Today’s blog is going to be a very simple one.

I’m going to show you the 3 most stupidly effective methods to land ANY job interview

⚠️ Spoiler: The last method is downright unfair with a 90% success rate.

And it takes less than 6 minutes!!!

But before we get into that, let me tell you a story.

I used to be the guy that takes EVERY application seriously...

The “I’m going to give a 150% of my attention to this one application" kinda guy.

And back then?
It worked.

In 2021, I applied to an award-winning tech company for a junior engineering role.
They were hiring ONE engineer.
Thousands applied.

And I got it.
(And trust me ... it wasn’t because I was some engineering prodigy.)

I did EVERYTHING you’re supposed to do:

1. I researched the company until I practically knew their accountant’s dog’s name.
2. I grinded those pattern-recognition tests whenever I was taking a sh*t (TMI)
3. I rewrote my CV until it felt like the company wrote it themselves!
4. I spent 3 whole days writing a painfully specific cover letter.
5. I practiced interview questions like I was training for Britain’s Got Talent.

Hell! I even invested 80% of my savings to buy a suit for the interview!

And it was worth it ... I won by a landslide.

Back then…

Hard work mattered.
you could outwork everyone else.
if you cared enough, you’d win.

Unfortunately…

That world is dead.

And the thing that killed it?

Today, anyone — literally ANYONE — can generate:

• a perfect CV
• a passionate cover letter
• “industry insights”
• full company research
• even aptitude-test answers

All in the span of 10 minutes or less...

And obviously, companies aren’t dumb.
They realise this.
So now they’re adding more friction than ever:

Slower screening.
Stricter filters.
More AI-detection tools.
More hoops.
More tests.
More waiting.

The process gets longer.
The odds get smaller.
And the whole thing becomes a giant slot machine where 99% of applicants lose.

So instead of trying to beat a rigged system…

Why not try to win in a different angle?

…there are far more effective ways to get hired today ... and almost no one’s using it.

I've tested them myself and it works across multiple industries.

These methods:

• Gets you directly in front of real hiring managers without touching the AI filters
• Turns the 3–4 week waiting game into a same-day yes or no
• Flips your odds from 1% to nearly 90% because you're no longer competing with 1,000+ AI-generated applications

So if you’re tired of playing a game designed to make you lose… keep reading.

Here are the 3 angles that actually get you into ANY job today ... and Method #3 ... let's just say it shouldn't even be legal.

1. The Friendship Game

Disclaimer: Playing The Friendship Game is going to be a slow burn.

But it is still far more effective than the conventional methods of applying.

Let me break it down how it works.

Step 1: Pick the companies you ACTUALLY want to work for

Not “any job that will hire you.” Not “whoever replies first.” Not “whoever pays decent.”

Be picky.

I know every graduate in the world says “Don’t be picky, just apply everywhere and be open to any position.”

Ignore them.

This method works because you’re selective.

And the whole process feels smoother because it’s natural, not forced.

Plus, wouldn't you want to work somewhere you’d actually enjoy?

Step 2: Find the right people inside the company

Go on LinkedIn. Search the company. Look for people who:

• post regularly
• work in the department you want
• Are connected to or is the hiring manager

These are the people that would have the power, the influence to be able to secure you an opportunity.

Step 3: Start interacting, naturally

Not in a creepy, “I liked 47 posts in a row” way.

Just show up where they show up.

• Like the posts they like
• Comment on the same topics
• Join conversations they care about

Make sure to add something useful when you do

You’re not “networking.” You’re just becoming part of the same environment.

Over time, your name becomes familiar — the same way you recognise people at your gym, at your local coffee shop, etc.

Then after you’ve built a bit of rapport, it becomes a lot easier to pop the question. E.g.“Hey, I’ve been following what your team is doing. And I’m exploring opportunities in the XYZ field … any chance we can have a quick discussion about that?”

From then on it becomes a discussion on the best way into the company and have them refer you to the company.

Why this method works so well

Because you’re not selling yourself alone.

You’re getting someone inside the company to sell you for you.

And that’s 10× more powerful than trying to convince a stranger you’re special through a PDF.

A referral means you:

• get seen
• skip the queue
• avoid the ATS
• and land in front of humans

While everyone else hopes their CV survives the algorithm,

And the best part?

Even if someone applying the “normal” way is more experienced and more qualified than you.

you still beat them 99% of the time.

Mainly because people within the organisation is vouching for you + they're giving you inside information so interviews becomes a lot easier.

2. The Proof-First Portfolio

The last step to acquire most jobs is an interview.

But first let’s ask the question … what’s the purpose of an interview?

It’s not to stress you out. It’s not to interrogate you.

