If your job search feels like it’s going nowhere, the problem might not be your skills, it might be how you’re spending your time.
You’re doing all the right things - at least, it seems like it. You’re applying to jobs, editing your resume, preparing for interviews… but still, nothing’s landing. While it’s tempting to double down i.e. apply to more roles, perfect your CV one more time, replay that awkward interview moment in your head, it’s likely that you’re stuck in a loop of busywork. High-effort, low-impact activities that feel like action but don’t bring you any closer to the job you want.
If you’ve been wondering “what am I doing wrong in my job search?”, you’re not alone and this episode is going to help you see things more clearly.
I break down why your time and energy might be going to the wrong places, and how to course-correct with strategies that actually lead to results. This isn’t about doing more, it’s about doing what works.
In this episode:
Why overprepping is holding you back
The mental trap of job rejection rumination
The confidence myth that keeps you stuck
How resume perfectionism slows your progress
Why comparing your job search to others is misleading
The excuses we make (and how to move past them)
Final thoughts on investing in yourself wisely
Key Links and Resources:
Inspire Careers Digital Courses
Inspire Careers on LinkedIn and Instagram
Cathy Lanzalaco on LinkedIn
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Keri-Lynne Shaw on LinkedIn, Instagram, TikTok and YouTube
