Goals and Tracking

Set weekly application goals to stay motivated and maintain momentum in your job search.

Why Set Application Goals

Job searching is a numbers game. Setting consistent application goals helps you:

  • Maintain steady momentum throughout your search
  • Avoid procrastination and stay accountable
  • Track your effort objectively
  • Increase your chances of success through volume
  • Stay motivated with visible progress

Setting Your Weekly Goal

To set your weekly application goal:

  1. Navigate to Settings from the sidebar
  2. Find the Goals section
  3. Set your weekly target (default is 10 applications)
  4. Optionally set your target job title and preferences
  5. Save your settings

Goal Settings

Weekly Target

Number of applications to submit each week

Target Job Title

The role you are primarily seeking

Target Salary

Your desired compensation range

Preferred Work Type

Remote, Hybrid, or On-site preference

Tracking Your Progress

Once you set a goal, TrackMyRoles automatically tracks your progress:

Weekly Counter

See how many applications you have submitted this week compared to your target. The week resets every Monday.

Progress Bar

A visual progress bar shows how close you are to hitting your weekly goal.

Dashboard Widget

Your goal progress appears on the dashboard for easy reference throughout the day.

Streaks and Achievements

TrackMyRoles tracks your consistency with streaks:

Current Streak

How many consecutive weeks you have hit your goal. Keep it going to build momentum.

Longest Streak

Your all-time record for consecutive weeks hitting your goal. Try to beat your personal best.

Total Weeks Hit

The total number of weeks where you achieved your goal. A measure of your overall consistency.

Weekly Reset

Your weekly counter resets automatically every Monday at midnight (your local time). When a week ends:

  • If you hit your goal, your streak increases by one
  • If you missed your goal, your streak resets to zero
  • Your counter resets to zero for the new week
  • Previous week data is saved for your history

Recommended Goal Levels

Choose a goal that is challenging but achievable based on your situation:

Light

5 per week

Good for passive job seekers or those currently employed with limited time.

Standard

10 per week

The default recommendation. About 2 applications per weekday.

Intensive

20 per week

For full-time job seekers who can dedicate significant time daily.

Aggressive

30+ per week

For urgent searches. Focus on quality to avoid burnout.

Tips for Success

Start Realistic

Begin with a goal you can consistently hit. It is better to exceed a lower goal than miss a higher one.

Quality Over Quantity

While volume matters, make sure each application is tailored and thoughtful. Do not sacrifice quality for numbers.

Front-Load Your Week

Try to get ahead early in the week. This gives you buffer for busy days and reduces Friday stress.

Adjust as Needed

If you consistently miss or exceed your goal by a lot, adjust it. The right goal pushes you without burning you out.

Related Documentation

SettingsDashboard Overview