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Navigating the Job Market in 2025 - In Conversation with Dr Kyle Elliott

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In episode 270 of Your Career Podcast I welcome back Dr. Kyle Elliott, tech industry specialist and trauma-informed career coach, to discuss the evolving job market in 2025 and practical strategies for job seekers.

I first interviewed Kyle in episode 181 during which he shared his career journey - a fascinating account of transition and change.

And now, from navigating layoffs to leveraging AI responsibly, this episode provides invaluable insights to help listeners feel calm, confident, and in control during their job search.

Key Discussion Topics for Job Seekers:

1. The State of the Job Market in 2025

  • Current trends in the U.S. and Australia job markets.
  • The impact of AI and layoffs on recruitment timelines and job-seeking challenges.


2. AI in Recruitment: Friend or Foe?

  • How AI has revolutionized recruitment while also depersonalizing the process.
  • Strategic tips for job seekers to stand out in an AI-driven world.


3. The Importance of Networking

  • Why building human-to-human connections is more critical than ever.
  • Advice on how to prioritise genuine interactions over mass applications.


4. Trauma-Informed Career Coaching

  • Understanding how past experiences can impact the job search process.
  • Tools to manage emotions, build self-worth, and project confidence.


5. Skills for the Future

  • The growing demand for soft skills like collaboration, communication, and leadership.
  • How coaching principles can enhance leadership effectiveness.


6. Building Hope and Resilience

  • Why staying hopeful and focusing on controllable aspects of the job search is key.
  • Practical strategies to manage setbacks and maintain mental well-being.


➡️ Free Resource: Kyle's Job Search Launch Guide  Download the guide here.

➡️  Take Jane's Free Career Quiz and identify where the gaps are in your job search - it takes 2 minutes and you'll receive your results, analysis and recommendations immediately:  https://careersuccess.scoreapp.com/


Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. 

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