Stop Sending Vague Job Search Vibes: Write a Badass Blurb Instead

Resumes? Lost in the void.
Cover letters? Skimmed (if opened).

If you’ve ever felt like you’re shouting into a black hole—spraying LinkedIn messages, cold emails, or “open to opportunities” posts with zero response—you’re not alone.

But the problem isn’t just the job market.
It’s your blurb. Or more specifically, the lack of one.

What’s a badass blurb?

It’s the opposite of a generic LinkedIn headline like “Recent grad seeking opportunities in X” or an intro that reads like it was copy-pasted from your resume.

A badass blurb is a short, forwardable, 2-paragraph intro that makes you:

✔️ Unforgettably clear (you give people a mental "file" to put you in)
✔️ Effortlessly referable (they don’t have to decode your resume to intro you)
✔️ Top of mind (your name comes up when opportunities do)

It’s your job search Swiss Army knife—for coffee chats, cold outreach, DMs, referrals, and those awkward “so, what are you looking for?” moments.

The Formula (no gatekeeping)

Here’s how to write your own badass blurb:

Paragraph 1: What you’ve done + what you’re great at

With my background in [relevant experience or industry], I’ve developed a strong track record of [key skills or accomplishments]. Most recently, I [specific impactful contribution], which shows my ability to [core value you bring].

Paragraph 2: What you’re looking for + how people can help

I’m currently exploring roles like [1–2 role titles] where I can [apply a key skill or interest area]. If you know of any teams working on [mission/problem/space], I’d love to connect—or be pointed in the right direction.

It’s specific. It’s human. And it works.
Want help pulling yours together? That’s what we built Careerspan for.

Inside your account, you’ll get:
🧠 AI-powered reflection to help you figure out what to say
💬 Messaging-ready output you can actually use

Wait—what about my resume?

Yes, you still need one.
But if you’re spending 10 hours perfecting your bullet points and 0 hours thinking about how to introduce yourself… you’re doing it backwards.

Your resume gets scanned. Your blurb gets remembered.
So stop obsessing over formatting for now, and start investing in the story that opens doors.