28-Day Action Plan to Find a Startup Job: Week 2
Last week we shared the things to do on your first week of the search for your dream job here.
This is the second of the four articles that will provide you with a detailed and step-by-step job hunting process. In exactly twenty-eight days, you can start a new career for yourself.
Things to do on Week 2
Day 8: Application Sprint One
Apply to start-up jobs that are a good fit.
1) Apply generously, but do not spam applications to multiple roles in the same start-up!
2) Use the right CVs that match the roles.
3) Customise your cover letters where necessary. You can check our related article for more information: How to Write a Professional Cover Letter to Get a Startup Job
4) We recommend dedicating one day to each platform. i.e., LinkedIn Application Day, WorkinStartups Application Day, Reed Application Day.
5) Do not forget to note down details in Your Applications Sheet Example as you apply to each role.
6) If not visible, do some research on the startups LinkedIn company page to find out who is leading the recruitment, and add that person as a contact on Your Applications Sheet.
Day 9: Application Sprint One
Apply to start-up jobs that are a good fit.
1) Apply generously, but do not spam applications to multiple roles in the same start-up!
2) Use the right CVs that match the roles.
3) Customise your cover letters where necessary.
4) We recommend dedicating one day to each platform. i.e., LinkedIn Application Day, WorkinStartups Application Day, Reed Application Day.
5) Do not forget to note down details in Your Applications Sheet as you apply to each role.
6) If not visible, do some research on the start-ups LinkedIn company page to find out who is leading the recruitment, and add that person as a contact on Your Applications.
Day 10: Application Sprint One
Apply to start-up jobs that are a good fit.
1) Apply generously, but do not spam applications to multiple roles in the same start-up!
2) Use the right CVs that match the roles.
3) Customise your cover letters where necessary.
4) We recommend dedicating one day to each platform. i.e., LinkedIn Application Day, WorkinStartups Application Day, Reed Application Day.
5) Do not forget to note down details in Your Applications Sheet as you apply to each role.
6) If not visible, do some research on the start-ups LinkedIn company page to find out who is leading the recruitment, and add that person as a contact on Your Applications.
Day 11: Evaluation & Recalibration
Evaluate what you learned, and further calibrate your CVs and online profiles for the roles you are applying for.
Don’t forget keyword optimisation! Make sure your CVs and online profiles have the keywords that are in the jobs you have been applying for.
Day 12: Break Day
Congratulations! You have completed the difficult bit. Today is your break day. Enjoy, and get ready for the second half.
The rest is easier. You will need to take 3 hours each day for applications, follow-ups and reaching out via alternative channels.
Day 13: Direct Reach Out
Directly reach out to Founders, CEOs, CTOs, Heads of Marketing/Sales/HR or any person that might have decision authority within the company.
A growing start-up is looking for new employees that are good. Your only task here is to let them know you are a decent candidate for their open roles. Do not try to oversell, or convince yourself that you are good. Play it cool, and let them know you are available for X role. Be specific in which roles you think you are a fit for. Support your messages with some research about the company. Most importantly, make sure your message is personal and does not have a canned feel.
Day 14: Application Sprint Two Apply to start-up jobs that are a good fit.
1) Apply generously, but do not spam applications to multiple roles in the same start-up!
2) Use the right CVs that match the roles.
3) Customise your cover letters where necessary.
4) We recommend dedicating one day to each platform. i.e., LinkedIn Application Day, WorkinStartups Application Day, Reed Application Day.
5) Do not forget to note down details in Your Applications as you apply to each role.
6) If not visible, do some research on the start-ups LinkedIn company page to find out who is leading the recruitment, and add that person as a contact on Your Applications.
Next week, we will be discussing more on this topic and provide you with the steps to be taken in week 3.
