Applying for too many jobs may keep you from getting hired. Avoid sending a ‘firehose of applications,’ economist warns
Publishing timestamp: 2023-11-01 14:19:23
Summary
The article advises job seekers to spread out their job applications as the labor market softens. It emphasizes the importance of applying frequently to freshly posted jobs and tailoring applications for newly advertised positions. The article also mentions that the labor market appears to be stabilizing at a level consistent with a sustainable economy. It provides tips for job seekers, such as setting a daily goal for the number of applications, focusing on relevant and recent openings, and ensuring that resumes are legible for computers.
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