Careetra journal

Get better at the search, and at being paid well.

A new guide every day, alternating between running a sharper job search and growing what you earn in the role you already have.

Salary & growth16 September 20267 min read

What Your Pay Package Is Worth Beyond Base Salary

Understand bonuses, equity, pensions and benefits so you can compare your total compensation and plan better pay conversations.

Job search15 September 20266 min read

Test Two Resume Versions Without Letting Guesswork Decide

Compare resume versions fairly with a clear test plan, consistent tracking and a practical way to read response and interview signals.

Salary & growth14 September 20266 min read

Turn Your Performance Record into a Clear Case for a Raise

Use your performance record, market salary context and total compensation to prepare a clear raise request and plan your next pay conversation.

Job search13 September 20266 min read

Where Your Job Search Funnel Is Losing Momentum

Use your job search funnel to spot stalled applications, compare channels and CVs, and choose a practical next step without overreading the data.

Job search12 September 20266 min read

Is Your Job Search Response Rate Healthy? Read the Signals Before You Change Course

Learn how to judge your application response rate, spot weak points in your pipeline, and test changes to targeting, channels and your CV.

Salary & growth11 September 20266 min read

Is your salary comparison built on the right market data?

Learn how to check salary sources, compare total compensation and use market evidence to plan your next raise or promotion conversation.

Job search10 September 20267 min read

How to Compare Application Channels by the Interviews They Produce

Compare job boards, referrals and direct applications fairly, using response quality, interview conversion and time spent.