LinkedIn is a powerful tool for corporate professionals to enhance their professional brand, connect with others, and advance their careers. Using LinkedIn has become a must for corporate professionals. It is the most used social media platform for the Fortune 500 companies and allows for connectivity and interaction in a corporate world still trying to find how to communicate in a remote-work environment.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 04:31 - What is LinkedIn for?
• 13:50 - How to use LinkedIn: A guide for corporate professionals
• 18:41 - How to navigate LinkedIn anonymously
• 24:18 - The best type of post for LinkedIn
• 26:57 - How to use LinkedIn to look for work
• 30:44 - When to invest in LinkedIn Premium

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Follow me on LinkedIn
• Download my LinkedIn Checklist
• Episode 115 - How to use LinkedIn for new job opportunities and career advancement
• Episode 91 - How executives can become strategic with their LinkedIn presence
• Episode 34 - How to make your LinkedIn profile stand out

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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Are you struggling to identify your leadership style for your job search or to adapt to the changing world of work? Then tune in to this episode. Our guest, Robert Jordan, CEO of InterimExecs, shares his expertise on four leadership styles and their effectiveness in different situations.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 4:47 - Robert Jordan's career story 
• 7:43 - Interim executive work: what is it and how it works 
• 18:21 - Fixer leadership style and examples 
• 19:41 - Artist leadership style and examples 
• 21:06 - Builder leadership style and examples 
• 28:36 - Strategist leadership style and examples 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Renata Bernarde's website
• Episode 78 - Portfolio career: What is it, and is it for you? Featuring Jacinta Whelan.
• Episode 167 - You need to know your leadership style. Feauturing Gary Ryan.

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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In this episode, I talked about the challenge of finding time for job searching and career planning while working full-time, especially during the pandemic with remote and hybrid work. By utilizing tools like project management software and video messaging, I demonstrated how asynchronous communication can be just as productive and even more efficient than synchronous communication.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 02:41 - What is asynchronous work?
• 04:48 - What is synchronous communication?
• 05:56 - How Video Messages Can Transform Your Business Communication
• 08:53 - The Benefits of Using Calendar Scheduling Systems
• 15:25 - Maximizing Team Communication by using messaging apps like Microsoft Teams
• 17:20 - Implementing Synchronous Communication
• 19:41 - Creating Guidelines for Effective Asynchronous and Synchronous Communication at Work
• 22:09 - The Importance of Synchronous Communication for Team Building and Culture Development

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Loom - video recorder app
• Slack
• Microsoft Teams
• Whatsapp Messenger

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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In this episode, I discussed the importance of networking for career development is explored, and the role that alumni networks can play in providing valuable contacts, support, and mentorship. I offered insights into the benefits of alumni networks for both employees and companies, including business intelligence, referrals, collaboration, learning opportunities, and mentorship.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 1. Business Intelligence (8:36)
• 2. Referrals (10:20)
• 3. Ask them if they can be your referees for a job you are applying. (11:41)
• 4. Course Collaboration (12:53)
• 5. Keeping in touch is a learning opportunity (13:58)
• 6. Rejoin the organization (15:01)
• 7. Mentorship (16:07)

Links mentioned in this episode:

• 50 Most Supportive Alumni Networks
• What Is The Most Powerful Corporate Alumni Network?

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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In this episode, we dive into the importance of finding your niche and the misconceptions surrounding the process. Many people believe that being a generalist is better than specializing in a particular area, but this is simply not true.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 1. Niching down means limiting the jobs you can apply for. (9:42)
• 2. You have to niche down to a specific group of companies or jobs. (11:24)
• 3. You have to niche your entire resume (18:25)

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Episodes with recruiters:
• Episode 35 - "Let me call you back" - Recruitment trends shaping the job market, with Anita Ziemer
• Episode 40 - How to Find a Job During the Pandemic, with Global Recruitment Expert Geoff Morgan Am
• Episode 50 - Skills and Attributes Needed for Business Recovery, With Julian Doherty
• Episode 52 - Has COVID-19 Derailed Your Career? Interview With Recruitment Expert Geoff Slade
• Episode 71 - Moving Lanes: How to Make Career Changes Without Going Backward, Featuring Donna Burr
• Episode 76 - Senior Executive Jobs in Regional Australia: What Is Available and Who Are the Successful Candidates? - Featuring Regional Recruiter Zoe Allan
• Episode 78 - Portfolio career: What is it, and is it for you? - featuring Jacinta Whelan

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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In this week's episode, I'm focusing on the 3 biggest mistakes job seekers make during the recruitment process. If you are a long-time listener of this podcast, these mistakes may not come as a surprise to you, but they may be worth listening to anyway. If you're anything like me, sometimes it's good to listen to advice on repeat to let it sink in!

