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Excellent post. One question, though -- what if you never even get to the interview stage? I've applied for several (10+) positions with a defense contractor over the past year, and they immediately give me the rubber stamp rejection within hours of my application. (On their job site, you are able to see what your application status is.)
I am well-qualified for every job that I apply for with them, yet it seems like they have some sort of personal vendetta against me. I know it sounds crazy, but it's extremely frustrating and I feel like the recruiters automatically hit the "not selected" button each time they see my name!
Any advice? Should I just stop applying to jobs with this particular company?
And this experience has been a problem, remains a problem and may be getting worse - here are my quick thoughts...
The flow of talent is great and the human resources made available to research and react are fewer resulting in system process management…not a good experience as you describe.
• Network into the company by finding someone working there with the appropriate title to review and utilize your experience. Use social networks, linkedin, friends, google, etc – you know the drill
• Get them a message requesting their help and expertise on a project or question – try to find something worthwhile that nothing to do with your need for work…something that can be of benefit to them as well. For instance, “I am writing a white paper or blog on (subject of industry and expertise interest) and would like to discuss your thoughts, insights and availability to participate if appropriate and interested”…no job question
Work the problem by trying to solve something other than your need for work, incorporating assistance from key decision makers at the company you are interested in ultimately working with…lower work expectation, get excited about the project and see what happens.
No HR systems nexecessary