No B.S. Job Search Advice Radio

Don't Act Like a Politician on Job Interviews

03 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3065 U.S. presidential candidates of both parties do this. It is not a political comment.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTERPeople hire Jeff Alt...

A Hidden Trap in Your Executive Job Offer

02 Sep 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3064 That impressive executive job offer might be hiding a critical red flag. Spot this subtle but significant warning sign and what it truly means...

No Show on Sept 1 and an Update

27 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Monday, September 1, 2025 is a holiday in the US and we won't be releasing a show then.We will be starting something new next week.

Quitting Your Job Without a Backup Plan

25 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

3063 Today's show explores the significant decision of quitting a job without another one lined up, providing both personal narratives and practical a...

Crack the Code Your Guide to Beating the ATS

18 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3062 Are you sick of applying online only to be GHOSTED by the "evil ATS system"? You've been LIED TO! That dreaded Applicant Tracking System isn't...

Something New for September 2025

13 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Beginning in September, we are going to be doing something new for No BS Job Search Advice Radio.I hope you find it helpful and in the mean time, enjo...

Reverse the Search: Turn Job Seeking into Job Shopping

11 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

3061 "Reverse the Search: Turn Job Seeking into Job Shopping" by Madeline Mann, offers a paradigm shift in job searching, moving from pass...

Ace Your Next Interview with These Pro Tips

04 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3060 “Most people prep for interviews like amateurs—vague answers, poor framing, and zero strategy. In this episode, Ronnie and Bobby share adv...

The Layoff Journey

28 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3059 A layoff isn’t just the loss of a paycheck; it’s the loss of stability, identity, and routine. It’s a deeply personal upheaval, one that...

They Let You Go. Now What? Master Life After a Layoff

21 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3058 "Feeling blindsided after a job loss? This isn't the end—it's a new beginning! In this episode, we're pulling back the curt...

Interview Self-Sabotage: 9 Ways You're Hurting Your Chances

14 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3057 Are you tired of leaving interviews feeling like you blew it, but you're not sure why? In this episode, we reveal 9 subtle (and not-so-subtle)...

AI Job Search Secrets Recruiters Don't Want You to Know!

07 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3056 Tired of sending out resumes into the void? In this episode, we're diving deep into the world of AI prompts – the magic phrases that can get...

The AI Job Apocalypse Warning

30 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3055 This episode dives deep into the profound and rapidly approaching impact of Artificial Intelligence on the workforce, drawing on candid conver...

What to Do When You Can't Do What You Used to Do

23 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3054 This is based on a presentation by David Schuchman where he explores the challenges individuals face when their former job skills and search m...

Effective LinkedIn Networking Strategies

16 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3053 In this deep dive, Ronnie and Bobby discuss effective ways to network on LinkedIn. This is a must listen to show for anyone struggling to conn...

Finding a Job in the Real World: Job Search for Recent Graduates

09 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3052 Finding a job after graduation is challenging in the best of times. Ronnie and Boby do a deep dive into job search for recent graduates. <2...

Common Job Interview Mistakes

02 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3051 These are critical mistakes individuals often make during job interviews without realizing the negative impact. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG G...

Use ChatGPT to Write a Killer Cover Letter

26 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3050 In this episode, we’re diving into exactly how to use ChatGPT—not just to write faster, but to write smarter.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GA...

Using Your Age to Your Advantage in Your Job Search

19 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

3049 This episode advises experienced job hunters to reframe their age as an advantage, consider diverse employment types, leverage their leadership...

How to Job Search When You Lack Connections

12 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3048 This show discusses effective strategies for job seekers, particularly those lacking existing connections.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNT...

Mastering Video Interview Body Language

05 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3046 Practical tips for candidates on how to project confidence and engagement through nonverbal cues such as eye contact, posture, gestures, and...

Proven Ways to Find Hidden Jobs in 2025

28 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3045 Ronnie and Bobby discuss 3 specific methods for finding unlisted job opportunities in 2025.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTERPeople hire ...

LinkedIn Profile Optimization for 2025

21 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

3044 This episode will help you stand out from the competition and efficiently land your next role.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTERPeople hire ...

