How did Simplify Jobs come about?

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Simplify Jobs was founded as a response to the frustrating and inefficient job application process that many face, especially within Generation Z. Ananth Veluvali, a student from Stanford, spearheaded the creation after experiencing significant challenges himself with job applications. He had applied to over 200 jobs across 15 different sites without much success. Joining forces with his co-founders—who he met during the job application process—the team sought to improve the job hunting experience by making it more organized, less repetitive, and tailored to highlight relevant positions effectively. They aimed to structure Simplify Jobs like a "Common Application" for job seekers, significantly streamlining the application process 1.

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Michael discusses the frustrations of job hunting for Gen Z and the inspiration behind Simplify, a platform designed to streamline the job application process. Ananth shares personal experiences that led to the creation of Simplify, emphasizing the user-centric approach akin to the common app.

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