Revamping Your Job Hunt: Escaping the Scary Movie Traps

30 Oct 2024 • 35 min • EN
35 min
00:00
35:21
No file found

In honor of Halloween, host Sabina Sulat explores the spooky side of job hunting, comparing the experience to classic scary movie clichés that job seekers often encounter. 👻 She highlights the “haunted” parts of the job search, where rejection and setbacks can make you feel like a horror movie character. Here’s what Sabina covers to help you stop being the victim in your scary job search and start being the champion: "The Phone Rings… But It's Not the Offer" 📞 Like in horror movies, waiting for that call can be nerve-wracking. Sabina talks about taking control of the situation, staying proactive, and not just waiting for the opportunity to appear. "Lost in the Woods" 🌲 Ever feel like you’re wandering aimlessly? Sabina relates this to job seekers who aren’t sure where to turn next. She shares practical ways to map out your journey, no matter how scary the unknown feels. "Surviving the Monster of Self-Doubt" 🧟 Fear of failure and self-doubt can be the monster in the closet. Sabina offers tips to stay resilient, pushing through the fear and keeping the confidence alive. "Avoiding the Final-Girl (or Guy) Trap" 🏆 Many horror movies have a lone survivor. Sabina discusses how to avoid feeling alone in the job search and suggests ways to build a support system to share wins and setbacks. "From Victim to Victor: Winning Strategies" Sabina gives her final tips for becoming the hero in your job story, from actionable job-search tactics to mental strategies for staying positive and powerful through every twist and turn. 🏅 Key Takeaways: You’re not a victim in your job search—you’re the hero! 💪🏻 Don’t wait for the “call”; go after your goals. ☀️ Recognize your fears but don’t let them control you. 🐈‍⬛ Build a support network to avoid isolation. 🆘 Hashtags: #AgileUnemployment #HalloweenSpecial #JobSearchScaries #FromVictimToVictor #JobSearchTips #CareerChampion #OvercomeYourFears #SpookyButStrong 🎃👻🧛

From "Agile Unemployment: Normalizing the Way We Talk About Being Out of Work"

Listen on your iPhone

Download our iOS app and listen to interviews anywhere. Enjoy all of the listener functions in one slick package. Why not give it a try?

App Store Logo
application screenshot

Popular categories