In Step 04, we started to DESIGN your unique path to the Next Level.

Let's be real: Your job search strategy is probably as sophisticated as picking lunch on DoorDash. And its definitely more frustrating than waiting for the delivery guy.

The typical approach:

1. Open LinkedIn

2. Type "Job Title" + "Location"

3. Pray to the algorithm gods

4. Wonder why you're not getting traction

5. Get pissed off at the opportunities available

Here's the cold truth: The best opportunities aren't found – they're DESIGNED.

Your Playbook to Design your path to the Next Level is about creating your personal Search Grid

Across the top - Roles (What you'll do)

Down the side - Your Ideal Situation (Where you’ll thrive)

• Industry

• Location

• Company Size + Stage (are they a multinational / conglomerate or a startup, expansion stage company, turnaround, etc…)

• Culture

• Compensation

• Other variables that are important to you

Across the bottom of the grid - Your Target List:

1. Dream companies (Your "hell yes" list)

2. As you research and talk with people, you’ll discover many hidden gems - companies you never knew existed but that match your criteria.

Then, ask for help - tell your network what you’re looking for and ask them to open doors.

But remember: The market rewards precision. "Open to opportunities" is code for "I haven't done the work and have no clue where I want to go next."

Your Playbook:

1. Build your search grid

2. Map your targets

3. Craft your ask

4. Execute with precision

Stop playing career roulette. Start designing the path to your Next Level.

What's your target? Where will you thrive?

STEP 04 / Chapters:

4.1 The Search Grid - 4.2 Target Roles - 4.3 Your Ideal Situation - 4.4 Target Companies - 4.5 Do The Research - 4.6 Mind The Gap - 4.7 What’s Your Ask - Step 04: DESIGN / Your Playbook

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