WELCOME… WHAT IS THIS NEWSLETTER ABOUT?

Episode Summary:

Are we truly witnessing job growth, or is it just another statistical illusion? The U.S. August jobs report claims 142,000 new positions and a dip in unemployment to 4.2%, but can we really trust these figures? Is the much-anticipated September surge on the horizon, or simply wishful thinking? And why are recruiter job postings climbing when so many Australians are taking on multiple jobs just to get by? Could this be a sign of economic resilience—or a red flag we’re overlooking?

In this episode of Recruiting is No Joke host Joel Lalgee takes a closer look at the August jobs report, questioning the accuracy of the numbers and warning that revisions could be coming. He challenges the idea that 142,000 jobs were actually created and stresses the importance of digging deeper into the data for a clearer understanding of the job market.

Joel also explores the emotional toll job searching can take, sharing the struggles of job seekers who face rejection after countless applications. He offers practical advice on staying resilient and tips for those labeled "overqualified" to better tailor their applications and showcase their true value.

Wrapping up, Joel discusses the growing trend of people in Australia balancing multiple jobs and the risk of burnout that comes with it. 

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JOEL’s take away from the episode:

The time that goes on I realize that most of the numbers they use to report on the health of the job market and economy seem to be an inaccurate way to gauge how things really are.

We need to dig deeper into the numbers:

What are the industries that are experiencing job growth? How many of the jobs added are part-time jobs? How many jobs are just people moving from one company to another doing the same thing?

Instead of just looking at the headline numbers take the time to investigate deeper.

I have the luxury of hosting live shows daily and talking with job seekers, this gives me an accurate look into the job market firsthand.

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