Recruiting is No Joke

Episode 57: Recruiting Is No Joke: We're Back and Better Than Ever!

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Embarking on a job search journey can be a challenging and humbling experience, regardless of one's level of expertise. In the podcast "Recruiting is No Joke," listeners gain valuable insights to navigate through the complexities of the job market and secure the careers they deserve.

In this episode, we revisit some of the most impactful moments from past episodes while sharing feedback from our audience. Join us as we reflect on key learnings and memorable discussions, aiming to equip listeners with the knowledge and tools needed for success in their career pursuits.

Additionally, we'll provide a sneak peek into the exciting updates and enhancements planned for the podcast. Whether you're a seasoned professional or just starting your career journey, our goal is to empower you with the resources to seize opportunities and achieve your professional aspirations.

In this episode:

  • (1:02) – Joel goes deep about his followers and the direction of the podcast. 
  • (1:40) – The focus of the podcast moving forward is discussed. 
  • (2:30) – The guest format plan is revealed. 
  • (4:40) – The comments from the post are shared on-air.
  • (5:14) – Advice for job seekers. It takes more than just applying.
  • (5:41) – Randomly applying is not the way, apply for jobs that fit your skillset. 
  • (6:12) – Joel shares that recruiters were hardest hit by the slowed job market. 
  • (7:00) – Plenty of jobs, but the jobs don’t match the people according to Joel. 
  • (7:12) – Joel offers job seekers advice. 
  • (8:38) – Joel offers a sobering reality on today’s job market.
  • (9:30) – The comments from video #2 are discussed. 
  • (10:43) – Joel encourages listeners to keep working on the road to finding a job. 
  • (10:50) – Apply, network, update your resume. 
  • (11:50) – Tools are great, but the resume will still need to work for you. 
  • (12:15) – Joel mentions what he looks for in an applicant’s job history. 
  • (12:45) – The things applicants should emphasize on their resumes. 
  • (13:52) – Focus on accomplishments, not responsibilities. 
  • (14:44) – Joel shares insights from a good friend who also happens to be a peer. 
  • (16:50) – Joel gives his take on what comes next. 
  • (17:10) – AI and Automation led to layoffs, but now we’re in growth mode. 
  • (17:25) – The election will tell the hiring story once we know which way it goes. 
  • (18:20) – Joel discusses his job seeker poll results. 
  • (19:10) – Joel encourages listeners to participate in his poll. 
  • (20:07) – Closing thoughts from Joel on shows to come. 

    • About Joel Lalgee 

    Joel Lalgee is an internationally known recruitment leader and coach who has helped thousands of recruiters build their brands online. In 2015, Joel started recruiting for a small start-up agency in Milwaukee. He quickly found his passion for recruitment. In 2019, he discovered content marketing, publishing his first posts on Linkedin. Since then, he has grown to over 400k followers, and his content has been seen over 1 billion times. In 2023, he started a business specializing in coaching recruiters, marketing consulting, and influencer partnerships.

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