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Jul 5, 2026
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What everyone gets wrong about the modern job search — and what actually works
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Technology may help employers manage applications, but hiring decisions are ultimately still made by people. (Unsplash+)
What everyone gets wrong about the modern job search — and what actually works
Published: July 5, 2026 9.20am EDT
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Job searching has never been more accessible — or more confusing. Platforms like LinkedIn, Indeed and employer career pages let candidates submit applications with just a few clicks. What happens after they click “submit,” however, has become fertile ground for misinformation.
Social media is filled with “career influencers,” resum…
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