Given this state of the economy, the best thing any job-seeker can do to get a better job is to be more thorough, savvier and more aggressive. The following are some basic guidelines for the thorough and savvy parts. These are not optional. Neither is the aggressive part, but I’ll leave that up to you.
Getting a job for some is no fun. For all, it’s hard work. But working hard on the wrong things is a waste of time. So rather than complaining, take some advice from us: “Things will get better for you, when you get better.”
Learning the techniques below is a great way to start.

Some Big Ideas Job-seekers must follow if they want to get a Meaningful Job

1. Applying directly to job postings should represent no more than 20% of what you do.
Getting referred to a job is 5-10X more effective than applying directly. If you’re going to apply, only apply to jobs when you’re a perfect fit for the skills and experience listed on the job description.

2. Leverage your understanding of the recruiter’s role.
Many recruiters are gatekeepers who don’t know the job and will just box-check your skills and experiences. Others are extremely talented, who want to work with the best people to craft great career moves. You must avoid the former and seek out the latter.

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