maya_career
Junior
43 posts
"Learning something new about careers every week."
Posted on 13. Oct 2026
Quick summary
31 with a 10 year work gap. Can't seem to get any sort of job. is a common question in the Job Search Strategies and Techniques space right now.
What I am trying to figure out
- What has worked for others recently
- Common mistakes to avoid
- Practical next steps
Context
I am comparing advice from coaches, recruiters, and peers. If you have been through this, I would love to hear what helped.
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— Maya, job seeker
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james_coach
Junior
26 posts
"Small steps beat perfect plans."
Posted on 15. Oct 2026
Great question. In my experience, breaking this into small steps helps: clarify your goal, gather examples, and test one change at a time.
Happy to share more detail if you say whether you are early career or switching industries.
— James, career coach
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— James, career coach
marcus_webb
Junior
44 posts
"Skills transfer — industry changes fast."
Posted on 15. Oct 2026
Great question. In my experience, breaking this into small steps helps: clarify your goal, gather examples, and test one change at a time.
Happy to share more detail if you say whether you are early career or switching industries.
— Marcus, software engineer
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— Marcus, software engineer
