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15 Job-Hunting Myths That Are Holding You Back (And What to Do Instead)
Stop falling for outdated job search advice! Discover the truth behind common job-hunting myths and learn proven strategies to land your next job faster
Job hunting is tough, but bad advice makes it even harder. Many job seekers fall for common myths that hold them back — believing they need a one-page résumé, thinking they must meet 100% of job qualifications, or assuming they need corporate experience to land a good job.
The reality? The hiring process isn’t as rigid as many people think. Companies are more flexible than job descriptions suggest, networking is more powerful than most people realize, and strategic applications will always outperform mass submissions.
In this article, we’ll debunk 15 of the biggest job-hunting myths and show you what actually works.
Lie #1: “Apply to as many jobs as possible”
Why this doesn’t work:
Many people assume that applying to 100 jobs increases their chances, but in reality, it just leads to burnout and generic applications that get ignored. Hiring managers can tell when a résumé hasn’t been tailored to their specific role, and generic applications rarely stand out.
