Situational · 60-second self-check
Not sure where to start? Pick the sentence that feels truest.
Most people don't get unstuck because they don't know what specifically they're stuck on. This page is a quick triage. Pick the sentence that fits, jump to the right path, come back if you need to.
Pick the one that fits
- "My resume and LinkedIn aren't ready" → start at Foundations
- "I'm applying but nothing comes back" → start at Apply & callbacks
- "I keep getting interviews but no offers" → start at Interviews
Curated Resources
If you want to read first
Why Your Job Search Feels Broken
If the search feels harder than it should, this is the diagnosis-first piece. Read it before changing anything.
Read MoreHow Job Search Works in 2026
What's changed — skills-based hiring, AI screening, faster funnels — and why old advice quietly fails.
Read MoreWhy Most Job Search Tips Fail
The structural reasons generic advice doesn't work for most candidates. Stop blaming yourself.
Read MoreThe Job-Seeking Advice No One Told You
Counter-intuitive things that actually move the needle — most aren't on standard lists.
Read MoreWhat Am I Doing Wrong in My Job Search?
A diagnostic walk-through. Use it to identify exactly which stage your search is breaking at.
Read MoreThe 10-Minute Job Search
What to do if you only have 10 minutes a day — a minimum viable search that still produces results.
Read MoreFull Roadmap (the long version)
Prefer one long page with everything? The full 6-step roadmap is here.
Read MoreJob Search Guide (the book)
The full system in one place — practical, no-fluff guide to navigating the modern job market.
Read MoreWhat's next
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Resume & LinkedIn
Get the foundation right before you apply.
OpenFind better jobs
Where to look in 2026 — boards, hidden roles, AI tools.
OpenNetwork & referrals
Turn weak ties into warm intros and interview slots.
OpenApply & get callbacks
Beat the ATS, avoid ghost jobs, get more replies.
OpenPrepare for interviews
STAR stories, questions to ask, and clean follow-ups.
OpenNegotiate the offer
Salary range, low-ball replies, multi-offer leverage.
OpenWorking with recruiters
Find the right ones, reach out well, set expectations.
OpenI was laid off
Reset, plan, and signal you're open without losing momentum.
OpenI'm changing careers
Transferable skills, new positioning, and hiring-manager trust.
OpenI don't know where to start
A 60-second self-check that points you to the right stage.
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