The Job Hunting Podcast

Why It’s Important Job Hunters Find Their Niche (Ep 177)


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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

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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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