In this episode, Brad Minton interviews Tony Yang, a former Amazon recruiter, to uncover insider tips on how job seekers can stand out in a competitive market. They discuss the impact of AI on hiring, crafting authentic stories, and strategic job search tactics for 2026.

Key Takeaways:

• The impact of AI on job applications and interviews
• How to craft authentic and compelling stories for interviews
• Strategies for effective resume writing and interview preparation

• Be intentional and strategic in your job search in 2026.
• Own your narrative and be authentic during interviews.
• Use AI as an augment, not a crutch, in preparing for interviews.
• Keep resumes simple, focused, and impactful with 3-5 bullets per role.
• Focus on your genuine enthusiasm and energy in interviews.
• Avoid over-reliance on frameworks like STAR; be natural and confident.
• Apply to roles strategically, considering reposts and application volume.
• Set daily goals for job applications to stay motivated.
• Showcase your curiosity and potential, even if you don't meet all qualifications.
• Authenticity and human connection remain key in interviews.

Guest Info:

Tony Yang is a former Principal Recruiter and Bar Raiser at Amazon for 9 years who’s spent time inside the hiring process, reviewing resumes, running interviews, and sitting in the debriefs where decisions actually get made. He’s seen how candidates are really evaluated and what gets said behind the scenes. Now, as the Founder of Liminality, he mentors students, early-career and industry professionals—helping them understand how hiring actually works so they can be clear, tell better stories, and turn interviews into offers. 
Website: https://liminality.services/

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tonyyang409/

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