You’ve been following the usual advice.

Send more applications.

Tweak your portfolio.

Wait for a callback.

But you’re stuck.

Frustrated.

Wondering why nothing clicks.

It’s not your skills holding you back.

It’s the way you’re searching.

Most UX pros approach job hunting like it’s a lottery.

They apply to dozens, sometimes hundreds, of jobs, hoping one will stick.

But hiring managers don’t hire the loudest applicant — they hire the most visible one.

The difference?

It’s not about doing more.

It’s about doing what matters.

Instead of applying everywhere, you focus on the right connections.

Instead of endless tweaking, you craft one compelling narrative.

Instead of waiting for a reply, you spark a conversation.

Imagine job hunting like hosting a dinner party.

Most people scream into the crowd, hoping someone listens.

But the real connectors? They find their people, one by one, and start real conversations.

That’s how you land the roles you actually want.

The ones that pay well and value your input.

It’s not magic. It’s a mindset shift.

Here’s how to get started:

→ List your top 10 companies — the places you’d genuinely love to work.

→ Find one person at each company who makes hiring decisions.

→ Start a dialogue. Mention a shared passion, a relevant project, or a specific challenge they’re facing.

→ Instead of asking for a job, offer an insight or a perspective.

You’re not a job seeker.

You’re a problem solver.

And when you show that clearly, the right roles find you.

Reply back to this email — what’s your take? Just 1–3 words is perfect.