154 episodes

The Career Transition Experts is designed to help you get hired for the job you’ll love. Discover what top recruiters and job search professionals have to say about current job trends and what hiring parties are looking for. You’ll also get expert leadership and career transition advice on writing your resume and cover letter, interviewing, networking, and more. In this podcast, we interview members of our executive recruiter network, including CEO recruiters and CFO recruiters as well as many other successful professionals in the executive search business. Discover how to love your career with financial success, happiness, and work-life balance. If you are interested in leadership career success, listen up! You can find more from Jonathan at https://betheonebest.com

The Career Transition Experts Jonathan Flaks

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The Career Transition Experts is designed to help you get hired for the job you’ll love. Discover what top recruiters and job search professionals have to say about current job trends and what hiring parties are looking for. You’ll also get expert leadership and career transition advice on writing your resume and cover letter, interviewing, networking, and more. In this podcast, we interview members of our executive recruiter network, including CEO recruiters and CFO recruiters as well as many other successful professionals in the executive search business. Discover how to love your career with financial success, happiness, and work-life balance. If you are interested in leadership career success, listen up! You can find more from Jonathan at https://betheonebest.com

    EP 154. How Smart Candidates Sabotage their Job Search Journey

    EP 154. How Smart Candidates Sabotage their Job Search Journey

    Think being the smartest person in the room guarantees your dream job? Think again! This episode dives into the surprising reason highly intelligent people sometimes strike out in their job search. We uncover the hidden value of recruiters and how a "know-it-all" attitude can block your dream opportunity. Learn how to ace your networking relationships with recruiters and your dream job by following the recruiter's lead (even if it feels counterintuitive).

    These and other insights are revealed in this week’s episode of “The Career Transition Experts”

    Our guest, Kim Laipple, is the SVP and Managing Director of Scientific Search, authors of the Life Sciences Compensation Survey.  She has successfully placed people in clinical and commercial operations, manufacturing, engineering, R&D and analytics, and many other areas in pharmaceutical, life science medical device, healthcare, technology, and CPG companies. She was also nominated and joined the Pinnacle Society which is a consortium of the top 80 recruiters in the country. You may contact her at kim@scientificsearch.com. 
    Here's the link to the Life Sciences Compensation Survey >> https://scientificsearch.com/life-sciences-compensation-survey-2023/



    If you're interested in applying these insights into your career transition, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

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    EP 153. Job Search Strategies for Success: Interview Tips & LinkedIn Magic - with Brian Hill

    EP 153. Job Search Strategies for Success: Interview Tips & LinkedIn Magic - with Brian Hill

    Tired of dead-end applications? In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, our guest, Brian Hill, dives into how candidates should position themselves for success, highlighting the power of LinkedIn — from building a strategic profile to leveraging the algorithm for a strong online presence. He also spills the tea on how to master the art of attraction and market yourself as the perfect candidate.

    Additionally, we’ll explore how to conquer those interview anxieties with tips to ace even the toughest questions with confidence, leaving a lasting impression. Tune in and take control of your career journey!

    Our guest, Brian Hill, is a lead recruiter for Med Sales for Ideal Steps, an innovative specialist in the medical innovation field of recruiting. With extensive experience in the commercial medical equipment/device industry, he comprehends both the client and candidate perspectives firsthand. His expertise enables him to effectively identify and assess talent with relevant industry experience. You may contact him at bhill@idealsteps.com. 
    If you're interested in applying these insights into your career transition, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

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    Ep. 152. Nailing The Tough Interview Questions with Confidence

    Ep. 152. Nailing The Tough Interview Questions with Confidence

    Dreading those tricky interview questions? This episode equips you with 3 rules to confidently address questions about employment gaps, layoffs, or anything else that might throw you a curveball. Tune in and turn tough questions into opportunities to showcase your strengths and resilience!

    These and other insights are revealed in this week’s episode of “The Career Transition Experts”

    Our guest, Brian Hill, is a lead recruiter for Med Sales for Ideal Steps, an innovative specialist in the medical innovation field of recruiting. With extensive experience in the commercial medical equipment/device industry, he comprehends both the client and candidate perspectives firsthand. His expertise enables him to effectively identify and assess talent with relevant industry experience. You may contact him at bhill@idealsteps.com. 
    If you're interested in applying these insights into your career transition, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

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    EP 151. LinkedIn - Beyond the Basics for Leaders

    EP 151. LinkedIn - Beyond the Basics for Leaders

    Are you actively searching or thinking about landing your next leadership role?  Understanding how to present your professional / personal brand on LinkedIn is critical to attracting recruiters,  decision makers and your network of career advocates, which all lead to landing your dream job!

    This episode dives into the power of LinkedIn for job seekers who want more and better interviews. We'll explore the concept of a LinkedIn "practice," guiding you through profile creation and building a strong professional brand to attract recruiters and opportunities.

    These and other insights are revealed in this week’s episode of “The Career Transition Experts”
    Our guest, Brian Hill, is a lead recruiter for Med Sales for Ideal Steps, an innovative specialist in the medical innovation field of recruiting. With extensive experience in the commercial medical equipment/device industry, he comprehends both the client and candidate perspectives firsthand. His expertise enables him to effectively identify and assess talent with relevant industry experience. You may contact him at bhill@idealsteps.com. 
    If you're interested in applying these insights into your career transition, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

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    EP 150. Career Compass:Navigating Insights from a C-Level H.R. leader - with Michelle Vargas

    EP 150. Career Compass:Navigating Insights from a C-Level H.R. leader - with Michelle Vargas

    Looking for some expert strategies for a successful career transition and job search? In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, our guest, Michelle Vargas, provides valuable insights into the world of career transitions and job searches. She offers perspectives from her experience as of a candidate, a recruiter, and a hiring manager. Key takeaways include standing out in the job market, thought leadership on preparation, and understanding company culture and values. 
     Michelle Vargas is a results-oriented People and Talent Executive with over 25 years of experience building and scaling people operations at Global fast-growing tech/SaaS companies. She has a track record of partnering with the CEO and C-Suite to build organizational capabilities at scale, transform culture, and create a powerful employee value proposition aligning HR strategy to drive business results. You may contact her at mlv2202@gmail.com. 



    If you're interested in applying these insights into your career transition, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

    • 19 min
    EP 149: Resume Insight from the C-Suite

    EP 149: Resume Insight from the C-Suite

    If you haven't revised your resume in several years, or your homemade updates are not getting you in the door, it may be time for a professional upgrade. Tune in to our latest episode and understand the critical role of a resume in the job search process and the importance of seeking professional help to catch the eye of hiring managers and recruiters, ultimately positioning you as the ideal candidate for the job. 
    These and other insights are revealed in this week’s episode of “The Career Transition Experts”
    Our guest, Michelle Vargas , is a results-oriented People and Talent Executive with over 25 years of experience building and scaling people operations at Global fast-growing tech/SaaS companies. She has a track record of partnering with the CEO and C-Suite to build organizational capabilities at scale, transform culture, and create a powerful employee value proposition aligning HR strategy to drive business results. You may contact her at mlv2202@gmail.com. 


    If you're interested in applying these insights into your career transition, let's schedule a FREE Vision and Strategy session - click here for more information.

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