Get Noticed Without Applying (YES, its possible!)

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Hey curious minds 👋

I’ve been watching how early-career folks are landing killer roles at startups without big resumes — and it’s almost always the same strategy:

They don’t just apply. They reverse-engineer visibility.

In this issue:
 ✅ The Reverse-Application Framework (used by folks landing roles at AI startups)
 ✅ How to track hiring signals before roles are public
 ✅ Fresher Internships & Openings List
 ✅ A “Smart Tools” stack that turns your hunt into a system

Let’s unpack it all 👇

🔍 Reverse-Application Framework (aka The New-Age Cover Letter)

This is a tactic I’ve seen used by community builders, devs, even marketers — especially those with no “work ex.”
Instead of applying → waiting → hearing nothing…
They pitch themselves in public, based on actual startup needs.

🔧 Step 1: Choose Your Target Startup

Pick a startup that just raised money (details later on in this newsletter) or recently launched on Product Hunt.

🧠 Step 2: Audit Their Product Like a PM

Use the product for 30 mins and write down:

• Where users drop off

• What AI features could improve it

• Suggestions on UI/UX or docs

📹 Step 3: Turn That Into a Loom Walkthrough

Record a 2–3 min Loom titled:
“3 Ways to 10x [Startup]'s UX with AI Automation”

🔗 Step 4: Publish It Publicly

Post a thread or LinkedIn post that includes:

• A 1-line summary of your findings

• The Loom link

• Tag the founder or team

📬 Step 5: DM Them

Message:

💥 This alone has led people to gigs with AI research labs, productivity apps, and YC startups — even without resumes.

⚡ The Harsh Truth About AI (Most People Miss This)

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🧭 Hidden Signal Stacks: How to Spot Roles Before They’re Public

You’ll rarely see the best roles posted on LinkedIn.
Founders often hire from:

• Their DMs

• Active community contributors

• People who already use their product

Here’s how you track pre-hiring signals like a growth hacker:

💡 Bonus Signal: If a founder starts posting more frequently, they’re likely in hiring mode. Help boost their post and DM them afterward.

🧰 Smart Tools Stack: Job Hunting with Systems, Not Stress

Here’s your stack to stand out and stay organized:

📒 Notion: “Job Funnel CRM”

Use it to track:

• Prospects

• Pitched

• Loom Sent

• Replied

• Booked Calls

Search: Notion job CRM template to get started.

🎥 Loom: The Cold DM Weapon

Use Loom for:

• Product teardowns

• Mini intros

• Feedback walkthroughs

🔁 Waalaxy + Make.com: Cold Outreach Automation

• Use Make.com to track DMs, clicks, and replies

• Use Waalaxy to automate polite follow-ups

• Focus on warm, personalized connections

🧑‍💻 Freshers Job Opportunities

🎯 Challenge of the Day:

1. Pick 1 startup from section 3

2. Use the product, record a teardown

3. Publish + DM the founder

This compounds. Your work gets seen.
You create proof-of-fit.
You don’t just get hired — you get remembered.