I have a similar problem, so you're not alone. I've been in the game professionally since late 2007. But those 10 years to now are only calendar years. In reali

I have a similar problem, so you're not alone. I've been in the game professionally since late 2007. But those 10 years to now are only calendar years. In reality, my experience is closer to 7 years, because I have unemployment gaps in between, and every job hunt is longer than the last. I am also STILL carpet bombing resumes, but I also know this doesn't feel right. It may be okay for looking for your first job but I know that it's bad to rely mainly on this brute-force job application strategy if you've already worked at past jobs. You are expected to have built a professional network that will enable you to find jobs more easily. My network exists, but it's rather disappointing. With a stronger network you would not need to blindly apply to so many companies. So with that said, how is your network? I have been starting to build a new one from scratch, by going to local meetups. Progress would feel slow at first, but eventually I started seeing some of the same people from past meetups, talk to them, and exchange contact info. They could give you an "in" for getting priority in the hiring process.