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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 22h

For the four weeks ending Oct. 11, 2025, the NER pulse shows that private employers added an average of 14,250 jobs per week. www.adpresearch.com/meeting-the-...

Meeting the moment: ADP's new weekly labor-market pulse - ADP Research

A lot can happen in a month, especially in an economy as complex as ours. Starting today, ADP will publish a weekly tracker of private-sector U.S. employment. As the economy undergoes long-term…

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 1d

Put Plan B into Action careersherpa.net/put-plan-b-i...

Put Plan B into Action

Your Plan B job search is a fresh strategy for when your job search feels stuck. Plan B is about using short-term opportunities to help you regain energy, income, and clarity.

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 3d

What To Do When You Get Laid Off From Work: A Full Guide careersherpa.net/what-to-do-w...

What To Do When You Get Laid Off From Work: A Full Guide

Figuring out what to do when you get laid off from work can be a challenge. This guide breaks down every step you should take.

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 5d

What if you didn't need to weed through LinkedIn to find the best job search advice (no clickbait articles)?

I've rounded up important topics in yesterday's newsletter.
career-essentials.beehiiv.com/p/4-smart-wa...

4 Smart Ways to Use AI to Prepare for Your Next Interview

PLUS: How to overcome ageism, what to look for when evaluating company culture, resume tips to showcase you are a real human, interview strategy you need, a new AI chat tool, and more!

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Jan Tegze @jantegze.com · 6d

How To Job Search While Still Employed

Learn how to job search while employed, protect your privacy, manage recruiters, and handle your manager’s reaction with confidence and professionalism.

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How To Job Search While Still Employed

Learn how to job search while employed, protect your privacy, manage recruiters, and handle your manager’s reaction with confidence and professionalism.

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 5d

Your Next Career Move Starts Long Before You Make It
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by @adriennetom.bsky.social

Your Next Career Move Starts Long Before You Make It

Everyone Wants Results in January — Few Prepare in October.

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 9d

9 MORE FAQs That Will Transform Job Scam Prevention Today markanthonydyson.substack.com/p/9-more-faq...

9 MORE FAQs That Will Transform Job Scam Prevention Today

I am adding more to the list of frequently asked questions (FAQs) I published a couple of weeks ago.

markanthonydyson.substack.com

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 10d

Nearly 1 in 4 U.S. Workers Took No Vacation Days (PTO Statistics 2025) - FlexJobs

www.flexjobs.com

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 10d

Past colleagues
People who work inside companies you are interested in
Alumni
Industry experts careersherpa.net/networking-i...

Networking is a Waste of Time- Or Is It?

Networking is a waste of time...that's what many job seekers think. But networking is the key to landing your next job and the best career insurance policy!

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 11d

The best networkers aren’t asking for jobs. They’re asking for AIR

Advice (career advancement, job search, career changes)
Information (companies, industry trends, news)
Recommendations (associations, skills, people to meet)

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 11d

RT @GreatResume: Job Seekers... Change the language you are using in your job search and SHIFT who is holding the cards.

"I'd be grateful for an interview" → "I'm interested in exploring how we might collaborate"

"I'm seeking opportunities" → "I'm selectively considering new ventures"

Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 15d

How to Spot Someone on a Power Trip www.franksonnenbergonline.com/blog/how-to-...

How to Spot Someone on a Power Trip

Learn the 25 signs of a power-hungry person. Recognize the signs that someone is driven more by control than by genuine leadership.

www.franksonnenbergonline.com

Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 16d

Why did pay growth slow for job switchers?

However, for job-changers, those workers who changed employers in the past year, we saw a different pattern. Year-over-year pay growth slowed to 6.6 percent in September from 7.1 percent in August.
www.adpresearch.com/jobs-and-dat...

Jobs and data: Here’s where the two meet - ADP Research

We had a rare event last week. On jobs Friday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released no data because of the government shutdown. With no news, market watchers and the media had time on their hands,…

www.adpresearch.com

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 16d

Are teams getting bigger? - ADP Research
Just because prominent leaders of large tech companies plan to cut managerial staffing ratios, that doesn’t mean all companies will. www.adpresearch.com/are-teams-ge...

Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 17d

U.S.-based working professionals and HR enthusiasts: Help University of Münster, Germany, explore what your social media profiles reveal about your professional identity. 👉 Support their research, earn $50 (PayPal). Just follow this link: bit.ly/m/cybervet

Who Are YOU online? - Landing Page

U.S. participants wanted: Help hiring research and earn $50.

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Jan Tegze @jantegze.com · 19d

Why Readability Can Make or Break Your Job Search

Recruiters skim, not read. Clear, readable LinkedIn profiles build trust, show confidence, and help you get noticed faster in global hiring searches.

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Why Readability Can Make or Break Your Job Search

Recruiters skim, not read. Clear, readable LinkedIn profiles build trust, show confidence, and help you get noticed faster in global hiring searches.

newsletter.jobsearch.guide

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Jen Hubley Luckwaldt @jenlucky.bsky.social · 18d

How to Job Search When You're Over Job Searching
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How to Job Search When You're Over Job Searching

It’s rough out there for job seekers right now. Here's how to keep going and take care of yourself in the process.

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 23d

Should You Post a “Hire Me” Video During Your Job Hunt? - Cosmopolitan www.cosmopolitan.com/career/a6881...

Should You Post a “Hire Me” Video During Your Job Hunt?

We asked some recruitment professionals if begging for employment on main is worth it.

www.cosmopolitan.com

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 23d

These 8 LinkedIn Moves Will Dramatically Boost Someone's Influence by Susan Lucas www.inc.com/suzanne-luca...

These 8 LinkedIn Moves Will Dramatically Boost Someone's Influence

Helping others rise on LinkedIn doesn’t take much time. These small actions can dramatically boost your friends’ influence. And being kind helps you out as well.You can give colleagues, friends and…

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 25d

Career paths aren’t linear, and organisations shapeshift. We’re living longer, allowing for multiple reinventions. Herminia Ibarra www.telegraph.co.uk/education-an...

Is a midlife career change right for you? Discover the secrets to success

Don't let fear hold you back. Learn how to successfully navigate a midlife career transition

www.telegraph.co.uk

Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 29d

Private employers shed 32,000 jobs in September
(looks like this is hurting the Small to Med biz)
adpemploymentreport.com

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Mark Anthony Dyson @markanthonydyson.bsky.social · 29d

Bad actors know no boundaries when it comes to impersonation and fraud. This week's "The Job Scam Report" podcast episode features stories from three career services professionals whose robust online presence was spoofed by impersonators.

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Jen Hubley Luckwaldt @jenlucky.bsky.social · Sep 29

Whether you're between jobs or just struggling with the price of everything, side gigs can help you make ends meet. Here's where to find legit gigs. (Big thanks to @careersherpa.bsky.social for her insight!)

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How to Find a (Legit) Side Gig

Ask any long-time freelancer: the cure for economic anxiety is adding to your bank balance. Side gigs can help you build your savings, even during tough times.

thejobhopper.substack.com

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · 29d

Bridge Jobs: How to Find a “Just for Now” Job - The Job Hopper open.substack.com/pub/thejobho...

Bridge Jobs: How to Find a “Just for Now” Job

Not every job needs to be your dream job.

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Hannah Morgan @careersherpa.bsky.social · Sep 29

Too much change (and not executed well) is a recipe for disaster. Lots of data in this post by HR Dive

Employees say they can’t absorb all the changes leaders expect to make

A majority of business leaders said AI will play a major role in changes facing their organization, and 1 in 4 view it as the most difficult change to execute.

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