Episode 46: Navigating a Long Job Search In Tech: Overcoming a Challenging Market

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Careers at the End of the World: Reimagining Ambition, Work, and Your Job Search in Unprecedented Times

Jenn Walker Wall | Work Wonders Careers

63 episodes

10 hours ago

Struggling to manage your career or job search with so much uncertainty and crisis in the world? You're not alone.

Join Work Wonders Careers founder, career strategist, and resume writer Jenn Walker Wall for practical and easy-to-apply career advice and inspiration that will help you reduce overwhelm and stress, detach from hustle culture, and work and live in alignment with your values and goals.

Careers at the End of the World is for mission driven people who care a lot about the world around them - and want support and strategies that help them operationalize those priorities along the way.

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Episode 46: Navigating a Long Job Search In Tech: Overcoming a Challenging Market

Careers at the End of the World: Reimagining Ambition, Work, and Your Job Search in Unprecedented Times

33 minutes 46 seconds

9 months ago

Episode 46: Navigating a Long Job Search In Tech: Overcoming a Challenging Market

Episode 46: Navigating a Long Job Search In Tech: Overcoming a Challenging Market

In this episode of 'Careers at the End of the World,' host Jenn Walker Wall interviews Work Wonders Careers alum Corey, who shares her job search journey in the *extremely* challenging tech and media markets.

Despite the hurdles, including a layoff and graduate school, Corey navigated her focused job search with resilience and strategic networking. They discuss practical strategies like maintaining a job application routine, the value of informational interviews, and the importance of self-care.

Corey's story offers valuable insights and inspiration for anyone enduring an extended job search. Tune in to hear her tactics, challenges, and ultimate success in landing the right role.

00:00 Introduction and Guest Overview

01:34 Corey'sJob Search Journey Begins

03:47 Navigating Challenges and Strategies

06:08 Maintaining Well-being During Job Search

11:04 Networking and Informational Interviews

24:02 Contract Work

27:47 Final Reflections and Advice

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