In this episode of the Power Hour podcast, I speak with Sarah Jones, a seasoned recruiter in the tech space, particularly within the Power Platform and Dynamics 365.

We discuss Sarah's journey in recruitment, the importance of community building, and the role of visibility in the job market.

Sarah shares insights on negotiating salaries, valuing oneself in the job market, and the differences between contracting and permanent roles.

The conversation also touches on work-life balance, managing burnout, and the emerging skills in the business application space.

---------------------00:00 Introduction to the Power Hour Podcast

01:06 Sarah Jones: A Recruiter's Journey in Tech

04:28 Building Community Through Roundtables

10:02 The Importance of Visibility in the Job Market

13:14 Negotiation Beyond Salary

16:21 Valuing Yourself in the Power Platform Space

19:57 Navigating the Recruitment Landscape

23:17 Handling Candidate Placement Challenges

25:28 Identifying Red Flags in Recruitment

27:33 Contracting vs. Permanent Roles: Key Differences

31:03 Navigating Career Transitions: Contract vs Permanent Roles

33:32 Advice for Career Switchers: Breaking into Tech

36:40 Building Your Personal Brand: Networking and Content Creation

41:57 Essential Skills for the Business Application Space

44:56 Work-Life Balance: Managing Time and Avoiding Burnout

51:45 Community Engagement: Upcoming Projects and Initiatives