I was applying for hundreds of jobs - this tip helped me get one
Four people who weren't hearing back from job applications shared what they did differently to secure their first role.
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Notable Quotes
"I realised I was sending very generic CVs to recruiters and that was making it harder to stand out from other applicants."
— Theresa Blair , Other
"While it's not permanent, the experience has been invaluable."
— Callum Stevens , Other
"You should be reaching out to people you admire, getting involved in a cause you care about or building skills through short courses."
— Joshua Hopkins , Other
"I was on job sites and doing what I could to find work and nine times out of 10 I didn't get a reply back."
— Clover Nelson , Other
Key People
A computer science graduate currently interning in transport planning.
A young job seeker who secured a retail position after unemployment.
An apprentice at a law firm studying to become a chartered accountant.
A recent graduate working as a project manager in London.
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Four people who weren't hearing back from job applications shared what they did differently to secure their first role.
An article detailing strategies employed by four individuals to secure their first jobs after numerous unsuccessful applications, including tailoring CVs, networking, gaining relevant experience, and applying in person.
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