Feeling Overlooked? Here’s How to Stand Out When Job Hunting

If you’ve been applying to jobs, refreshing your resume, and still not hearing back—please know this: you’re not alone.

Job hunting can be draining. You’re putting yourself out there, often without feedback, while trying to stay hopeful in a process that can feel slow, cold, or confusing. It's easy to wonder: What am I doing wrong? Why aren’t they calling?

But here’s the truth: you might not be doing anything wrong. In fact, you may be doing everything right—just not clearly showing it in a way that gets noticed.

Here are some small but powerful shifts that can help you stand out—and more importantly, feel seen in your search.