Job search guides
Tracking, resumes, portfolios, and staying organized — practical notes from the team building Takeoff.
Best job search tools for research-based careers
If your work revolves around research, here are some tools you can use to turbo-charge your job search: application tracking, resume builders, and a portfolio websites. What to look for in a job search organizer.
How to tailor your resume per application without AI
Tailoring a resume for every job doesn't require an AI writer. Use a reusable experience library and a short checklist so each application stays specific and honest.
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How to track more than 10 job applications
Spreadsheets fall apart after a dozen roles. Here's a practical system for tracking job applications without losing status, deadlines, or follow-ups.
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Portfolio site vs. LinkedIn: which gets you hired faster
LinkedIn is where recruiters search. A portfolio site is where you control the story. Here's when each matters — and why you often need both.
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Why human-crafted resumes beat AI-generated ones
Recruiters are seeing the same AI-written phrases across hundreds of applications. Here's why a human-crafted resume still stands out — and how to write faster without a generator.
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