The article discusses a personal experience of navigating the job application process and the frustrations of recruitment followed by the author's development of a Chrome extension that automates the follow-up process. The extension simplifies sending polite follow-up emails after applying, utilizing basic coding and tools like Make.com and ChatGPT. The author emphasizes that following up shows genuine interest and helps candidates stand out. They also reflect on the importance of manageable side projects that reduce friction in the application process and enhance motivation.
Somehow, the bar keeps rising-referral? Video intro? Homework project?-and still we're told 'just follow up.' After the 30-hour week called 'full-time recruiting,' I rarely had energy left to chase down recruiters' emails.
Silence ≠ rejection. Recruiters sift through hundreds of apps; the polite ping helps them remember you. It shows you care. If two candidates look equal on paper, the one who reaches out usually wins.
Friction kills good intentions. If I have to copy-paste anything, I'll put it off until 'tomorrow,' which never comes. Side projects are therapy.
One click = one polite follow-up. The extension grabs the company name and role, drafts a short email, and tries to find a real recruiter's address.
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