130. How to Tap into the Hidden Job Market
Description
In this episode, I break down what people call "the hidden job market" and why I don’t think it’s actually hidden. I share real examples from LinkedIn, Slack, and group chats to illustrate how jobs are often shared outside of traditional job boards like Indeed or ZipRecruiter.
I also talk about why I’m on a mission to help 100 first-gen professionals land high-paying jobs through LinkedIn, and how that mission is tied to a heartbreaking stat about Latino retirement savings.
You’ll also hear:
💡 A story about how a client got a job offer by DM’ing a CEO after a single LinkedIn post
💡 Why that small grocery store near your house might be hiring—and why no one knows
💡 How LinkedIn helped me more than double my salary—and how it can help you too
💡 The 3 best ways to actually tap into this so-called hidden job market
Plus, I invite you to join my LinkedIn Challenge: four-day workshop to help you attract recruiters, land job offers, and actually get seen for how brilliant you are.
📌 Mark your calendar:
🗓️ August 18–21, 2025
📥 Join the waitlist: thefirstgencoach.com/waitlist
Resources and Links
2 Week Mini Coaching Package: https://calendly.com/thefirstgencoach/career-recharge
6-Month 1:1 Coaching: https://calendly.com/thefirstgencoach/discovery-call
Apply for On-Air Coaching: https://forms.gle/JshV6Z6TfUw6BBnk6
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