Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchBeat the Algorithm to Get a Job?
Season 1 Episode 73
In the age of algorithms, getting noticed by employers can feel like trying to go viral. When did applying for jobs morph into a social media contest…
1 year, 10 months ago
Job Hunters Are Draining 401ks to Stay Afloat
Season 1 Episode 72
401ks were meant to be our generation’s retirement plan, but now they’re becoming many workers’ only means of survival. With Social Security drying u…
1 year, 10 months ago
Is Amazon's Return to Office a Layoff in Disguise?
Season 1 Episode 71
Amazon’s company-wide return-to-office mandate sent shockwaves through the tech world. And 72% of employees said they were ‘reconsidering their futur…
1 year, 11 months ago
"Open to Work" Badge on LinkedIn (Reaction Pod)
In this episode of The Lonely Office, we bring chief correspondent Aki Ito on to discuss the heated debate over LinkedIn's "open to work" banner. The…
1 year, 11 months ago
Evolution of Resumes in the Age of Algorithms
Season 1 Episode 71
Nowadays, resumes must beat applicant tracking systems and "wow" hiring managers. From TikTok handles to colorful redesigns to mindfulness sections, …
1 year, 11 months ago
Job Market Reality Check & Decoding Job Report Numbers
In this episode of The Lonely Office, we dive into the disconnect between economic data and the job seeker’s reality, exploring why many still feel g…
1 year, 11 months ago
Is Amazon Forcing Return to Office for Everyone? (Reaction Pod)
With more CEOs going on record about their return to office mandates, it has us wondering: was the golden promise of working from home too good to be…
1 year, 11 months ago
68% of Vacations Are Fake: PTO Is Broken
Season 1 Episode 62
Workers are taking less and less PTO, yet working more and more when they do. This week, Malcolm’s ‘staycation’ turns into an anxiety-filled week of …
1 year, 11 months ago
Job Hacks & What Happened to the Career Fair?
Could it be that choosing degrees in the humanities is actually a smart, tactical move for the future? As tech job markets tighten, we explore how sk…
1 year, 11 months ago
Is the Job Hopping Party Over?
Season 1 Episode 61
Job hopping can be great for your wallet, but is it detrimental to your career? This week, Ferris’ job hopping led to pay bumps and new positions unt…
1 year, 11 months ago