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The Career Transition Experts

Jonathan Flaks

Business

Frequency: 1 episode/12d. Total Eps: 183

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

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EP 183. The Black Hole Myth Busted: Top Recruiter's “Top 5” Job Search Strategy - with Kathleen Steffey

Season 5 · Episode 3

Friday, March 6, 2026 • Duration 22:06

In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, we demystify today’s hiring market and share practical strategies for candidates navigating career transitions.

Key Topics Covered:

The Hiring "Black Hole" Explained: Companies do want to hire but are overwhelmed by applicant volume and constrained processes. Increased technology-driven applicant flow, without a corresponding increase in human reviewers, causes bottlenecks and applicant silence, which is not personal.
Creative Outreach: Utilize ideas like voice-to-text messages and group introductions with trusted references to humanize the job search process.
AI's Evolving Role: AI is now seen as a helpful tool in hiring, not a shortcut, as long as it supports real and accurate content.

Our guest, Kathleen Steffey is the Founder & Chief Talent Officer for Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search. They are a retained firm that places sales, marketing and operations positions for businesses around the world.

You may contact her at kathleen@navigaservices.com

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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EP 182. Job Search “5 In 5 Strategy”: Winning Institutional Relationships

Season 5 · Episode 2

Thursday, February 26, 2026 • Duration 04:00

In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, we tackle the "Five In Five Strategy," a structured approach to job searching that focuses on building relationships.

This strategy requires building a total of 25 relationships - stakeholders that can lead to conversations about your value proposition and getting hired. “You can do that!”

You may contact her at kathleen@navigaservices.com

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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EP 173. Roadmap for Re-entering the Workforce

Season 4 · Episode 35

Monday, December 23, 2024 • Duration 01:45

In this episode, we explore how understanding your core values is essential for aligning your career choices with your personal beliefs and passions. By defining your 3-5 most important values, you can use them as a filter to evaluate potential job opportunities and make decisions that truly resonate with you.

This strategy can also allow you to gain clarity, confidence, and direction as you navigate your career transition.

Our guest, Laura Nguyen, is a seasoned business strategist, advocate for workplace well-being, and author of the CAREER BREAK COMPASS: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional Time Off. The book is a compelling guide for those considering a career break to reinvigorate their productivity and boost their overall happiness. Laura’s insights will offer strategies and practical advice for intentional career pauses that enhance both personal and professional growth.

You may contact her at laura@lauranguyen.co.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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Ep 83: The #1 Reason That Companies Hire

Season 2 · Episode 31

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 • Duration 01:27

This week we speak with one of the country’s top recruiters, Steve Kohn. Find out the #1 reason that companies hire employees and why that is important to understand. He’ll also provide tips on how job candidates can position themselves to get a higher salary.

Steve Kohn is one of the most successful recruiters in the country and has been recruiting for over 30 years. He’s the only recruiter to have ever been ranked #1 in both of the big recruiter networks, NPAWorldwide and the Top Echelon Network. He's also recognized by Forbes as one of the nation's best recruiters for each of the last 5 years and is the "go-to" person for many recruiters seeking advice. You may contact him at steve@affinitysearch.com

Be the one candidate who stands out for your dream job. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to take better control of your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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Ep 82: Tips to Avoid a Mid-Career Crisis - with Sharon Hulce

Season 2 · Episode 30

Friday, July 16, 2021 • Duration 28:01

This episode of “The Career Transition Experts” focuses on the soft skills you need to get notice from your company’s leadership and find joy in your job. Join Jonathan as he interviews executive search expert Sharon Hulce as they discuss:

The common belief that you need to sacrifice joy to find the right job
How passion for our career and an understanding of our natural gifts directly correlates to an increase in income
The importance of being an active listener, keen observer and clear communicator

Sharon Hulce is the President/CEO of Employment Resource Group with 25 years of experience in Executive Search – Appleton Wisconsin. She’s also a TEDx Speaker who authored the “A Well Done Professional Midlife Crisis” book which was published by Forbes. You may contact her at sharon@ergsearch.com

Take the first step to gaining a competitive edge with your job search. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to turbocharge your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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Ep 81: Your Career Growth

Season 2 · Episode 29

Thursday, July 15, 2021 • Duration 01:12

Once you find a job, it becomes part of the job to set yourself apart from your colleagues. There are surefire ways to stand out from the pack. Jonathan Flaks interviews executive career coach Sharon Hulce on the next episode of “The Career Transition Experts.” Join us and learn the value of:

Befriending people and clients
The power of observation
Asking open-ended questions

Be the one candidate who stands out for your dream job. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to take better control of your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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Ep 80: Joy In Your Job Search

Season 2 · Episode 28

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 • Duration 01:45

We tend to look for a job that aligns with our skills. But if that’s all you’re thinking of when you look for a job, you’ve left out some of the most important qualities that can help you find the RIGHT fit. Jonathan interviews executive search professional Sharon Hulce, where she discusses:

The importance of defining your passion and understanding your natural strengths
Why you need to identify the things that bring you joy
Why joy is imperative to finding your dream career

A successful career doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice personal happiness. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist to start you on the path to work/life balance.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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Ep 79: What You Were Never Told About How To Get The Perfect Job - with Chris Gardner

Season 2 · Episode 27

Saturday, June 19, 2021 • Duration 16:32

There is a LOT of competition for jobs, but only a small percentage of job seekers know how to set themselves apart and place themselves on a path for the perfect job. This week’s guest, Chris Gardner, shares his tips for how to find the right people and strengthen your skills to edge out the competition. Join us to learn:

The importance of networking
Tips for networking effectively
Why you need to identify the specific value you can bring to an organization.
How to rebuild your confidence after a career setback
The trick to finding unadvertised jobs
Why it’s crucial to be the squeaky wheel

Chris Gardner is the Co-Founder & CEO of Artemis Consultants. After consistently being a top producer for the recruiting firms he worked for, he started Artemis Consultants in 2005 to help software, technology, and B2B Services companies find industry-specific talent in areas of executive leadership, sales, IT, and professional services. You may contact him at chris.gardner@artemisconsultants.net.

Be the one candidate who stands out for your dream job. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume building strategies to take better control of your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Ep 78: The Importance of Being Your Own Biggest Fan

Season 2 · Episode 26

Friday, June 18, 2021 • Duration 01:40

Our guest for this week, Chris Gardner shares tips to help change your perspective and better handle challenging situations, including:

How knowing your value is empowering
The incredible un-importance of a bad year
The power of remembering outstanding accomplishments

Avoid the frustration and confusion of finding the RIGHT job. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume building strategies to turbocharge your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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Ep 77: The Biggest Mistake In Networking

Season 2 · Episode 25

Thursday, June 17, 2021 • Duration 01:45

Most of us have heard of networking, but we aren’t really effectively connecting. This week’s guest shares tips for making the most of virtual and in-person networking events, including:

The most effective way of networking that most people don’t know
The perfect length for an elevator pitch
Why it’s important to rehearse your pitch

Take the first step to gaining a competitive edge with your job search. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to turbocharge your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

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