careerJob Application
#RI-69d7917c·5 months ago·
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“Improving job application strategy”
What Actually Happened
I've applied to 289 jobs with no response, feeling frustrated and demotivated
What I wish I knew
"I should have tailored my resume and cover letter to each job"
Advice to Someone Facing This Now
If I could tell you one thing
"Research the company and tailor your application materials to increase chances of getting noticed"
Regret Index
10/10
High, persistent regret.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
Has not decreased significantly with time.
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career Category
2,635
career decisions logged. Avg regret 5.6/10 across the category.
Same Outcome Band
41%
of career decisions land in the severe band the same as this one.
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