The previous article analyzed checking company health first, and this second article moves directly into the detailed "job conditions"; many fresh graduates, when starting to look for jobs, typically search through job websites, however some people simply see the "job title" and eagerly send out resumes, or "imagine" themselves capable of doing the job, which results in sending several resumes that all disappear into the void like stones thrown into the sea.

"Am I just not good enough?"

"Do I really have no one who wants me?"

Many friends have messaged me with these concerns, and they often voice such self-doubt, because when we ignore "self-fit" and job listing "compatibility" it leads to this situation.

Let's use actual job listings and personal considerations to think this through. During this thought process, please remember to combine four core principles

【Consideration 1: Monthly Salary Starting at 40,000】 (Note: This section may be more applicable to liberal arts graduates / science graduates please add 10,000 automatically)

On job websites, you can see a category for jobs with【monthly salary of 40,000】.

If money is your priority, you'd probably rush to send out resumes, but most of these jobs are "sales", "night security guards", "financial advisors", "insurance", or managerial positions. If we're entry-level and can't handle management roles, we're left with sales. If your goal is to make money, choosing performance-based work is actually correct.

But if you want more than just high salary and also want it related to your interests, then if you're not interested in sales or don't understand it well enough, you'll likely leave because of "poor fit". But if at the same time you can't accept low pay, you might hit a wall right at the start of your job search.

【Consideration 2: Experience Requirements】

First, let's look at "experience". If it says【no experience required】, your resume has a good chance of being opened, but whether you get an interview opportunity depends on your major, school, and the match between you and the job/company. You "want" to do this job, but if during school or in basic work experience and knowledge you have nothing to show, companies won't dare hire you, because it suggests you haven't prepared well or your interest isn't genuine. If you're truly interested, you'd naturally accumulate relevant experience during school.

Also, I want to dispel a misconception here: when a job asks for【one year or more experience】, from the company's perspective, this requirement targets new hires and hopes the new person has "work experience" or "internship experience". Whether they actually have a full year is really dependent on whether the company is desperately short-staffed. If they're very short-staffed, even with zero experience, just having a related major works. If you have relevant or similar experience, three months or six months gives you a shot at applying. Whatever you do, don't back off when you see "one year or more" — don't even submit your resume!

Fear is what I think is the key to resumes disappearing into the void. Don't overthink it — if your assessment is sound, submit it!

【Consideration 3: Job Duties】

When examining a job listing, we shouldn't just consider the brief one-line job description. Let me use a job listing from a job website as an example, as shown in the image below ↓

I randomly found a【Shopping Mall Operations Assistant】position with main duties including mall management, operations management, and marketing activities. When we talk about mall management, that includes at least four areas of expertise, which means this job requires【multitasking】, handling both hardware and people simultaneously, which means you'd need to【think fast】. Under this kind of layered pressure, it also means this position【is very busy】. Do you enjoy this?

Second, operations management requires not just people management, but also managing revenue, reports, and contract handling. Clearly, you'd need【computer office skills】, and not just simple typing and Word formatting — you'd need EXCEL proficiency, like pivot tables, formulas, and functions. After all, you're dealing with reports! And if it's Word with hundreds of contracts, would you need "mail merge"? Are you comfortable with this level of document processing?

Third, organizing marketing events means【communicating with many people】, which involves site visits, meetings, and presentations, plus countless other tasks. This also means working not just inside the office but also meeting vendors outside.【(Inner monologue: this job is really busy)】

After thinking through all three job duties and the required skills, finally reflect on this: do your personality and abilities suit this? Do you want to live this way in the future? This is very important. Do you want this kind of busy but challenging life? Or would you prefer a stable life where you leave on time? It's entirely up to you.

The above is what I've organized as directions for fresh graduates, workplace newcomers, or anyone considering a career change to think about. I hope it helps everyone. Finally, let me add one more thing: job hunting is a process, not finding a job is just a state, not "if you can't find a job, it means you're useless". It takes patience and waiting, and maintaining a good mindset is more important than anything else.

【Five-Step Series for Finding a Good Job — Complete Overview】

Step 1: Company Health and Quality

Step 2: Whether Job Conditions Match Your Needs

Step 3: Reference Others' Interview + Work Experiences Is a Must

Step 4: Deconstruct Interview SOP to Understand Company Culture

Step 5: Re-examine Yourself