087: Reduce job search overwhelm with a task batching schedule

Career Strategy Podcast with Sarah Doody | UX, Product Design, UX Research

In today's episode Sarah shares an incredibly practical and efficient tip that's going to revolutionize your job search strategy: batching.

Sarah discusses actionable advice on how to group similar tasks to stay focused and save time, from updating your resume to networking on LinkedIn.

She walks you through different approaches and schedules for organizing these tasks & staying accountable through completion, whether on a weekly or monthly basis.

If you're feeling overwhelmed by your job search, this might be the game-changer you need to take control and reduce stress in your job search.

Timestamps

00:05 Unlocking career success, seeking impact, flexibility, growth, and fair pay.

01:51 Streamline your job search with batching; grouping similar tasks together.

04:05 Effective job search strategies.

06:22 Maximizing job application efficiency by batching cover letters and resumes.

07:18 Protect your calendar, schedule and stick to your job search plan.

08:10 Importance of planning & taking ownership of your calendar for accountability.

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