To clarify, I'm not saying to not do open apps, I'm saying do open apps that don't include free labour.
Open Call for Interest > Top of Funnel Resume Filter > 1st Round Interviews > 2nd Round Interviews > Decision
as someone married to a Turk, this fully checks out
Turks are like ‘f*ck it, put me in’ and then deliver
Hard working, resourceful, tough, calm under pressure
Hire a Turk
Marry a Turk
Start a company with a Turk