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The Job Hunting Podcast

The Job Hunting Podcast

Written by: Renata Bernarde
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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!Copyright 2024 All rights reserved. Careers Economics Education Leadership Management & Leadership Personal Success
Episodes
  • The Hidden Truth Behind Job Search Advice: What You’re Not Being Told
    Jan 5 2026

    Episode 324 - If you've ever felt frustrated by job search advice that doesn’t seem to work for you, this episode will help you understand why, and what to do instead.

    This episode is being rebroadcast as Episode 324 during our holiday break. It originally aired as Episode 277, and it remains one of the most useful episodes I’ve recorded for professionals who feel stuck in their job search.

    If you spend any time on LinkedIn these days, you’ll find no shortage of job search success stories. Posts from professionals who landed a new role in record time are often presented as if they hold the ultimate secret formula. The implication? If you’re still struggling to land your next opportunity, you must be doing something wrong.

    But the reality of job searching, especially for experienced corporate professionals, is far more complex than these polished narratives suggest. As a career strategist and coach, I work with professionals every day who are trying to navigate a labor market that has changed drastically. Their frustrations, struggles, and triumphs reveal an inconvenient truth: job search success is rarely as simple as social media makes it seem.

    Read the full Blog on the Website


    31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

    Find Your Talents: Learn About Your Strengths, and Watch Your Career Grow

    Join 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe Now

    Lear More About Renata's career coaching and courses

    

    Timestamps to guide your listening:

    1. 00:00 Debunking Job Search Myths
    2. 06:08 Understanding the Real Cost of Job Search Advice
    3. 15:10 Identifying Your Unique Job Search Strategy
    4. 21:36 Creating Your Own Success Story

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    1. Learn more about working with me
    2. Book a consultation with Renata
    3. The Job Hunting Made Simple
    4. Episode 117 - The Job Hunting Experience, with Amber Knight
    5. Episode 55 - From City Life to Tropical Paradise: A Positive Redundancy Story Update, with Alistair Freeman

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    25 mins
  • 3 STEPS TO GET HIRED FASTER
    Dec 29 2025

    Episode 323 - I break down why experienced corporate professionals are struggling to regain control of their careers and share three practical steps to accelerate your job search

    This episode is being rebroadcast as Episode 323 during our holiday break. It originally aired as Episode 275, and it remains one of the most useful reset episodes I’ve recorded for experienced professionals who feel stuck in their job search.

    The job market has been tough over the past few years. Whether you were impacted by the pandemic or faced the challenges of the post-pandemic economy, job hunting is no easy feat. If you're an experienced professional, you're likely feeling stuck, frustrated, or overwhelmed. The good news? You don't have to navigate this process by yourself anymore.

    In this episode and blog, I’ll walk you through three essential steps to help you regain control over your job search. These are actionable, proven strategies that go beyond the clichéd advice of "posting more on LinkedIn" or "mastering the STAR interview technique." As a career and executive coach, I’ve helped counThis episode is being rebroadcast as Episode 323 during our holiday break. It originally aired as Episode 275, and it remains one of the most useful reset episodes I’ve recorded for experienced professionals who feel stuck in their job search.

    Read the full Blog on the Website


    31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

    Find Your Talents: Learn About Your Strengths, and Watch Your Career Grow

    Join 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe Now

    Lear More About Renata's career coaching and courses

    

    Timestamps to guide your listening:

    1. 00:00 Navigating the Job Market Challenges
    2. 09:11 The Importance of Self-Knowledge in Job Search
    3. 15:16 Strategies for Effective Job Hunting
    4. 21:06 Coaching for Career Advancement

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    1. Learn more about my private coaching program
    2. Join the waitlist for the Job Hunting Made Simple Program
    3. Book a consultation with Renata
    4. Episode 322 - Are your job search efforts failing short? Discover the 5 critical mistakes that could be stopping you from landing your next role, and how to correct them.

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    23 mins
  • Why You Didn't Get The Job: 5 Mistakes To Avoid
    Dec 22 2025

    Holiday Replay Episode 322 - Are your job search efforts failing short? Discover the 5 critical mistakes that could be stopping you from landing your next role, and how to correct them.

    This episode is being rebroadcast as Episode 323 during our holiday break. It originally aired as Episode 275 and it remains one of the most useful reset episodes I’ve recorded for experienced professionals who feel stuck in their job search.

    This is the kind of episode that lands differently when you’re tired, discouraged, or overthinking your next move. If this year didn’t go to plan, use this as a practical reset: mindset, interview presence, upskilling signals, and the small etiquette details that quietly cost offers.

    When job seeking, while external factors played a role, it’s crucial to focus on the aspects within your control. In this podcast episode, I explore the five main reasons why you may not have secured a job and, more importantly, what you can do differently.

    Drawing insights from renowned experts, as well as my own experience as a career coach, I will guide you through key mindset shifts, practical job search strategies, and essential interview techniques that can transform your career prospects. In this blog I will summarize the key points from this episode.

    Read the full Blog on the Website


    31 Days of Action for Job Seekers

    Find Your Talents: Learn About Your Strengths, and Watch Your Career Grow

    Join 5,000+ Readers of The Job Hunting Newsletter: Subscribe Now

    Lear More About Renata's career coaching and courses

    

    Timestamps to guide your listening:

    1. 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to 2025 Job Market
    2. 02:09 Reflecting on Job Search Challenges
    3. 04:36 Mindset: The Invisible Force in Job Success
    4. 20:54 Common Mistakes in Job Applications
    5. 31:02 Actionable Steps for Job Seekers in 2025

    Links mentioned in this episode:

    1. Job Hunting Made Simple Program
    2. Book a consultation with Renata
    3. Episode 321 - The job market in 2025 has been flat, competitive, and emotionally draining for many professionals. In this episode, recruiter Geoff Slade and I unpack what’s really happening behind the scenes and what job seekers can do to stand out, especially when everyone’s application starts to look the same.
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    38 mins
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