Why Your Interview Skills Suck

14 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3043 Finding a job requires a different skillset than performing the job itself.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTERPeople hire Jeff Altman, The ...

AI Job Search Strategies

07 Apr 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3042 Whether you are a coach or a job hunter stuck in a rut, there are AI tools to help you.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTERPeople hire Jeff ...

Attracting Employers

31 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3041 Today's show gives advice for attracting employers and securing job offers. The tips cover optimizing resumes, strategically tailoring applic...

What Employers Want to Hear When You Answer Interview Questions

24 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3040 Instead of providing specific answers, the show explains what employers are looking for when they ask common interview questions emphasizing t...

Why They Don't Want You: Overcoming Age Bias in a Job Search

17 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3039 Age bias is not even subtle any more but there are things you can do to showcasing your skills, experience, etc.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAM...

Boolean Search for Job Hunting

10 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3038 Ronnie and Bobby showcase how to use Google to bypass LinkedIn's search limitations, finding individuals and information not readily accessibl...

Winning Your Job Search

06 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3037 There are 10 important steps for a successful job search. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter ...

The Future of Jobs in 2025

03 Mar 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3036 The World Economic Forum's 2025 Future of Jobs Report analyzes global labor market trends through 2030. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNT...

6 Ways to Influence an Interviewer

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3035 On this show, we discuss six key principles and illustrate each with anecdotes and practical tips for job seekers to apply these concepts in i...

Make Your Next Job Your Best Job

27 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3011 This comes from a podcast interview of Rob Barnett, author of the book Next Job Best Job, conducted by TJ Hoisington. The interview focuses o...

Build a Powerful Network

24 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3034 Today's show details how to build a powerful and effective professional network. It emphasizes creating a diverse and inclusive network by str...

10 Remote Tech Jobs You Can Do From Home

20 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3033 This episode lists ten remote tech jobs with consistently high demand. Each job description includes salary expectations, projected growth rat...

How to Job Search Like a Recruiter

17 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3031 The podcast offers practical advice and encouragement for navigating the complexities of job hunting, promoting a positive and strategic appro...

5 Uncommon Interview Tips

13 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3030 This is based on an article from Penny Pearl about different things you can do to interview well.ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTERPeople ...

6 Steps to Becoming a Board Member

10 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3029 Strategies for enhancing one's profile, networking effectively, and understanding the demands of board service. A key theme is articulating ...

Job Search Strategies for Introverts

06 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3028 Introverts: Leverage Your Strengths for an Effective Job Search, provides job-hunting strategies tailored to introverted personalities.  ABOU...

AI for Job Hunters

03 Feb 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3027 Ronnie and Bobby talk about some of the ways you can use AI as part of your job search. Any book or product is discussed without any payment r...

In-Demand Skills in 2025

30 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3026 I stumbled into this guide from Jobscan that spoke about in-demand skills in the job market. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hi...

How to Apply for a New Job After You’ve Been Fired

27 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3025 Based on the article of the same name by Rebecca Knight in Harvard Business Review, we're going to look at how to do that and two case stu...

Personal Branding Mistakes to Avoid

23 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3024 On this show, Ronnie and Bobby talk about an article I wrote. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hu...

Counteroffers: Should You Accept?

20 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3023 You've landed a job offer, but just as you're about to give your notice, your current employer throws a curveball: a counteroffer. It&...

AI Powered Job Search

16 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3022 The overall focus of this episode is on maximizing job application success through strategic planning and the effective use of using ChatGPT, ...

Tattoos and Job Prospects

13 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3021 Ronnie and Bobby discuss tattoos in your job search and in the workplace. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The ...

Job Search Networking Like an All-Star

09 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3020 This episode is based on Michael Goldberg's Knockout Networking for Job Search. He uses personal anecdotes and interactive elements to illustr...

Smart Questions to Ask on Job Interviews

06 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3019 This excerpt from a Harvard Business Review video on YouTube provides smart questions to ask during a job interview. The source video emphasiz...

A Negotiating Framework

02 Jan 2025

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3018 Brandon Bramley, the founder of The Salary Negotiator and his salary negotiation framework and much more related to negotiating. This is based...

