Navigating Career Challenges in SEO: Strategies for Overcoming Job Search Obstacles
Entering the SEO industry in 2016, I have dedicated years to mastering the nuances of Search Engine Optimization and digital marketing. However, a recent career setback has left me questioning my future in this field. After being laid off from a prominent Fortune 500 company in January, I embarked on an intensive job search, submitting over 70 applications for SEO and digital marketing roles. Despite my efforts, the results have been discouraging: only four interviews secured, with only two progressing beyond the initial screening—both of which I did not advance further.
This experience has prompted me to reflect on my approach and consider whether I should persist in my pursuit of an SEO position or explore alternative career paths. If you have faced similar challenges, I invite you to share your insights and strategies for breaking through such barriers. Is it worthwhile to continue applying and refining my approach, or is it time to reassess and pivot my career focus?
Your perspectives and advice would be invaluable as I navigate this uncertain period.