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.
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Timestamps to guide your listening:
- 00:00 Introduction and Setup
- 01:58 The Journey into Recruitment
- 04:53 The Evolution of Recruitment
- 07:54 Adapting to Technology and AI
- 11:09 Navigating Hybrid Work Environments
- 14:01 Current Job Market Dynamics
- 16:58 The Over 50s in the Workforce
- 28:21 The Dual Faces of Interim Assignments
- 31:11 Hiring Trends and the Need for Adaptability
- 35:18 The Challenges of Job Ads
- 38:25 Navigating the Recruitment Process
- 41:19 Concerns in Recruitment for 2025
- 45:25 Common Misconceptions Among Job Seekers
- 52:23 Understanding Niche Markets in Recruitment
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About the host, Renata Bernarde
Hello, 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.
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