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Australia is hurting this week. Let's not pretend it’s business as usual.

This week, I’m not going to pretend it’s business as usual. Like many of you, I’m still processing what happened in Sydney on Sunday. I know some of you will be directly impacted, and many others will be carrying it in quieter ways. Work will still demand things from us, but grief and fear do not...

by Renata Bernarde — Dec 15, 2025

From Cringe To Career Growth: How To Do The Things That Feel Embarrassing

Cringe has become a powerful force in corporate life. Not the genuinely unprofessional behavior that deserves criticism, but the hot flush of embarrassment we feel when we imagine colleagues rolling their eyes at our ambition. In this week's newsletter and podcast episode, I unpack how that fear ...

Dec 08, 2025

How Kindness And Calling Help You Rebuild After Job Loss

When you lose a job or realise that the career you have built no longer fits you, the default reaction is usually fear, self-doubt, and frantic activity. You update your resume, scroll job boards late at night, and question every decision that led you here. This week's episode of The Job Hunting ...

by Renata Bernarde — Dec 01, 2025

December vs Job Search?

There are so many professionals heading into the holidays in between roles. After last week’s webinar I delivered on this topic, I received a wave of emails and messages from attendees sharing their experience job searching in 2025. The webinar has now been watched by over 400 professionals, and ...

by Renata Bernarde — Nov 25, 2025

Are you stuck in "survival mode"?

Before we talk about today's topic, I'd like to reiterate my invitation for you to join me this week: Webinar: Job Searching Through the Holidays I'm partnering with Garrett Rice, the CEO of job search platform Callings.ai, for a live workshop on November 20th. We'll build your personalized 6-wee...

by Renata Bernarde — Nov 17, 2025

"Hiring stops in December" is The Worst Career Advice

"Hiring stops in December" is the worst career advice circulating right now. I disagree. And I have data to prove it. Last week, a tearful client asked if she should pause her job search until January. "Everyone says no one hires during the holidays," she said. I told her about another client who...

by Renata Bernarde — Nov 10, 2025

How to Prepare for and Navigate Career Crises

Every leader and executive will eventually face moments when their reputation or career is on the line. Yet, few people take the time to prepare for these moments before they happen. In this week's episode of The Job Hunting Podcast (315), I sat down with Edward Segal, a leading voice on crisis m...

by Renata Bernarde — Nov 04, 2025

A Step-by-Step Guide to Standing Out in 2026

This week, I want to speak directly to experienced professionals who feel ready for a new chapter yet are unsure where to begin. The job market has shifted, the way recruiters find candidates has changed, and the tools we use to communicate our value now include artificial intelligence. To unpack...

by Renata Bernarde — Oct 27, 2025

Leaving On Your Terms: Legal Realities, Smart Moves, And Confident Decisions In Toxic Workplaces

For executives and senior professionals working in toxic workplaces, the stakes are high. Your compensation is tied to performance and brand. Your reputation travels quickly across sectors. And when cultures sour, the boundary between professional challenge and personal wellbeing can blur. We are...

Oct 20, 2025

Imposter Syndrome and A Review of The 2025 Job Market

There are two parts to this newsletter. First, a much-needed scan of the job market. As we approach the holiday season, we need to understand how to be strategic in the months ahead if our goal is to secure a role this side of Christmas. Second, a practical reset built from Alison’s evidence-led ...

by Renata Bernarde — Oct 13, 2025

A recruiter gets laid off and documents the job hunt. Here's what we have learned from her experience.

My guest, Leanne Brannigan, is an internal recruiter who was made redundant and then rebuilt her job search using the same systems she used to assess candidates on the other side of the table. In this deep dive, I unpack the conversation and translate it into a field manual for you. The topic is ...

by Renata Bernarde — Oct 06, 2025

Insights from Ambition CEO Nick Waterworth on Recruitment, AI, and Career Longevity

Job seekers face a job market that is changing more than ever before. As a coach working with experienced professionals, I see firsthand how difficult it can be to navigate these changes with confidence. To address this, I recently spoke with Nick Waterworth, CEO of Ambition, a global recruitment...

by Renata Bernarde — Sep 30, 2025

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