Notes on Job Hopping

1️⃣ Mass applications + keep a good mindset

The current market is sluggish and work visa policies are tightening — that’s the objective reality. Your experienced-hire job search may very well be bumpy.

What you can control is your emotions and your consistency in applying. Realize that 99% of rejections have nothing to do with your actual ability.

Be an emotionless application machine. The most valuable thing in this process is the reflection, insights, and interview skills you accumulate along the way.

2️⃣ Application platforms

For finance/tech roles, focusing on LinkedIn is usually enough.

Set up notifications for new roles and apply as soon as you receive alerts. Besides job titles, set alerts using skill keywords too (e.g., not just “data analyst,” but also “Power BI + bank” or “Python + PE”).

Apply to Easy Apply roles as well. Many are posted by recruiters — getting in touch with them may give you useful information, and they might have suitable roles now or in the future.

3️⃣ Recruiters

Reach out directly on LinkedIn to recruiters in your target industry and ask for a call.

If they happen to have a suitable role, they may recommend you. If not, at least stay connected and keep yourself on their radar.

4️⃣ CV

Prepare 2–3 polished CV versions tailored to your target directions. That’s usually enough.

Your CV must be clear and realistic. Assume HRs and hiring managers are very busy — you need to feed them core keywords and direct impact upfront.

Personally, my interview rate only improved after I significantly revised my CV with more experience.

5️⃣ Application direction + mindset (yes, mindset again)

Job searching is mentally draining, but it can also be rewarding. Treat it as a journey to your next destination — you might discover paths you’ve never even heard of before.

Who cares about rejections? In the end, you only need one offer. Job hopping is already hard enough, so be kind to yourself.