Worried that using LinkedIn’s “Open to Work” badge will make you look desperate?

You’re not alone. A lot of people feel unsure about being so visible during their job search. Some people say the green banner helps you get hired faster. Others say it scares employers away. So which one is true?

In this episode, you'll learn:

• What the badge really does behind the scenes
• How recruiter-only visibility works (yes, there’s a private setting)
• Why some people avoid it
• How a recruiter actually uses the banner to find candidates
• Simple tips to decide if it’s right for you

Hit play to finally get clarity on this - and use LinkedIn like a pro.

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P.S. If you’re figuring out your next step, I created a free Ikigai workbook to help you get clarity - just drop me a message or grab it from the link.

Have you switched jobs a few times and wondered if that makes you a “job hopper”? You’re not alone. In this episode, I share how recruiters really see job hopping, and why it might not be as bad as you think.

In this episode you’ll hear:

• What “job hopping” actually means
• How recruiters review CVs with multiple short roles
• Why the COVID years changed how we look at career moves
• When frequent changes raise concerns - and when they don’t
• How to present short-term jobs on your CV and LinkedIn
• Tips for framing your career story in interviews

This episode is for ambitious expats in the Netherlands (or Europe) who worry their career path looks “too jumpy” on paper.

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P.S. If you’re figuring out your next step, I created a free Ikigai workbook to help you get clarity - just drop me a message or grab it from the link.

Just got a job offer and rushing to say “yes”? Pause.

Listen in to:

• Clarify if the offer aligns with your long-term path
• Spot whether you’re choosing growth - or simply escaping
• Evaluate the true value of your pay and benefits
• Recognize what your gut feeling is telling you
• And check “behind the curtain” by reaching out to past employees quietly

Hit play and ask yourself the right questions before you say “yes.”

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• Connect with me on LinkedIn
• Listen on Spotify
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P.S. If you’re figuring out your next step, I created a free Ikigai workbook to help you get clarity - just drop me a message or grab it from the link.