How to ACTUALLY use LinkedIn & why EVERYONE is posting cringey stuff
CONTEST RULES: seekyoursounds.com/contests
Everyone is using LinkedIn to OVERSHARE... and I am over it.
Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money.
Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right.
On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham
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My Boyfriend Got Wasted at My Work Event… Help
Contest Details: seekyoursounds.com/contests
When your boyfriend turns your work party into his personal frat house, what do you do next? In this juicy listener write-in, we’re unpacking one woman’s dilemma after her partner got blackout drunk at her professional event and totally embarrassed her in front of her boss. From emotional fallout to professional reputation, we’re breaking down how to recover, whether to forgive, and how to set boundaries that protect both your job and your peace.
Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money.
Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right.
On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham
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You're too nice and it's ruining your career (how to be the right kind of mean at work)
CONTEST RULES: seekyoursounds.com/contests
You’ve been praised for being “so easy to work with.” You always say yes, stay late, and smooth things over. But here’s the hard truth: being too nice at work isn’t a compliment — it’s a career killer. In this episode, we’re talking about how to stop being the office pushover and start being the right kind of mean — the kind that protects your time, commands respect, and still keeps your integrity intact. Let’s fix it.
Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money.
Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right.
On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham
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From Layoff to Career Takeoff: Thriving After Job Loss with Gillian Berner
Let's talk lay offs with my dear friend, Gillian!
Gillian is a writer, content director, and the host/producer of Teach Me How To Adult, a top 1% podcast on everything you never learned growing up, from career and finances, to dating and mental health. With over a decade of experience in media, Gillian’s passion for storytelling has taken her from roles at Canada’s biggest magazines and film companies, to her current focus on innovation in the mental health and personal development space.
Tune in to her weekly podcast for expert interviews and relatable advice here:
https://open.spotify.com/show/6i8jUYMfbOmKnzeyhS9NWY?si=65106aeaf21149fa
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nervous-system-reset-healing-trauma-anxiety-physical/id1502634691?i=1000708437104
https://www.youtube.com/@teachmehowtoadultpodcast
instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultmedia/
Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money.
Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right.
On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham
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Paige DeSorbo’s Career Moves You Missed — and Should Steal
You’ve seen Paige DeSorbo serve looks — but did you catch the strategy? In this episode, we’re breaking down the subtle, smart career moves behind Paige’s rise from reality TV cast member to media personality, podcast host, and brand in her own right. From mastering the soft launch to building a personal brand that actually converts, here are the lessons you missed — and exactly how to apply them to your own career.
Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money.
Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right.
On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham
Emily Durham is here to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond. From careers to confidence, longtime recruiter, career coach and content creator, Emily, has your back. No filter. No fluff. Featured in The Financial Post, BBC News, The Globe and Mail, Bay Street Bull and more.
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