# Job Search Strategy

> Design a focused job search system with role targeting, pipeline tracking, and application strategy. USE WHEN a task matches the Craft workspace workflow for job-search-strategy.

- Skill: `sheshiyer/job-search-strategy` (Agent Skill, multi-file: 2 files)
- Install (CLI): `npx skillmds@latest add sheshiyer/job-search-strategy`
- Raw SKILL.md: https://api.skillmd.com/api/skills/sheshiyer/job-search-strategy/raw
- Safety review: pending
- Works with: Claude Code, Claude.ai, OpenAI Codex
- Category: DevOps & Infra
- Author: Sheshiyer (https://skillmd.com/u/sheshiyer)
- Updated: 2026-09-17
- Page: https://skillmd.com/skills/sheshiyer/job-search-strategy

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# Job Search Strategy

Use this skill when the user wants a structured approach to finding and landing the right job.

## Trigger Conditions
- User asks where/how to apply for jobs
- User needs a role-targeted search approach
- User wants an application pipeline strategy

## Required Inputs
1. Target role(s), industries, and location preferences
2. Experience level and core strengths
3. Timeline and constraints (notice period, visa, remote preference)
4. Current resume/LinkedIn status

## Workflow
1. **Targeting**: narrow target roles and company archetypes.
2. **Market mapping**: identify best platforms, communities, and referral paths.
3. **Application strategy**: define customization level per application tier.
4. **Pipeline management**: build weekly cadence and tracking board.
5. **Conversion optimization**: review interview rate and tune approach.

## Output Format
- Role targeting matrix
- Platform/channel strategy
- Weekly outreach/application plan
- Pipeline tracker template
- Metrics to review weekly

## Guardrails
- Optimize for quality over random volume.
- Prioritize evidence-backed role fit.
- Include referral-first tactics where possible.