You've Been Laid Off, Now What? A Guide for Corporate Professionals

Facing a layoff can be daunting and challenging, especially for experienced corporate professionals. The uncertainty and stress of navigating the job market can be overwhelming. This podcast episode and blog will provide valuable insights and actionable advice on managing your job search effectively after being laid off, ensuring you make the most of this transition period.

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Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 02:15 Current Layoff Trends 
• 06:19 Revisiting Past Advice 
• 06:39 Networking: The Key to Job Search 
• 08:31 Skill Development During Unemployment 
• 09:25 Mental Health and Job Search 
• 10:29 Financial Planning During Unemployment 
• 11:18 New Strategies for Job Seekers 
• 15:16 Understanding Optimism Bias 
• 18:12 The Benefits of Hiring a Career Coach 
• 24:16 Conclusion: Moving Forward 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Learn more about my services

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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How to Invest in Your Career for Long-Term Success

Investing in your career is crucial not just for immediate success but for long-term sustainability and growth. Most professionals believe in investing in their careers and in professional development. The challenge is how to do it, what to invest in, and how to incorporate it as a habit instead of a knee-jerk action you implement when your career is not progressing as you wished.

Strategies to support lifelong learning, building a personal brand, and achieving work-life balance are crucial for long-term success. In this episode, I discuss several essential strategies to ensure you stay ahead in your professional journey.

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Job Hunting Made Simple

Reset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend

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:

• 01:57 The Importance of Lifelong Learning
• 04:41 Building Strong Relationships and Networking
• 06:08 Personal Growth and Adaptability
• 08:33 Seeking Feedback and Mentorship
• 12:20 Developing Your Personal Brand
• 14:35 Prioritizing Work-Life Balance
• 16:17 Setting Clear Goals and Taking Risks
• 18:27 Embracing Failure and Giving Back
• 20:26 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Episode 38 - A lesson in personal agility, with New World of Work expert Marianne Roux
• Episode 159 - Career Coach: What They Do and Why You May Need One
• Episode 229 - Is Your Professional Brand Aligned With Your Career Goals? 4 Questions to Help You Find Out, with Mark Mears
• Episode 211 - How to future proof your career: Insights from a career coach
• Episode 188 - Embracing failure: A job hunter's shortcut to success

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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Why Reputation Matters More Than Ever in Today's Job Market.

With unemployment durations averaging 20 weeks in the USA, Australia, and the UK as of April 2024, the job market is tougher than ever. This is a significant improvement from December 2023, when the average duration was over 22 weeks, but it’s still a challenging environment for job seekers.

Having a strong professional reputation can make all the difference in this tough and competitive scenario and become one of your most valuable assets. It can open doors, provide resilience in tough times, and significantly shorten the duration of unemployment. But what exactly is reputation, and how does it differ from personal branding?

In this podcast episode (239), I discuss the nuances of professional reputation. Because I strongly believe that by understanding and leveraging concepts such as reputation and personal branding can accelerate your career advancement and help you achieve your goals.

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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:

• 00:44 The Importance of Reputation 
• 02:22 Current State of Unemployment 
• 03:31 Defining Reputation and Personal Brand 
• 06:18 Building a Strong Reputation 
• 13:00 Real-Life Examples of Reputation 
• 17:16 Recovering from a Damaged Reputation 
• 22:19 Conclusion and Final Thoughts 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Episode 122 - How Successful Professionals Found the Strength and Wisdom to Turn Things Around When They Had to Recover from Setbacks, with Sacha Koffman
• Firing Back: How Great Leaders Rebound after Career Disasters
• Build Your Reputation by First Understanding Your Top Talents and Strengths

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 podcast episode addresses the issue of loneliness during the job search journey and provides valuable insights and strategies for overcoming it. It acknowledges that job hunting can often feel isolating, especially when one feels disconnected from the working world or lacks support from friends and family who may not understand the challenges of the process.

I describe various aspects of loneliness, including its prevalence across different demographics, its impact on mental and physical health, and its correlation with unemployment. I highlight research findings that emphasize the need for comprehensive strategies to support individuals during their job search, addressing both practical aspects and emotional well-being.

Many professionals experience unemployment but feel hesitant to discuss it openly. Thus, the loneliness of being between jobs is exacerbated. In this article, I summarize the episode, shedding light on the challenges of job search loneliness and offering insights, research findings, and practical strategies for overcoming them.

