250 InApply applicants?! I'll never stand a chance

Picture this: You find the PERFECT job opening on LinkedIn.

You’re pumped! 

You scroll down…and woah—there are already 250 applicants.

Your stomach kinks into a thousand knots.

You think, “What fresh garbage is this?”

"That's too many applicants. I don't stand a chance."

EHHHHNNNNN (That's a big annoying buzzer sound)

Yes. You absolutely do stand a chance.

Why, you ask?

Man, you're great at asking the right questions.

Allow me to enlighten you.

Because the applicant count doesn’t mean anything other than LinkedIn is making bank on advertising.

Most people click “Easy Apply” without a second thought.

"Here ya' go, company people in company land. Call me!"

Then they toss in a completely irrelevant, generic resume.

LET'S DO SOME MATH!

What I just described is about 95% of the applicants.

You're part of the 5% who is actually qualified.

Your odds of getting noticed just went from 1:250 to 1:12.

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SO, Here Are Your New LinkedIn Job Search Rules:

Don’t get spooked by the number of applicants.
Do focus on whether you’re actually qualified. Are your skills, experiences, and accomplishments aligned? Then go for it.

Don’t click that tempting “Easy Apply” button on LinkedIn.
Do go to the company’s website and apply directly.
Why? It’s usually the preferred way, plus it shows you care enough to put in the extra step.

Don’t just drop in any ol' resume.
Do tailor it to this exact job. Match their keywords. Show the impact you’ve made in past roles. Make it obvious you’re their person.

Don’t forget about your network.
Do check if you know anyone at the company or could get a referral. Even a quick intro email can give you an edge.

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Why This Works

Think about it.

Most applicants are just…applying.

No effort to make an impression.

You’re bringing intentionality and strategy.

Plus, you have me on your side feeding you these sweet tips.

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Ready To Just Get To It Already??

You're ready to rise above the crowd. The Elevated Careers Career Change Accelerator™ has everything you need to build materials that are a standout, like you. Let's catch recruiters' attention from the start.

Remember: You’re not just another name in the pile—you’re showing them why you’re the one they’ve been waiting for.

Now give them the gift of a killer candidate (YOU). 

Hope you'll give these steps a try.

With you all the way.

See you next week.