In the latest episode of Tech Wrecked, we welcome Kailey Trussel, a user experience (UX) researcher with a diverse background in UX design and research.
Kailey shares her journey into the tech industry, starting from her transition from academic research to working in startups. She discusses her experiences with job hunting, including the challenges of navigating the current job market, the impact of layoffs, and the creative strategies she has employed, such as her viral 'super hireable' LinkedIn post.
We talk shop on the job market dynamics, the importance of storytelling and personal branding in job searches, and the systemic issues facing job seekers today.
1:18 Kaylee's Professional Background in UX
03:06 Transitioning into Tech
08:36 The Viral LinkedIn Post: Super Hireable
18:25 Navigating the Job Market
22:54 Navigating Job Search Priorities
24:27 The Importance of Values Alignment
25:49 The Power of Visual Cover Letters
31:27 Challenges in the Modern Job Market
34:49 The Impact of Employer Investment
38:40 Future of Job Seeking and Education
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