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Why $200K+ Job Seekers FAIL (The Hidden Strategy That Works)

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Nov 3, 2025
Discover why traditional methods fail senior professionals seeking $200K+ roles. Learn the five-step blueprint successful executives use to focus on networking instead of online applications. Understand how optimizing LinkedIn can showcase your true impact. Jeff Altman emphasizes the importance of quantifying your achievements and reactivating mentor relationships. Ultimately, a strong network often outshines a polished resume in landing elite positions. Transform your job search strategy by prioritizing relationships!
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INSIGHT

Senior Job Search Requires A Mindset Shift

  • Senior-level job searches follow different rules than mid-level applications and require a mindset shift.
  • For elite roles, relationships and dialogue matter far more than a resume alone.
INSIGHT

Passivity Kills Senior Searches

  • Passive, document-focused searches correlate with failure for senior roles.
  • Candidates who neglect networking, mentors, and reciprocity lose out on elite positions.
ADVICE

Bypass Applications — Reach Out Directly

  • Stop relying on online applications and go direct by messaging hiring managers and influencers.
  • Use your network proactively to create opportunities instead of waiting for them.
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