In this episode, we welcome back Geoff Slade, a distinguished figure in the recruitment industry with a wealth of experience spanning over five decades. Our conversation delves into the critical strategies and insights necessary for a successful job search in the current market.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 01:58 - Job market in 2023 vs 2022
• 06:07 - Impact of Hybrid Work and Social Skills Erosion
• 06:57 - The Struggle of Networking in the New Normal
• 09:07 - Optimism in the Job Market for 2024
• 11:45 - The Impact of Disruption and Technology in Recruitment
• 18:01 - The Potential of Job Opportunities in Regional Areas
• 21:07 - The Prolonged Recruitment Process: Causes and Solutions 
• 24:11 - How do I follow up after an interview?
• 25:46 - The Impact of Online Interviews
• 27:03 - The Role of Recruiters in the Interview Process
• 36:15 - The Impact of AI on Job Applications
• 41:24 - The Role of Emotion in Job Applications
• 44:31 - The Challenge of Explaining Employment Gaps

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Episode 205 - Unlocking SME Career Opportunities: Navigating Small Business Job Markets with Stephanie Kelly
• Episode 76 - Senior executive jobs in regional Australia: What is available and who are the successful candidates? - featuring regional recruiter Zoe Allan
• Episode 41 - Escape to the country: Can remote work reshape our cities and regional towns? - with Liz Ritchie

About the host, Renata Bernarde

Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress. 

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