> "I would easily be able to get a good job and be successful" I think the misconception is on 'easily'. It took me a lot of work at every possible part of th

> "I would easily be able to get a good job and be successful" I think the misconception is on 'easily'. It took me a lot of work at every possible part of the chain to get to where I am. While it wasn't easy for me to get into a role I am very happy with, I wouldn't have gotten here without a lot of studying and hard work. going to your lack of phone screen issue, do not rely solely on applying to websites. I don't know what all the best things to do are, but you do need to approach it smarter. For example, try introducing yourself to the recruiters on linkedIn. The reply rate (for me, and for many others that I saw) is about 1/50 - harsh.