Silje Sundal
Job Search is Broken: Here's How We're Fixing It
Sending hundreds of applications. Hearing nothing back. Getting ghosted after interviews. The job search process is fundamentally broken, and it's not your fault.
The Numbers Don't Lie
If you're feeling frustrated with job search, you're not alone. The average job seeker sends over 100 applications and hears back from fewer than 10. Even worse, 77% of job seekers never hear anything back—not even a rejection.
This isn't a problem with your resume. It's not about your qualifications. The entire system is broken.
Why Traditional Job Search Fails
1. The Black Hole of Applications
Job boards create a "spray and pray" mentality. You send your resume into a void, hoping someone sees it among the 250+ other applications. ATS systems reject qualified candidates for formatting issues or missing keywords. It's a lottery, not a meritocracy.
2. Mismatched Priorities
Companies focus on filtering out candidates, not finding the right fit. They're optimizing for "no bad hires" rather than "find great people." This defensive approach means amazing candidates get filtered out because they don't check every arbitrary box.
3. No Room for You as a Person
The process reduces you to a list of keywords and years of experience. Your work style, preferences, values, and what makes you thrive? Irrelevant. You're matched to job descriptions, not to companies where you'll actually succeed.
The Hidden Cost
This broken system doesn't just waste your time—it impacts your career trajectory. When you take a job at the wrong company, you're not just unhappy. You underperform. You leave quickly. You start the cycle over again, this time explaining why you left after 6 months.
Meanwhile, companies complain about high turnover and poor cultural fit, not realizing they're part of the problem.
There's a Better Way
What if job search started with understanding you? Not just your skills, but how you work best, what kind of culture helps you thrive, and what you actually need from a company.
What if, instead of sending 100 generic applications, you proactively identified 10 companies where you'd be a great fit—and reached out to them directly?
This isn't a pipe dream. It's exactly what successful career changers and executives do. They don't apply to job postings. They identify target companies, build relationships, and create opportunities.
How ByeByeApply Changes the Game
We built ByeByeApply because we were tired of watching talented people struggle with a broken system. Here's how we're different:
- ✓Start with self-discovery: Understand your work style, preferences, and what makes you thrive before we show you any companies.
- ✓Quality over quantity: Get matched with companies that fit your profile, not every company with a job posting.
- ✓Proactive outreach: Learn how to approach companies directly, even when they're not actively hiring.
- ✓Tap into the untapped job market: 70% of jobs are never posted — that's a massive opportunity. We help you seize it.
It's Time to Stop Applying
The name "ByeByeApply" isn't just catchy—it's a philosophy. Stop sending applications into the void. Stop letting ATS systems reject you. Stop accepting that this is "just how it works."
There's a better way to find work. One that puts you first. One that focuses on fit, not just skills. One that treats you like a person, not a keyword list.
Ready to try a better approach? Let's find where you'll thrive and make the greatest impact.
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Start Your JourneyAbout Silje Sundal
Founder & CEO
Silje brings over 20 years of experience from leading enterprise software companies including HP, Citrix, and Workday. With deep expertise in Revenue Operations and GTM strategy, she's passionate about using AI to transform how people find work that makes them thrive.
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