Re:Ask HN: How do I understand the results of my job search?
by definitegrunt on Saturday November 23, 2019 @05:43PM
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- I'm a U.S. citizen based in the U.S., though my most recent work experience is in a foreign country. I'm applying to jobs in the major tech hubs. I have previous experience in one of those locations.
- All applications in response to ads.
I've been working with a recruiter but they haven't done much for me. Very generic resume feedback (e.g. "Here's an example of a good resume. Just compare yours.") and no feedback from recruiter when companies turn me down.
Re:Ask HN: How do I understand the results of my job search?
by 100-xyz on Sunday November 24, 2019 @07:26AM
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The recent experience in a foreign country may affect you negatively. I moved back to the US after about 15 years in China and had a difficult time getting a job in the USA. But now that I have my most recent job in the US things are much better.
As for your stats, they look normal. It's a numbers game and the interviews have a large element of luck - some will click well, most will not. In the end, its just a shit job!
- which country are you based in? (each country's job market is wildly different); are you native of that country?
- do you apply in response to job ads, or find companies you like and apply even if there are no openings?
If I can advise something regarding no responses: finding a recruiter (on LinkedIn etc.) and talking to them directly might yield better responses than applying via a blackbox website (although this is just my gut feeling).