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Search Smarter, Not Harder.
12 lessons · 4 themes · practical tips in every lesson
A calm, step-by-step plan for finding work you like, using people and not only job boards.
THEME 1 · 3 LESSONS
Know What You Want
Start with you.
LESSON 01
Find Your Strengths and Interests
27 Tips
LESSON 02
Describe Your Ideal Job
27 Tips
LESSON 03
Research Roles and Companies
27 Tips
THEME 2 · 3 LESSONS
Get Your Tools Ready
CV, letter and profile.
LESSON 04
Write a Clear CV
25 Tips
LESSON 05
Write a Cover Letter That Gets Read
26 Tips
LESSON 06
Polish Your Online Profile
26 Tips
THEME 3 · 3 LESSONS
Search Smart
Use people and plans.
LESSON 07
Use Your Network to Find Jobs
25 Tips
LESSON 08
Talk to People in Jobs You Like
25 Tips
LESSON 09
Apply to Fewer Jobs, Better
26 Tips
THEME 4 · 3 LESSONS
Stay Strong
Keep going kindly.
LESSON 10
Handle Rejection in a Job Search
26 Tips
LESSON 11
Keep a Weekly Job-Search Plan
25 Tips
LESSON 12
Look After Your Energy
25 Tips
Ideas in this topic come from
- What Color Is Your Parachute? (Richard Bolles)
- Designing Your Life (Bill Burnett and Dave Evans)
- The 2-Hour Job Search (Steve Dalton)
- So Good They Can’t Ignore You (Cal Newport)
- Never Eat Alone (Keith Ferrazzi)
Tips are written in our own words and are general guidance. The books are suggestions for further reading.
