Guests this week: Would you ever consider buying Google adwords to attract the attention of an MD or perhaps using social media to get a personalised message in front of your dream agency? Well, these are just some of the lengths successful ad execs have gone to in order to land themselves a great job in advertising. So, Michelle Greenhalgh, head of graduate recruitment at Saatchi and Saatchi, joins us to discuss whether anything less would make an impact and also share some secrets from her own steps into the sector.
News review: Facebook and Twitter addicts are costing employers billions yet, a survey has found recruiters need to get more social media savvy — could job-seeking grads turn a balance between the two into an advantage? Plus, why graduates should not to be afraid of showing entrepreneurial spirit, and is it time to step away from the career ladder?
Dear Julian: After a few weeks away, creative director at Bauer, Julian Linley, returns to the podcast with some advice for netbug who is frustrated by CV liars...
Jobs top 10: We're clearly feeling rather dramatic on the Careers desk as Harriet has devised a theatrical themed jobs top 10, including a part-time theatre manager role for RADA and a literary associate post for Headlong Theatre.
For more information, to apply or to find something completely different go to jobs.guardian.co.uk.
Q&As coming up:
Mon 9 Aug — Mobile technology/app development
Tues 10 — How do I become a radiographer?
Weds 11 — Women in the housing industry
Thurs 12 — What is it like to be a music producer?
Don't forget, if you'd like to be our resident graduate and join us in the studio to talk about your job seeking and career goals — email careers@guardian.co.uk
