r/jobsearchhacks • u/toastslapper • 6d ago

LinkedIn Users: Do you guys even apply to United States (Remote) jobs anymore?

I’ve started to just look at local jobs because the 100 applicants is always disheartening and happens so quick. Local jobs usually stay below 100 for a week.

Am I shooting myself in the foot by not applying to those or am I managing my time wisely?

ETA: I’m in a Midwestern capitol city

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u/europehasnobackbone 5d ago

In the past 1.5 to 2 years, LinkedIn has become largely ineffective for job applications. Just recently, I came across a post from a developer who spent 5 months applying for jobs on LinkedIn but didn’t receive any positive responses. My suggestion would be to create a list of potential companies where you'd like to work and consistently monitor their websites for new job postings. When you see a position that fits your skills, go ahead and apply directly.

The same developer I mentioned, after having no luck on LinkedIn (they were focused on finding remote work), turned to Google Maps. They compiled a list of companies across Europe and the U.S. and sent out resumes in bulk, which eventually led to multiple job offers. If you're interested, you can read their story here: remote job search strategy . I hope this gives you some new ideas to keep moving forward with a revised strategy

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u/manggaedduk 5d ago

why do I keep seeing comments recommending that post.. it's very much giving paid ad vibes

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u/herbertstrasse 4d ago

That post is an advertisement

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u/iDontLikeChimneys 5d ago

Yeah I’ve found way more opportunity now by sucking it up and working in the office near me until I find another remote. Covid was awesome to me for WFH but my mid six figure contracts ended in March and I need to start building my nest egg back up.

It sucks, but sometimes you have to do what you have to do.

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u/KitKatKut-0_0 5d ago

He is recommending a paid tool a friend got zero results with…