While reviewing open positions yesterday I thought to myself, "You really should focus on positions that are a better match and you are more likely to stand out." I think maybe I was wearing my "economist hat" because this line of thinking reminds me of the theory of comparative advantage I learned so long ago. Instead of cost (a country/firm producing something at a comparatively lower cost), it is now about job effectiveness. The logic:
I have a financial/business education and financial analyst experience - something a lot of IT professionals do not have. So I would likely be more effective in a business systems analyst or financial systems analyst position rather than a systems analyst position for a scientific system, for example.

However, I think I will continue to apply for ANY job I think I am qualified for. And I plan to apply for a minimum of four jobs a week.
So that is my basic job search plan/strategy. And I am very happy that I have a plan because plans are important:

"A goal without a plan is just a wish."
- Larry Elder

"Always, always have a plan."
- Rick Riordan

Of course I still need to plan for the worst. I am working on that plan.

"Expect the best, plan for the worst, and prepare to be surprised."
- Denis Waitley

"Don't wait until you're in a crisis to come up with a crisis plan."
- Phil McGraw