where do i get a job

[VonZoey]

The best place to start looking for a job depends entirely on what stage of your career you are in and what kind of role you are targeting. For most people, a combination of general job aggregators and industry-specific platforms yields the best results. I would recommend starting with LinkedIn for professional networking and corporate roles, Indeed for volume and variety across all industries, and Glassdoor to research company culture and salary ranges during the candidate screening process. If you are in tech or creative fields, platforms like Built In (for tech hubs) or Dribbble (for designers) offer more targeted opportunities.

I have seen that a structured approach dramatically increases success rates. Instead of blasting your resume to hundreds of listings, focus on 20-30 high-quality applications where you tailor your resume and cover letter to the job description. Companies use Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to filter candidates, so including keywords from the job posting is critical. Research shows that referrals are the most effective way to get an interview. A study from Jobvite indicated that referred candidates are five times more likely to be hired than candidates from a standard job board. So, after you find a role on a platform, your next step should be to find a connection at that company on LinkedIn to ask for a referral.

Below is a quick comparison of the most common platforms to help you decide where to focus your energy:

Platform	Best For	Key Strategy	Typical Success Rate (Entry-Level)
LinkedIn	Professional networking, corporate roles	Build a profile with keywords, get referrals	High (with networking)
Indeed	Volume, part-time, retail, hospitality	Apply quickly, but prioritize recent postings	Medium
Glassdoor	Researching salary & culture	Read reviews before applying	Lower (apply volume)
Company Career Pages	Direct applications, large corporations	Tailor resume to specific company values	Very High (if targeted)

The most effective strategy is to treat your job search like a project. Set a daily goal of applying to a few roles, spend 30 minutes networking, and another 30 minutes learning a new skill. Consistency is far more effective than sporadic bursts of activity.

[DePresley]

Honestly, I started ignoring the big job boards a while ago. They are just too noisy. The best place for me has been company career pages directly. I have a list of about 20 companies I admire in my industry, and I check their "Careers" section every week. You avoid the crowd of applicants, and employers see you as a more serious candidate because you found them directly. It feels more targeted, and I have gotten two interviews this way without any competition from the "Easy Apply" crowd.

[DelThomas]

Networking is the only answer that has ever worked for me. I do not mean going to stuffy events. I mean reaching out to old colleagues on LinkedIn or messaging people in groups I am in. I got my last three jobs because someone forwarded my resume to a hiring manager before the job was even posted. The hidden job market is real. About 70% of jobs are not published on public boards. So, I would say the best place to get a job is inside your own network.

[SanJosiah]

For me, it was about changing my focus. I was a generalist, applying everywhere. Then I niche down. I used Built In to find tech companies specifically in my city, and I also used Google for Jobs because it aggregates from everywhere. The best move was using Boolean search strings on Google to find hidden pages. Things like site:linkedin.com "hiring" "software engineer" "remote" brought up results I could not find on the standard search. It felt like hacking the system, and it worked.

[AmirFitz]

I think the "where" is less important than the "how." You can find a job on any platform if you are strategic. For me, the best place was a freelance platform first. I started on Upwork taking small projects to build a portfolio and get testimonials. That proved my skills. Then, I used that portfolio to apply for full-time roles on LinkedIn. Employers saw proof of my work, not just a resume. So, if you are struggling, start with a platform that lets you prove your value through small projects, then transition to a permanent role.