A multi-week structure for an active job search — applications, networking, prep, and follow-ups, sequenced so you stay in motion.
Productivity & HabitsUpdate resume and tailor it for target roles
Due: Jul 22, 2026 (in 1 days)
Refresh LinkedIn profile and headline
Due: Jul 23, 2026 (in 2 days)
Build a target company list (20–30 companies)
Due: Jul 25, 2026 (in 4 days)
Identify potential referrals at each target
Due: Jul 27, 2026 (in 6 days)
Apply to 5 roles this week
Due: Jul 28, 2026 (in 7 days)
Reach out to 3 contacts for informational interviews
Due: Jul 28, 2026 (in 7 days)
Practice 5 common interview questions
Due: Jul 31, 2026 (in 10 days)
Prepare STAR-format stories for 5 scenarios
Due: Aug 02, 2026 (in 12 days)
Send follow-ups for past applications
Due: Aug 04, 2026 (in 14 days)
Track every application and outcome
Due: Aug 04, 2026 (in 14 days)
Reflect on what's working and adjust
Due: Aug 11, 2026 (in 21 days)
Negotiate any offer thoughtfully
Due: Aug 20, 2026 (in 30 days)
Using this template will create a new list with all the items shown above. You can set a custom start date for calculating due dates.