One of the top recruiters of executive and leadership talent in the tech industry, Pat Fitzgerald brings deep and valuable perspectives on today’s battles for talent. In monthly episodes, Pat shares his advice on the new types of skills that businesses are seeking, and the opportunities that talented professionals are looking for. Today, Pat and Bob talk about the current employment and job marketplace, from hiring freezes and layoffs to continuing demand for top talent to the changing nature of job interviews in today’s climate.
Episode 11 | Job Interview Advice for 2023
The Big Themes:
- Advice for early talent: Pat says that high schoolers and their parents should at least consider options other than college, like trade schools and apprenticeships. He recommends reading “The Millionaire Next Door” to get inspired.
- Advice for college graduates: First, differentiate yourself during the interview process by doing research. Second, once you’re hired, find “your assets” within the company, because you can’t just assume you’ll have advocates.
- Advice for people taking job interviews: Don’t be afraid to ask tough questions about a company’s financial status and solvency, given the economic climate we’re in today. This is one step in making sure you end up at the right place.
The Big Quote: “A lot of early talent is making a huge mistake in their career by actually moving from one job to another from one company to another after 12 months, because the next company offers them something worth more money. My advice is, don’t. That’s a mistake.”
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