The Straight Shooter Recruiter

Emily Durham is here to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond. From careers to confidence, longtime senior recruiter, career coach and content creator, Emily, has your back. No filter. No fluff. Featured in The Financial Post, BBC News, The Globe and Mail, Bay Street Bull and more.

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Episodes

Why are recruiters GHOSTING you + life update (im single again lol)

LOL.. so much going on in this one.

Apr 23, 2023•14 min

Small Talk & Networking: FOR INTROVERTS

My shy besties... fear not. I got you.

Apr 16, 2023•13 min

Listener Questions: will they take away your job offer, should you quit a boring job & your CRAZY bosses

This week you all had TOO MANY amazing questions so I had to dedicate a whole episode to it. Without spoiling too much, we spoke about: If it is safe to quit your job in today's market Can employers take away the job offer if you negotiate Dealing with burnout Want your question answered? Ask them here.

Apr 09, 2023•21 min

"How can I get a job internationally?... Help!!"

Are you an international student? Or maybe looking to start your career in a new country. HOW EXCITING! I love this for you. Today I talk to you about how to find a job in another country and OF COURSE we answer your hot questions. Want your answered? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/JLSWVxFAjXiSyK4d8

Apr 02, 2023•23 min

Welcome To The Straight Shooter Recruiter

Meet your favourite Careers Podcast.

Mar 28, 2023•49 sec

"How can I get a job WITHOUT experience!?...HELP" + Q&A

Ah the age old question... how can I land a great job without experience. Fear not, I've got you. We tackle this AND your questions of the week. Want your question answered? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBBgl8evSmJ30y9ST5N2FBody1SJ8W_ip4uvrBXuMnhWWDSQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Mar 26, 2023•16 min

What matters more...Education or Experience? + Meta Layoffs + Q&A

What a week. Let's talk about the heart breaking Meta layoffs, answer some questions and of course... answer our topic of the week. Want your question answered? https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdBBgl8evSmJ30y9ST5N2FBody1SJ8W_ip4uvrBXuMnhWWDSQ/viewform?usp=sf_link

Mar 19, 2023•21 min

"My coworkers and boss are TOXIC....help"

Hey Siri... play "Toxic" by Brittney Spears. Let's talk about how to manage toxic peers and bosses... without it getting too awkward. PLUS I answer your questions at the end of the episode. Want your question answered? Submit it here: https://forms.gle/JLSWVxFAjXiSyK4d8

Mar 12, 2023•19 min

3 things you can do in less than 5 minutes to level up your career

I am SO OVER career advice that is overwhelming. I don't have 5 hours to map out my 5 year plan. But I do have 5 minutes while making dinner to make a big impact. If you're like me; this episode is for you.

Mar 05, 2023•10 min

Stop worrying about work (it isn’t worrying about you)

Tbh I called myself out with this one

Feb 26, 2023•8 min

My job hunting & career hot takes... (yes.. I have some unpopular opinions lol)

We all know I am opinionated.. so did this really come as a surprise? Today we talk about career and job searching tips that I think are USELESS lol.

Feb 19, 2023•15 min

Recession job market "FACTS" you need to ignore... (a short and sweet episode)

Ya... these are a no from me. Also sorry there’s no putto the audio came out SO distorted!!!!!

Feb 12, 2023•6 min

How I Broke Into Tech (and you can, too)

This is a step by step guide on how to work in tech... with no experience. Let's crack into it.

Feb 05, 2023•10 min

How To Make The Perfect LinkedIn Profile - EASY Optimization Tips from a Recruiter

LinkedIn is not as complicated as some people make it seem. Trust me. If you want recruiters to reach out to YOU on LinkedIn, watch this short video.

Feb 05, 2023•10 min

How To Build Your Personal Brand... EASY Strategy & Tips to be successful

What is a personal brand and do you need one? Spoiler- you already have one.. and it's time you take control of it! Today's video is full of EASY tips on how to identify and build on your personal brand to get ahead in your career and life.

Jan 22, 2023•9 min

Stop letting people walk all over your (BONUS EP)

Friendly reminder that you get SO MUCH extra content over on my Youtube Page... with lots of videos just like this one.

Jan 16, 2023•6 min

How To Pass A Software Engineering Interview

You have a big engineering interview coming up? You're a Front End, Back End of Full Stack Developer? Love that. Good news- I am a tech recruiter... and I am about to give you ALL the tips you need to pass your Engineering Interview.

Jan 15, 2023•6 min

How To Answer "Why do you want to work here?" in an Interview - EASY tips from a Recruiter

If you don't how to answer "Why do you want to work here?" don't worry- I got you! Today's video gives you easy interview answers!

Jan 08, 2023•5 min

HOW TO NETWORK AND GET A JOB | why your networking is not working

I really hate to tell you this, but its not them.. its you. Networking is designed to help you identify mentors and connect you to jobs. Here is how to do it.

Dec 11, 2022•7 min

TOXIC CAREER ADVICE FOR YOUNG PROFESSIONALS | please don't listen to this garbage

I may look young, fun and not a day over 21 (lol) but I too was an intern once. It was there that I was given some of the most TOXIC advice that really held me back in my career. Let talk about it. Instagram: @TSSRPOD Personal Insta: @Emily.The.Recruiter TikTok: @Emily.The.Recruiter

Dec 04, 2022•9 min

INTERVIEW WITH TRACY MOORE | her journey through journalism, being a tv legend & a good person

We all know that I am not someone who is often speechless. But wow. Tracy Moore is really something else. For more than a decade, Tracy Moore has spearheaded Cityline, one of Canada’s most influential lifestyle programs, also broadcast to 70+ million American homes daily. An award-nominated TV host, Tracy shares the best style trends, cooks up the greatest new recipes, and sizes up the latest fashions, five days a week. She’s also a positive role model when it comes to health and fitness. Celebr...

Nov 27, 2022•30 min

What to do if you've been laid off?

A tough topic. But an important one.

Nov 20, 2022•7 min

How To Job Hunt In A Recession ( spoiler... thats what's coming)

I hate to say it, but we are heading into a big fat recession. With mass lay offs in tech, how can you land your dream job? Show less

Nov 13, 2022•8 min

Things I Wish I Knew Earlier In My Career: Tips for young professionals

Oh man, there's a lot of time, sweat and stress I could have avoided if I knew these tips. Let me know if they help.

Nov 06, 2022•10 min

Salary Transparency: there’s a reason they don’t want us to share our compensation

Shocker- your company doesn’t want you to share your compensation? Have you ever wondered why? What the impacts might be? And most importantly… what we can do about it.

Oct 31, 2022•9 min

Is it ever a good idea to accept a job that is underpaying you?

Tricky topic. Here's my honest opinion

Oct 16, 2022•6 min

DO NOT DO THIS IN AN INTERVIEW (Seriously… it’s an automatic no)

This NOT clickbait. As a recruiter, I have sat through thousands of interviews. Maybe even millions. OK… Maybe not millions. But there’s one thing ALWAYS results in a no. Ready to find out? Special thank you to today’s sponsor, SAP concur. Check them out at concur.ca

Oct 09, 2022•8 min

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