Adam Karpiak

Adam Karpiak has been recruiting and advising jobseekers since 2003, giving him a front-row seat to how hiring actually works. Known for his direct, practical perspective on recruiting, resumes, and the job search, Adam has built his work around honest advice for both companies and candidates. His commentary has been featured by Bloomberg News, Business Insider, LinkedIn, CNNMoney, and other outlets, and he’s a frequent speaker on hiring and workplace trends.

#208 - The Flight Risk Problem

Will you actually stay...

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#207 - Success Sells

Why outcomes need context...

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#206 - Mailbag!

I'm answering your questions...

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#205 - Recency Bias

What makes you a “safe” hire in the eyes of a recruiter...

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#204 - Your Job Search Isn’t a Checklist

The pieces of your job search have to support each other...

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#203 - Applying Works. No, Really.

People still get hired from online applications...

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#202 - Getting Interviews But No Offers?

Give them a reason to hire you...

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#201 - Stop Treating Every Application the Same

Some jobs deserve more of your time than others...

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#200 - Honest Career Guidance

College students need more of it...

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#199 - Following Up After Applying

It can help, but checking in won’t...

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