{"type":"rich","version":"1.0","provider_name":"Transistor","provider_url":"https://transistor.fm","author_name":"The Vernon Richard Show","title":"Testing the Job Hunt: Red Flags, Networking, Personal Brand, and the Power of Storytelling","html":"<iframe width=\"100%\" height=\"180\" frameborder=\"no\" scrolling=\"no\" seamless src=\"https://share.transistor.fm/e/e68322d0\"></iframe>","width":"100%","height":180,"duration":3284,"description":"In this episode, Richard and Vernon discuss the topic of hiring and share their thoughts on the annoying things that companies and hiring managers do. They emphasize the importance of seeking clarification and understanding the context behind red flags on a candidate's CV.\nThey also discuss the power dynamic in the hiring process and provide advice for job seekers on how to mitigate potential problems. They highlight the value of storytelling and narrative in CVs and suggest cherry-picking relevant experiences to showcase in job applications.\nIn this conversation, Richard and Vernon discuss job hunting strategies and offer advice for those looking for new roles. They emphasize the importance of networking, building a personal brand, and being intentional about what you share on platforms like LinkedIn.\nThey also discuss the distinction between skills and tools in job specifications and CVs, encouraging a focus on transferable skills rather than specific tools. The conversation concludes with a call for feedback and suggestions from listeners.\n#softwaretesting #software #hiring #hiringtips\n\nLinks to stuff we mentioned during the pod:\n01:43 - Vernon's LinkedIn post about how NOT to handle \"red flags\" spotted on CVs!\n09:41 - Wayne Bennett, FRSA, CertRPWayne's comment on my post\nWayne's recruitment firm Made4Tech Global\nWayne's LinkedIn\n17:47 - Recruiters we think are awesome!Wayne Bennet's LinkedIn (particularly for Manchester and NW England roles)\nKelli Jackson's LinkedIn (for North American roles and runs a community for midlifers changing careers)\nGabbi Trotter's LinkedIn (UK wide but particularly the North West and Midlands roles)\nSamir Mehta's LinkedIn (although he's internal now & works with Rich the poor guy)\nJamie Doyle's LinkedIn (UK wide and a legend)\nKristina Javůrková's LinkedIn (for Benelux roles)\nMatt Drinkwater's LinkedIn (UK wide and hosts QE Babble)\nJames Duke's LinkedIn (UK wide and lover of fast cars)\n18:07 - Book: Never Split The Difference by...","thumbnail_url":"https://img.transistorcdn.com/UFGkkh_jsZubLbpE6txGLPU3-7iIlh6gJ0JsseFDEm0/rs:fill:0:0:1/w:400/h:400/q:60/mb:500000/aHR0cHM6Ly9pbWct/dXBsb2FkLXByb2R1/Y3Rpb24udHJhbnNp/c3Rvci5mbS9iM2Zk/NGQ3NDk4NmVkNjA5/OGJmMzA0ODQxMWIy/N2ExOS5wbmc.webp","thumbnail_width":300,"thumbnail_height":300}