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Finding a New Job in 2021 - It’s HARD! (95% Rejection Rate)

Job Search Journey Summary

Overview

  • Duration: 18 weeks (with 5 weeks from application to offer)
  • Initial Outlook: Optimistic due to high job openings, but faced challenges specific to Data Analytics roles.

Key Insights

  • Labor Market Shift: Labor Day marked a turning point; prior to September, it was mostly rejections.
  • Burnout: Experienced a significant dip in confidence, requiring a break in Week 11.
  • Resume Format Impact: Transition to Method E resume format (more modern, visually appealing) was crucial, with the first interview requests only appearing after its implementation.
  • Rejection Statistics:
    • 95% rejection rate (includes ghosting)
    • 1 in 20 applications resulted in an interview
    • 3 months for a screening interview
    • 5 weeks from application to an offer

Weekly Breakdown

Q1: Weeks 1-11

  • Weeks 1-6:
    • Method A: Direct applications to company websites.
    • Results: 100% rejection rate.
    • Total Apps: 19
  • Weeks 7-11:
    • Method B: Focused applications to specific companies.
    • Results: Continued high rejection rate, leading to mental exhaustion.
    • Total Apps: 32

Week 11:

  • Break: Took time off to reset, recognizing the toll of constant rejections.

Q2: Weeks 12-19

  • Week 12:

    • Method E: Updated resume format.
    • Results:
      • 14 applications
      • 2 interview requests
      • Signs of improvement after shifting the resume style.

  • Week 13-14:

    • Continued Success with Method E:
      • Snagged interview requests and positive responses.
      • Increased applications but maintained focus on quality.

  • Weeks 15-16:

    • Interviewing Phase:
      • 2nd round interviews and multiple requests solidified the upward trend.
      • Juggled several companies simultaneously.

  • Week 17:

    • Tentative Offer from Company B:
      • Focus shifted towards finalizing logistics for the offer.

  • Week 18:

    • Firm Offer Received:
      • Continued engaging with other companies, but ultimately decided to accept the offer from Company B.

Final Thoughts

  • Total Applications: 88
  • Interviews: 5
  • Rejections: 81
  • Withdrawn: 2

Strategy Going Forward

  • Approach: Focus on direct applications (Resume -> Company Portal) without gimmicks or reliance on networking.
  • Mindset: Resilience is key; high rejection rates are common, but persistence leads to success.

Encouragement

  • Message to Others: Don't give up! A 95% rejection rate can feel disheartening, but remember that you only need one opportunity to succeed. Celebrate small victories, learn from the process, and keep pushing forward.



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