Job SearchMarch 7, 20265 min read
The Hidden Job Market: How 70% of Roles Get Filled
Most jobs are filled before they're posted. Here's how to find them.
The biggest myth in job searching is that the job board is the job market. It isn't. It's the leftover market.
How to access hidden roles
- Reach out to 5 people per week at companies you'd join — no ask, just curiosity
- Comment thoughtfully on LinkedIn posts from hiring managers in your space
- Ask for advice, not jobs (advice converts to jobs; cold pitches don't)
- Re-engage your existing network every 90 days
The conversation template
"Hi — I've been following your team's work on X. I'm exploring my next move and would love 15 minutes to learn how you think about Y." Specific, low-pressure, easy to say yes to.
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