Listen "How to Job Search in 2023: An Expert View on the Job Market and Recruitment Trends with Geoff Slade (Ep 163)"
Episode Synopsis
In this episode, recorded live on LinkedIn, YouTube, and Facebook, Geoff Slade and I discuss the year that was, analyzing the major job market trends that have been a Hallmark of 2022 post-pandemic. We also look at the year ahead; specifically, the in-demand skills and job market opportunities we believe can support professionals plan for a successful job-search strategy.Geoff Slade has worked at the forefront of the recruitment industry for over 50 years. He is the Executive Chairman of Slade Group, TRANSEARCH International Australia, Yellow Folder Research, and Skillstream Australia. During the live recording of this episode, we had over 50 participants listening as we recorded, sending us comments and feedback. I hope you enjoy this chat with Geoff and that it helps you plan ahead for a successful job hunt in the months ahead.Read the full Blog on the Website31 Days of Action for Job SeekersFind Your Talents: Learn About Your Strengths, and Watch Your Career GrowJoin 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe NowLear More About Renata's career coaching and coursesTimestamps to guide your listening:04:37 - Geoff Slade discusses the 2022 job market05:52 - Geoff Slade explains why the recruitment process is taking longer than pre-pandemic 07:09 - Sectors and professions at risk of redundancy in 202308:35 - Should you apply for a job this December or wait until next year?10:45 - What has been different in the recruitment industry since the pandemic?11:48 - Geoff Slade explains what it takes to be a good recruiter13:20 - What makes people so antagonistic about sales?14:47 - How recruiters handle the high volume of applications16:08 - Are recruiters still keen to catch up with candidates?19:00 - Are cover letters still important?20:00 - Geoff Slade looks ahead at 2023 trends for jobs24:00 - The top skills for job candidates in 202325:53 - Three factors that will shape the future labor supply globally28:00 - How is the Slade Group keeping up with the technology change33:21 - Geoff Slade explained the importance of being entrepreneurial when job hunting36:58 - Renata Bernarde's client's biggest challenges39:30 - The importance of LinkedIn for corporate professionals41:25 - Flexibility and part-time opportunities Links mentioned in this episode:Find My Talents: Learn about your strengths, and watch your career growReset Your Career Online CourseEpisode 52 - Has COVID-19 Derailed Your Career? Interview With Recruitment Expert Geoff SladeEpisode 35 - "Let me call you back" - Recruitment trends shaping the job market, with...
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