Yaser Ahmed, the VP of People at Hello Fresh, joins us for our first-ever guest episode. Yaser brings fresh insights on successfully answering interview questions and what it takes to land a job in today’s job market. He also peels back the curtains to reveal Hello Fresh's transparent approach to hiring.

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The perfect job may not exist but an enabling and healthy environment does.

On this episode of Open To Work, Matt and James walk us through three major red flags to watch out for when you're interviewing and how to interview the interviewer to help you make smarter decisions in your job search.

We can't afford to spill too much of the tea, so enjoy the episode!

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We love how much you enjoy the weekly insights from Matt and James, so we're back with the 11th episode! In this one, the duo holds nothing back as they answer your top questions.

As a wise man once said, the only stupid questions are the ones left unasked. This episode proves that, as Matt and James address a range of topics: from positioning yourself in a job market dominated by college degrees without having one, to understanding the hiring practices of small businesses, and whether it’s best to disclose your current job status to potential employers.

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After nine impactful episodes of the OpenToWork podcast, this season comes to an end with a must-watch episode. 
Matt and James tackle the myth of the hidden job market and why you shouldn’t waste your time looking for it. Spoiler alert – it’s not there. 
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Getting a job in itself is a job. But few things are worse than getting lowballed on a job offer. In this conversation, Matt and James discuss the pay gap, and share everything you need to know about salary and benefits before you accept a new job.

With two more episodes until the season finale, James and Matt take things up a notch by dedicating this episode to one of the most discussed but rarely understood topic in the job market; salaries & total compensation packages.

In the first part of this episode, they break down how salary bands work and share tips on getting the most out of what you earn by thinking through the entire compensation package. Plus, they spill the beans on who really calls the shots when it comes to deciding how much you get paid…and what you can do about it. 

This week we’re having an essential conversation on interviewing. Matt & James share practical tips on how to interview, approach feedback and maintain perspective while waiting on feedback for a job. 

This episode highlights the need for humanity in the job search processes and is a must watch. Enjoy! 

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The job interview process comes with a power dynamic that can turn even the most confident professional into a bundle of nerves.

In their most vulnerable episode yet, Matt and James bare it all, shedding light on the realities of interviewing in today's job market. From overcoming interview anxiety, to why job rejections hurt so much, and how you can best prepare – even though they’re totally unpredictable.

Give the episode a listen to get all the best pointers and share with a friend who could use a confidence boost on their own interviewing journey.

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"Recruiters aren’t doing what you think they’re doing"

In the fifth episode of "Open To Work", Matt & James take us down the corridors of the recruiting industry. From executive recruiting to agency recruiting, you get the 411 on how your recruiter is thinking and what to do in relating with them while you apply for jobs.

If you've ever found recruiters mysterious, intimidating or just need better insights to help you work better with them, this episode is a must-listen, enjoy!

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There’s so much advice on how job applications are a waste of time. But, how much of this is supported by data? In this eye-opening episode, Matt and James unveil the top sources for hires, discuss why everything you’ve been told about job applications is a lie, and share how to combine the trifecta of job applications, referrals and outreaches to get to the job you want.

You’ll be at the edge of your seat the entire time! 

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