Episode 273 - Insights from a Top Recruiter: How to Advance Your Career as an Internal Candidate

In 2025, finding the right job—or the right candidate—has become an intricate balancing act. For corporate professionals navigating today’s hiring process, the challenges are nuanced, shaped by economic pressures, workplace culture shifts, and career expectations. As someone who works daily with mid- and senior-level professionals, I see these complexities play out in real time, often in ways that are both fascinating and troubling.

This week, my podcast conversation with recruitment expert Anita Ziemer highlighted several key themes, including the persistent tension between internal and external candidates, the critical role of LinkedIn, and the underestimated power of networking. Each of these factors reflects broader trends that deserve deeper exploration.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 02:36 Navigating Internal Mobility and Promotions
• 06:32 Challenges and Strategies for External Candidates
• 08:20 The Importance of Due Diligence and Networking
• 11:14 Preparing for Job Applications and Interviews
• 27:40 The Role of LinkedIn and Networking
• 32:08 Closing the Deal: Tips for Final Interviews
• 42:51 Final Thoughts and Future Trends

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Episode 35 - "Let me call you back" - Recruitment trends shaping the job market, with Anita Ziemer
• Anita's LinkedIn Profile

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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