22/07/2026
3 Job Search Mistakes That Stop You From Getting Hired
A man sent his CV to 10 companies every day but got no interviews.
Then he was referred to us by one of our previous clients whose CV and LinkedIn we had revamped.
We rewrote his resume, optimized his LinkedIn profile, and shared a simple LinkedIn guide for him to use every day.
A few days later, interview invitations started coming in, and he got the job.
Here are the 3 mistakes he was making:
1. Only Applying Online
Everyone applies online. Don't stop there.
Connect with people who work at your target companies. Referrals can give you an advantage.
2. Being Afraid to Reach Out
A simple message like:
"Hi, I saw you work at [Company]. Can I ask you a few questions about your experience?"
can start a valuable connection.
3. Following the Crowd
Many opportunities come through networking, not job boards.
Build relationships, show your value, and be visible.
I'm Olawale Afolayan, and I help job seekers create ATS-friendly resumes, optimize LinkedIn profiles, and build job search strategies that get results.
If you're applying for jobs and getting ignored, send me a DM.