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#RI-69ba6872·3 months ago·
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Applied to 1800 jobs without strategy

Applied to 1800 jobs without strategy, got two low-paying offers

What I wish I knew
"Focus on interview skills and strategy"
If I could tell you one thing
"Negotiate every offer and practice with real humans"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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