In this podcast episode Charles presents a unique approach to job searching by outsourcing various tasks to optimize your time and effort. He discusses the challenges of the current job market, especially with biotech layoffs, and offers practical steps to outsource tasks like finding job adverts and identifying hiring managers. Learn about resources like Upwork, Fiverr, and ChatGPT to streamline your job search.

This episode is helpful for anyone looking to improve the quantity and quality of their job applications in a tough market.

Here's what you're in for:

01:35 Current Job Market Challenges

03:43 Common Job Search Mistakes

06:55 Outsourcing Your Job Search: An Overview

08:55 Practical Steps for Outsourcing

11:02 Advanced Outsourcing Techniques

12:48 Building a Proactive Job Search Strategy

14:25 Leveraging Technology and Tools

20:23 Creating a Comprehensive Outsourcing Plan

23:47 Cost and Resources for Outsourcing

25:30 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

About Charles

Charles Spence leads Discera, a leading recruitment firm specializing in the biopharma industry.

He graduated with a biomedical degree, has worked in hospitals (including translation work in Seoul, South Korea), and also spent years doing diabetes research. After doing research and travel, a career in business and science felt the most appropriate.

In 2023, Charles decided to launch his firm - Discera Search. A firm committed to solving the biggest talent needs of early clinical stage SME biotechs on the East Coast and DACH.

Connect with Charles:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/charles-spence-clinical/

Website: https://www.discera-search.com/