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Woman laid off from LinkedIn lands job at Google after sending this video

Woman laid off from LinkedIn lands job at Google after sending this video

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Feb 20, 2024 4:32 pm EST
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A woman laid off from LinkedIn secured a higher-paying job at Google by sending an unconventional and innovative video application.

Eyes on the prize: Mariana Kobayashi set her sights on Google after being laid off from her position at LinkedIn in June 2023. Realizing the challenge ahead given the tech giant’s selective hiring process, she created a creative video resume detailing her diverse professional background, cultural influences and endorsements from colleagues.

“I’m half Portuguese, a quarter Lebanese, and a quarter Japanese. They’re all high-context cultures. So instead of describing myself, I asked some Google and LinkedIn friends to describe me in one word,” she shares in the clip, showcasing her charisma and creativity. Her friends described Kobayashi as “charismatic,” “visionary,” “creative” and “walking sunshine.”

Behind the scenes: In a separate video on LinkedIn, Kobayashi revealed that creating the video took about 10 hours. Using an email lookup tool, she was able to send the video application directly to Google’s hiring manager. When she posted the video on her socials, it generated buzz and quickly went viral.

What happened next: Kobayashi then found herself on the receiving end of interviews and job offers from different headhunters. Not long after, a Google recruiter reached out and informed her that while she was overqualified for the position she had applied for. They were, however, impressed by Kobayashi’s video, and promised to keep her in mind for future opportunities.

Staying proactive: In an interview with Business Insider, Kobayashi revealed she proactively followed up every two months, updating them on her progress and recent efforts. When she spotted an account executive position in September, she applied despite being slightly underqualified. The recruiter reached out to her and connected her with the hiring manager who conducted her interviews.

The interview process…

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