The 2-hour job search
by Steve Dalton · first published 2012
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"A job-search manual that gives career seekers a systematic formula to efficiently and effectively target potential employers and secure the essential first interview"--Provided by publisher.
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http://www.amazon.com/2-Hour-Job-Search-Technology-Faster/dp... I think this is a really useful, easy to read, book good luck
on “Ask HN: How to find an “entry level” job?” ↗read Steve Dalton's "2 hour job search" (abridged version: http://career-prospectors.com/pdf/CP-Part2-2HJS-28Jul2020.pd...) This lays out a process which works counter to the conventional wisdom of applying to open positions on job boards…
on “Ask HN: How can an older worker going back to CS after a break find a position?” ↗…considered. You'll probably become a better entrepreneur too. But if you're looking to work at one of the FAANGs or a hot startup, usually networking is the best path forward. I always recommend the 2 Hour Job Search. It has a great methodology to find jobs that still works, even in this economy. The sad truth is that the vast majority of job opportunities are not posted, so go work on your social capital.
on “Ask HN: Can You Buy Your Way into Your Dream Job?” ↗Thanks for the hint with "2 Hour Job Search"!
on “Ask HN: Can You Buy Your Way into Your Dream Job?” ↗One of the takeaways from Steve Dalton (2 Hour Job Search, The Job Closer, I think this came from him at the very least, I'll need to dig up the specific quote) is that you shouldn't spend very much time on a resume, because it's one of the least important parts…
on “Show HN: I'm deprecating LinkedIn recruitment with a Lisp, SQLite and htmx” ↗