Welcome to "That Sweet Salary" podcast hosted by Ben Harris & Emily Green. Today, we’re digging into the advice that many job seekers are hearing right now: “Why not just get a holiday job for some extra cash?” With major retailers and service businesses boosting seasonal hiring, it seems like a quick fix. But as our guest and many struggling job seekers remind us, the story is often more complex than picking up a few shifts. We’ll explore the realities behind seasonal work and discuss how part-time roles often fail to provide the stability and steady income needed for essentials like housing, medical care, and bills.

Ben and Emily take a close look at why short-term holiday jobs may help patch gaps but don’t address the deeper needs for sustainable income and benefits. Plus, they’ll share strategies on handling well-meaning but misinformed advice and discuss how job seekers can better articulate what they really need for a stable comeback. Join us as we unpack the challenges of seasonal work in today’s evolving workforce.