I think putting yourself out there in a database is a good idea, as is finding recruiters that can introduce you to opportunities.
As far as rejections… I think there is this common mindset that you just need to grind away at applications until you eventually make it through, but personally I think it’s more likely that if one is being rejected from >90% of applications, that is a sign that something is wrong. I feel like these two are the most common (but there could be many others):
The applicant is not actually qualified / not a good fit for these jobs, and should apply to other different jobs that are a better fit.
There is some problem with the way the applicant is presenting during the application process (for example, a problem with the resume, or unprofessional interview performance); in this case, the applicant should try to figure out what the problem is and fix it.
I think putting yourself out there in a database is a good idea, as is finding recruiters that can introduce you to opportunities.
As far as rejections… I think there is this common mindset that you just need to grind away at applications until you eventually make it through, but personally I think it’s more likely that if one is being rejected from >90% of applications, that is a sign that something is wrong. I feel like these two are the most common (but there could be many others):
The applicant is not actually qualified / not a good fit for these jobs, and should apply to other different jobs that are a better fit.
There is some problem with the way the applicant is presenting during the application process (for example, a problem with the resume, or unprofessional interview performance); in this case, the applicant should try to figure out what the problem is and fix it.