Verified Submission
careerJob Search
#RI-69c917a2·4 months ago·
1
Author avatar
Lookback: 1 year after graduation

Applied to 400+ software engineering roles

Got almost no callbacks, struggling to figure out what's wrong with my resume

What I wish I knew
"Double-checked my resume for exaggerations, clarity, and focus"
If I could tell you one thing
"Tailor your resume to the specific job and industry you're targeting"
0
5/10
Significant downsides.
Complicated feelings about the outcome.
SettledMixedSevere

Advice for Someone Facing This

Short, upvotable wisdom. The most helpful rises to the top.

No advice yet. Be the first to share wisdom.

Discussion

React, question, or discuss this decision.

Sign into join the discussion
career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
17%
of career decisions land in the mixed band the same as this one.