What if the reason you’re not getting interviews isn’t that you’re unqualified? In 2026, the reality is that 1,000+ others are applying for the same role, and recruiters are looking in places you might not expect.
In this episode of The Work Hotline, Sho Dewan (your work hype man, ex-recruiter, and founder of @workhap) breaks down how hiring actually works today and the exact steps you can take to stand out and get hired.
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If you’ve been getting ghosted, applying nonstop with zero results, and questioning your value—this episode is for you.
Timestamps:
0:00 – The Reality of the 2026 Job Search
0:59 – Sho’s Recruitment Background
2:24 – How Hiring Managers Hire in 2026
4:23 – Call #1: “I’ve submitted 80 applications and zero interviews”
6:20 – Call #2: Stuck in a role without getting promoted
9:03 – Closing Remarks
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