Max Forsyth brings an informed, contrarian perspective on the current communications job market that challenges several prevailing narratives. As principal of Comms Search and Selection, Max is a recruiter working with Fortune 500 companies and senior communications professionals.

Today, he offers insider intelligence on hiring practices, the role of AI in recruitment, and what's actually happening beneath surface-level complaints about market conditions.

Connect with Max:

Website: https://www.commssearch.com/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/max-forsyth-comms-ir-exec-talent-search-recruitment-uk-us/

Connect with Us:

Host Mike Klein:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mklein818/

Website: https://changingtheterms.com/

Host Janet Hitchen:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/janethitchen/

Website: https://www.janco.uk/

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00:00 Introduction to the Communication Job Market

02:09 Current Trends in Communication Recruitment

05:30 Ageism and Its Impact on Job Seekers

17:01 The Role of Automation and AI in Recruitment

27:12 Challenges with Job Descriptions and Candidate Positioning

30:12 The Importance of Authenticity in Job Applications

34:24 The Disconnect in Hiring Practices

37:53 Personal Branding for Communication Professionals

41:59 The Challenges of Video Interviews

50:15 Navigating the Job Market Effectively

59:48 Recap