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Job Trends and Advice with Recruiter Nicole Magats

February 04, 2025 • College of DuPage Career Services • Season 8 • Episode 64

In today’s episode, Michelle interviews Nicole Magats, Talent Acquisition Partner at TransChicago and Director of Marketing & Social Media at HRA of Greater Oak Brook, about current job trends. Nicole talks about changes in hiring and the job market this Spring, the impact of AI, why employers may ghost applicants, as well as how to stand out during the job search process. Mari starts the episode by answering a listener question about if a degree is needed to be successful.

Topic #1 (Resources):

Mari starts the episode by answering a listener question: Do I need a degree to be successful?

Topic #2 (Main Topic):

Michelle interviews Nicole Magats, Talent Acquisition Partner at TransChicago and Director of Marketing & Social Media at HRA of Greater Oak Brook. Nicole shares information about the current job market, the impact of AI, and tips for job seekers.

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