The Job Hunting Podcast

Oct 28 2024 263 ep. 38 mins 49

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The podcast with Expert Insights for Navigating the Modern Job Market. Hi, my name is Renata Bernarde. In 2018, I left my job to help others get their careers on track. My love for coaching started at a very young age. Over time, I realized that many professionals don’t know how recruitment & selection work, which negatively impacts their career progression. Today I host The Job Hunting Podcast and I also have a series of career services for corporate professionals. My signature coaching program is called Job Hunting Made Simple, a roadmap teaching professionals the steps and framework to make career advancement simpler and less stressful. Please subscribe, leave me a rating, write a review, and let the people you care about know about this podcast. You can also learn more about me and my coaching services on www.renatabernarde.com Do you want me to be a guest on your podcast? Speak at your event? Coach you? Reach out via email at www.renatabernarde.com, and let’s make it happen!

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Holiday Job Search Tips (Ep 262)

Oct 28 2024 29 mins

Episode 262 - Navigating Year-End Job Search Anxiety: How to Stay Focused and Seize OpportunitiesAs the year comes to a close, even the most experienced professionals seeking a new job will often face what I call the “end-of-year heebie-jeebies.” It’s a feeling of anxiety and uncertainty that creeps in during the holiday season. With festive celebrations, family gatherings, a

Corporate Layoffs (Ep 261)

Oct 21 2024 47 mins

Episode 261 - Why Restructures and Redundancies Are on the RiseCorporate restructuring, economic instability, and a surge in technology-led change are reshaping the career landscape for professionals everywhere. We’re witnessing seismic shifts in the workforce, and for many seasoned corporate professionals, this often translates into redundancy, unexpected career changes, or a pu

Ghosting, Stagnation & Dumb Jobs (Ep 260)

Oct 14 2024 41 mins

Episode 260 - The Final Stretch: Expert Career Insights for a Sluggish Job MarketAs we move through 2024, it's clear that the job market is presenting unique challenges for corporate professionals. For many, the once-secure world of steady jobs and rising salaries feels like it’s slipping away. We’re facing a period of economic sluggishness, prolonged hiring cycles, and a signi

Hybrid Work: A Necessity or a Trend? (Ep 259)

Oct 07 2024 29 mins

The workplace has transformed dramatically in the past few years, and many corporate professionals are finding themselves wondering, What’s next? Will remote work remain viable, or are we heading back to the traditional office environment?In light of recent decisions from major companies like Amazon, which plans to bring all employees back to the office full-time by January 2025,

Struggling to Set Career Goals? (Ep 258)

Sep 30 2024 34 mins

How to Find Career Clarity When You're Feeling StuckAs a career coach, I often work with professionals who, despite having decades of experience, find themselves uncertain about their career direction. They’ve climbed the corporate ladder, led teams, and made significant contributions to their organizations—but now, they feel stuck. Many of them come to me not because they lack

Career Coaching vs Career Counseling: Understanding the Key Differences (Ep 257)

Sep 23 2024 29 mins

Since the pandemic, corporate professionals across the globe have been reassessing their career goals, purpose, and interests. Many are no longer content with simply climbing the corporate ladder; instead, they are seeking roles that align with their values, provide fulfillment, and offer flexibility. In both the US and Australia, professionals are changing industries, pursuing car

Key Strategies to Stand Out (Ep 256)

Sep 16 2024 52 mins

The job market in 2024 remains complex and competitive, especially for experienced professionals. Whether you’re in the US or Australia, senior-level roles are becoming harder to land, and even seasoned executives find themselves in uncharted territory.In the US, the labor market has shown signs of slowing growth. While the unemployment rate has remained relatively low, many comp

How Psychometric Assessments Can Transform Your Job Search and Career (Ep 255)

Sep 09 2024 56 mins

This a Rebroadcast of Episode 143.If you’ve been actively searching for a new job or advancing your career, chances are you’ve encountered psychometric tests as part of the recruitment process. Yet, many professionals remain unclear about what these assessments are, how they work, and whether they should prepare for them.Knowing how psychometric assessments can reveal insights

Expert Advice on Job Hunting (Ep 254)

Sep 02 2024 53 mins

In this week’s podcast episode, I tackle some of the most pressing questions that job seekers are grappling with in today’s market. Drawing on my experience as a career coach and former corporate executive, I offer practical advice and strategies to help you navigate these challenges effectively. But first, let’s revisit the current job market which is the backdrop for some o

Winning Resumes? Keep It Simple (Ep 253)

Aug 26 2024 56 mins

In today’s hyper-competitive job market, your resume is your personal marketing tool. Therefore, choosing a good template is quite a challenge for many professionals. Especially due to the fact that the first "thing" looking at your resume most often is a bot, not the human eye. Most employers now rely on Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) to sift through countless resumes, which m