Have you ever wondered how to sidestep the traditional job market and land your dream job?
If so, keep listening. My guest today is Ran Young, who has unlocked the secrets of the 'Back Door' approach to job hunting.
Hello and a very warm welcome to Episode No 87 of ‘Your Bravo Career’
My name is Mark Crossfield, I’m a Professional Career Coach / helping you to love your job and build a great career.
This podcast is about why your career matters.
How you can enjoy what you are doing day each day at work
and how to build a great career along the way.
In today's episode, we're diving into an unconventional but increasingly popular strategy for job hunting—the 'Back Door' approach.
And who better to guide us through this topic than someone who has not only navigated the complexities of the job market but has led teams and shaped careers through innovative leadership and strategic insights—Ran Young.
Ran brings over two decades of experience in leadership, management, and executive coaching, primarily with IBM UK.
His approach to leadership and career development, combined with his expertise in HR processes, commercial development, and compliance, makes him the perfect guest to discuss alternative paths to career success.
Today, Ran will share his insights on the 'Back Door' job hunting approach, a method that uses networking, informational interviewing, and volunteering, among other strategies, to secure employment in today's competitive job market.
We'll explore the advantages of this method, the significance of building a strong professional network, and how to incorporate these tactics into a successful job search strategy.
Whether you're a current job seeker or not, this conversation promises to be both enlightening and practical.
So, let's welcome Ran Young to the show.
Ran, it's a pleasure to have you with us. Let's get started.
What is the "Back Door" job hunting approach, and why is it considered an alternative to traditional job-seeking methods?
What are the advantages of this method?
How significant is networking for this approach. What strategies can individuals employ to build a strong professional network?
Can you share insights on the role of informational interviewing as part of a "Back Door" job hunting approach?
What benefits can volunteering offer to job seekers, and how can it be incorporated into this approach?
Can you share some success stories or real-life examples of individuals who have successfully employed the "Back Door" method to secure employment?
Are there any common misconceptions or pitfalls that job seekers should be aware of when using the "Back Door" job hunting approach, and how can they avoid them?
What role does persistence play in the "Back Door" job hunting approach, and how can job seekers maintain their motivation throughout the process?
Can you share some examples of creative or unique approaches that job seekers have used, or can use, with this method?
Are there any resources, such as books, websites, or tools, you would recommend for those seeking to learn more about the "Back Door" approach?
Finally, what advice do you have for listeners who want to love their job and have a great career? (I always ask this question 😀)
Thank you, Ran, for sharing your expertise with us today.
If listeners want to connect with you, where can they find you?
And there you have my conversation with Ran Young, about how you can use the back door method to research industries and sectors and maybe secure your next job.
I hope you found the discussion helpful, useful and informative.
If you've been inspired by today's conversation and want to learn more about Ran’s work, please reach out to him. I have put his links in the show notes. LinkedIn Profile.
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Bye for now.