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My salary jumped 40% after I stopped only applying for jobs online
I was an accountant for 5 years and felt totally stuck, sending out resumes on LinkedIn every day. Last fall, I went to a local meetup for finance tech and just talked to people. One conversation there led to a referral for a data analyst role I never saw posted. I got an offer for $85k, way more than my old job. Has anyone else had luck finding a new path by just showing up in person?
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robert_craig23d ago
I've noticed this same pattern playing out everywhere, not just in job hunting. Like how neighbors still prefer asking the guy down the street for a plumber recommendation instead of searching Google. Our brains are wired to trust people we've actually met, so when someone vouches for you in person that carries way more weight than a faceless application. The whole "hidden job market" thing is real, but honestly it's just the same way most important opportunities in life work - through relationships you build by being present and real with people.
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tessa_hill8625d ago
It's the hidden job market... most good roles are filled through word of mouth before they ever get posted online. Sending resumes into a black hole is a losing game. You have to get out and let people know you're looking. A real conversation beats a perfect resume every single time. That's how I landed my last two jobs.
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