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#RI-6a0e907c·6 months ago·
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Lookback: After many job rejections

Want to stand out in today's job market

Applied for many jobs, got rejections, thinking something is lacking

What I wish I knew
"What hiring managers want to see in a candidate"
If I could tell you one thing
"Gain more experience and learn in-demand skills"
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8/10
Clear regret.
The downsides outweighed what was gained.
SettledMixedSevere

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