Job Hunting Mistakes

30 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3017 Today's show discusses common mistakes job hunters make, including assuming too much about a job during an interview, forgetting to thank in...

Job Search Strategies for College Graduates

26 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3016 Based on a PDF from Northern Vermont University, today's show covers various aspects of job hunting, including active and passive approaches,...

Job Search Strategies for Mature Workers

23 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3015 Based on an interview featuring Brenda Meller and Bob McIntosh, who discuss strategies for mature workers seeking employment. The conversation...

LinkedIn Profile Optimization for Job Hunters

19 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3014 This is a masterclass in LinkedIn profile optimization for job seekers, led by expert Kevin D. Turner. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER...

The Body Language Guide for Job Hunters

16 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3013 Most of us have heard of one or two things about body language, but certainly not things like micro-expressions. This is based on an interview...

Ready . . . Aim . . . Get Hired!

12 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3012 On today's show, Dana Manciagli discusses the "Ready, Aim, Get Hired" framework for job searching. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER Peo...

How to Negotiate Salary

05 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3010 Based on an interview with interview coach Margaret Buj,this episode focuses on how to effectively negotiate your salary in the job market. A...

Enhancing Your Job Search with AI

02 Dec 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3009 This YouTube video from the WGU Career & Professional Development channel is a presentation on utilizing AI tools to enhance one's job sea...

Cracking the FAANG PM Interview

28 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3008 This podcast episode  provides a guide for individuals preparing for product management (PM) interviews, particularly those seeking roles at ...

15 Best High Paying Skills To Land A Remote Job

25 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3007 Shane Hummus, a YouTube creator who has experience hiring and helping people find remote jobs, shares his list of the 15 best high-paying ski...

Changing Careers

21 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3006 This relates to an interview between Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter, the host of the podcast "No BS Job Search Advice Radio," and Michelle C...

Career Coaching vs Career Counseling

18 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3005 Career Coaching vs Career Counseling: Understanding the Key Differences. Renata Bernarde's YouTube video, "Counseling Vs Coaching (Ep 257),"...

What to Do If You Hate Your Job

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3034 This is derived from an interview with Jessica Sweet on the Find Your Dream Job podcast. I hope you'll enjoy the conversation and what is shar...

How to Negotiate Your Job Offer

11 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3003 Based on the interview with Prof. Deepak Malhotra, this episode summarizes his thinking on the subject. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTE...

How to Negotiate a Lowball Offer

07 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 3002 Sometimes employers don't mean to do it and other times they are trying to get you on the cheap. Today's show is based on Andrew LaCivita's vi...

Leveraging AI In Your Job Search

04 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

I know I said I was going to end the show after episode 3000 but I want to experiment with this format. I'll release an episode or two per week. Tell ...

Episode 3000!

02 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Episode 3000 comes with an announcement and an offer good through July 16 at midnight ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman,...

The Most Important Part of Final Interview Preparation . . . And No One Does It

01 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2999 You are excited! They want to have you back for a final interview! But if you're like most people, you aren't preparing for the most i...

The Second Best Place to Build Your Personal Brand

30 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2998 We all know the best place to build your brand online, but what's the second best place? It takes less time than the other one AND it'...

We Buy Brands

29 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2997 People are reluctant to think of themselves as a brand and market themselves that way. It's a mistake. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUN...

What You Can Learn About Interviewing From Watching a Speaker at a Conference

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2996 Have you ever attended a conference and watched the speaker intently? Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter offers a few things you can learn from ...

Why Companies Ghost People

27 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2995 I discuss why you don't hear anything from a company for long stretches of time. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff A...

Credit Checks

26 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2994 Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter answers about the likelihood your credit report will be checked prior to being hired. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE...

Considering a Job Change?

25 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2993 Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses your basic choices when you are thinking of changing jobs. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER ...

Pray for a Tough Instructor

24 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2992 Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter uses a Rumi poem to encourage you. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big G...

Why You Shouldn’t Quit Unless You Have Something Else

23 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2991 If you can avoid doing it, try not to quit until you have another offer. Here is why . . . In 15 seconds ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNT...

