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Do recruiters actually care about cover letters?
And when they quietly make a difference
Mar 17
The first decision recruiters make when they open your CV
And why a strong profile can still get overlooked
Mar 10
You’re not getting interviews and it’s probably not the market
Four patterns I keep seeing when reviewing CVs
Mar 3

February 2026

The most qualified candidate doesn’t always get the job
Why trying your best isn’t enough and what to do instead
Feb 24
What recruitment taught me about job searching
And what I’d do differently now
Feb 17
If everyone feels behind, maybe no one is
What happens when the rules change but expectations don’t
Feb 10
Why recruiters don’t reply to your messages
And what actually makes a difference
Feb 3

January 2026

What no one tells you about the “hidden job market”
If you’ve been job searching and feeling stuck, read this before you apply again
Jan 27
Your aunt’s job search advice is outdated
Here’s what hiring looks like now and what to do instead
Jan 20
Why “doing great work” isn’t enough
And what actually gets remembered when decisions are made
Jan 13
If you’ve been thinking about changing roles, read this first
The answer you should have ready before the question comes up
Jan 6

December 2025

Before the year ends…
All things considered, we’re good.
Dec 30, 2025
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