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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:

• 01:15 Diving Deep into Loneliness and Job Hunting 
• 04:22 Understanding Loneliness: Data and Insights 
• 14:26 The Impact of Unemployment on Mental Health 
• 25:42 Strategies to Combat Loneliness in Job Hunting 
• 32:30 Conclusion: Navigating Through Loneliness 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Job-Hunting Made Simple Waitlist
• Free Resource: Optimized Job Search Schedule
• Subscribe to my newsletter
• Episode 208 - How to Network with CEOs: A Guide for Corporate Professionals
• Episode 178 - Seven Reasons Why You Should Keep in Contact With Your Former Colleagues
• Episode 193 - Nurturing networks and owning your career: A conversation with Janine Garner
• Episode 194 - How to change sectors and start a side hustle: A conversation with wellness advocate Mandy Hooper
• Episode 233 - Dealing with the Job Search Blues: Strategies to Uplift Your Mood
• Episode 74 - The OG of Career Change: From Accountant to Mindfulness Consultant, Plus a 10-Minute Meditation for Job-Hunters - with Ilana Kosakiewicz
• Working from home can get lonely. Researchers have found a 'magic ratio' to balance it with office work
• Why Work Is Lonely by Gianpiero Petriglieri

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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Using ChatGPT for job search can be incredibly powerful for professionals who want to maintain a competitive edge. For that reason, I have interviewed ChatGPT for a second time on The Job Hunting Podcast.

In our last conversation a year ago, we explored the basics of how AI can aid in job searching and career planning. Since then, the landscape has evolved significantly, and today, AI tools like ChatGPT are becoming integral to professional development and job hunting strategies.

In this episode, my questions and ChatGPT answers are more detailed. We discuss how professionals can leverage AI to optimize their job applications, tailor their resumes, and stay updated with industry trends. ChatGPT shares insights on how it can assist in drafting compelling cover letters, preparing for interviews, and even planning career paths. We also tackle the big question—will AI replace career coaches, or does it simply augment our roles and allow us to focus on what we love most about our jobs?

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Job Hunting Made Simple

Reset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend

31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

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

Join 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe Now

Lear More About Renata's career coaching and courses

Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 01:38 Elevating Corporate Writing with ChatGPT 
• 02:28 Crafting Standout Resumes and Cover Letters 
• 06:16 Personalizing AI-Generated Content 
• 10:21 Utilizing ChatGPT for Job Applications 
• 13:03 Comparing Traditional and AI-Assisted Job Applications 
• 19:46 Long-Term Career Planning with AI 
• 24:05 Embracing AI Across Career Stages 
• 34:38 AI for Research and Keeping Up with Industry Trends 
• 39:24 The Future of Career Coaching in the AI Era 
• 45:15 Concluding Thoughts and Future Plans  

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Open AI: ChatGPT
• Episode 190 - Using AI for Job Hunting and Career Development: An Interview With Openai’s ChatGPT
• AI For Everyone
• Introduction to AI
• Elements of AI
• AI and Machine Learning for Business
• Building AI Applications on Google Cloud
• IBM Applied AI Professional Certificate

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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Navigating career transition, even for the most experienced professionals, can be daunting. The path to a new job can take longer than anticipated, and sometimes this happens due to missteps professionals make that occur from lack of experience in job search, networking, and the recruitment process.

In this episode of The Job Hunting Podcast, we address several mistakes often made by professionals looking for work. Some are subtle, and others are more conspicuous.

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Job Hunting Made Simple

Reset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend

31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

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

Join 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe Now

Lear More About Renata's career coaching and courses

Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 02:04 Job Hunting Mistakes Article 
• 02:55 Common Job Hunting Mistakes and Solutions 
• 05:21 Going Grandiose with Your Resume 
• 08:54 Failing to Back Up Your Claims 
• 10:39 Misunderstanding Interview Preparation 
• 14:09 Overlooking the Power of Practice 
• 16:29 Not Seeing Yourself Clearly 
• 19:11 Failing to Have Foresight 
• 22:02 Getting Rusty on Tech 
• 26:57 Losing Sight of Social Media Details 
• 28:28 Failing to Read the Room 
• 31:06 Forgoing Leveraging Your Network 
• 32:50 Additional Personal Observations on Job Hunting Mistakes 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• 12 Job Hunting Mistakes No IT Leader Should Make
• Become a private client: Book an onboarding session to become a private client
• Johanna Ambrosio articles
• Specialist vs Generalist
• LinkedIn for Executives

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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How to transition into leadership roles, with Bill Lennan

The journey from team member to successful leader is fraught with challenges and learning opportunities. In this episode, my guest, Bill Lennan, shares his extensive experience transitioning into effective leadership roles and fostering high-performing teams. This blog distills actionable insights and strategies from the discussion, tailored for experienced corporate professionals seeking career advancement or those venturing into new job roles.

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Job Hunting Made Simple

Reset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend

31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

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

Join 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe Now

Lear More About Renata's career coaching and courses

Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 01:46 A Personal Journey to Silicon Valley 
• 03:23 The Genesis of 40 Percent Better 
• 05:24 Transforming the Worst Software Team 
• 06:55 Creating Psychological Safety and Team Ownership 
• 09:54 The Power of Positive Leadership 
• 13:43 Navigating Company Culture and Personal Growth 
• 22:14 The Role of Anxiety in Professional Settings 
• 26:40 Harnessing Patience and Persistence in Job Applications 
• 27:23 Overcoming Anxiety Through Experience 
• 29:51 The Practice Effect: Improving Through Repetition 
• 31:35 Adapting Leadership in a Hybrid Work Environment 
• 32:20 Building Effective Teams Remotely 
• 35:37 Navigating Career Progression and Leadership Challenges 
• 38:04 Mastering the Job Application Process 
• 40:50 Networking and Referrals: The Key to Job Market Success 
• 48:47 Final Thoughts 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Anxiety — a systems approach by Bill Lennan
• Connect with Bill Lennan on LinkedIn
• Learn more about 40 Percent Better

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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How to Present Yourself in Video Interviews

Are you feeling apprehensive about transitioning to video interviews? You're not alone. Many seasoned professionals find themselves out of their comfort zone in this digital-first approach. However, video interviews offer a unique opportunity to showcase your charisma, professionalism, and the unique qualities that make you the perfect fit for the role.

