Careery Blog is your tactical guide to navigating the modern job market. We cover the strategies, tools, and mindset shifts that actually move the needle — from leveraging AI in your job search to recovering from layoffs and building a network that opens doors.
How Blog differs from our other content:
Whether you're actively job hunting, preparing for interviews, optimizing your resume for ATS systems, or figuring out how to use AI tools effectively — we've tested the approaches and share what works. No fluff, no generic advice. Just practical strategies backed by real results.
The hiring manager's name isn't on the job post. Here's how to find them using LinkedIn, company pages, and the recruiter's profile—7 proven methods.
Referrals get 5x more interviews—but asking strangers feels weird. Here's a 3-week approach that turns cold contacts into warm referrals, plus referral email templates that work.
Most informational interview requests get ignored. Here's the outreach formula that converts—with templates, targeting strategies, and follow-up scripts.
Students can write a strong LinkedIn About section without buzzwords. Use these templates, structure, and examples to sound credible with little experience.
Hiring managers accept about 11% of LinkedIn connection requests. Here's how to write a connection message that gets accepted—with 12 templates.
How to network without feeling fake: conversation starters, small talk questions, and word-for-word scripts for networking events, LinkedIn, and professional connections.
Greenhouse application statuses are often vague. This guide explains what common statuses typically signal, what to do next, and when a follow-up is appropriate.
What does 'In Progress' or 'In Process' mean on Workday? Complete guide to every Workday application status, what each one signals about your chances, and exactly when to follow up.
A practical guide to Allstate layoffs: how to verify credible updates, what to do first for money and benefits, and how to restart your job search without burning out.
A practical guide to Rivian layoffs: what’s confirmed, how to verify new updates, and a calm first-week plan for benefits, documentation, and restarting your job search.
