It's Career New Year: what you NEED to do before December

We are 4 months away from year end! This is what you need to do RIGHT NOW in order to make sure you get promoted and paid in early 2026. The party starts now!

Send me your questions: https://linktr.ee/emilydurham How am I feeling about contract work, right now. Is it safe? Is it a good idea to take a contract job? Let's crack on into it!

Work shouldn’t cost you your peace of mind. In this episode, I get real about the everyday struggles of mental health at work—from stress that follows you home to the Sunday Scaries you can’t shake. This isn’t corporate jargon or an HR seminar, it’s an honest rant about what it actually feels like to juggle deadlines, toxic coworkers, and the constant pressure to “do more.” I’ll share the simple, practical strategies I use to protect my sanity on the job: setting boundaries, finding small resets during the day, and handling those moments when your brain just won’t cooperate. If you’ve ever felt burnt out, anxious, or stuck in a cycle of overthinking at work, this episode is for you. 👉 Expect: A real talk rant on why work messes with our mental health Relatable stories (and some laughs) about stress at work Actionable tips to cope with anxiety, burnout, and pressure

First impressions (unfortunately) count very much. Here's how to hack your way into a good one. Think labour market updates are dry and confusing? Not here. This is your no-fluff, easy-to-digest breakdown of what’s actually happening in the job market right now — and what it means for you. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

Think labour market updates are dry and confusing? Not here. This is your no-fluff, easy-to-digest breakdown of what’s actually happening in the job market right now — and what it means for you. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

Feeling like everyone’s ahead of you? In this episode, I answer a listener who’s newly single, just got laid off, and feels like they’re falling behind in life. We talk comparison traps, career setbacks, and why your timeline doesn’t need to look like anyone else’s. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurha

Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

Links: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/paths/career-essentials-in-generative-ai-by-microsoft-and-linkedin In this episode, I sit down with Erin Chapple, Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, for a wide-ranging conversation on what it really takes to build a lasting career in today’s ever-changing world of work. From leadership and mindset to navigating change and staying relevant, Erin shares her perspective on what separates those who grow from those who get left behind. Whether you're just starting out or leveling up, this is the kind of advice you wish you learned earlier. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money.