Reinventing Traditional Hiring Systems for Mid-Career Professionals With John Tarnoff

John Tarnoff is an Executive and Mid-career Transition Coach at Mid-Career Lab, where he helps mid-career professionals land more fulfilling jobs and build sustainable and meaningful careers. After spending 35 years as a field producer in the entertainment industry, John reinvented his career at age 50 to build a global coaching practice. He is a Designing Your Life Certified Coach, a Thrive Global Certified Executive Coach, and the author of Boomer Reinvention.

Here’s a glimpse of what you’ll learn:

[0:50] John Tarnoff’s transition from the entertainment industry to coaching

[3:19] How traditional hiring systems have evolved

[8:27] The ultimate recruiting system for mid-career professionals

[16:07] John dismantles limiting beliefs around hiring mid-career professionals

[20:39] How mid-career professionals can position themselves to hiring managers

In this episode:

Since the digital revolution, the job market has become volatile, making it difficult for mid-career professionals to transition to new roles or industries. How can these professionals position themselves in front of hiring managers, and how can companies reinvent their hiring processes to accommodate these individuals?

Having transitioned from a field producer to a career coach, John Tarnoff has developed a system for hiring and recruiting that dismantles ageist constructs. He advises both individuals and hiring managers to build a network of professional relationships to bypass traditional hiring processes and identify top talent. Managers should also focus on candidates’ future goals rather than their past performances to provide them with adequate career development. For mid-career professionals, identifying your purpose and positioning yourself as a thought leader allows you to land qualified and meaningful positions.

Tune in to the latest episode of Systems Simplified as Adi Klevit chats with John Tarnoff, the Executive and Mid-career Transition Coach at Mid-Career Lab, about career development for older professionals. John talks about the evolution of traditional hiring systems, the limiting beliefs around hiring mid-career professionals, and the importance of adaptability and resilience in today’s job market.

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Quotable Moments:

"The way entertainment has always been is the way the rest of the economy has developed since the digital revolution."
"You want to develop a pipeline of relationships that will bring the talent to your awareness."
"You need an army of people who believe in what you do."
"Competing through collaboration grows the market and gives the opportunity to engage with your product."
"Your ability to cultivate a renaissance person aspect to your character is really important."

Action Steps:

Develop strong professional relationships and networks: Networking bypasses traditional hiring processes, creating a more efficient path to talent and opportunities.
Identify your "superpower" — the core strengths and capabilities that set you apart: Understanding this helps clarify your unique value proposition, whether you're hiring talent or seeking employment.
Consider future-focused evaluations instead of past performance: This helps you identify candidates who will thrive in new challenges, not just those who have succeeded in the past.
Cultivate resilience, resourcefulness, and adaptability: These traits are essential for navigating a volatile job market and sustaining a business during tough times.
Establish a personal brand and thought leadership: This not only enhances your reputation but also attracts like-minded talent and investors to your business.

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