🎬 The "Karan Johar Test" - Is Your Job Search Problem Actually a Problem?

Had a coaching call yesterday where I had to give one of my clients a serious reality check. She's been spiraling that she is so close to an offer but feels stressed even with 3 interviews lined up, and I could see her getting stuck in victim mode.

So I asked her this question that I ask all my clients:

"Would Karan Johar make a Bollywood movie about your problem?"

She paused... and then started laughing.

Because the answer was obviously NO. Her "problem" wasn't dramatic enough for a movie plot. Which means it's not actually a problem - it's just a temporary situation that requires focus and strategy.

🧠 Why Your Brain Sabotages Your Job Search

Here's what I see happening with 90% of job searchers:

Your brain focuses on:

❌ The recruiter who didn't respond
❌ The rejection from that one company
❌ How long it's taking
❌ All the things going "wrong"

Successful people focus on:

✅ The interviews they DID get
✅ The progress they're making
✅ The skills they're building
✅ The opportunities coming in

Same circumstances. Different focus. Completely different results.

⏰ The 50/50 Rule That Actually Gets You Hired

Stop doing busy work in your job search. Here's how to split your time:

50% Interview Prep (This is your needle mover)

Practice your stories
Perfect your STAR method responses
Record yourself and listen back
Do mock interviews

25% Applications (This gets you in the door)

Apply to targeted roles daily
Optimize your resume for each application
Follow up strategically

25% Strategic Networking (This opens hidden opportunities)

Message hiring managers directly
Connect with recruiters in your space
Reach out to alumni and industry contacts

Most people flip this and wonder why they're not getting offers. Interview prep is what closes deals, not more applications.

📱 The LinkedIn Message That Gets 8/30 Responses

One of my other clients sent 30 LinkedIn messages and got 8 responses in 24 hours. Here's her exact formula:

"Hey [Name], I'm interested in [role/company]. Would love a quick chat to see if my background aligns. Thoughts?"

That's it. No novels. No life story. Just simple, direct, and focused on THEM.

She's gotten calls with:

Hiring managers at Amazon
Recruiters at Salesforce
Directors at healthcare startups
Internal employees who made referrals

Volume + Simple Message = Results

💡 The Mindset Reset You Need

If you've never been without a job before, this feels scary. I get it.

But here's what's actually happening:

You're learning resilience you didn't know you had
You're building skills you'll use forever
You're discovering your true market value
You're creating a network for life

This isn't happening TO you. It's happening FOR you.

And when you do land that offer (which you will), you'll never fear the job market again. You'll know exactly how to navigate it.

🎯 Questions for the Community

What are you spending too much mental energy on in your job search that probably isn't worth it?
How do you currently split your job search time? Are you doing too much busy work?
What's your biggest networking challenge right now?
Have you tried the simple LinkedIn message approach? What was your response rate?

Remember: You have marketable skills. You will get a job. Stop making this more dramatic than it needs to be.

Would Karan Johar make a movie about your situation? If not, you're going to be just fine. 🎬✨

Drop a 🔥 if you needed this reality check today!

What's your biggest job search mindset struggle? Let's work through it together in the comments. 👇

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