Yes, You Are Being Judged: A Realist's Guide to Job Searching

Yes, You Are Being Judged: A Realist's Guide to Job Searching is the career book you didn’t know you needed until the job market chewed you up, ghosted you, and left you doubting your entire resume. This is not a "hack" or blueprint of the secret to getting a job (hint, that doesn't exist). And it's definitely not another “just be confident!” pep talk from someone who hasn’t applied to a job since 2009. This is a real book, for real people, written by someone who really gets it.Inside, you’ll learn how to:Stop mass-applying and start actually landing interviewsWrite a resume that gets read instead of ignoredNavigate interviews, ghosting, rejection, and rage spiralsNetwork authentically and position yourself like a pro without the cringe.Make recruiters judge you the right wayWhether you’re burned out, laid off, or quietly plotting your exit, this book gives you the tools to stop spiraling and start getting strategic.Because job searching isn’t a crisis. It’s a skill.And it’s time you got good at it."Reading Mike's book is like sharing job search war stories with an old friend who's done more than his share of time in the trenches. Mike balances his own job search woes with his expertise in recruiting in a way few can pull off. Funny, actionable, and above all REALISTIC advice for anyone seeking employment." - Amy Miller- Recruiting Manager, Amazon"Most books are written by people who are out of touch with the reality of the job market in 2025. Mike on the other hand has landed jobs across a range of companies, navigated layoffs, and provides practical advice that balances empathy with realism - something that's hard to find these days." - Bonnie Dilber - Recruiting Leader, Zapier Read more