[One Sip of a Book] Net Type, Fishing Type, Harpoon Type... What Are the Effects of Job Change Strategies?

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This book is for those who are considering changing jobs but are struggling to prepare for the transition. The author is a current recruiter who reviews over 3,000 candidates annually and hires more than 200 experienced employees. From the application stage to interviews, salary negotiations, and the probation period after joining, the book organizes what you need to know and introduces the most effective methods in detail.

Once you have set your application principles, let's establish an application strategy that fits them. Broadly speaking, there are three types of strategies: ① Net type, ② Fishing type, and ③ Harpoon type. The Net type is a strategy of applying indiscriminately as soon as job postings appear. The advantage is that you can gain various experiences and obtain diverse information. By applying to different companies and learning about them, you can identify your strengths and weaknesses and make objective comparisons. Over time, you develop your own perspective and criteria for choosing companies, such as sales revenue, number of employees, business model, organizational structure, welfare benefits, and organizational culture. Also, as you go through various situations and trial and error during the recruitment process, you accumulate your own know-how and repertoire. On the downside, the Net type consumes a lot of time and energy and lacks focus. Applying to multiple companies after work when you are exhausted is not as easy as it sounds. Therefore, it is recommended only for those whose physical condition, circumstances, and resources allow it.

Next, the Fishing type is a strategy of applying selectively based on your own criteria, unlike the Net type. For example, if someone wants to switch to the IT industry, they would only apply to job postings at IT companies. Or if someone definitely wants to experience a startup, they would not apply even if there are postings from excellent large corporations or global companies. The Fishing type is actually the most common and realistic method. The advantage is that by selecting according to criteria, you are less likely to be swayed by other factors. Also, even if you are rejected, you have alternatives, and you can save time and energy compared to the Net type. The downside is that if the criteria are set incorrectly, you may make judgments from a somewhat narrow perspective. Therefore, when setting criteria, it is advisable to verify facts with someone who knows well or collect objective information through books and various media.

Lastly, the Harpoon type is a strategy of going all-in on just one company. This method is suitable when you have a clear target company you want to join. The advantage is a higher chance of acceptance because you can prepare effectively tailored to the company and position. Since your focus is not scattered, you can deeply research information, and if you have acquaintances working there, you can accurately learn about any questions you have. The downside is that if you fail, you have no alternatives. Therefore, the emotional impact of rejection can be relatively large. It is strongly recommended to prepare a Plan B to cope with this possibility. From "Where Should I Apply?"

Hey, You Can Go to Another Company Too | Written by Itjjun | Real Learning | 264 pages | 18,000 KRW