Job Search Strategy Tier List

Using alumni job boards

Using industry-specific communities

AI job matching platforms

Mass applying to jobs

Reaching out before a role is advertised

Connecting with former colleagues

Connecting with alumni

Attending industry events

Attending virtual networking events

Joining professional communities

Working with specialist recruiters

Creating content around your expertise

Building a personal brand

Asking for referrals from strangers

Sending video introductions to hiring managers

Portfolio-based outreach

Customizing outreach messages

Sending generic outreach messages

Re-engaging dormant contacts

Asking for informational calls

Following target companies on LinkedIn

Posting consistently on LinkedIn

Commenting strategically on LinkedIn

Building relationships before you need a job

Informational interviews

Asking your network for introductions

Target company lists

Creating Tier 1 and Tier 2 target companies

Following up after applying

Following up after interviews

Tailoring your resume for each role

Tailoring your LinkedIn profile to your target role

Applying within the first 24-48 hours

Setting job alerts

Using niche job boards

Using general job boards

Using startup job boards

Project-based outreach

Speculative applications to target companies

Tracking every application

Tracking networking conversations

Using a job search CRM

Researching hiring managers before applying

Researching the company before applying

Reaching out after company funding announcements

Reaching out after leadership hires

Reaching out after company expansion news

Direct job applications

LinkedIn Easy Apply

Company career pages

Networking with hiring managers

Networking with recruiters

Networking with employees at target companies

Cold outreach to hiring managers

Cold outreach to recruiters

Recruitment agencies

Executive search firms

Following recruiters in your niche

Commenting on hiring managers' posts