Video interviews are a new staple in modern recruitment processes. So, in this podcast episode, Michael Smith, CMO of UseVerb, explains the significance of adopting video formats as a strategy to stand out in the competitive job market, offering practical advice on making this platform work for you.

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Job Hunting Made Simple

Reset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend

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:

• 00:59 Mike Smith's Background and Journey 
• 01:54 From Engineering to Chief Marketing Officer: Mike's Career Evolution 
• 04:19 The Shift from Oil and Gas to Marketing: A Personal Transformation 
• 05:35 Embracing Change and Finding Purpose Beyond Titles 
• 06:29 The Power of Personal Connections in Career Transitions 
• 14:51 Introducing UseVerb: Revolutionizing the Hiring Process 
• 15:15 Navigating Video Interviews: Challenges and Opportunities 
• 23:03 Rehumanizing Recruitment in the Digital Age 
• 25:53 Navigating Bias in Recruitment with Video Interviews 
• 25:56 Overcoming Performance Bias in Hiring 
• 27:00 The Power of Video in Showcasing Personality 
• 30:47 Enhancing Recruitment with AI and Authenticity 
• 32:03 Best Practices for Creating Effective Short Videos 
• 35:49 Feedback from Employers and the Impact on Recruitment 
• 42:20 Addressing Common Concerns and Misconceptions 
• 48:17 Final Thoughts and Encouragement 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Learn more about UseVerb
• Follow UseVerb on LinkedIn

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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Episode 233 - Dealing with the Job Search Blues: Strategies to Uplift Your Mood

As a career coach and host of 'The Job Hunting Podcast,' I've encountered many professionals who have experienced the rollercoaster of emotions accompanying job searching. In this episode, I discuss the 'job search blues,' a state familiar to many: frustration, anxiety, and demotivation that happens when you're looking for a new job. I share my personal experience, insights and strategies from my career coaching practice, hoping to offer hope and guidance for those navigating this challenging path.

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Job Hunting Made Simple

Reset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend

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:

• 01:27 Navigating the Job Search Blues
• 07:14 Defining the Job Search Blues
• 11:05 The Ups and Downs of Job Searching
• 14:17 Leveraging Community Support and Feedback
• 16:27 Strategies to Combat Job Search Blues
• 38:28 Seeking Support: A Key to Overcoming Challenges
• 43:58 Wrapping Up: Recap and Next Steps

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Want to Be a Better Leader? Stop Thinking About Work After Hours. Read more.

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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Jessica Spendlove is a dietitian who specializes in optimizing performance through nutrition. Her work reveals a critical yet often overlooked aspect of professional success: that our diet is not just fuel for our bodies but a key driver of our cognitive capabilities and overall performance in the high-stakes corporate world. And not just our diet: She also wants us to know that exercise, sleep, and the way we treat our body and mind matter.

Jessica's insights present a refreshing narrative, shifting the focus of job search from mere “skill and experience” to include the fundamental and holistic role of wellbeing and nutrition in professional excellence. Yet, we often neglect our diet and well-being during our demanding life and work. However, for ambitious professionals, understanding the significant role of diet could be the catalyst for achieving new heights in their careers.

Read the full Blog on the Website

Job Hunting Made Simple

Reset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend

31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

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

Join 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe Now

Lear More About Renata's career coaching and courses

Timestamps to guide your listening:

• 01:28 Jessica Spendlove’s Journey from Athlete to Dietitian 
• 03:34 From Athletes to Corporate Warriors 
• 07:23 The Power of Protein and Managing Stress Through Diet 
• 13:45 Navigating Career Transitions 
• 16:57 Advanced Strategies for Health and Performance 
• 26:42 Exploring Optimal Performance for Now and the Future 
• 28:38 The Three Pillars of Health: Nutrition, Sleep, and Movement 
• 33:27 Micro Recovery Strategies for High Achievers 
• 35:25 Personal Anecdotes and the Importance of Sleep 
• 41:19 Addressing Misconceptions in Coaching 
• 45:06 Strategies for Full Schedules 
• 47:45 Wrapping Up and Future Engagements 

Links mentioned in this episode:

• Follow Jessica Spendlove on LinkedIn: LinkedIn 
• Follow Jessica on Instagram: Instagram - @jess_spendlove_dietitian
• Check out Jessica's website
• A complete list of episodes dedicated to health and wellbeing on The Job Hunting Podcast

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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