Uploaded April 2025 | Updated September 2026, 6 hours ago
Trying to break into tech in 2025? Head over to speedrun.a16z.com to find out more.
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From AI skills to resume red flags, job hunting has changed. In this roundtable, top hiring leads from a16z’s portfolio reveal how they actually evaluate candidates — and what most people still get wrong.
Learn how to stand out with a modern resume, build real credibility, and network your way into your dream role even without experience. Plus, how to apply to companies that are actually hiring right now.
💬 Topics covered:
- How to write a standout resume in 2025
- The 7-second recruiter scan
- What NOT to do in a cover letter
- Ownership mindset vs. employee mindset
- How to choose companies that are still hiring
- The reality of cold outreach and networking
- Why most candidates fail before the interview
💡 Are you a founder building the next big thing? Join Speedrun, the startup accelerator designed to help founders move fast with capital, mentorship, and top investors.
👉 Apply now: speedrun.a16z.com
📲 Follow us for more insights:
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Chapters:
00:00 - 07:14 - How to Actually Get Hired in Tech
07:15 - 09:09 - Networking That Actually Works in 2025
09:10 - 16:51 - Build a Resume That Doesn't Get Skipped
16:52 - 21:41 - What Interviewers Really Want to See
21:42 - 26:16 - How Entry-Level Applicants Can Stand Out
26:17 30:48 - Mindset Shifts That Make You Hireable
30:49 - 35:24 - How to Ask Hard Questions (Without Losing the Job)
35:25 - 39:36 - Interview Red Flags You Must Avoid
39:37 - 42:01 -The Best Tools & Resources to Get Hired
#techjobs #jobsearch2025 #resumetips #hiring #careeradvice #bigtech #speedrun #startupjobs #techcareers #jobinterviewtips #gethired
Trying to break into tech in 2025? Head over to speedrun.a16z.com to find out more.
Send us you Resume or Cover Letter to have a chance for a feature in a future episode!! - a16z-games.typeform.com/to/bPfszdhX
Join to be considered for roles at 200+ startups here - a16z-games.typeform.com/1337-talent
From AI skills to resume red flags, job hunting has changed. In this roundtable, top hiring leads from a16z’s portfolio reveal how they actually evaluate candidates — and what most people still get wrong.
Learn how to stand out with a modern resume, build real credibility, and network your way into your dream role even without experience. Plus, how to apply to companies that are actually hiring right now.
💬 Topics covered:
- How to write a standout resume in 2025
- The 7-second recruiter scan
- What NOT to do in a cover letter
- Ownership mindset vs. employee mindset
- How to choose companies that are still hiring
- The reality of cold outreach and networking
- Why most candidates fail before the interview
💡 Are you a founder building the next big thing? Join Speedrun, the startup accelerator designed to help founders move fast with capital, mentorship, and top investors.
👉 Apply now: speedrun.a16z.com
📲 Follow us for more insights:
X: https://x.com/speedrun
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/school/a16zspeedrun
Chapters:
00:00 - 07:14 - How to Actually Get Hired in Tech
07:15 - 09:09 - Networking That Actually Works in 2025
09:10 - 16:51 - Build a Resume That Doesn't Get Skipped
16:52 - 21:41 - What Interviewers Really Want to See
21:42 - 26:16 - How Entry-Level Applicants Can Stand Out
26:17 30:48 - Mindset Shifts That Make You Hireable
30:49 - 35:24 - How to Ask Hard Questions (Without Losing the Job)
35:25 - 39:36 - Interview Red Flags You Must Avoid
39:37 - 42:01 -The Best Tools & Resources to Get Hired
#techjobs #jobsearch2025 #resumetips #hiring #careeradvice #bigtech #speedrun #startupjobs #techcareers #jobinterviewtips #gethired
