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In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly Gordon, a recruiter at Creative People, to talk all things networking, personal branding, and how to stand out in today’s job market—all without sounding like everyone else in their DMs. Whether you're actively job hunting or just starting to think about your next move, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build better connections, communicate your value, and attract opportunities long before you need them. Kelly also shares what’s working *right now* for candidates landing interviews and how to use platforms like LinkedIn more intentionally.
→ Want more? We’re hosting a live webinar on April 23rd at 1pm EST on A Recruiter's Guide to Standing Out in a Crowded Job Market—from elevator pitches to personal positioning. Sign up for the interest list here: https://bit.ly/webinar-april-2025
Key Takeaways:
// What to send recruiters in your initial outreach (title, scope, salary, portfolio, and more)
// How to move beyond the “I’d love to pick your brain” message and create genuine value
// Why managing your expectations with online networking is key to avoiding burnout
// Creative ways to build relationships with recruiters before you need a job
// Quick-fire tips for resumes and LinkedIn profiles to make yourself more discoverable
// How to build your personal brand so the right opportunities come to you
Connect with Kelly: LinkedIn | Instagram
Learn more about Creative People: Website | Instagram
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Say hi! DM me on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - I can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you.
Join our FREE Open Jobs group on LinkedIn: Join now
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In this episode, I’m joined by Kelly Gordon, a recruiter at Creative People, to talk all things networking, personal branding, and how to stand out in today’s job market—all without sounding like everyone else in their DMs. Whether you're actively job hunting or just starting to think about your next move, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you build better connections, communicate your value, and attract opportunities long before you need them. Kelly also shares what’s working *right now* for candidates landing interviews and how to use platforms like LinkedIn more intentionally.
→ Want more? We’re hosting a live webinar on April 23rd at 1pm EST on A Recruiter's Guide to Standing Out in a Crowded Job Market—from elevator pitches to personal positioning. Sign up for the interest list here: https://bit.ly/webinar-april-2025
Key Takeaways:
// What to send recruiters in your initial outreach (title, scope, salary, portfolio, and more)
// How to move beyond the “I’d love to pick your brain” message and create genuine value
// Why managing your expectations with online networking is key to avoiding burnout
// Creative ways to build relationships with recruiters before you need a job
// Quick-fire tips for resumes and LinkedIn profiles to make yourself more discoverable
// How to build your personal brand so the right opportunities come to you
Connect with Kelly: LinkedIn | Instagram
Learn more about Creative People: Website | Instagram
____
Say hi! DM me on Instagram and let us know what content you want to hear on the show - I can't wait to hear from you! Please also consider rating the show and leaving a review, as that helps us tremendously as we move forward in this Marketing Happy Hour journey and create more content for all of you.
Join our FREE Open Jobs group on LinkedIn: Join now
Get the latest from MHH, straight to your inbox: Join our email list!
Follow MHH on Social: Instagram | LinkedIn | TikTok | Facebook

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