How I ended up getting multiple offers in last 45 days!

I am a graphic designer and is in the industry for the last 10 years. Recently quit and joined back after 3 months. I m not denying the experience had a big role to play here but apart from that, here are the tips that helped me:

I was almost never completely honest in my interviews but rather presented myself strategically. Didn’t reveal my exact previous salary because I wanted better pay, and never told them I left due to a toxic workplace or bad boss. I avoided speaking negatively about past employers altogether, and made my future plans sound aligned with the company, even if they’re not. Most importantly, I never downplayed my contributions- spoke with confidence and positioned myself as someone who adds value. Made my CV and answers function like a pitch.

A great resume that properly explains who you are and what you can bring to their company will open so many doors for you you would be shocked. If you don’t know how to make your resume great, it might be a bigger ROI to use those free tools that are fast and effective and can create resumes that cater to each type of role you apply for.

I’ve never liked LinkedIn, I used it very rarely. For me personally it’s massively overrated, and if you’re genuinely looking for a job on LinkedIn you might consider switching sites. If the company posts a job on their website before LinkedIn, apply there first. As I stated, LinkedIn is horrible for job searching. Of course you can get lucky, but the keyword is lucky. Company sites always have fewer applicants. LinkedIn gets flooded fast. I always applied directly through company sites and could do it faster because I was notified every time a company posts vacancy.

if you want, I can also share the list of platforms/apps I used to apply through instead of linkedin and tools that helped me find job listings as soon as they're uploaded.

Since there are no links for the linkedin alternatives I'm just listing it down here:

We Work Remote

Indeed

Jobcat- Also works great for resume tailoring

Wellfound- if you want to join early stage start ups

Otta- If you're looking for roles in tech or startups

Remote Ok- For remote tech and creative jobs