So I’m really good at applying to jobs because I don’t actually apply. Instead, I look for early-...

So I’m really good at applying to jobs because I don’t actually apply. Instead, I look for early-...So I’m really good at applying to jobs because I don’t actually apply. Instead, I look for early-...

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Lauren Holliday

pro

• Nov 7

So I’m really good at applying to jobs because I don’t actually apply.

Instead, I look for early-stage startups that look interesting, were recently funded and have opportunities where I can add value.

Then I send the founder a email, explaining how I could help after I do my due diligence on the company.

My average job interview conversion rate is about 30%. The average job interview conversion rate is 8%.

Last year, this landed me a $250K total comp job at a cool startup.

I’ve been wanting to automate my “no apply” strategy, and turn it into an app that others could use, instead of sending their resumes into black holes.

And so, I’ve used this challenge to take a stab at building it. It’s by no means done yet. But here’s a sneak peak of what I’ve created thus far…

https://laurenholliday89.wistia.com/medias/7ohx8324td

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NoApply - Contra/Anything Challenge

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Lauren Holliday

pro

• Nov 7

This is the actual build SO far... https://f4119bd9-6009-4a9c-826b-d9c5d8b47610.web.createdevserver.com/

And this is my job search strategy: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/how-i-landed-100k-job-didnt-apply-lauren-holliday-qjd9c/

Lauren Holliday

pro

• Nov 7

And I spelled "peek" wrong. #embarrassing

Usman Amiru

• Nov 9

@Lauren Holliday Amazing !!!

Lauren Holliday

pro

• Nov 10

@Usman Amiru Thank you!!

Said Rouah

• Nov 9

@Lauren Holliday 30% conversion is wild. The founder outreach approach makes so much sense- you're solving a problem before they even post the role. Would definitely use this if you build it out.