What did the People & Purpose Community Talk About This Week?
A weekly roundup of insights, discussions, and stories from the People & Purpose community—keeping you connected and inspired.
The Job Search Has Changed. Here's What You Need to Know.
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If submitting online applications is still your main job search strategy, it is time to rethink.
AI tools now let candidates mass apply to hundreds of roles a day with auto-generated resumes. Employers who once received hundreds of applications per role are now receiving thousands. According t...
by People & Purpose Team —
Mar 13, 2026
Is your LinkedIn profile holding you back
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Most professionals assume recruiters read LinkedIn profiles.
In reality, recruiters search them.
When a recruiter is hiring, they are not scrolling through thousands of profiles hoping to find the right person. They are using LinkedIn’s search tools to filter candidates by specific keywords, j...
by People & Purpose Team —
Mar 05, 2026
Are you a ghost profile in your job search?
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You’re highly qualified.
So why is your LinkedIn inbox still quiet?
Here’s what most professionals do not realise.
It is not about being good at what you do.It is about being searchable.
Recruiters do not sit there reading profiles one by one, hoping to discover talent.
They search.
They open ...
by People & Purpose Team —
Feb 26, 2026
How to explain a career gap with confidence
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A career gap can feel bigger in your head than it actually is.
Many capable professionals worry that a few months, or even a year, away from work will automatically count against them. The truth is, most hiring managers are not looking for a “perfect timeline.” They are looking for clarity, ho...
by People & Purpose Team —
Feb 20, 2026
Why mindset shapes your career more than strategy
When people think about improving their career, the first instinct is often to update a CV, apply for more roles, or learn a new skill. Those actions matter, but they usually sit on top of something deeper that quietly influences every decision you make: your mindset.
Mindset isn’t about “positi...
by People & Purpose Team —
Feb 12, 2026
Networking doesn’t mean being awkward or transactional
If the word networking makes you cringe, you’re not alone.
Most of the people we work with associate networking with awkward coffee chats, forced LinkedIn messages, or feeling like they need to “sell themselves” to strangers. No wonder it feels uncomfortable. That version of networking was never...
by People & Purpose Team —
Feb 06, 2026
Why posting more on LinkedIn isn’t the answer
Before we talk about LinkedIn posting, let’s take a step back.
Because most of the frustration people feel on LinkedIn has very little to do with how often they post, and a lot to do with something else entirely.
It’s not about posting more
A lot of people come to us feeling pressure to show up ...
by People & Purpose Team —
Jan 23, 2026
Going live tomorrow: Think like a recruiter, not a candidate
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This is your last chance to join us live.
If your career has been sitting in a holding pattern and you’ve been waiting for clarity, momentum, or the “right moment” to reset your approach, this is it. We’re going live tomorrow, and once the session begins, registration will close.
Many people h...
by People & Purpose Team —
Jan 13, 2026
Save the date: A fresh way to approach your career in the new year
As we step into a new year, many people find themselves rethinking their career direction. What worked before might not feel right anymore, and the pressure to “get it right” can feel heavy.
That’s why we wanted to invite you to save the date.
On Wednesday, January 14, we’re hosting a live webin...
by People & Purpose Team —
Jan 06, 2026
Sending you warm holiday wishes
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As the year draws to a close, we wanted to take a moment to reach out and say thank you. The People & Purpose community has been filled with thoughtful conversations, honest questions, and moments of growth, and it’s been a privilege to witness and be part of that alongside you.
Whether you’ve...
by People & Purpose Team —
Dec 22, 2025
Want to think like a recruiter? Join us live
If your job search has started to feel confusing, slow, or harder than it should be, you’re not alone. The market has changed, and most people are still trying to navigate it using outdated advice.
That’s why we’re hosting a live webinar to pull back the curtain and show you how hiring actually ...
by People & Purpose Team —
Dec 18, 2025
The moment you name your non-negotiables, everything changes
One of the biggest reasons people feel stuck or unsure in their job search is not because they lack experience or ambition. It is because they are making decisions without a clear understanding of what they can and cannot compromise on.
Your non-negotiables are the foundation of a confident care...
by People & Purpose Team —
Dec 12, 2025