned, so companies are now left with maybe 1-2 completely overwhelmed (and probably junior) recruiters to pick up everything. Across my ten year span as a recruiter, if I'm really honest with you guys - checking applications was on the 'low priority' list. There were always hundreds of #applications (and this is obviously just getting worse) that were so unbelievable irrelevant and unsuitable. I'd say, I roughly hired 10-15% of my candidates from applications. The rest I hired using the below methods 👇 If you've been applying like a maniac, this week I want you to try something new. Work on your LinkedIn brand, keywords, and start to reach out to people, What was the 1 little thing that transformed Amazon's business? The '1-click buy'. Why? Because they made it SO easy for us to buy from them. Make it easy for recruiters to find you 🔎 Make it easy for recruiters to pitch you to the hiring manager 🗣 Make it easy for recruiters to hire you 🍾 #LinkedInJobs #Hiring #LinkedInBrand #Course #CVTips #CareerAdvice --------------------------------- I’m Amy, an ex-recuiter turned #solopreneur who helps job-seekers get hired using LinkedIn. I believe we should all be armed with the knowledge and tools to put our best foot forward in the job search regardless of our background. Landing a job shouldn't be a mystical secret and I'm here to support you every step of the way. Click 'work with me' on my page for more info 💙

Can we normalize NOT disqualifying candidates for jobs because they don't work for a well-known company? 🤷♀️ I've met some of the MOST talented people in this industry that came from very small companies. However, they OFTEN get overlooked because someone that happens to have 5 months of experience working with Google & nothing else to actually offer looks more qualified as a candidate. I hope 2024 is the year recruiters & companies finally get a fu*king grip and look past the flashy names on a resume. I know people who can't handle half of the work that job listings are asking for despite coming from reputable backgrounds. But they'll be more likely to struck some luck in their application process. It's pathetic. Tired of seeing it happen to amazing people. If you're actively applying right now, just remember that you're more than your resume & your next opportunity will come. #hiring #job #application #work #recruiters #employment

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Good morning LinkedIn ☀️ This message is for the recruiters and job seekers Recruiters when you put that little #hiring banner under your profile, are you really hiring?. I have sent countless inbox messages, and only 2 people would respond over the time span of 5 months. What’s the point of creating these connections if you won’t connect with potential candidates. It hurts even more when your posting and being active on the app, we know you see and ignore our desperate cry for work. The frustration for new grads is absolutely wild. It’s okay if I’m not qualified for the position but a simple reply and chat would’ve potentially created a connection for a life time, and could open doors for candidates, if you don’t have a job in mind for us, it’s okay, but please stop ignoring our interests in your companies!. Let’s bring back the purpose of this app and stop ignoring your candidates interest. Who agrees?

📣 Job seekers: Struggling to get a job? Here are the 8 best posts on LinkedIn to boost your chances👇 1. 𝗣𝗲𝗿𝗳𝗲𝗰𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗺𝗲    Use a library of resumes to compare, contrast and refine yours using Rezi.    A breakdown of a resume that got a $𝟭𝟲𝟯𝗸 𝗷ob at Amazon by Dominick Namis below:    https://lnkd.in/evMaH9zn     2. 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗥𝗶𝗴𝗵𝘁 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀    Andrea Logan shares 25 companies currently hiring for 100% remote roles here:    https://lnkd.in/e_nW93t6     3. 𝗢𝗽𝘁𝗶𝗺𝗶𝘇𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻 𝗣𝗿𝗼𝗳𝗶𝗹𝗲    Daniel Botero breakdowns a Linkedin Profile designed to attract jobs:    https://lnkd.in/e2WTVQzB     4. 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗜𝗻 𝗛𝗲𝗮𝗱𝗹𝗶𝗻𝗲    Attract hiring managers and recruiters by converting your LInkedIn headlines to a "Value-Driven Pitch", Austin Belcak explains how below:    https://lnkd.in/eWD2-yJx     5. 𝗜𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿𝘃𝗶𝗲𝘄 𝗣𝗿𝗲𝗽    STAR method is old news, leverage SOARR method (Situation, Obstacle, Action, Result, Reflection) made by Richa Bansal. Details here:    https://lnkd.in/enf9SNsj     6. 𝗣𝗶𝗴𝗴𝘆𝗯𝗮𝗰𝗸 𝗡𝗲𝘄 𝗝𝗼𝗯𝘀    Notice someone announce they got a job? Congratulate them and ask to connect to their recruiters - they may be hiring more. Genius tactic by Adam Broda.  Details below:    https://lnkd.in/emw8vvyw     7. 𝗡𝗲𝗴𝗼𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗪𝗲𝗹𝗹    The only post you will need for everything about negotiation by my friend, Varun N. below:    https://lnkd.in/e2cZ7swU     8. 𝗟𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗿𝗮𝗴𝗲 𝗟𝗶𝗻𝗸𝗲𝗱𝗶𝗻 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗣𝗼𝘄𝗲𝗿𝘀:    Find 8 killer LinkedIn tips (seen by 300k+) created by me, Aditya Mahara    https://lnkd.in/eBfzK5n5        Appreciate all the authors linked above for such invaluable content 🙌🏽! Repost from Aditya Mahara #jobseekers #careeradvice #jobsearch #jobseekers #womenintech #blackintech #recruitment #opentowork

The value of #preparation cannot be underestimated.

