Episode 288 - How to Job Hunt During the Mid-Year SlowdownIf you're a job seeker heading into the mid-year period, particularly the June–July school holidays, you’ve likely heard the familiar refrain: “No one hires this time of year.” The job boards quiet down, recruiters take leave, and it’s easy to believe your career ambitions should be put on hold. In this continuation of my conversation with leadership expert Michelle Redfern (Click here for Part 1), we unpack what it really means to look for a job during seasonal slowdowns, and why this mid-year window can offer a strategic advantage for experienced professionals. Whether you’ve recently been made redundant, are voluntarily stepping away from a role, or just rethinking your next move, this episode is packed with practical insights for navigating this often-overlooked career season. 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:00:00 Conclusion and Next Steps for Job Seekers06:38 Navigating Job Market Slowdowns08:34 Psychological Aspects of Unemployment11:00 Crafting Your Narrative During Job Searches16:48 Preparing for Social Gatherings as an Unemployed Professional23:30 Maximizing Downtime for Career Planning29:41 The Importance of Authentic Networking37:49 Optimizing Your LinkedIn Profile for Job SearchesLinks mentioned in this episode:Episode 287 - Hiring Makes No Sense Anymore: Why Recruitment and Hiring Feel Like a Burden and How Leaders Can Fix ThemMichelle's podcast Lead to Soar podcast, community and corporate servicesEpisode 260 - The Final Stretch: Expert Career Insights for a Sluggish Job MarketEpisode 242 - The Role of Business Intelligence (BQ), Emotional Intelligence (EQ), and Social Intelligence (SQ) in Career AdvancementEpisode 121 - Impostor Syndrome and Fear of Success: A Conversation, with Michelle RedfernEpisode 37 - The Missing 33%: The CEO...

Ver todos los episodios