Podcast Episode with Experienced Recruiter Ellie!

Whats up friends?! This week I've got insights from the Alli From Corporate Podcast. This week, I got to sit down with none other than Ellie Hoekman , who’s a rockstar in the world of career coaching, especially when it comes to the field of Industrial Organizational Psychology (I/O Psychology for short). If you're all about figuring out the nitty-gritty of climbing the career ladder and making sense of the recruitment black box, you're in the right place.

What is IO Psychology?

From Ellie: IO Psychology is where it's at if you're looking to make work lives suck less. It’s about getting into the thick of improving workplaces and making sure your daily grind is more about thriving and less about just surviving. Whether we're talking HR Consulting, Workforce Analytics, or making sure everyone’s mental health is on point, IO Psychology is doing the heavy lifting.

Getting to the Good Stuff: Your Questions, Ellie's Answers

The Ghosting Phenomenon

Why do recruiters leave us hanging? Ellie gave us the lowdown, explaining how things like disorganization and the ever-changing priority list of roles can lead to that dreaded silence. It’s not you; it's the chaos behind the scenes.

The 10-Second Resume Scan

Hard to swallow, but yeah, sometimes your resume gets less attention than a TikTok video. Ellie breaks it down: Recruiters are on the hunt for specific triggers that make them stop and look closer. Our chat ventured into how turning your resume into a showcase of your wins, rather than just a job description, can make all the difference.

Nailing the Interview

Ellie dropped some serious knowledge on us about making your interview count. It's all about the connection you make with the person on the other side of the table. Whether it’s your potential boss or a future coworker, showing how you can be the puzzle piece they’re missing is key. And remember, it's not just about what you can do but how you make them feel.

Digging Deeper with Ellie: More Juicy Tips and Tricks

Making Your Resume Pop

We got into the weeds on how to craft a resume that stands out. Ellie’s all about highlighting what you’ve actually achieved, not just what was in your job description. It's about painting a picture of yourself as someone who makes things happen.

The Secret Sauce to Interviewing

Building on the idea of connection, Ellie shared how tailoring your vibe and answers to whoever you’re talking to can seriously up your interview game. From the first chat with a recruiter to the final round with your potential team, showing that you’re not just there to work but to contribute and gel with the team can set you apart.

Wrapping Up: Ellie’s Last Gems of Wisdom

As we wrapped things up, Ellie hit us with some real talk: Recruiters are rooting for you. They want to fill that position, and they want you to be the one who nails it. So, next time you're gearing up to send that application or step into that interview, remember, you're not going in alone.

Huge thanks to Ellie for coming through with the insights and laughs. If you're diving into the IO Psychology pool or just looking for someone to help steer your career ship, hitting up Ellie on LinkedIn is a move you won’t regret.

And that’s a wrap for this week! Keep doing what you do best, and don’t forget to tune into the podcast for more behind-the-scenes looks at making it in the work world. Catch you next time!

Alli

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