Reverse the Search - by Madeline Mann (Hardcover)

About the Book

"From the creator of top career YouTube channel Self Made Millennial, a new guide on how to go beyond the antiquated-and exhausting-job search When it comes to job seeking these days, the common wisdom seems to be that you send hundreds of applications out each day online and pray that something sticks. The old classics on job searching don't take into account the reality of standing out in the attention economy. Slogging through this miserable process, many of us are left thinking: isn't there a better way? As a former HR recruiter, Madeline Mann has seen every kind of job application under the sun-and she's here to tell you that the job search advice you've been told before is all wrong. In Reverse the Search, Mann distills the popular career advice from her YouTube videos, viewed more than 22 million times, into a concise guide on how to turn the job search around, going from being a job seeker to a job shopper-from desperately sending out applications into the ether, to being recruited and courted by dream companies. Mann will transform you into a Job Shopper with simple but empowering steps to take for determining your ideal job, writing a resume, building your online brand, networking, interviewing, and negotiating. Because Job Shoppers know they deserve to land more than any old job. They deserve a job that brings meaningful work, happiness, flexibility, and financial stability. And with Reverse the Search's help, you'll get noticed and approached, even when you're not actively looking for jobs. You will have the leverage, and you will never have to perform a time-wasting, frustrating, meaningless job search again"--

Book Synopsis

From the creator of top career YouTube channel Self Made Millennial, the only job search guide you'll need to get employers competing for you

As a former recruiter and head of HR at multiple companies, Madeline Mann has seen every kind of job application under the sun. If you're tired of sending resumes out into the void, then listen up: the antiquated job hunting advice you've been told before is all wrong.

After years of working in HR, Mann began to share her behind-the-scenes insight into the world of hiring, creating viral career tip videos and posts online--and soon amassing nearly 1 million followers across YouTube, LinkedIn, and TikTok. In Reverse the Search, Mann distills her juiciest advice into a concise guide on how to turn the job search around, going from job seeking to job shopping--from desperately sending out applications to having your pick of jobs. Beginning with determining your ideal career path, Mann guides readers through the networking and job interview phases, all the way to negotiating the final offer. By following the simple but proven steps that have landed hundreds of Mann's career coaching clients positions at dream companies, you will transform into a lifelong Job Shopper, getting recruited and attracting opportunities at every stage.

Because Job Shoppers know they deserve to land more than any old job. They deserve a career that brings meaningful work, happiness, flexibility, and financial stability. And with Reverse the Search's help, you'll get noticed and approached, even when you're not actively looking for a job. You will have the leverage, and you will never have to perform a soul-sucking job search again.

Review Quotes

"Reverse the Search offers smart, practical advice on how to become an irresistible candidate to the right companies--and how to figure out the perfect job for you in the first place. Whether you're an experienced professional or new to the working world, this book will help you land the fulfilling career you always wanted."
-Dorie Clark, Wall Street Journal bestselling author of The Long Game and executive education faculty, Columbia Business School

"Madeline's clear-cut advice is relatable and behavior-based, anchored in years of experience as a hiring insider and career coach. Her book teaches the reader how to take the blame out of why things aren't working out, how to flip the script on the job-hunting process, and, critically, how to get results."
-Tessa West, Professor of Psychology at New York University and author of Job Therapy

"Madeline is that friend in HR you never knew you needed! She is the real deal when it comes to all things job search and lays out all the secrets you need to take control of your job search. Reverse the Search is a must-read."
-Sho Dewan, CEO and founder of Workhap

"Madeline Mann empowers you to attract offers instead of chasing them with the idea of 'job shopping.' Reverse the Search is packed with actionable strategies and real-world insights, and helps you take control of your career and land your dream job."
-Andrew Seaman, Senior Managing Editor for Jobs & Career Development at LinkedIn

"Job shopping is a brilliant concept, and Madeline Mann delivers it with the perfect mix of strategy and encouragement in Reverse the Search. Prepare to get hired on your terms."
-Sarah Johnston, Global executive resume writer and founder of Briefcase Coach

About the Author

Madeline Mann is a human resources and recruiting leader who spun her insider knowl­edge of the hiring process into an award-winning career-coaching empire called Self Made Millennial, where she has reached millions of people. Through her platforms and coaching, Mann works to turn job seekers into Job Shoppers, enabling any professional to secure a high-paying job offer, with many clients landing roles at competitive Fortune 500 companies. Mann has been featured in outlets such as The Wall Street Journal, The New York Times, and ABC News, and is recognized as a LinkedIn Top Voice.