Here’s the secret: a large number of great jobs are never advertised. They live behind polite conversations, casual referrals, and cryptic messages that begin with, “So I’m not sure if you’re looking, but…”
These are the roles that never make it to job boards because someone knows someone, or the hiring manager already has a shortlist before the ink is dry on the budget approval.
This is the hidden job market—less Hunger Games, more secret society. And the best part? You don’t need to hustle, network relentlessly, or go full LinkedIn influencer to access it.
You just need a clear head, a bit of strategy, and the ability to make good tea.
This guide will walk you through five steps to position yourself for roles that aren’t on the radar—but are exactly right for you.
Step 1: Get a Tea. Or Your Preferred Beverage. And a Biscuit.
This is not optional. You are about to embark on a subtle, strategic, possibly clandestine operation. You will need fortification. I recommend something with chocolate.
Step 2: Sit. Really Sit.
Not perching. Not scrolling X. Sit like you’re about to hear something important—which you are, from yourself. A fancy notebook is optional, but encouraged if it helps.
Step 3: Ask Yourself What You’re Actually Looking For
Not just “a career.” What kind of career? What kind of people do you want to work with? What is important to you? What kind of boss doesn’t make you want to fake appendicitis every Monday? Be unreasonably honest. This is not a CV—this is the prelude to your next move.
Step 4: Consider Your Assets
Skills, experience, sparkling charm, and surprisingly efficient technical skills—write it all down.
Step 5: Contact Us (Yes, Really)
You don’t need to blast out 73 applications a week to find your next opportunity. You don’t need to shout, scramble, or become a personal brand.
Sometimes, all it takes is one excellent biscuit, the right questions, and a quiet conversation with someone who knows where the good roles are hiding.
If that sounds like your kind of approach, feel free to get in touch. No pressure, no hard sell—just a conversation over metaphorical tea (actual tea encouraged).
