Why Most Career Advice Fails (And What We're Doing About It)

"Network more." "Update your LinkedIn." "Tailor your resume."

You've heard this advice a thousand times. And while it's not wrong, it's not particularly helpful either.

Here's the problem: most career advice is generic. It assumes everyone is in the same situation, has the same resources, and faces the same challenges.

But career journeys are deeply personal. A new grad navigating their first job search faces completely different challenges than a mid-career professional considering a pivot. A parent returning to work after caregiving has different concerns than someone who's been continuously employed.

Generic advice fails because it ignores context.

Traditional career guidance often ignores life circumstances like caregiving, health, and financial pressures. It ignores geographic realities—job markets vary wildly by location. It ignores industry dynamics—what works in tech doesn't work in healthcare. It ignores personal preferences—not everyone wants to climb the corporate ladder. And it ignores systemic barriers—bias and discrimination are real.

Our approach at DreamMatch AI is different. We're building career intelligence that accounts for context. When you use our tools, we ask about your situation—not to judge, but to provide relevant guidance.

Someone managing a disability needs different advice than someone without health concerns. Someone in Lagos faces different job market dynamics than someone in Los Angeles. Someone with caregiving responsibilities needs strategies that account for time constraints.

We can't fix all the problems with career advice. But we're committed to building something better than generic tips that ignore the complexity of real lives.

— Omar Hassan, Head of Career Intelligence