Summary:
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Feeling stuck in your job search? You're likely doing too much.
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Learn how working within constraints creates clarity and momentum.
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Use a simple 25-minute move to cut through the noise and focus on what actually gets results.
The Challenge We're Solving Today
You’re juggling resume edits, endless job boards, networking messages, portfolio tweaks, and maybe even some upskilling courses on the side yet it still feels like you're spinning your wheels.
The real challenge?
You're doing too much.
Why This Matters to You
In a crowded, competitive market, clarity beats activity.
Doing more doesn’t necessarily mean better results. What it actually does is lead to burnout and decision fatigue.
When your energy is scattered, your efforts are diluted.
But when you narrow your focus, you sharpen your impact and that gets you hired faster.
Common Solutions and Why They Might Not Work
Here’s what most people try:
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Applying to tons of jobs all at once.
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Editing their resume again and again.
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Switching tasks without a plan.
These things can feel productive, but they don’t always lead to interviews. Why? Because they’re not focused. They take up your time but don’t move you forward.
A Better Approach for You
What if the key to progress was doing less but doing it consistently?
Constraint is your secret weapon here.
Here’s how to make it real:
Schedule one 25-minute block each (three total) for these three core areas:
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Materials – work on your resume, LinkedIn, or cover letter.
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Outreach – message people, ask for referrals, follow up.
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Portfolio – update your projects, case studies, or writing samples.
Put these blocks on your calendar as recurring events—ideally three times a week. That’s it. Guard these like meetings.
Show up, do the work, move on.
Over time, the structure removes the overwhelm.
You’ll get more done, with less stress.
Summary
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Doing too much will slow your job search.
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Most people waste time by jumping between tasks.
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Setting small time blocks helps you focus.
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Stick to 3 things: materials, outreach, and portfolio.
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Make it part of your weekly routine.
Your Next Steps
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Open your calendar.
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Choose three 25-minute blocks this week for Materials, Outreach, and Portfolio.
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Make them recurring (you can always adjust later).
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Stick to them for one week. Then see how you feel and how much you’ve moved forward.
P.s.
If you're tired of second-guessing your strategy and want a career change structure that actually works (without burning out), my Career Change Accelerator will help. It's built for professionals like you who are ready to move fast with WAY less friction.
Hope you'll give this a try.
See you next week.
Steph Yesil
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