Episode 322
Why You Didn't Get The Job: 5 Mistakes To Avoid
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.
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Timestamps to guide your listening:
- 00:00 Welcome and Introduction to 2025 Job Market
- 02:09 Reflecting on Job Search Challenges
- 04:36 Mindset: The Invisible Force in Job Success
- 20:54 Common Mistakes in Job Applications
- 31:02 Actionable Steps for Job Seekers in 2025
Links mentioned in this episode:
- Job Hunting Made Simple Program
- Book a consultation with Renata
- 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.
- Episode 273 - Insights from a Top Recruiter: How to Advance Your Career as an Internal Candidate
- Marisa Peer Ted Talk
- Article mentioned
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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