The Job Seekers Journey Grow Your Network
Sep 3, 2025
In this engaging discussion, Michelle Schafer, an ICF-certified coach and founder of Michelle Schafer Coaching, shares her expertise on networking and career transitions. She discusses overcoming limiting beliefs that hinder effective networking and emphasizes the importance of genuine connections. Michelle provides practical tips for job seekers navigating job loss, highlighting resources like coaching and strategic volunteering. She also reflects on the evolving job market and encourages embracing networking as authentic relationship-building, not mere self-promotion.
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Current Job Market Dynamics
- The market is flooded with candidates after widespread layoffs, creating heavy competition for few roles.
- Generic resume spraying fails because ATS/AI filters favor targeted applications that match job postings.
Target Applications And Use Referrals
- Customize each application to the job posting to pass ATS and stand out to recruiters.
- Reach into your network for endorsements to get your resume in front of hiring managers.
Rejection Reversed By Networking
- A client got a rejection email, then used LinkedIn to contact an insider who connected him to the hiring manager.
- After interviews he received an offer and started the job, showing network follow-up changed the outcome.
