Job Search Insights from Ambition CEO Nick Waterworth

29/09/2025 1h 1min Episodio 310
Job Search Insights from Ambition CEO Nick Waterworth

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Episode 310 - Most job seekers focus on what they should do. In today’s episode, we dig into what they aren’t doing and why that’s costing them jobs. At a time when headlines are dominated by artificial intelligence, layoffs, and economic uncertainty, the themes from my discussion with Nick Waterworth, CEO of Ambition, on The Job Hunting Podcast (ep 309) deserve a closer look. His insights align with what I hear daily from my clients, and he offers explanations and advice that will benefit many job seekers on their path to career advancement and success in the hiring process. As a career strategist working with experienced professionals, many of whom are navigating the turbulence of mid-to-late career transitions, I found the conversation with Nick enlightening.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 Introduction and Setup01:58 The Journey into Recruitment04:53 The Evolution of Recruitment07:54 Adapting to Technology and AI11:09 Navigating Hybrid Work Environments14:01 Current Job Market Dynamics16:58 The Over 50s in the Workforce28:21 The Dual Faces of Interim Assignments31:11 Hiring Trends and the Need for Adaptability35:18 The Challenges of Job Ads38:25 Navigating the Recruitment Process41:19 Concerns in Recruitment for 202545:25 Common Misconceptions Among Job Seekers52:23 Understanding Niche Markets in RecruitmentLinks mentioned in this episode:Ambition Group WebsiteNick'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: