Today we will ask most frequent questions about Ghost Jobs and Platforms where you can get a dream job! (Based on the questions I receive in progress of CV building and Job Hunting sessions) Where to Apply? When I was jobhunting, LinkedIn was my go-to platform - and it’s where I see most companies hunting for talent today. Many organisations I’ve spoken with, including ones I’ve worked for, actively search for candidates on LinkedIn. They often hire a hiring manager to streamline the process, and if your profile stands out, those managers reach out to you directly. A polished LinkedIn account with relevant keywords, a professional headshot, and detailed experience can make all the difference. It’s not just a job board - it’s a networking hub where opportunities find you. Let's connect! Let's connect! connect! connect Ghost Jobs A frustrating reality for job seekers. Ghost jobs are postings that seem real but often lead to no response, or worse, no actual job. Ghost jobs are postings that seem real but often lead to no response, or worse, no actual job. Ghost jobs are postings that seem real but often lead to no response, or worse, no actual job. Why does this happen? In my opinion, there is no real intention to create “ghost” postings, BUT: Every job posting gets flooded with applications - 1k+ applications in 24h. Processing them all is a nightmare, so 99% are automatically rejected by Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS). We talked about passing ATS scanning in another article 👌 We talked about passing ATS scanning in another article We talked about passing ATS scanning in another article Depending on the company’s settings, you might not even get a rejection email. Sending thousands of emails isn’t free, so most companies don’t bother, leaving you in limbo. It’s not personal, but it’s definitely discouraging. Others just wait until the job is closed before sending out rejection emails. In my experience, some big companies sent me a rejection email after 3–4 months after the application 😭 How not to Get Ghosted 👨‍💻 My top tip is to be fast - really fast. really fast Apply within the first few hours of a job posting going live on LinkedIn, ideally before it shows “100+ applications.” few hours That number doesn’t always mean 100 people applied, but it’s a signal the posting is getting crowded. Being in the first 50 applicants significantly boosts your chances of passing ATS filters and reaching the interview stage. Speed, paired with a strong CV, can help you beat the ghost job trap and land those interviews. strong CV strong CV That’s it for today! Add me on LinkedIn because Networking is King Add me on LinkedIn because Networking is King Add me on LinkedIn because Networking is King Join our community on Telegram 🚀 Join our community on Telegram Join our community on T

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