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How quickly should you apply after a team posts a job?

Some sport jobs seem to attract applicants immediately. Is there a meaningful advantage to applying in the first day or two, or should candidates take more time to tailor the application properly?

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Earlier is useful because many employers review applications in batches, but quality still matters more than being first. My preference would be a tailored application within the first few days rather than a generic one sent five minutes after the posting goes live.

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