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The Numbers People - Episode 2 - The Application Trap

  • Posted 15 May 2026
  • Richard Holmes
  • Video

I spoke to a senior finance candidate recently who had applied for more than 80 roles and hadn’t had one interview.

The crazy part? They're a great candidate. And this is becoming way too common. Most people are stuck in a cycle of endlessly applying online, hoping something sticks. The market has changed, and that approach just isn’t working anymore.

On this episode, I’ll talk through:

• Where candidates are going wrong

• Why applying more isn’t always better

• What recruiters and hiring managers are actually looking for

• How to approach the market more strategically

No corporate fluff. Just real conversations from someone speaking to finance candidates and hiring managers every day.

 

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