Google Sheets is useful when you want a lightweight browser-based tracker. The workflow still needs clear ownership of notes, dates and role context.
A practical workflow
Use the following as a working sequence, then adapt it to the companies and conversations in front of you.
- Create a single source sheet for opportunities
- Use filters or views for current stages
- Keep sharing and access settings appropriate for private search data
Keep the system workable
Keep one clear record for the opportunity, its current stage, the people involved and the next action. That gives you enough structure to return to the search without adding ceremony.
Candidate keeps this context together so a useful update after an application, conversation or exercise does not need to be copied across several tools.