Sending out hundreds of applications with little response? You’re not alone. The job market has changed: it’s harder than ever to stand out and the old strategies don’t work anymore.

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Have you been sending out countless applications only to face silence or rejection? You’re not alone. The job market has shifted, and the old “apply everywhere and wait” approach just doesn’t work anymore. So how can you stand out and succeed in this new landscape? In this episode of Career Beats, Carmen Gonzalez welcomes back Marcus Castro, founder of Career OS. Together, they dive into the new realities of job searching: the impact of AI, why it’s harder than ever to stand out, and how to show genuine intent through proactive strategies, relationship building, and tailored outreach. 

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