27/05/2026
Last week, I posted about WHERE to look for jobs (Google). Today, let’s talk about WHEN to apply.
“Does it matter when I apply for a job?”
Short answer? Yes… but don’t let that stop you.
From my 15+ years in HR and recruiting, I can tell you that early applicants often do have an advantage. When a role was freshly posted, I’d typically review those first applications quickly while the position was top of mind and my interview pipeline was just getting started.
Does that mean companies only hire from the first batch? Absolutely not.
But applying early can help because your resume is more likely to get seen sooner, recruiter attention is highest early on, and interviews often start moving faster than people realize.
On the flip side, I see job seekers assume they’ve “missed their chance” because a posting has been up for a few days (or even longer).
Please don’t reject yourself before they do.
If you’re qualified, apply.
