Internal vs External Candidates: Who Wins? (Ep 273)

13/01/2025 45 min Episodio 273
Internal vs External Candidates: Who Wins? (Ep 273)

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Episode 273 - Insights from a Top Recruiter: How to Advance Your Career as an Internal CandidateIn 2025, finding the right job—or the right candidate—has become an intricate balancing act. For corporate professionals navigating today’s hiring process, the challenges are nuanced, shaped by economic pressures, workplace culture shifts, and career expectations. As someone who works daily with mid- and senior-level professionals, I see these complexities play out in real time, often in ways that are both fascinating and troubling.This week, my podcast conversation with recruitment expert Anita Ziemer highlighted several key themes, including the persistent tension between internal and external candidates, the critical role of LinkedIn, and the underestimated power of networking. Each of these factors reflects broader trends that deserve deeper exploration.Read the full Blog on the WebsiteJob Hunting Made SimpleReset Your Career - Fast-Track Your Job Search in One Weekend31 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:02:36 Navigating Internal Mobility and Promotions06:32 Challenges and Strategies for External Candidates08:20 The Importance of Due Diligence and Networking11:14 Preparing for Job Applications and Interviews27:40 The Role of LinkedIn and Networking32:08 Closing the Deal: Tips for Final Interviews42:51 Final Thoughts and Future TrendsLinks mentioned in this episode:Episode 35 - "Let me call you back" - Recruitment trends shaping the job market, with Anita ZiemerAnita's LinkedIn ProfileAbout the host, Renata BernardeHello, 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. Watch the Episodes on YouTubeFollow Renata on Social Media:LinkedIn