The Voice of Job Seekers

Thank you for tuning into the Voice of Job Seekers podcast. I'm Mark Anthony Dyson. I've been doing this podcast for nearly 12 years, and my blog has been around since July 2011. If you haven't already done so, I encourage you to explore the available articles and podcasts. We've had over 300 episodes featuring […]

Welcome back to The Voice of Job Seekers podcast. I took an unannounced break from this podcast to concentrate on content for “The Job Scam Report” podcast. Some of you subscribe to the newsletter and podcast. Many good things have been happening there, so it has been quite busy. In March of 2024, I was […]

  Companies want qualified people to do the job, and stories that combine the company's heartbeat with the unique narratives of the candidates win.   This is the most robust resume discussion I've had in the 12+ years of this podcast.  In this episode, we discuss trends in resume writing, which help you write more purposefully, […]

This episode explores the complexities of HR background checks with Ghislaine Knauff, who has worked in HR operations for a Fortune 100 company for the past 15 years. This discussion rarely occurs on podcasts and would help many job seekers understand background checks have many snares and nuances.  I learned a lot, not realizing how […]

I conducted another interview with Erica Madison of One Life Tools and EMCC at the National Career Development Association in San Diego. Erica is a career coach and workshop facilitator at her company, Erica Mattison Coaching & Consulting LLC. She just published a book, “: “Clarifying What Matters: Creating Direction for Your Career.” Highlights: Erica discusses her […]

This week's episode features a panel discussion with Porschia Parker-Griffin, Mher Mardoyan, and Kevin D Turner. We discuss the job market turbulence and its nuances, along with strategies for dealing with it.  Mher is a Career Coach, LinkedIn Profile Strategist, and Job Search Coach. He hosts the YouTube show “Get Hired Show.” Porschia is an […]

Dr. Dan Greenwood founded Best Fit Career Finder, an AI tool to help students explore compatible career options. Dan is a Career and Educational Consultant. Greenwood Associates West Inc., Best Fit Career Finder, and Pacific Rim Education and Consulting Inc. are his companies. Highlights: Dan explains how their AI tool, powered by ChatGPT, assists students […]

I was a guest on the podcast “Young Professionals Career Catalyst,” Shelley Mailey of Dreamcatcher Career Coaching interviewed me. Be sure you subscribe to Shelley's podcast. Job scams affect younger and older generations differently. Shelley and I discuss the severity of job scams, noting a Better Business Bureau statistic of $2 billion in annual losses. […]

In this episode, I delve into the profound insights of Jim Peacock, a seasoned career coach. We explore Jim's transformative journey from a school counselor to a pivotal figure in career coaching training. His work's impact on a broader audience and the delicate balance between career coaching and mental health counseling are also discussed, offering […]

Brad Minton and I recorded this conversation at the National Career Development Association (NCDA) conference. Highlights:  The conversation focuses on job search trends, particularly challenges faced by Gen Z and recent college graduates. Brad shares insights about the importance of starting career development early, the role of networking, and embedding internships into college curriculums. We […]

Thriving In Chaos: How To Be Super Successful, Wealthy And Happy In A F*cked-Up World is Jack Kelly's latest book about current job market dynamics, job search strategies, and dealing with economic uncertainty. Jack shares his insights on the fluctuating job market, emphasizing the need for constant vigilance and adaptability.  More about Jack Kelly In […]

Bob McIntosh from the Mass Herald Lowell Career Center hosts me to talk about resilience in the job search. Bob recalls our long-time relationship and different collaborations on podcasts and articles. Bob works with the career center and has written for other career platforms, such as JobScan and The Balance Money. Follow Bob on LinkedIn […]

Empowering senior job seekers: Insights with Dion Smith of Easterseals! In this episode of ‘The Voice of Job Seekers,' host Mark interviews Dion Smith, Manager of Programs and Compliance at Easterseals. They discuss the Senior Community Service Employment Program (SCSEP), which helps job seekers aged 55 and older transition from volunteerism to employment. Funded by […]

This week, James T. Miller, Associate Director of Career Services at St. Xavier University, will be my guest live from the San Diego National Career Development Association conference. He will appear on the show several times in the coming months. James shares his experiences working with Gen Z students, emphasizing their potential, resiliency, and the […]

Lisa brings a unique perspective to our discussion, drawing from her extensive experience as an Executive Search Recruiter. Her current collaborations with recruiters, her role as a LinkedIn Moderator expert, and her ownership of an Executive resume-writing firm staffed by former HR and Recruiting professionals further enhance her qualifications.  Here are a few of her […]

Job scams are a pandemic. If a scammer hasn't tried to lure you into a fake job, your neighbor or coworker has been exposed to one. I created “The Job Scam Report” on Substack. Subscribe and get the latest in job scam avoidance and preventative tools, tips, and advice.  I was recently on the NPR […]

On this week's show, my friend and colleague John Tarnoff joins me to discuss his framework for older workers to use to land their next opportunity. John has helped hundreds of older workers over the years. He has great insight into what works for those transitioning to work and entrepreneurship.  More about John:  John has […]

