Despite getting super positive comments about my book I can't land a job. I get compliments about my skills and talent all the time but not a job. What am I doing wrong? All I want is a Jr AD position

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The amount of things that have to align for someone to land a permanent role is insane. You being there and suitable is only about 10% of it, unless you’re a Brand Name creative.

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They are ACDs at Droga5. They make a pretty awesome team.

Don’t take it personal, the industry is in an upheaval right now. Just keep trying.

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Can I take a peek at your book?

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Did you ask your contact for feedback on the interview or why you didn’t get the job? What folks say in the room vs what they tell the recruiter/HR person can be different.

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Most of the time people give jobs to people they know. It's just safer not to risk that person having a personality clash with the rest of the team if they know them beforehand. So, seek the people you know to recommend you to places.

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You might be bad at interviewing

That is good, but still doesn’t necessarily mean you’re hitting all the points you need to in the interview. Or following up with an emphatic and convincing thank you. I often meet with people who do a good job being personable, but somehow seem to forget to tell me any good reasons for me to fight for them to get a job

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I tell everyone I don’t hire that they have a good book.

That's terrible.

Life is short. Too short to live with regrets Do it!

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