I’m going to say something that surprises people: I don’t usually hire the most qualified person. I hire the one who stands out.

I’ve been hiring people in the Philippines since 2005. My very first hire is still with me today. That’s 20 years. And after two decades of reading applications, interviewing, and making both great and terrible hires, I’ve seen the same patterns over and over again.

This episode is different. For the first time ever, I’m talking directly to workers on OnlineJobs.ph.

But if you’re a business owner, don’t skip this. Because what I’m really doing here is pulling back the curtain on how employers actually think when we’re hiring.

There are way more applicants than jobs. That’s just reality. So if you’re doing what everyone else is doing (mass applying, generic cover letters, leaning too hard on AI), you’re invisible. And invisible people don’t get hired.

What does work is simple, but not easy. It’s about intention. Effort. Honesty. And yes, standing out in ways that actually matter.

Here’s what I break down in this episode 👇

🟢 Why “stand out” matters more than experience📩 Why mass applying is the fastest way to get ignored📌 How following instructions instantly filter you to the top🔍 Why knowing who you’re applying to changes everything🎯 How using more apply points signals real intent🧠 Where AI helps and where it absolutely backfires⚠️ Why faking skills leads to bad reviews and short-term work🤝 How being yourself leads to long-term, loyal hires

At the end of the day, employers aren’t looking for perfect resumes or AI-written answers. We’re looking for real people we can trust, train, and build with long-term. When you get that right, everything changes on both sides.

▶️ If you want to understand how real hiring decisions are made, hit play.

💬 What’s the hardest part of hiring or getting hired right now?

🚀 Ready to build a long-term team? Visit OnlineJobs.ph and hire direct.

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