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by starbase 973 days ago
Zero responses for career means there's a bug in your job-finding algorithm.

Here are a few Qs to discover your blind spots: Have you spoken to the large industrial employers in your region? The nearest hospital? The fastest growing companies in your state? The businesses that sponsor local sporting events and festivals? Have you looked out of area? Tried contract work? Gotten feedback from a recruiter? Asked a prof if they can introduce you to anyone? Called the mayor? Schmoozed at a Chamber of Commerce meeting?

Half these things may sound uncomfortable and awkward, but I guarantee you won't get through the list without being offered a job. Put yourself out there in multiple ways.