I’ve been applying to jobs for the past two months primarily on LinkedIn - got a few interviews but nothing great. I have my MBA, 7 years in big 4, and now strategy in tech -trying to break into a Director strategy position in the tech space. Am I missing specific skills? Am I looking in the wrong place?

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Have you tried applying one level below at Senior Manager? Usually director postings I see require 10 years of experience

Where's your MBA from?

Can you explore a move to a client maybe?

Switching firms with a promo often requires a downgrade in firm prestige. Lateraling for a meaningful pay bump or a slight improvement in both prestige and pay are more likely.

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