I tried every trick to stand out in my job search. A tip I found on Reddit was the only strategy that got me an offer. Courtney Clapper says video cover letters and portfolios didn't help her land a job. Courtney Clapper Courtney Clapper started applying for jobs in 2025 after graduating from Cornell Tech. She tried video cover letters, portfolios, and more to stand out, but had no luck. A hack on Reddit helped her get in contact with hiring managers and land her strategy lead job. This as-told-to essay is based on a conversation with Courtney Clapper, a 32-year-old strategy lead for a major retailer in New York. It's been edited for length and clarity. I started my job hunt in the fall of 2025, a few months after graduating with my MBA from Cornell Tech. I was applying for a mix of roles, such as product manager or digital strategist, and I knew the competition would be fierce in this tough job market .…