There is One Career No One Talks About with Huge Upside

22 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2990 The predictions for career success and what fields to choose are very predictable. There is one field no one talks about his huge upside. What...

Giving Your Résumé to Someone

21 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2989 Jeff Altman The Big Game Hunter explains why giving your resume to someone who works for a company you want to target may not be the best way ...

The Smart Way to Turn Down a Job Offer

20 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP2988 In this video, Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains a strategy for turning down a job offer so that maybe you wind up with something bette...

The Best Time to Start Your Next Job Search

19 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2987 Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains when the best time is to start your job search. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire ...

Using a 1 Page Job Proposal

18 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2986 Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the idea of using a one-page job proposal to get attention, get interviews, and get hired. ABOUT J...

Respond to Emails and Phone Calls

17 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2985 Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter is pointed on his comments about the importance of returning calls in a timely manner. This is from my archiv...

Questions to Ask Yourself to Build a Personal Brand

16 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2984 If you want to build a personal brand (and you should) here are 5 questions to ask yourself. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hir...

Spot the Signs of a Burnout Culture and a Toxic Environment

15 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2983 No one wants to work in a toxic environment or burnout culture. Here's how to spot the signals, #shorts style. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG ...

Career Coach Office Hours from the Archives Part 2

14 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2982 On this show from 2021, I answered these questions: If I’m applying for a job where I’d be using both artistic and administrative experie...

Career Coach Office Hours From The Archives

13 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2981 In this episode of 2021, I answered these questions: When a recruiter or interviewer asks why you want to leave your job, what is the best an...

Why Is a Recruiter Contacting Me for a Job I Was Already Rejected For?

12 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2980 There's no reason to get huffy about it. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide N...

Is It OK to Tell Them You Have Other Interviews Lined Up

11 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2979 People are confused about whether to answer honestly or not. Here's what to do. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Al...

How Does a Hiring Manager Choose Between 2 People With Equivalent Backgrounds?

10 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2978 Interesting questions! There are tiebreakers people have. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter...

Recession-Proof Your Career: Embrace AI Prompt Engineering

09 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2977 One thing should be clear by now--Generative AI is going to be with us for a long time. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Je...

Recession-Proofing Your Career-- The Attitude Adjustment

08 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2976 Recession-proofing your career starts with a change in your attitude. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big ...

Does It Seem Legitimate for a Recruiter to Ask for My DOB and Last 4 Digits of My SSN?

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2975 WOW! This is a cute one! ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide No BS job search coach...

When You Give Notice Do You Have to Tell People Where You'll Be Going to Work?

06 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2974 Ah! A perplexing problem for this person. As always, my answer is No BS. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The B...

How Can I Be Honest About Why I Quit a Firm Without Bashing Them?

05 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 1973 I quit my last job because 1) I felt it was misrepresented to me 2) the job AND the culture were not good fits for me. I am applying for the s...

Should I Tell a Second Company I'm Talking to That I Have an Offer?

04 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2972 Ah! ShouldI play two firms against one another? ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provid...

How Can I Avoid Looking Bad When I Give Notice

03 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2971 A woman is afraid of looking bad when she gives notice. We can't control their response. We can present our decision well. ABOUT JEFF ALTM...

Unable to Quantify Results or Impact for Your Resume?

02 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2970 What should you do if you can't quantify your impact? Colleen Paulson offers advice about how. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER Peop...

The Easiest Way to Use Body Language to Show Self-Confidence

01 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2969 It is very easy to express self-confidence during an interview or a meeting. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, ...

I Was Rejected for a Job a Few Months Ago. Now A Recruiter Is Contacting Me About the Same Job!

31 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2968 Should they let the recruiter represent them or apply directly? ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game H...

I Received an Oral Offer But Haven't Received the Offer Letter!

30 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2967 I hate when this happens AND here is how to get them to surface. ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game ...

Why Do You Want to Work for Us?

29 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

EP 2966 A classic tough interview question! ABOUT JEFF ALTMAN, THE BIG GAME HUNTER People hire Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter to provide No BS job s...