SummaryIn this episode of Quality Talks Bitesize, host Stu Day welcomes Dalbir Sehmbi, a seasoned professional in software testing, who shares his journey through job hunting and the strategies he employed to secure a new role. Dalbir discusses the importance of tracking job applications, building relationships with recruiters, and the lessons learned from various interview experiences. He emphasises the significance of networking and community engagement, offering valuable tips for job seekers navigating the challenging job market.Useful Links:Follow Dalbir on ⁠LinkedIn⁠Dalbir's articles: ⁠My Job Hunt – A Game of Rejections, Rewrites & Resilience ⁠& ⁠Why AI will not replace Software Testers⁠Join ⁠Ministry of Testing⁠Chapters00:00 Introductions04:26 Dalbir's Job Hunt Experience09:59 Data-Driven Job Applications15:58 Building Relationships with Recruiters21:57 Interview Preparation and Lessons Learned27:57 Final Tips for Job Seekers33:12 EndTakeawaysDalbir has nearly 20 years of experience in software testing.He applied for over 150 jobs during his job hunt.Tracking applications helped him stay organised and focused.He experienced a high rate of being ghosted by recruiters.Building rapport with recruiters can lead to better opportunities.Dalbir learned to customise his CV for each application.Networking can uncover hidden job opportunities.Celebrating small wins is crucial during job hunting.Engaging with the community can lead to unexpected opportunities.Dalbir emphasises the importance of giving back to others.

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