Job Search Strategy Quiz

Is your job search actually working? 5 questions to diagnose what's wrong.

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Where are you finding and applying to jobs?

Your channel mix determines your callback rate more than your resume quality.

How This Job Search Quiz Works

This quiz evaluates your job search across five dimensions that determine how quickly and successfully you'll land a role. It's based on data from labor market research and recruiter surveys on what actually moves the needle in a modern job search.

  • Channel Mix — are you relying only on job boards, or using referrals and direct outreach?
  • Application Quality — are you sending tailored applications or mass-applying?
  • Response Rate — your callback rate reveals whether your strategy is working.
  • Networking — 70% of jobs are filled through networking. Are you using this channel?
  • Mental Strategy — job search burnout is the #1 reason searches drag on. How are you managing it?

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