Services
I'm offering services to support people at different stages of their search for impactful work; from finding opportunities, getting interviews to the entire process of launching a new career.
Having hunted and landed roles across sectors, industries and geographies, I'm keenly aware of the painful inefficiencies in the process. I'm excited to help job hunters avoid common pitfalls, stay focussed and motivated, and hopefully, even enjoy and learn from their job hunting journey!
Common pitfalls and challenges
My services are designed to optimise the process, and help jobhunters avoid common mistakes.
Finding opportunities
Most people aren't actively following the job market when they're employed, so when it comes time to find a new job, they're unaware of what opportunities exist and how their skills might be transferable to other roles and industries - severely limiting the scope of their job search.
Engaging employers
For many, jobhunting means submitting applications and waiting for responses. It's no surprise most people don't hear back, given that jobs are usually filled internally or via networks. Those who are actively networking still struggle with questions like: Who should I talk to? How do I get them to respond (without being creepy)? What do I ask them?
Optimising applications
This is usually severely underinvested in, as it's not possible without having engaged with potential employers. Insights from these conversations enable jobhunters to customise their CV/resume and cover letter to employer's keywords, take courses to fill in skill gaps, or even update their overall career plan.
My approach
Having gone through and supported others through multiple job hunts, I focus on three pillars that yield results:
Systems
Track progress and stay motivated
There are so many job boards, job listings, potential roles and people to talk to - how do you keep track of it all and how do you know if you're making progress?
I help jobhunters set up effective systems: from sourcing jobs, tracking progress, planning outreach and designing career experiments - so they can focus on the conversations that really matter.
Conversations
Build network and update your plan
Talk to people working in your target roles, companies and industries. Not only does this open doors, you may also change your mind about what you're really looking for.
I help jobhunters find the right people and ask the right questions, using multiple channels: from LinkedIn outreach, podcasts and industry slack groups, to mentorship programs and professional volunteering.
Experiments
Test job ideas before taking the leap
You think you know what jobs you want, but you've never actually done them. How might you do quick, cheap tests and get certainty about which's actually a good fit?
I help jobhunters brainstorm and design experiments to test their career hypotheses, using informational interviews, job shadowing, "returnships", fellowships and gigs.
Success Stories
I've helped some great people connect with impactful jobs and launch exciting new careers.
Financial modelling for forest-fire detection #Insight Robotics
M&A, strategy consultant and equity research
"A really interesting project - I would have never learnt about this industry or opportunity if Jah Ying hadn't connected us!"
Service Packages and Pricing
*Percentages are recommended donations contingent on you successfully landing an opportunity
with an organisation I recommended or referred to you in the last 18 months.
FOMO Explorer
Don't miss out on the perfect job opportunity! I'll be your personal headhunter, constantly on the lookout for jobs that match your skills, experience, personality and the causes you care about.
$0 upfront
+ 5% of annual salary*
(recommended donation on success)
2-4 weekly job recommendations
Your personal job board available 24/7
Optimisation based on weekly feedback
Ad hoc intros to people in target roles and industries
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Get Ready to Move
Figure out what you want and prepare for your career move. I'll help you systematically identify jobs, analyse your fit and connect with people in your target role and industry, so you're fully prepared to take the leap when the time is right.
+ $99 per month
FOMO Explorer PLUS
Monthly intro to a contact in your target role and/or industry
On-demand intros within JY network
Personalised job and outreach tracker
Monthly check-in to discuss progress and update outreach strategy
Build Your Toolkit
Been a while since you last applied for job? Need to fill experience gaps, update the CV/resume/LinkedIn, or create a personal website? I'll work with you to craft your professional story, test your messaging and refine your job application materials.
+ $199 per month
Get Ready to Move PLUS
Monthly project to build your professional brand or job application
Weekly progress check via email
Advice on outreach and info interviews to build network and test your brand