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Author: Jonathan Flaks

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The Career Transition Experts is designed to help you get hired for the job you’ll love. Discover what top recruiters and job search professionals have to say about current job trends and what hiring parties are looking for. You’ll also get expert leadership and career transition advice on writing your resume and cover letter, interviewing, networking, and more. In this podcast, we interview members of our executive recruiter network, including CEO recruiters and CFO recruiters as well as many other successful professionals in the executive search business. Discover how to love your career with financial success, happiness, and work-life balance. If you are interested in leadership career success, listen up! You can find more from Jonathan at https://betheonebest.com
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In this episode, we discuss the topic of burnout and career breaks. We'll explore strategies to recognize and address burnout, as well as how to plan and execute a successful career break.Key Topics Covered:Understanding Burnout: Recognizing the signs and symptoms of burnout and the importance of taking a break.Planning Your Career Break: Setting clear goals, financial planning, and maintaining professional networks.Re-entering the Workforce: Developing effective re-entry strategies, updating...
In this episode, we explore how understanding your core values is essential for aligning your career choices with your personal beliefs and passions. By defining your 3-5 most important values, you can use them as a filter to evaluate potential job opportunities and make decisions that truly resonate with you.This strategy can also allow you to gain clarity, confidence, and direction as you navigate your career transition.Our guest, Laura Nguyen, is a seasoned business strategist, advocate fo...
In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, we delve into a common concern for individuals on career breaks: the dreaded "resume gap" question. We discuss the importance of a confident and concise approach to addressing this query. Overexplaining can often hinder your chances, so it's crucial to focus on the positive aspects of your break. Highlight the skills and knowledge you've gained during this time, and express your readiness to contribute to a new role. By projecting confide...
In this episode, we explore the art of mastering salary negotiation and unlocking your earning potential. We discuss strategies and interviewing tips for salary negotiation, including understanding your total compensation package and leveraging your skills to command higher offers.We also unlock the importance of emotional intelligence to stand out in job interviews. Instead of wasting time on trivial questions, focus on understanding the employer's concerns and fears. By addressing these pai...
In this episode, we discuss the art of effective interviewing as a foundation for a successful salary negotiation. It's not just about answering questions about skills and experience - there are nuances to demonstrating your value by connecting your abilities to revenue generation, cost reduction, and problem-solving. Listen for more insights and interviewing tips to position yourself for a higher job offer. Our guest, John Gates is the founder of Salary Coach and the author of Act Your ...
In this episode, we counter the common myth that salary negotiation starts when you receive a job offer. In reality, the negotiation process begins much earlier, right from the initial contact with a company. By understanding the nuances and interviewing tips to strategically answer screening questions, you can position yourself for a better job offer!Our guest, John Gates is the founder of Salary Coach and the author of Act Your Wage, an international best-selling book on pay negotiation. Jo...
This episode of “The Career Transition Experts” podcast offers valuable insights for navigating today's job market. It discusses topics such as embracing multiple passions through the gig economy, the importance of authenticity in the remote workforce, and strategies for attracting and retaining top talent. Key Topics and Takeaways:Career Fulfillment Beyond the 9 to 5: Explore how to find meaningful work that aligns with your passions and values.The Rise of the Gig Economy: Discover the ...
This episode highlights the crucial role of culture in candidate alignment - where values and goals align with the organization's mission and culture. Learn how successful hiring involves not only assessing skill sets but also identifying candidates who are passionate about the company's purpose can contribute positively to company culture. By focusing on cultural fit, organizations can attract and retain top talent, fostering long-term growth and success.Our guest, Amanda Mintz is a lea...
This episode offers essential tips for aligning your authenticity with company culture and hiring managers during a job search. Discover the importance of self-awareness, research, and networking in finding a job that aligns with your personal values and passions. Key takeaways include:Knowing yourself: Understand your strengths, passions, and what makes you tick.Researching companies: Learn about company values, mission, and founders to find a cultural fit.Highlighting soft skills: Emphasize...
