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Read the 2-hour job search - it gives step by step instructions and templates on how to do this. Basically, you strategically reach out to people on linkedin.

I'm getting my MBA now, and I spend more time networking (linkedin outreach, networking calls, meetups, coffee chat, etc) than I do on class and HW combined (but that's normal for MBA's).

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> I'm trying to remain steadfast and writing good cover letters, applying to as much as I can (10/wk or so), but I can't help but feel discouraged thinking there's someone with an in-house friend who's going to get at least an interview before me because of it.

Rather than applying to 10 jobs per week, you should aim to have about 5-10 coffee chats/networking phone calls per week with people in the industry that you're interested in.

Upwork.com has a lot of work-from-home jobs (I should mention that you'll have to wade through a bunch of ads for jobs that pay pennies to find the ads for the ones that pay decently.).

Is there any way you can go somewhere else to work in the summer? Otherwise, I think you might have to rely on volunteer work as experience, or working online through a site like upwork.com, perhaps (I'm not sure if the jobs on Upwork would be that related to your future career, but you might find something that interests you, nonetheless).

Hi! Given what you're writing, I'd recommend pursuing career exploration, which is is a process that is distinct from and a precursor to the job search, including a series of steps of practical learning and self-reflection in order to compare, contrast, and clarify which career path you are confident in pursuing. THAT is the process whereby you can confidently narrow in on which role, industry and environment is the best fit for you.
In fact, I've helped several professionals to figure out, clarify, and pursue their ideal career direction. While pivots might seem big and scary, they're often more feasible than you think, but you at least deserve to identify which path would be the best fit for you first, and then determine what your strategy, approach or next steps would be. While clarifying your ideal path can never be a quick answer on a thread, it doesn't have to take forever either, or be as daunting as it seems. With 2-3 months, you can gain confidence in your direction by ensuring you learn enough about the options and reflect on what it means for you, to find the best possible fit.
BTW, I'm Rachel, a Career Exploration Coach, and I'm happy to chat further if you'd like!

I'm in the same boat, even worse that I moved to a new city away from almost everyone I know. I've always been pretty introverted, I think, but if I'm comfortable around someone, then I don't act introverted at all. I don't know the answer, but I can say that focusing on myself, my goals, and what I want out of life helps. I've started working out, taking control of my diet/health/weight, and tried figuring out some hobbies to fill my time. I go to movies alone, coffee shops, and pretty much everywhere else. It's strangely freeing, but I still want people to be around and hang with. I've tried looking around on meetup.com, but I've never actually went anywhere. I've tried hanging with locals at the bar, but I'm just awkward I guess lol. Either way, knowing I have myself to fall back on, my own goals and personality I want to shape is enough to get me through for now.

<strong><em>Thinking, Fast and Slow ~ Daniel Kahneman</em></strong>

<strong><em>Bad Science ~ Ben Goldacre</em></strong>

Hey there, I'm Rachel Serwetz, a Career Exploration Coach. I'd recommend pursuing the process of career exploration, which should be done in completion before any job search. It is a series of steps of practical learning and self-reflection in order to compare, contrast, and clarify which career path you are most confident in pursuing. Specifically, it will help you understand and prioritize which role, industry and environment is the best fit for you. While clarifying your ideal path can never be a quick answer resolved on a thread, it doesn't have to take forever either, or be as daunting as it seems. With 2-3 months, you can gain confidence in your direction by ensuring you learn enough about the options and reflect on what it means for you, to find the best possible fit. Happy to chat further if you like!

Hi! Given what you're writing, I'd recommend pursuing career exploration, which is is a process that is distinct from and a precursor to the job search, including a series of steps of practical learning and self-reflection in order to compare, contrast, and clarify which career path you are confident in pursuing. THAT is the process whereby you can confidently narrow in on which role, industry and environment is the best fit for you.
In fact, I've helped several professionals to figure out, clarify, and pursue their ideal career direction. While pivots might seem big and scary, they're often more feasible than you think, but you at least deserve to identify which path would be the best fit for you first, and then determine what your strategy, approach or next steps would be. While clarifying your ideal path can never be a quick answer on a thread, it doesn't have to take forever either, or be as daunting as it seems. With 2-3 months, you can gain confidence in your direction by ensuring you learn enough about the options and reflect on what it means for you, to find the best possible fit.
BTW, I'm Rachel, a Career Exploration Coach, and I'm happy to chat further if you'd like!

Hey, a lot of people struggle with finding a job thats right for them!

So I'd suggest exploring career exploration, which is a separate and preparatory process that includes a series of steps of practical learning and self-reflection to compare, contrast, and clarify which professional path you are secure in pursuing. THAT is the method by which you may confidently determine which role, industry, and setting is the best fit for you.
In fact, we've helped several professionals to figure out, clarify, and pursue their ideal career direction. While pivots might seem big and scary, they're often more feasible than you think, but you at least deserve to identify which path would be the best fit for you first, and then determine what your strategy, approach or next steps would be.
BTW, I'm Rachel, a Career Exploration Coach, and I'm happy to chat further if you'd like!

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