The Career Transition Experts

The pandemic has been especially difficult for workers ages 50 and older.  So what should you do if you’re in this demographic?   Try to hide your age?  Tune in to the “Career Transition Experts” podcast where our guest John Tarnoff shares tips for making your age a strength in your job search. John Tarnoff is an executive and career transition coach, speaker, and author who supports mid and late-...

When is the right time to start preparing for your next job?  Recruiter Stan Marts would argue that the time is right now.  He offers tools that will help you reveal your career path and advice for finding the right recruiter.   Stan Marts worked in the energy and consulting industries for 20+ years before transitioning into the recruiting industry in 2003. He runs DES Growth Partners, a Houston-b...

Our guest this week clarifies the role of a job recruiter. Stan Marts speaks with career coach Jonathan Flaks about what candidates need to know to prepare to work effectively with a recruiter.  Do your background, experience and career objectives mesh with the recruiter’s focus? Work with recruiters that match the path you want for your career.   Stan Marts worked in the energy and consulting ind...

It’s so easy to forget all of our professional accomplishments.  This week’s podcast guest, recruiter Stan Marts, offers advice for remembering the high (and low) points of your day-to-day work experience, helping you position yourself perfectly for your next job.   Stan Marts worked in the energy and consulting industries for 20+ years before transitioning into the recruiting industry in 2003.  H...

It’s a difficult job market, so it’s an especially good time to talk to a leadership coach who has had success placing clients in extremely challenging situations. Join us for this week’s “The Career Transition Experts.” Jennifer Chapman shares: Why you need to look at what you offer from a leadership perspective How to uncover the relevant things that are standing in the way of landing your dream...

Interviews tend to follow a similar structure.  Our guest this week discusses the importance of storytelling -- especially for left-brained people -- in order to clearly communicate your understanding of the value of people skills. Listen in to learn: How to structure your stories  What to include in your stories (Hint:  Customer and co-workers!) Jennifer Chapman is a former leader at a Fortune 50...

Your approach to finding the perfect job might be affected by whether you’re left-brained or right-brained.  This week’s podcast guest, Jennifer Chapman, focuses on the ideal ways for left-brained people to develop and present their soft skills:    Shift the focus from getting stuff done to building relationships    Methods to improve your team’s ability to meet deadlines and satisfy the superiors...

Jonathan Flaks speaks with one of the country’s top recruiters, Steve Kohn, to reveal why and how companies hire employees.  By understanding the company’s motivations, you’ll be able to better position yourself as the ideal candidate.  He’ll also share tips for scoring a higher salary.  Join us to learn: Why and how companies hire  How to endear yourself to recruiters and hiring committees Positi...

Steve Kohn reveals what happens behind the scenes during and after the interview process.  Find out what employees must know in order to position themselves as the ideal candidate. 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 t...

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 t...

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...

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   Sharon Hulce is...

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...

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...

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  Chris Gardner is the Co-Founder & CEO of Artemis Consultants . After consistently being a top producer for the recruiting fi...

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 Chris Gardner is the Co-Founder & CEO of Artemis Consultants...

Don Leon joins us for this episode of “The Career Transition Experts” to share what every candidate should know before and during an interview.  Learn from his years of experience placing candidates, including: Why it’s crucial to ask tough questions that are based on intelligence and knowledge What you should NEVER ask How the right questions can completely change your first impression The correc...

What are recruiters really looking for in a candidate?  In this edition of “ The Career Transition Experts ,” recruiter Don Leon shares crucial interviewing advice from his decades of experiences, including: How strategic people have an advantage Why candidates should ask strategic vs. tactical questions Don Leon is a Managing Partner at Donald Leon Search . He specializes in placing sales, market...

Don Leon shares unique insights on how you can stand out in a field of qualified job candidates.  Tune in to hear: The importance of doing deep research before the interview Why you should ask tough questions during your interview How critical it is to make a potential employer love you  Why first impressions might cost you the job Don Leon is a Managing Partner at Donald Leon Search . He speciali...

Search consultant Liz Capants joins Jonathan Flaks to share tips on how to get an edge when looking for a job.  Find out: How to brand and market yourself in your job search A deep dive into making connections that generate results Why fundamental career advice is still important (e.g the squeaky wheel gets the job) Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides car...

This episode of “The Career Transition Experts” features Liz Capants.  She shares advice and perspective for handling job rejections and discusses the biggest benefit of a wide professional network. Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides career advisory services, curating and bringing people together for a win/win outcome. She’s the founder and president of...

Search consultant Liz Capants shares game-changing tips to market yourself to recruiters along with methods to leverage PASSION and optimize your networking to help you advance in your career. Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides career advisory services, curating and bringing people together for a win-win outcome. She’s the Founder and President of EBC As...

Jonathan speaks with Paul Stefunek , VP of Sales and Edge2Edge.  They discuss the importance of planning, focus, and strategy when looking for an executive-level job.  The reality is that search consultants are not always focused on every candidate since their revenue comes from paying clients. This podcast reveals how to get the most out of your relationship with a recruiter, in addition to shari...

It’s easy to hire a recruiter, but not so easy to make the most of the relationship.  Our guest, Paul Stefunek discusses sure-fire tips to make your relationship pay off!  He’ll discuss: The importance of keeping detailed notes. How crucial it is to make every conversation a 2-way conversation. Why offering to help a recruiter can be incredibly fruitful.  Paul Stefunek is a master builder of compa...

Paul Stefunek shares strategies to help you stand out in your job search.  Find out: What hiring managers are really looking for. Why it’s important to discuss the industries you’ve worked in. Determine which discipline you are selling Be ready to share your top talents. Understand the keywords that could easily help you be found by recruiters  Paul Stefunek is a master builder of companies, teams...