379 | The Hidden Job Market

In this week's episode, Brad and Jonathan welcome back Bradley Rice and Anita from Talent Stacker to discuss the hidden job market and how you can break into it! Many consider the best path to a successful career getting an education, claiming a certification or degree, and working your way up the corporate ladder. But what if there could be an alternative? Utilizing your current skills, developing some new skills, and successfully networking could be your key to unlocking the hidden job market and leveling up your career! Listen along to learn how Bradley and Anita took this path less traveled and see if it can be applicable to your life and career! Bradley Rice and Anita Website: Talent Stacker Podcast: The Salesforce for Everyone Podcast Timestamps 1:29 - Introduction 4:06 - Unorthodox Choices, Radical Results 13:52 - No Degree Needed and Developing Skills 23:35 - Overcoming Traditional Objections 29:04 - Finding Communities 32:03 - Personal Branding 37:22 - The Hidden Job Market 43:30 - Volunteer Experience and Interviews 55:10 - Compounding The Positives 59:10 - The Salesforce For Everyone Podcast 66:15 - Conclusion Resources Mentioned In Today’s Conversation From Pandemic Layoff to $100k+ | A Salesforce Success Story | ChooseFI Ep 297 Making The Case For Part Time With Bradley Rice | ChooseFI Ep 117 Negotiate Your Salary With Tori Dunlap | ChooseFI Ep 147 Check Out The FI Weekly! The Role Of Bonds In A Portfolio | ChooseFI Ep 194 Are You as Diversified as You Think You Are? With Frank Vasquez | ChooseFI EP 313 Talent Stacker If You Want To Support ChooseFI: Earn $1,000 in cashback with ChooseFI's 3-card credit card strategy Share FI by sending a friend ChooseFI: Your Blueprint to Financial Independence Track your personal finances with Personal Capital Compare, buy, and save big on insurance with Policygenius Keep learning or start a new sidehustle with one of our educational courses Slash your cellphone bill without sacrificing service with Mint Mobile