Jack Kelly and I discuss company loyalty, AI, concerns for this year's college graduates, and job scams in this week's episode. Here are a few of the highlights: You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to […]

 I explain the significance of the following events in the past two weeks, which should inform us of what is to come in job scams, job fishing, and recruiter scams. The FTC categorizes them as imposter scams (FTC, 2/9/24). “ResumeLooters” refers to scammers accessing and stealing private information from job portals in Asia. In the […]

My friend Daisy Wright invited me to her LinkedIn Live event to discuss how older workers can navigate today's job search.  Here are a few of the highlights: More about Daisy: She is the Founder and Chief Encouragement Officer of The Wright Career. She is also an award-winning Certified Coach helping emerging leaders, executives, and mid-level professionals find […]

I met with two of my favorites, Keirsten Greggs and Jack Kelly, to discuss job search stuff before the holidays.  Here are a few of the highlights: Pausing a job search before the holidays is wasting a potential opportunity. There are networking and informational interview opportunities; Many people shut things down because of the holiday. […]

Happy New Year! I hope you enjoy this new episode with my career writing colleagues Jack Kelly, Robin Ryan, and Hannah Morgan. We discuss the job search trends to affect the 2024 job search.  Jack Kelly is a compliance search recruiter, the founder of WeCruitr.io, and a Senior Career Contributor at Forbes.  Robin Ryan is […]

You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same number – Go to TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com, press the “Send Voicemail” button on the right side of your screen and leave a message – Send email feedback to mark@thevoiceofjobseekers.com Kevin […]

In this episode, Keirsten Greggs, Jack Kelly, and I discuss the hiring challenges and what job seekers and hiring teams do to hurt the process.  Kristen's LinkedIn profile Jack's LinkedIn profile Omissions, lies, and deception during the hiring process. It's a tight job market, and there's lots of angst on both sides of the hiring […]

This week, my friend and sometimes del facto co-host, Jack Kelly, interviews me on his WeCruitr podcast.  In this excerpt, we discuss: Jack Kelly is a Compliance Recruiter, entrepreneur, CEO of WeCruitr.io, and Forbes Senior Careers Contributor. You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and leave […]

Kenneth Lang, an avid LinkedIn user, and job search expert, invited me to discuss job search on his LinkedIn Live show. I brought our discussion to be replayed on the podcast this week.  Kenneth is the founder of KML Consultants, a job search strategist, and a fellow introvert.  Highlights: Importance of a clear LinkedIn profile […]

Don't Take That Job ‘Til You Read This Book will help you control your career in a way most job seekers don't. Leigh Branham and Mark Hirschfield authored this book (and included contributions from me and others) to help you navigate the post-pandemic changes in the world of work.  Leigh Branham is the founder of […]

In this episode, my panel and I discuss current job search trends with practical advice to help job seekers navigate today's job market.  Virginia Franco founded Virginia Franco Resumes and is a five-time award-winning executive resume writer.  She is also a past president of the National Association of Resume Writers. Gina Riley is a Career Coach, […]

Resenteeism. What's the problem? According to a recent Fast Company article, “Resenteeism is defined as when a worker stays in an unsatisfying job due to a perceived lack of options, even as resentment toward their employer grows. Linked to this is “loud quitting.” Gallup's 2023 State of the Global Workplace report found that roughly one […]

Thanks for listening to my podcast. I share a personal reason for a four-week break between episodes in this episode.  I share a small excerpt from my appearance on the blkbox App podcast with Kenneth Johnson. Here are some of the points I made: You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are […]

Thank you for joining me for the 10th year of “The Voice of Job Seekers!”  Not ten seasons. Ten long years.  I started this podcast on Sept. 13, 2013. I have published over 20 shows a year and hosted nearly 200 guests.  I'm kicking off this year with a great panel. Jack Kelly and Kenneth […]

The Worst Thing That Can Happen to Your Job Search? by Mark Anthony Dyson I watched the Buccaneers go 0-14 in a season when I lived in Tampa. It was brutal, but by no means was it as brutal as being rejected for a position after several rounds of interviews. Sure, some of us can […]

I invite you to join our live stream event as Judith Humphrey and me as we discuss her new book, “The Job Seeker's Script: Tell Your Story and Land Your Dream Position.” Her book is a Fast Company publication to be released this week. In 2021, I discovered Judith through Twitter (@Judith_Humphrey) and found her book, […]

How To Detect Job Scams And Ways To Avoid Them by Mark Anthony Dyson Job scams are nothing new, but scammers are craftier in using technology and finding new ways to lure victims. My good friend Jack Kelly and I will lay out the basics of what they are, how to identify a scam or […]

Recently, the resume-writing service TopResume revealed what turns employers on — and off — about job candidates. In a nutshell, when presented with a list of 21 traits and asked which personality traits impress hiring managers the most, the following five characteristics were considered the most attractive: (1) Adaptability, (2) Reliability, (3) Authenticity, (4) Confidence, and (5) […]