Remember yesterday when I said if you're not interested in a position, try to pass it to someone you may know? Well - it goes both ways, friends! 👇 One commenter from that post yesterday left me this review today! Why? After he commented on my post, I reviewed his profile and saw that he was looking for work. While I don't have any openings that would be a fit, I poked a few of my favorite tech recruiters and - BOOM! 💥 One of those awesome recruiters has now connected with the commenter from yesterday and he's submitting him to a client! (Shout out to Richie Lampani!) 🙌 There is magic in connections! Make yourself visible! If I spy you with my little eye and could possibly know of someone who may have positions for you - I'm going to make that match! Happy connecting, and happy weekend friends! PS - it is Friday afternoon! Don't forget to send those check-ins to your pending candidates!!! 🙏🙏🙏 #Recruiting #Recruiter #Recruit #Network #HelpEachOther #NowHiring #JobSeekers #Networking #Sourcing #Review #UniverseWillRainGoodThings

Have you ever thought why you don't hear back after applying for a job despite having an impressive track record? Here are 3 tips from an Ex-Google recruiter that might be the secret sauce you need to land your dream job.👇👇👇 #HR executives usually have many job openings to manage, so they often have to review hundreds or even thousands of #resumes to find the right candidates. They typically only spend about '3-5 seconds' on each resume.⌛ Therefore, having a strong resume can make a #jobseeker stand out. However, some candidates may try too hard to impress #recruiters, which can hurt their chances. That's why I'm excited to share some invaluable insights from Nolan Church, CEO of FairComp and former recruiter at Google & DoorDash, on what NOT to do when crafting your resume. 🥇Keep it concise: Nolan's golden rule? Keep those sentences short & sweet. Recruiters are busy bees, buzzing through resumes at lightning speed. So, make it easy for them to digest your accomplishments by keeping sentences under 25 words. Remember, brevity is your best friend when it comes to catching their eye. 🥈Avoid the word salad: Ever heard of a 'word salad'? It's like tossing every keyword from the job description into one overwhelming sentence. Instead, focus on quality over quantity.😇 Stick to one keyword per sentence, and let your achievements shine through without drowning in a sea of buzzwords. 🥉Show, don't tell: Forget listing your daily tasks – recruiters aren't interested in your mundane to-do list. What they want to see are concrete examples of how you made a real impact. Did you land a major client? Smash your sales targets?🎯 Highlight these wins and back them up with numbers to really make your resume pop. So, why does all this matter?🧐 Because your resume is your ticket to the interview room, your chance to make a stellar first impression. And in a competitive job market, every word counts. By following Nolan's sage advice, you'll not only catch the recruiter's eye but also demonstrate your value as a top-notch candidate. It's time to roll up your sleeves & start revamping that resume. Trust me, your future self will thank you.🙏 #startups #job #career #layoffs #hiring #jobmarket #tech #AI

I never imagined that 4 years into my career I would be making hiring decisions for top tech companies. Having been a "long-haul" job seekers myself (my longest job search was 14 months), I still remember how painful it can be. That's why now when I hire, here's what I look for: (1) Multiple companies, multiple jobs I actually think "job hoppers" are incredibly smart and talented people. If someone has worked at many companies, I want to talk to them about their diverse experience. (2) Achievements > Skills Skills mean nothing if they don't lead to achievements. If I see two candidates with similar skills, I usually want to interview the one who has translated those skills into some type of results. (3) Self awareness > Experience I would much rather work with someone who is self-aware rather than someone with "15+ years experience..." How do you show self awareness? By keeping your resume brief (no more than 550 words), write your bullet points in plain english, acknowledge the hiring manager is busy in your cover letter. Of course these are just my preferences (others' may vary). BUT, I hope what this post shows you is that you don't have to be someone with 30+ years experience, with 100+ skills/keywords, etc, to get hired. 👉 Being human in your job applications can get you hired much quicker than trying to be "perfect." 👉 P.S. Did any of the above 3 points surprise you? If so, which one stood out the most? ♻ Was this post helpful? Reshare it so more job seekers can find it

I'm getting quite the influx of the below DM: “Hi Matt. Here’s my CV/resume. Let me know what roles you have available for me.” I’ve said it before, Amy Miller has said it before, Sarah Johnston has said it before, Josh Fullmer has said it before, and a lot of other recruiters have said it before: This isn’t going to work. Why? Because - and again, plenty have said it before me - our job is to find candidates for our roles. Our job is not to find roles for candidates. The job search is hard enough without you sending these messages to 50 recruiters, not hearing back, and then feeling disheartened. If you’re thinking about sending one of these messages, don’t. Instead, go onto Amazon, buy a retro Tamagotchi, and take good care of it. You’ll be better off, I promise. (Only those over 30 will understand that reference.) If you’ve applied for a role, there’s no harm in following up with the potential recruiter: “Hi Matt. Just applied for the [x] role. I have experience in [x], [x], and [x], so I think I could be a good fit. Hopefully my CV and LinkedIn profile cover everything but let me know if you have any questions about my experience. I’d love to hear from you but even if I don't, thanks for reading and have a great day.” Does this guarantee anything? No. Might it help? Yes. If I were looking for a new job, I’d do it. But if you send the first type of message, just like when the person in front of you takes too long at the traffic lights, you’ll probably be left on read. #jobsearchstrategies #jobseekers #howtogetanewjob