The Straight Shooter Recruiter

Emily Durham
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Emily Durham is here to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond. From careers to confidence, longtime recruiter, career coach and content creator, Emily, has your back. No filter. No fluff. Featured in The Financial Post, BBC News, The Globe and Mail, Bay Street Bull and more.

  1. 4D AGO

    Future-Proof Your Career: Erin Chapple (Microsoft VP) on AI, Hiring & What’s Next

    Links: https://www.linkedin.com/learning/paths/career-essentials-in-generative-ai-by-microsoft-and-linkedin In this episode, I sit down with Erin Chapple, Corporate Vice President at Microsoft, for a wide-ranging conversation on what it really takes to build a lasting career in today’s ever-changing world of work. From leadership and mindset to navigating change and staying relevant, Erin shares her perspective on what separates those who grow from those who get left behind. Whether you're just starting out or leveling up, this is the kind of advice you wish you learned earlier. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money.

    23 min

  2. JUL 6

    My boss treats me like his therapist (WWED)

    So your boss or co-worker always seems to be overstepping boundaries. They are emotionally needy, talking to you all the time and even a bit inappropriate. What do you!? Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

    12 min

  3. JUN 29

    What they really mean by "we are looking for someone with more experience" (they're lying btw)

    CONTEST RULES: seekyoursounds.com/contests You’ve been praised for being “so easy to work with.” You always say yes, stay late, and smooth things over. But here’s the hard truth: being too nice at work isn’t a compliment — it’s a career killer. In this episode, we’re talking about how to stop being the office pushover and start being the right kind of mean — the kind that protects your time, commands respect, and still keeps your integrity intact. Let’s fix it. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

    11 min

  4. JUN 26

    How to ACTUALLY use LinkedIn & why EVERYONE is posting cringey stuff

    CONTEST RULES: seekyoursounds.com/contests Everyone is using LinkedIn to OVERSHARE... and I am over it. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

    11 min

  5. JUN 22

    My Boyfriend Got Wasted at My Work Event… Help

    Contest Details: seekyoursounds.com/contests When your boyfriend turns your work party into his personal frat house, what do you do next? In this juicy listener write-in, we’re unpacking one woman’s dilemma after her partner got blackout drunk at her professional event and totally embarrassed her in front of her boss. From emotional fallout to professional reputation, we’re breaking down how to recover, whether to forgive, and how to set boundaries that protect both your job and your peace. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

    12 min

  6. JUN 18

    You're too nice and it's ruining your career (how to be the right kind of mean at work)

    CONTEST RULES: seekyoursounds.com/contests You’ve been praised for being “so easy to work with.” You always say yes, stay late, and smooth things over. But here’s the hard truth: being too nice at work isn’t a compliment — it’s a career killer. In this episode, we’re talking about how to stop being the office pushover and start being the right kind of mean — the kind that protects your time, commands respect, and still keeps your integrity intact. Let’s fix it. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

    11 min

  7. JUN 11

    From Layoff to Career Takeoff: Thriving After Job Loss with Gillian Berner

    Let's talk lay offs with my dear friend, Gillian! Gillian is a writer, content director, and the host/producer of Teach Me How To Adult, a top 1% podcast on everything you never learned growing up, from career and finances, to dating and mental health. With over a decade of experience in media, Gillian’s passion for storytelling has taken her from roles at Canada’s biggest magazines and film companies, to her current focus on innovation in the mental health and personal development space. Tune in to her weekly podcast for expert interviews and relatable advice here: https://open.spotify.com/show/6i8jUYMfbOmKnzeyhS9NWY?si=65106aeaf21149fa https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/nervous-system-reset-healing-trauma-anxiety-physical/id1502634691?i=1000708437104 https://www.youtube.com/@teachmehowtoadultpodcast instagram.com/teachmehowtoadultmedia/ Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

    36 min

  8. JUN 8

    Paige DeSorbo’s Career Moves You Missed — and Should Steal

    You’ve seen Paige DeSorbo serve looks — but did you catch the strategy? In this episode, we’re breaking down the subtle, smart career moves behind Paige’s rise from reality TV cast member to media personality, podcast host, and brand in her own right. From mastering the soft launch to building a personal brand that actually converts, here are the lessons you missed — and exactly how to apply them to your own career. Welcome back to The Straight Shooter Recruiter Podcast hosted (and produced) by Emily Durham... we love a one woman show. Emily Durham is currently writing in third-person and is a seasoned Recruitment Expert and Career Coach who has been featured in BBC, Forbes, Financial Times and more. With an audience of over 3 million people on her social media platforms, Emily's goal is to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond with raw and unfiltered advice on all things careers, confidence and money. Think of her as your internet hype woman. You can hang out with Emily every Sunday and Wednesday for her iconic combination of gab sessions. On Sundays we have short, sweet education-forward episodes to start your week off right. On Wednesday, we need a little something to get over the mid-week-slump with exclusive What Would Emily Do episodes that answer your questions directly. Want your question answered? Send me your written question or send me a voicemail. https://linktr.ee/emilydurham

    12 min
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Emily Durham is here to help you thrive in your 9 to 5 and beyond. From careers to confidence, longtime recruiter, career coach and content creator, Emily, has your back. No filter. No fluff. Featured in The Financial Post, BBC News, The Globe and Mail, Bay Street Bull and more.

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  • Creator
    Emily Durham
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    203
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright Emily Durham
  • Show Website
    The Straight Shooter Recruiter

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