Hi there,

Searching for a new job can often almost feel like a job on its own. 

With so many different platforms, formats, motivation letters...  It is easy to get trapped with the idea of the more applications I send, the better the odds.

Indeed it is competitive out there, but to REALLY stand out, it is often not enough just to share the general information about your extensive experience for the role.

But to rather focus on quality and not the number of applications sent out per day. Only apply to those you truly feel that you are an excellent fit for the role. Where your experience, values, and ethics are also met. 

Once you’ve shortlisted the candidates, study their current position. What issues are they facing? How could your knowledge contribute to their success?

[Download] Freelancer's best kept secret: Proposal Template

We have prepared a template (or more of an anti template) that could serve you as a guide when preparing your next job application.

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• Media Buyer for Growing Ad Agency
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At Work for Impact, we both have public jobs and private ones where organisations invite only a handful of people to apply. For that reason, we encourage you to review your profile and make sure it is always up to date with your latest project displayed for higher chances of being considered.

Thank you all for your replies and feedback each Thursday. As always, please include your ideas and experiences in the Freelancer Community.

Until next week!