Don’t Job Hunt Alone — Build a Job Search Group That Gets Results

In the last edition, we talked about why doing a job search alone sucks — and how creating a small, focused Job Search Group (JSG) changed everything for me.

But just creating a group chat isn’t enough.

To really move the needle, you need structure. You need rhythm. You need the right mindset.

We met weekly. Shared leads. Practiced interviews. Gave feedback. And most importantly, we made sure nobody got stuck in their own head.

It worked. Not magically — but meaningfully.

So today, I want to show you how you can start your own group — and run it well.

How to Recruit People Into Your Job Search Group

Step 1: Start Small (Find Your First Peer)

Don’t overthink it. Just find one person who’s in transition — maybe they’ve been laid off, are switching industries, or just quietly exploring new roles.

Reach out with a message like:

“Hey — I’m forming a small peer group to support each…