Agile Unemployment: Normalizing the Way We Talk About Being Out of Work
It shouldn’t be awkward and uncomfortable to talk about being unemployed. Given that sooner or later most of us will experience being out of work, shouldn’t we start to have normal and healthy conversations about being unemployed? Agile Unemployment podcast host, employment expert, and author, Sabina Sulat creates a safe place to talk about all things unemployment. In each episode, Sabina will cover everything you need to know to not only survive, but thrive through being out of work.
Episodes
📝 Episode Summary
In this 30-minute episode of Agile Unemployment, we expose the harsh reality behind the so-called “Big Beautiful Tax Bill” and its devastating impact on unemployed and job-insecure Americans. We break down $30 billion in SNAP cuts and $180 billion in Medicare reductions, unpack how these changes will affect real people and local economies—and offer actionable steps you can take right now.
The bottom line? These ...
Hosted by Sabina Sulat Agile Unemployment Podcast
🙋♀️ Feeling like you're behind in your job search? Wondering why that application from three weeks ago hasn’t gone anywhere? You’re not alone—and you’re definitely not failing.
In this episode, Sabina Sulat takes a hard look at one of the biggest silent stressors in unemployment:...
Recharging Your Motivation Battery: Why Powering Through Doesn't Work and What to Do Instead
EPISODE: "Rebuilding Motivation When Your Job Search Feels Impossible" SHOW NOTES:
In this episode of Agile Unemployment, host Sabina Sulat explores practical strategies for rebuilding motivation during prolonged job searches. She shares evidence-based approaches to overcoming job search fatigue,...
Welcome to today's episode of "Rethinking Job Search." The job market is broken, and fixing it isn't just one person's responsibility. When job seekers spend 6 months searching, most online applications go nowhere, and qualified candidates abandon complicated processes, it's clear we need change. Today, we're discussing wh...
Today's episode tackles the critical issue of job search diversification. 📊 Our data shows that relying on just one job search method significantly extends unemployment duration. #JobSearchStrategy
Key Insights:The single-method approach is silentl...
- Job market reality check: Unemployment is low and new jobs are being added to the economy, despite some negative narratives #JobMarketTruth
🎧 AGILE UNEMPLOYMENT PODCAST Episode Notes: "Revamp Your Job Search Strategy: The Problem Isn't the Market, It Isn't You, It's What You Are Doing" 📊 EPISODE OVERVIEW
In this episode, Sabina Sulat addresses the pressing question that emerges in almost every coaching call: "Is it just a bad market, or is my approach the problem?" With fresh employment data and practical strategies, S...
- The "perfect candidate" is largely a fiction created by unrealistic job descriptions and hiring expectations
- Most successful hires have 60-70% o...
Title: Underemployment: The Hidden Career Trap You Need to Avoid
Host: Sabina Sulat
Duration: 32 minutes
Release Date: March 25, 2024
Episode Description 📝In today's raw and honest episode, we explore the role of anger in the unemployment journey - how to acknowledge it, process it healthily, and ultimately channel it into productive action. Our conversation offers both emotional validation and practical coping strategies. #AngerManagement #CareerTransition
Key MomentsEpisode Description:
🚨 Federal employees—this one’s for you. Whether you've been impacted by recent job cuts, are feeling uncertain in your current role, or are just starting to explore what’s next, this episode of Agile Unemployment will help you navigate the journey from public service to private sector success.
💼 I’ve made this transition myself, and I ...
🚨 Federal employees, facing uncertainty in your job?
Feeling overwhelmed by potential layoffs, budget cuts, or reorgs?
You’re not alone, and you are not powerless. In this episode, I’m giving you practical, immediate steps to regain control, rethink your options, and take charge of your career—w...
📝 Episode Summary:
In this episode of Agile Unemployment, Sabina helps listeners prevent fear from being the obstacle in their unemployment to being a valuable motivational hack by teaching you how to reframe that fear into a tool for growth and action. By the end of this episode, you’ll feel empowered to take control...
In this episode, Sabina Sulat dives into key trends that are reshaping the way we work and look for work. From hybrid models to AI and skills-based hiring, the workplace is transforming faster than ever. Here’s what to expect and how to adapt:
🔑 Key Predictions for 2025-
Hybrid Work Becomes the Norm 🌐
- Flexible work models will be standard.
- Fully remote roles might decline slightly as organizations seek balance.
- New tec...
🎙️ Agile Unemployment Podcast: Reflecting on 2024 & Looking Ahead 🎙️
As we step into 2025, it’s the perfect time to reflect on the incredible journey we’ve been on together. In this episode, I take a deep dive into:
🔄 A Look Back at 2024
- Key milestones for Agile Unemployment and the community we’ve built.
- The biggest trends I’ve seen in unemployment and job searching throughout the year.
- Insights into ho...
🎙️ Podcast Notes: Agile Unemployment 🎧
In this episode, I sit down with the delightful and knowledgeable Lotus Buckner, author of The Joy of HR: Elevating HR's Role as a Trusted Partner. 🌟
What We Cover:✅ The Real Role of HR in Separations and Hiring: Spoiler Alert: HR doesn’t have as much power as you think. Lotus and I pull back the curtain on HR’s involvement in these decisions and where the real power lies...
In this episode of Agile Unemployment, we tackle the powerful and often overwhelming "Shame Monster" 🐉 that creeps into our lives when we’re out of work. Shame can block the path to a brighter future, but the good news is—you have the power to fight back! 💪✨
🧠 Key Takeaways: Understanding Shame and Its Impact- What is Shame?
- Shame is a deeply personal feeling of inadequacy that grows in the shadows of unemployment.
- It o...
Join me, Sabina Sulat, on the latest episode of the Agile Unemployment Podcast as we close out the year with reflections, updates, and actionable career advice. Whether you're job-seeking, transitioning, or simply planning your next career move, this episode is for YOU! 💼💡
What You’ll Learn in This Episode🌟 Reflections:
- Key questions to ask yourself:
- What will you do differently in your next job?
- How can you hold your...
🎧 In this week’s episode, I’m diving into exciting updates, answering your burning questions, and helping take the mystery and anxiety out of unemployment.
What’s Inside This Episode?
🔹 A sneak peek at my first-ever live LinkedIn Q&A happening this Thursday. I’ll share how to join, what you can expect, and why you won’t want to miss it!
🔹 Details on the upcoming 21-Day Job Search Challenge launching this December—desig...
🎙️ Episode Overview: Navigating Today’s Job Market with Julie Winkle Giulioni 🎙️
In this insightful episode of Agile Unemployment, Sabina Sulat sits down with the esteemed author and HR expert Julie Winkle Giulioni. Recognized among INC's Top 100 Speakers and celebrated for her work in professional development, Julie brings a wealth of knowledge and practical advice to help job seekers excel in a rapidly changing market. Having t...
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