Good to have you here, Geist Collective.
Let’s kick things off with something simple—but powerful.

In Today’s Edition:

⚡ Quick Insight: Spotting patterns before others do

🎯 Career Move: How one sentence can shift your reputation

📰 Career News: Updates shaping careers right now

📚 Book of the Week: A genuinely helpful read

🧰 Tool to Try: Streamline and organise your job search

💬 Your Turn: I want your input (yes, really!)

Ready? Let's dive in.

Quick Hit: Pattern Recognition > Hustle

Successful people aren’t necessarily working longer hours, they just recognise patterns quicker than everyone else.

This week, try noticing:

• What topics keep popping up at work?

• Which tasks repeatedly drain your energy?

Seeing these patterns first helps you make smarter choices faster, without the overtime.

Career Move: A Sentence that Shifts Perceptions

If you want others to see you as strategic rather than just helpful, next time you discuss a task or challenge, use this simple phrase:

It subtly positions you as someone who solves problems proactively. It's professional magic, without the rabbit.

Career News

Global Trade Tensions Impact Job Markets

The potential escalation of trade wars, particularly involving proposed U.S. tariffs, poses risks to global economies. Such developments could influence employment rates and job security worldwide, underscoring the importance of staying informed about international trade policies. Source

Future of Jobs Report 2025 Highlights Emerging Skills
The World Economic Forum's Future of Jobs Report 2025 predicts the creation of 170 million new jobs globally by 2030, driven by technological advancements, the green transition, and demographic shifts. Skills such as AI, big data, cybersecurity, creative thinking, and environmental stewardship are expected to be in high demand. Although this is from January 2025, it's still highly relevant for you to be aware of. Source

Global Job Market Cooling
Hiring activity has slowed globally in early 2025, with job postings declining from post-pandemic peaks. Companies are increasingly adopting skills-first hiring approaches, prioritizing proven abilities over formal qualifications. This shift reflects a more selective hiring environment as employers regain leverage in recruitment. Source

Book of the Week: "Thinking, Fast and Slow" by Daniel Kahneman

If you've ever wondered why you sometimes make strange decisions under pressure (or even without pressure), this book explains exactly why and what you can do about it.

👉 Check it out here (Affiliate link)

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Tool of the Week: Huntr

Managing multiple job applications can be overwhelming. Huntr simplifies this by offering a centralised hub to track applications, deadlines, and communications, ensuring you stay organised and focused.​

Key Features:

• Application Tracking: Monitor the status of each application, from submission to interview stages.​

• Resume and Cover Letter Management: Store and customise documents for different job applications.​

• Task Reminders: Set reminders for follow-ups and deadlines to keep your job search on schedule.​

• Notes and Contacts: Keep detailed notes on companies and maintain a contact list of recruiters and networking connections.​

👉 Explore Huntr (I am not affiliated with them and do not earn when you sign up)

Note: While Huntr offers a free version with robust features, they also provide premium plans with additional functionalities.

Your Turn

I'd genuinely love to hear from you:

• What did you like in this issue?

• What didn’t hit the mark?

• What's a career topic you're struggling with right now?

Reply to this email and let me know. Brutally honest feedback encouraged. I promise, I’ll take it better than your manager takes feedback from you.

Action Steps

• ✅ Test out the "career move" this week.

• 🔄 Forward this newsletter to a friend who’s stuck in a career rut.

• 📬 Hit reply and chat with me.

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You opened this because you’re serious.

Now take one step forward—implement just one thing today.

Cheers,
Sven Bunkus
Editor-in-Chief, Careergeist