What Does It Mean When More Recruiters Are Now Job Seekers? by Mark Anthony Dyson I welcome back Keirsten Greggs, the Trap Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Leader. We discuss her experiences as a job seeker who lost their recruiting job. Highlights: Through her layoff experiences, she became more empathetic toward job seekers. We discuss “macroagressions” […]

How to Job Search in Today's Volatile Job Market by Mark Anthony Dyson Join Jack Kelly and me in discussing how job seekers can navigate this unpredictable job market. Highlights: Wall Street Journal article showing companies are posting fulfilled jobs. AI and layoffs. The use of ChatGPT for job seekers. Jack's latest article on Forbes […]

What Happens if Non-Compete Agreements Are Actually Banned by Mark Anthony Dyson Join in this conversation with Tom Spiggle of Spiggle Law firm and me discussing the FTC (Federal Trade Commission) review of Non-Compete Agreements. While many feel this will be regulated, it is still a process. Tom unfolds some of the common questions for […]

What Happens When AI Revolutionize The Way Recruiters Recruit? by Mark Anthony Dyson My guest today is Destiny Lalane, recruiter and founder of Recruiting School. She's been experimenting with ChatGPT and Open AI as recruiting tools. She's been posting her findings on LinkedIn to help job seekers and recruiters discover AI tools and their usefulness. […]

Podcast Template by Mark Anthony DysonToday, I'm presenting an excerpt from Annette Richmond's Smarter Career and Business Moves podcast and LinkedIn Live I did two weeks ago. We discussed “The Great Rebalance” and what it means for job seekers. Highlights: “Quiet quitting” Employment Bias Putting on your LinkedIn profile “consultant.” “Quiet firing” Listen to the entire […]

Beverly Jones, host of the WOUB and NPR podcast “Jazzed About Work,” asked to come back on the show to discuss the world of work trends and my content contributions toward educating job seekers. This episode is a clip of the show. You can hear our entire conversation on NPR's site. Enjoy the conversation from […]

What's the One Thing Job Seekers Could Do to Stand Out with Orlando Haynes, Jack Kelly, and Tristan Layfield by Mark Anthony Dyson Today's show features a couple of helpful conversations: I discussed with Tristian Layfield how job seekers could gain traction after getting laid off. Tristian is the host of The ClariTEA podcast. I […]

What News is Shaping Job Search in 2023 With Jack Kelly by Mark Anthony Dyson Does news shape your job search? It's possible, but not to a large extent if you're strategic. Jack Kelly joins me in how news impacts the 2023 job search and what it will mean for job seekers. Show overview: Inflation: […]

Happy New Year!! I hope all is well in your world. For the past few years, including this one, I have been presenting a show with a panel to discuss the new year's trends with Hannah Morgan and Robin Ryan. Hannah Morgan is the founder of CareerSherpa.net and loves helping people understand what actions they need […]

Critical Thinking Skills: 4 Ways to Stand Out in Your Job Search by Mark Anthony Dyson In this episode, Bethany Wallace, my Lensa.com colleague, joins me to discuss her article on the value of displaying critical thinking skills for your job search. You can read the full article here.  We break down four things critical thinkers […]

Talking Layoffs with The TrapRecruiter by Mark Anthony Dyson   The tables turn for this special episode as I serve as a guest on “The Trap Recruiter Show” with my friend and fall co-host, Keirsten Greggs. She asks the questions, and I answer them. Here are a few of the highlights from our discussion: We […]

My fall co-host and buddy Keirsten Greggs explores ten hip-hop songs that offer career advice relevant to our times. We thought this would give people a different way to look at the guidance provided in these songs from other perspectives. Some of the highlights of our discussion: Structure and a foundation in your career planning […]

  I was invited to Emily Wong's Career Cohort podcast to discuss takeaways from news cycles and what is valuable and unuseful to job seekers. We are in an age where the news creates many polarizing discussions out of aged old issues. Are issues created and make news cycles for every job seeker? Emily and I […]

  I talk with Keirsten Greggs (the “TrapRecruiter) about recruiter challenges she has with employers and job seekers. Here are highlights of our discussion: While recruiters often say horrible things, job seekers should take the good with the bad. Keirsten weighs in on the “Open to Work” badge on Twitter. Job seekers shouldn't take monthly […]

  I was asked by the hosts of The Second Act Show podcast, Kerry Hannon and John Tarnoff, to share with their 50+ audience how to navigate their job search. Watch our entire conversation here, and don't forget to subscribe to their channel. Listen to a short clip of our conversation as we discuss my […]

This podcast week's guests are Leander Howard and Anna Morgan. Leander shares how his business, Spark Your Resume, is not about resumes and cover letters but being a reverse recruiter for job seekers. He thinks many underestimate searching, networking, booking calls, interviews, and negotiating offers. Anna Morgan and I banter about the view from a […]