WEEK 2DAY 7TASK 2
Adjust Your Strategy
Step by Step
ESTIMATED TIME10 min+10 progress points
Step by Step
1
Step 1
Identify what is working Are certain types of roles generating more responses? Is Handshake performing better than LinkedIn? Are alumni connections leading to conversations?
2
Step 2
Identify what needs adjustment If you have sent 15 or more applications with no responses your resume or targeting likely needs work. Book a resume review with your university career services office or ask a trusted contact with hiring experience to look at it.
3
Step 3
Make one specific adjustment for Week 3
Common adjustments for recent graduates:
Expanding the types of roles you are applying to
Broadening the geographic area or including remote roles
Strengthening your cover letter
Adding more portfolio evidence to your resume
Increasing alumni outreach