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Resume is but a tool. I haven’t landed a job based on my resume in over 10 years. Does need to be a decent standard though so someone can ‘tick’ it before meeting you though but if you’re highlighting y combinator type companies that gives credibility to the companies you’ve been at.
Instead two tips on what I read.
- network network network. Use LinkedIn filters to screen for alumni at your target companies. Use school directory for email and reach out for advice. Keep it short, personalized and asking for career advice and to learn more about the company. When you met, ask questions about their journey, etc. work on your story too then ask based on what you’ve told them who are two or three others you should connect with. One won’t respond, one will be an ok lead and one will be a good lead.
- if you’re getting through to final rounds but not closing, then think about what your competition is doing. Earlier rounds are screening for experience. Later rounds are screening for impact. Make sure to have a very clear understanding of the role and strong skills you can bring to the role. Having a soft plan also helps (if you understand role right) as it shows you’re being proactive. My favourite question in an interview is to ask what skills or attributes would make someone successful in the role. Ask some follow up questions if needed and then SURPRISE! You have those exact skills! Makes it easy for them to vouch for you internally
Good luck!
You’re getting to final rounds at what sounds like interesting companies. Focus on closing.
Keep in touch with folks there too as you keep networking. I’ve done some cold reach outs too with very personalized messages for people I’d aspire to be in 10+ years. Keep it personalized, admire their career path, would welcome advice on how to do something similar.
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Abuse the hell out of those intersecting recruitment algorithms.
•Write an ATS resume
•Put it on Indeed, LinkedIn, Monster, etc.
•Turn on “Open to Work” on your LinkedIn page
•Apply for 15 jobs a day on those aforementioned jobs sites, including some on LinkedIn
—>Recruiters will begin to swarm your inbox. The longer you keep it up, the more your inbox will begin to resemble a growing beehive, with recruiters swarming around the Queen/King: you!
I did all of thqt except applying to 15 jobs per day. I'm not desperate to leave my company and I actually like the work/team. I'm just looking for a new experience right now in qn attempt to unlock my full potential.
What are your goals of breaking into big tech? and what do you consider big tech? Are we talking about FAANG level?
Also are you on LinkedIn? Is your LinkedIn profile well set up? I have not sent out and cold applied for jobs in the last 3 years. Both my WF job, current job, as well as my new job which I'm starting in a month has come via recruiter headhunting. My personal experience is that people don't pay attention all that much to resume anymore.
Great questions
Goals:
Better network, better compensation and benefits, would help me not look for jobs in the future if I have a big name on my resume and I am good at my job.
As for how I define big tech, not necessarily FAANG but a sizable company. For example, I was being interviewed at Doordash recently but sadly didn't get the job.
So I had udemy and doordash reach out to me. Udemy wasn't a good position and Doordash was awesome. I went through the whole process but was not accepted. They offered me a lower position but it would have been a step down for me and I didn't feel like I clicked well with the hiring manager for it.
I think I have a good enough LinkedIn. I will share it with you.
If all it is is the resume, should probably get a pro resume writer to take a look
Well I don't know if it is and I think I have a pretty gopd resume but I could be wrong. I also use tools such as jobalytics to see thr match before applying.
I had worked with a coach on my resume in the past and made it look amazing.
I don't know if just applying is good enough though or if I need to start getting connected instead to hiring managers and get referrals.
I'd take a six step approach of 1) clearly define your goals and your target list of companies. 2) realistically assess and play to your strengths 3) build relationships through effective and efficient networking 4) work the system by applying for the right roles at the right time on the right sites 5) train have tenacity for those interviews 6) negotiate for more. If I can be of further help, we've created a free guide here (https://hubs.li/Q018ZmKS0) or you can reach out to me on LinkedIn. https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanjstein/
Can’t give advice yet as I’m in the same boat but just wanna say that I totally feel you. People in my network who have gotten to sizeable companies also networked the hell out of it.
The research is clear that 85% of jobs come through networking. Networking is your best investment.
One way to get a Headstart if you are an immigrant is to see if there is a group that supports your country of origin or other people like you. Also focus on industry groups where you can volunteer or even serve on panels. These are a great way to extend your reach. I am also a big advocate of making sure you have a great webpage yourself and you have a link to this on your LinkedIn. Good luck
Makes total sense. I'm originally from the middle east and don't know of any groups for arabs in tech but will, definitely look around.
Thanks for the comment!
Adding to the above,
The problem is, that I don't get my resume noticed enough despite thinking I have a great resume. I'm an immigrant as well and I feel my education and early experience seem irrelevant to some folks. Due to being an immigrant, I have a very weak network in the US as I only moved here 3 years ago.
So to conclude, would love some advice on what to do here. I just moved to NYC and will be looking for either remote or hybrid roles.
Thanks in advance!
Great advice. Will try reaching out to people then.
Thanks!
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I think you pointed out the area of focus yourself, building relationships through effective outreach. It is proven to work, and from personal experience, 24 of my 29 jobs originated through WHO I knew and not WHAT I knew. I share some more tips for free here (https://hubs.li/Q018ZmKS0) and I'm always happy to connect with folks on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/alanjstein/
You should check Preppally.com, they do exactly what you are looking for (non-engineering) career accelerator for tech