Beyond the Job Board: How to Get Hired in a Tough Job Market
April 8 @ 9:00 am - 10:00 am
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Featuring Mac Prichard, Founder of Mac’s List & Host of Find Your Dream Job
The job market has shifted.
There are fewer roles. More applicants. And far too many qualified professionals sending out thoughtful résumés… into silence.
If you’ve been applying broadly and hearing little back, this session is for you.
Join the Intel Alumni Network Path to Next series as executive career strategist Gina Riley sits down with Mac Prichard, founder of Mac’s List and host of the nationally recognized Find Your Dream Job podcast (5+ million downloads), for a candid conversation about what’s actually working right now.
Mac runs one of the Pacific Northwest’s most respected job boards and speaks regularly with employers, hiring managers, job seekers, and career coaches. He has a front-row seat to what candidates are doing well — and where they’re missing the mark.
In this session, we’ll explore:
- Why “spray and pray” fails in a tighter market
- What hiring managers actually look for when applicant volume is high
- How clarity and targeting create competitive advantage
- Why referrals still outperform online applications
- How to network in a way that feels natural — even if you’re not a “connector”
- What employers are doing to reduce hiring risk (and how you can respond strategically)
This is not a motivational talk.
It’s a practical, strategic discussion about positioning yourself as the safest and most compelling choice when competition is real.
Whether you are actively searching, quietly exploring, or simply want to stay sharp in your career strategy, this conversation will give you a perspective you won’t get from scrolling job boards.
Who Should Attend
- Intel Alumni Network members
- 6453 Alumni
- Knowledge workers navigating career transition
- Mid-career and senior professionals who want a smarter approach to job search
All are welcome.