You know the saying, “Applying to jobs is a full-time job”? Don’t listen to it. Applying to jobs you’re not qualified for (which 50% of job seekers reportedly do!) is counter-productive to your job search. Competition is too fierce. Even qualified applicants aren’t getting callbacks. So, stop applying to so many jobs and allocate time each week to becoming more hirable. Here’s how: 1. Volunteer – Volunteering can increase your chances of being hired if you’re strategic about it. Read more.
Katy Davis
Katy is responsible for supporting LibGig's recruiting department and recruiting for library and information management positions in the legal, federal, media, corporate, and academic sectors.
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