We all hate waiting in long lines. So why in the world would you apply to jobs online for your career change? Applying to jobs online is the same thing as joining a long line that’s going nowhere fast.

Only apply to jobs online AFTER you get referred to that company or establish a connection with someone who works there.

Have you ever wanted to get into a certain restaurant or club, only to find that there’s an absurdly long line?

Begrudgingly, you get in line, and 30 minutes later, you’re still there.

In the same spot. No closer to yummy food or grooves.

We’ve all been there.

Well, here’s a job search truth bomb…

Applying to jobs online is like joining a very long line that isn’t moving.

Most people just wait in line.

They apply to as many jobs as possible, and then wait around. Crickets.

“Applying to jobs online” is a strategy that only works about 5% of the time.

And yet, 92% of the general population does this.

They fail to realize that, since recruiters are overwhelmed with a tsunami of digital apps on a daily basis, most of their applications will never be read or seen.

The night will end before getting into the club.

What you want to do instead, is finesse your way to the front of the line. Through relationships, people who you know, people who can say “aye, she’s with me”, and help you cut the line.

Those are called referrals, and you get them through networking & informational chats.

On today’s episode, I explain why this is the case, and how you can circumvent the long, long line.

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72. Why Applying To Jobs Online Is NOT A Job Search Strategy

One of the biggest mistakes that I see job-seekers make is applying to as many online job postings as possible. This is a serious mistake, that can cost you a lot of wasted time, energy, and emotions.  I guarantee that most of those applications will never even be reviewed or seen.

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My most successful clients understand their career pain source & level. This knowledge is a major clue to your next career move, and now you can know, too.

No point in changing careers if your career pain isn’t high enough. 

I’m not great about going to the doctor.

I hate going. I find that it’s a huge hassle.

I mean, sure, I’ll go on my annual exams. But, if I have an issue with something else, I try to wait as long as possible before going to the doctor. (I know, I’m stubborn).

Last May, I started to struggle with plantar fasciitis in my right foot. I didn’t schedule an appointment with a podiatrist until September. LOL.

By the time I rolled up to the doctor, it was because the pain of my foot was GREATER THAN the pain of driving to the doctor, paying for parking, and waiting for God-knows-how-long to be seen.

My clients are no different.

They only come to me when they’ve been in pain for some time.

I mean, who actually WANTS to go on a career change process?

Watching Netflix, meeting friends for a beer, or going on a hike, all sound like way better ways to spend your time, right?

I get it.

But, pain is a great catalyst for transformation.

This is why, on the consult call, I ask questions to understand my client’s pain level.

I ask about different areas of their career and life: the people, the work itself, compensation & benefits, growth opportunities, work-life balance, relationships & community, joy, and impact.

I get clear on the problem and pain level. I let you know your problem, if I can help you, and how I can help you.

My most successful clients understand their pain and where it comes from, and now you can too.

On today’s episode, I share a tool/exercise that I use with my clients to help them get clear on their pain level.

If you want to get clear on your pain & if it warrants a whole career change, this is the episode for you.

HERE is the link to the Career Audit tool. 

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70. Do You Know Why You’re Unhappy With Your Career?

When clients come to me, they’re ready to figure out their next career move. They want to start firing out job applications ASAP. But many times, I’ll tell them to hold their horses. We first need to understand WHY they want to make a big career move in the first place.

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