It’s literally just two things:

1. To figure out who you are, and
2. To see if you can actually do the job.

That’s it.

They don’t know you. They can’t go through your entire life history to see if you’d be the right fit. They don’t have the time — no hiring manager on Earth does.

So your real job is simple:

Make it easy for them to understand you before they ever meet you. Because if you do that, half the interview is already done for you.

And that’s where the "Proof-First Portfolio" comes in.

Here’s the idea: your work should speak before you do.

A CV is just text. A cover letter is just more text. Everyone has them. No one stands out.

But a portfolio? A simple website? A few documented projects, case studies, videos, or breakdowns?

Now we’re talking…

And I’ll be honest with you — I’m not even the best at this myself. But every employer I’ve ever spoken to has told me the same thing:

“Candidates with a personal website or documented work instantly move to the top.”

Not because it looks cool. Not because it’s trendy. But because it shows:

• effort
• consistency
• proof

Those three alone put you ahead of 95% of applicants.

What your digital footprint can look like:

And no ... it doesn’t need to be fancy.

You can build:

• a clean one-page website
• a few LinkedIn posts showing your thought process
• a mini portfolio PDF
• a short video explaining a project
• screenshots of dashboards, case studies, prototypes, scripts, designs, research

You don't need all of these. Just pick 1–2 and build slowly.

Every piece you add compounds over time.

A project today. A blog post tomorrow. A video next month.

Before you know it, you’ve built something real.

Why this method is PERFECT for UNI students

This is honestly the biggest advantage students don’t use.

Because here’s the thing:

You have time. You’re not applying yet. You can document your journey without pressure. You can build slowly and naturally.

So when you do start applying?

You’re not starting from zero like everyone else. You’ve already got:

• a body of work
• a digital presence
• documented projects
• a site recruiters can browse
• clarity on your strengths

And suddenly… you’re not “just another student.”

You’re the one who took initiative. You’re the one who built something. You’re the one who actually shows their skills — not just lists them.

That alone makes you unforgettable.

3. Call Them ...

Okay — now it’s time for the most effective method by far.

And I’ll warn you upfront: this one is NOT easy.

It takes a bit of skill… but more importantly, it takes courage.

But it’s also the method with the highest success rate and the lowest risk.

It’s so effective that I had 10 graduates try it — and every single one of them landed an IMMEDIATE interview on their first attempt.

Not a “We’ll schedule you in next week.” Not a polite "email me and I'll get back to you later". An actual interview. Right there and then.

Two of them even got the job offer. Not bad at all.

And all it takes is a little bit of effort… and a bit of courage.

Alright — here it is.

The method is simple:

**You call them.

That’s it.**

Seriously. Just call.

Heck I'll even help you out by giving my exact script to help you call them.

Now, I know what you’re thinking:

“Sean… won’t I be bothering them?” “What if they’re busy?” “How do I even get their number?”

The last one’s a bit of a rabbit hole, so I’ll save the “number-finding” breakdown for the next blog.

But the first two? Let's clear them up because this is where most people go wrong.

I get it. Calling a company feels daunting.

And most graduates who DO try it… they sound nervous, apologetic, hesitant, or unsure.

Which is why the most common responses they hear are:

• “I’ll call you back later.”
• “Send me an email.”
• “Please apply through our website.”
• “I’m busy ... heading into a meeting.”

Here’s the reality no one tells you:

It’s not because they’re actually busy. It’s not because you “have to” go through the formal process.

It’s because you sounded off during the call.

Here’s the truth:

Busy doesn’t matter. You just didn't do a good enough job in your call.

Hiring talent is difficult ... much harder than getting a job.

Companies spend:

• thousands on job ads
• hours filtering applications
• weeks organising interviews

… and half the time they still can’t find the right person.

So if you call,

sound competent,

and show you understand what they need?

You’re doing them a favour.

Why would they not want to push whatever meeting they have — 10 minutes, 15 minutes, or even half an hour.

Because your call could save them TONS of headache.

So if they're saying their busy … that means they’re politely telling you to go away.

So here’s the only thing you need to know:

If you can speak clearly, stay calm for 30 seconds, and sound like someone worth listening to…
you’ll beat 99% of applicants without sending a single document.

I’ve used this method myself.
I’ve taught it to others.
And the results are ridiculous — 19 interviews out of 20 calls.

Is that going to be you on day one?
Probably not.
But with the right approach?
Easily.

And that’s what the next blog’s about.

I’ll show you exactly how to:

• find the numbers
• frame the call
• control the conversation
• and land interviews before anyone else even hits “submit application”

Trust me ... this is where the fun begins.

Until next time...

Sean.