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 01:55- What is Job Hunting Made Simple
• 04:40 - #1 You are not a generalist
• 07:02 - #2 Applying for jobs before thinking things through
• 10:11 - #3 You don't make abundantly clear that you want the job 
• 13:58 - Bonus (4th mistake) 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Learn more about my group coaching: Job Hunting Made Simple
• Episodes with recruiters:
• Geoff Morgan
• Jacinta Whelan
• Donna Burr
• Anita Ziemer
• Julian Doherty
• Geoff Slade
• Zoe Allan

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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In this episode, Cassandra Goodman shares the foundational practices that support individuals to be true to themselves at work in a skillful, brave, and kind way. She believes that by being authentic, individuals can tap into their highest potential and make a meaningful impact in the world.

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Job Hunting Made Simple

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31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

Find Your Talents: Learn About Your Strengths, and Watch Your Career Grow

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Timestamps to guide your listening: 

• 07:10 - Breaking the Conformity: Strategies for Job Hunters to Stand Out in Interviews
• 11:35 - The stress of surface acting
• 15:31 - Dealing with injuries
• 22:30 - Leadership Vs. Leaders
• 38:24 - Reflection
• 47:34 - Playfulness as adults - Gamification

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Learn more about the Job Hunting Made Simple Program

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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This episode is a must-listen for job seekers seeking advice on how to fix a job search that's not going well. With an emphasis on being proactive in career development, I provided insights into how job seekers can earn more and have better control over their career outcomes. I urge listeners to stop procrastinating and start their job search. When you apply for jobs, you can review your progress and identify areas for improvement. I hope you will agree that my suggestions on committing to one of three paths and creating a positive mindset make for a refreshing and helpful perspective on the job search process.

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Job Hunting Made Simple

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31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

Find Your Talents: Learn About Your Strengths, and Watch Your Career Grow

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Lear More About Renata's career coaching and courses

Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 03:38 - First thing to do - start your job search
• 08:07 - Career planning
• Three paths
• 13:30 - Leave the competition
• 17:44 - Treat it like a side hustle 
• 20:03 - Treat it like the most important project

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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As job seekers, we've all experienced the frustration of being "ghosted" by recruiters during the recruitment process. It's an all too common scenario - you put in the time and effort to apply for a job, only to never hear back from the hiring manager or recruiter. But why does this happen?

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 09:26 - Tip #1: Know your area of expertise and be sharp  
• 12:52 - Tip #2: Do your research  
• 18:00 - Tip #3: Be comfortable discussing salaries
• 20:40 - Tip #4: ATS can be whats blocking you
• 22:59 - Question #1: How to fix a broken bridge?
• 27:46 - Question #2: Is it true that calling the hiring manager before the application can help maximize the chance of application success?
• 31:31 - Question #3: Conversations with a couple of recruiters

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Article: That's not a real job opening: Some companies are posting 'ghost jobs' but don't actually plan to hire you — or anyone
• Episode 31 - Me Inc: Opting for short term contract work
• Episode 67 - The step-by-step process from advertising a job to starting a new role
• Episode 78 - Portfolio career: What is it, and is it for you? - featuring Jacinta Whelan
• Episode 142 - Seven types of job interviews you should be preparing for
• Episode 163 - How to job search in 2023: An expert's view on the job market and recruitment trends, with Geoff Slade
• Episode 169 - Seven tips on how to get a new job

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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Join me as I discuss the common mistakes that can harm your professional image. From unprofessional email addresses to strange LinkedIn connection requests, this podcast episode will help you avoid these cringe-worthy blunders. 

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Find Your Talents: Learn About Your Strengths, and Watch Your Career Grow

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 05:50 - #1 Terrible email addresses
• 11:33 - #2 Terrible photo profile on LinkedIn
• 16:12 - #3 When people send LinkedIn connection requests without a message
• 18:27 - #4 When people send LinkedIn connection requests with a weird message
• 21:15 - #5 An experienced, senior professional with an "Open to work" banner on Linkedin
• 25:46 - #6 Weird backgrounds on Zoom 
• 29:37 - #7 Terrible advice, written by people and organizations who should not better.

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Download the free Optimized Job Search Schedule
• Go Daddy - get a customized URL
• Controversial Instagram post from Harvard Business Review: How to Respond to "Tell me about a time you failed."
• How to answer "Tell Me About a Time You Failed" in a Job Interview
• Debbie Millman interview: "Confidence is overrated."

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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