This episode provides actionable advice to navigate today's competitive job market, from optimizing your LinkedIn profile to understanding industry trends and building essential skills. Learn how you can:Master LinkedIn: Elevate your career through strategic content consumption and engagement with recruiters.Job Application Success: Stand out from the crowd with personalized outreach and tailored applications.Future-Proof Your Career: Understand the impact of outsourcing and AI on the jo...
Discover how outsourcing is reshaping the job market in 2024! This episode provides essential advice for professionals seeking job security in an evolving workforce.Learn why mid to late-career professionals are vulnerable to job displacement due to cost-cutting measures and the rise of early-career tech-savvy talent. Understand the impact of AI and automation on various industries. Gain insights on how to future-proof your career by focusing on revenue-generating roles or developin...
Tired of your job application disappearing into a black hole? This episode is for you! Gain insights to bypass traditional job hunting and effectively research job descriptions so you target the right people and tailor your approach for maximum impact.Discover the power of personalized outreach and stand out from the crowd by sending customized messages to hiring managers, internal recruiters, and other decision-makers. Ditch the generic cover letter and craft compelling emails that...
Feeling lost in your job search? This episode's your roadmap to understanding how to be your best self so you can attract the best job for you!Learn:How to position yourself as a problem-solver with a clear value proposition for employers.Job search blues got you down? We'll discuss smart ways to stay productive while you search, including creating a financial safety net. Plus, discover the power of a positive mindset - when you're happy, you attract the best opportunities!Mastering the inter...
We all want to show our personality, but who wants to ramble? This episode tackles the real struggle during job interviews: how to be yourself while keeping your answers short and sweet. Learn how to highlight your strengths and leave a good impression without going off on tangents. We'll cover communication tips to get your point across clearly, even when the clock's ticking. Nail the interview and land that dream job!Our guest, Emily Torraca, is a headhunter and CEO of Concierge Talent...
Struggling to ace job interviews? In this episode of “The Career Transition Experts”, we go behind the curtain to reveal what employers REALLY want and what they truly look for in a candidate.Forget just fitting the mold - learn how to position yourself as a solution-oriented game-changer. Discover how to showcase your "purpose" and highlight your ability to deliver tangible results. Our guest, Emily Torraca, is a headhunter and CEO of Concierge Talent Services who takes a straightforwa...
In this episode, we tackle the REALITY of project management - it's EVERYWHERE, even if you don't have the fancy title. Learn:Top Industries: Discover the booming fields where the PMP is your golden ticket.Obstacles Demystified: We shed light on application hurdles, study struggles, and exam anxieties.Solutions Unleashed: Get actionable tips to smash through challenges and ace the PMP exam.Project Management Power: Understand why project management skills are crucial, even outside the PM...
Feeling lost in the daily grind? This episode is your wake-up call!We dive deep into the power of knowing your "WHY" - the driving force behind your passions and goals. Our guest unveils the importance of "starting with the end in mind" in crafting a roadmap for success that's clear, exciting, and actually FUN to follow. Listen in and discover the WHY that will ignite your purpose!Our guest, Tamara McLemore, is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an executive consultant, certified Pro...
Ever feel like your skills are stuck in a specific industry? Get ready to future-proof your career with the power of project management!In this episode, we discuss how this versatile skillset can transform you into a valuable asset, no matter what field you set your sights on. Our guest explains how you can pivot your experience to land your dream job, in any industry. Listen in and get ready to become UNSTOPPABLE!Our guest, Tamara McLemore, is the founder of Tamara McLemore Enterprises, an e...
In this episode, we dive headfirst into the Life Sciences Compensation Survey gathered, edited and authored by leading recruiting firm Scientific Search. In this lively dialog, we unpack the highlights and hottest trends, giving you the inside scoop on what’s driving the healthcare, health tech and biotech job market. We'll explore:The rise of remote work: Is the office a thing of the past? Discover how flexibility is changing the game.Beyond the paycheck: We'll unveil what personalized...
Think being the smartest person in the room guarantees your dream job? Think again! This episode dives into the surprising reason highly intelligent people sometimes strike out in their job search. We uncover the hidden value of recruiters and how a "know-it-all" attitude can block your dream opportunity. Learn how to ace your networking relationships with recruiters and your dream job by following the recruiter's lead (even if it feels counterintuitive).These and other insights are revealed ...
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