Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast

MO + Joy

Today's job market is different from other times in history. Job seekers face a rapidly evolving workforce, changes in technology, and interfaces with AI. The Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast will offer analysis, real life cases, discussions, and exploration of remedies for current workforce impacted by layoffs or just wanting to change. We'll do it all while having a laugh or two.

Season 1

  1. Episode 1

    S01 EP01 Meet MO + Joy Who we are , and why we're doing this!

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 1 - In this Episode we meet MO and Joy and hear the why behind The Real Talk for Today's Job Market Podcast. These two lifelong friends that began working in their teen years find themselves in middle age and at career crossroad. With today's job market being completely different from how it's ever been, they work to shed light on what's going on, and what they've experienced. They also add some high level statistics around layoffs. References from Today's Discussion - DemandSage.com which sites sources: Zippia, Crunchbase news, CNBC, Statista. Join The Conversation! Have you experienced layoffs? Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us a message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    17 min

  2. Episode 2

    S01 EP02 Layoffs, Severance, and The Unemployment Office

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 2 - In today's show MO + Joy talk about their layoffs, severance packages, and unsatisfying trips to the unemployment office! Join The Conversation! Have your severance packages been up to par or left wanting? Have you had any experiences with the unemployment office? Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    33 min

  3. Episode 3

    S01 EP03 Networking, Social Media in the Job Search, and Modem Noises

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 3 - In this episode MO + Joy discuss networking, social media, and life before social media (ahhh). There's some great listener feedback, AND you'll find out how many jobs MO has applied for this season! Join The Conversation! What networking has worked for you? How many jobs have you gotten without knowing someone in the company giving you a hand up? Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    39 min

  4. Episode 4

    S01 EP04 LinkedIn, Resumes, and AI

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 4 - In today's episode, MO + Joy will review several real life scenarios and discuss what some of their peers have been finding with today's job search. They also discuss resumes - Should they be tailored to each position? Finally they have a have a gut-check discussion about AI which begs the question- - - Can we just keep the HUMAN in Human Resource? Join The Conversation! Should you add your picture to your resume? Or cologne? Do you seem to be passed over for positions by the BOTS? What's your job application number? Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    1 hr

  5. Episode 5

    S01 EP05 Ghost Jobs? Say What???

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 5 - Ghost Jobs! In today's episode, Mo + Joy delve into the Ghost Job phenomena, sharing several real life accounts while volleying solutions. Join The Conversation! Have you been job ghosted? Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    31 min

  6. Episode 6

    S01 EP06 How long should my job search take?

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 6 - How long should my job search take? In today's episode, Mo + Joy discuss the amount of time it should take to find employment and the factors involved. They'll also give their opinions on changing industries, new trades and skillsets. Join The Conversation! How long do you think the job search should take? Have you gotten a new skillset to jump industries? Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    43 min

  7. Episode 7

    S01 EP07 Can I reinvent myself and start over?

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 7 - Can I reinvent myself and start over? In today's episode, MO + Joy discuss considering going away from corporate and venturing out on their own. They'll also bring some real life case studies to the table for inspiration. What does it take to be an entrepreneur? Can anyone do it? Join The Conversation! Have you thought about reinventing yourself? What do you want to be when you grow up? Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    1h 1m

  8. Episode 8

    S01 EP08 Interview with Steve Jaffe, Author of The Layoff Journey

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 8 Interview with Steve Jaffe, Author of The Layoff Journey In today's episode, MO + Joy interview Steve Jaffe, author of the Layoff Journey - from Dismissal to Discovery. Steve is a seasoned executive who has navigated the emotional and practical challenges of career transitions firsthand. His book guides readers through the seven stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression, acceptance, reconstruction, and renewal. They discuss each of the stages and talk thru navigating the emotional terrain of job loss with clarity and purpose. Find out more about Steve On the web https://thestevejaffe.com/ (Get the first chapter free!) Instagram https://www.instagram.com/stevejaffethelayoffjourney/ Substack https://stevejaffe.substack.com/ Find out more about Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    1h 1m

  9. Episode 9

    S01 EP09 Reinvention After Retirement - Greg Adame, The Nature Medic Interview

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 9 - Reinvention After Retirement - Greg Adame, The Nature Medic Interview Today MO + Joy talk to The Nature Medic, who is reinventing himself after retiring from a career as a First Responder. Greg has a unique work ethic that was instilled in him from an early age, that has prompted him to be a lifelong learner, and to always have backup skills to use! An entrepreneur at heart, Greg has a passion for helping people find health, and wholeness by addressing root causes using education and natural means. Find out more about Greg On the web www.thenaturemedic.com https://www.instagram.com/the.naturemedic/ https://www.tiktok.com/@thenaturemedic See and order his leatherworks www.nineelevenleatherworks.com https://www.instagram.com/nineeleven_leatherworks/ Find out more about Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    1h 41m

  10. Episode 10

    S01 EP10 Interview with Alex Bergamo, Gamo Protects

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode 10 - Interview with Alex Bergamo, Gamo Protects Today MO + Joy talk to Alex Bergamo of The Florida Shield. He has a varied career in which he's reinvented multiple times from Army to Corrections to Police to Emergency Storm Management and now providing Insurance! Listen to how his life experiences weave together into a beautiful tapestry exemplifying his true calling: Taking care and seeing to the needs of first responders and their families, and helping communities in need. Find out more about Alex Bergamo Instagram at gamoprotects - - - https://www.instagram.com/gamoprotects/ His website, www.TheFloridaShield.com/First-Responders Find out more about Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    30 min

  11. 05/13/2025

    S01 EP *BONUS* - First Interview Ever

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode Bonus - In today's episode, MO tells us the fun story of her first "Real Job" interview that did NOT go as planned! Leggings and pony tails? What? Join The Conversation! Do you have a fun first interview story? Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    12 min

  12. 05/27/2025

    S01 EP *BONUS 2* Rejected, Again? But wait...

    Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast - Episode BONUS 2 - MO recounts yet ANOTHER rejection, but this one has a twist... Resources and Links Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/655506903537578 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Telegram: @RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Email: RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers@gmail.com Leave us an open mic message: https://www.speakpipe.com/RealTalkforTodaysJobSeekers Support us: https://buymeacoffee.com/moandjoy

    5 min
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Today's job market is different from other times in history. Job seekers face a rapidly evolving workforce, changes in technology, and interfaces with AI. The Real Talk for Today's Job Seekers Podcast will offer analysis, real life cases, discussions, and exploration of remedies for current workforce impacted by layoffs or just wanting to change. We'll do it all while having a laugh or two.

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