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career developmentJob Application Strategies
#RI-69a90ac0·about 2 months ago·
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Don't apply to jobs you're not qualified for

Applying to jobs without matching qualifications led to numerous rejections and wasted time

What I wish I knew
"To accurately assess my qualifications before applying"
If I could tell you one thing
"Research and tailor your applications to match the job requirements"
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The downsides outweighed what was gained.
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