In this empowering episode of Hilariously Unemployed, your favorite opportunity seeker, The Big Speaker, sits down with powerhouse tech executive, author, and authentic leadership champion Suezette Yasmin Robotham.

Fresh off the release of her new book Beyond Titles: Fearlessly Leading As Your Authentic Self, Suezette opens up about the unexpected layoff that collided with her book launch, the shock of suddenly becoming the person she wrote this roadmap for, and the freedom that comes with redefining success on your own terms.

Together, we dig deep into what it really means to lead with authenticity, how to rebuild your identity when the job title disappears, and why so many Black women are reevaluating corporate spaces altogether. Suezette shares insights from her two-decade career in tech and education, the values that anchor her next chapter, and how we can all cultivate careers rooted in intention instead of survival.

If you’re navigating a transition, craving clarity, or simply trying to remember who you are outside of your job, this conversation will meet you right where you are. Grab your notebook this episode comes with homework, healing, and a whole lot of truth.

Get the Book: Beyond Titles: Fearlessly Leading as Your Authentic Self : available on Amazon, Audible, Barnes & Noble, and wherever you get your reads.

Companion workbook and additional resources: suezette.com

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In this episode of Hilariously Unemployed, your favorite opportunity seeker, The Big Speaker, sits down with returning guest Jay Jones, “The Profiler,” who has made it his mission to expose the growing world of job scams and recruitment fraud.

As scammers become more sophisticated, job seekers are being targeted in new and unsettling ways. Jay breaks down how fake recruiters use emotional manipulation, false validation, and convincing digital tactics to exploit people searching for work. Together, we will explore how to recognize red flags, verify real opportunities, and protect your peace while navigating today’s unpredictable job market.

From recruiter “love bombing” to fake interviews and offer letters, this conversation reveals what’s really happening behind the scenes and how to take your power back.

If you’re currently job searching or simply want to sharpen your awareness, this episode will give you the tools and insight to stay one step ahead.

Learn More About How To Stay Safe During Your Search: The Profiler Protection Agency

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on the Hilariously Unemployed podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the show's host, production team, or affiliates. All content provided by guests is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and make independent decisions based on their own research and judgment.

In this episode of Hilariously Unemployed, your favorite opportunity seeker The Big Speaker sits down with Steve Jaffe, author, speaker, and marketing veteran who has faced four layoffs and lived to write the book about it—The Layoff Journey: From Dismissal to Discovery.

From navigating the stages of grief after job loss to finding faster, healthier ways to bounce back, Steve shares his honest experiences and the coping skills that helped him recover each time. Together, we unpack why layoffs carry so much stigma, how to break free from shame, and what it really takes to move forward with confidence.

We talk about the myths of “fault,” the emotional rollercoaster of being let go, and why nearly 40% of Americans will experience a layoff in their career.

If you’ve been laid off, know someone who has, or just want to be prepared for the unpredictable, this one is for you.

The views and opinions expressed by our guests on the Hilariously Unemployed podcast are their own and do not necessarily reflect the views or opinions of the show's host, production team, or affiliates. All content provided by guests is intended for informational and entertainment purposes only. Listeners are encouraged to form their own opinions and make independent decisions based on their own research and judgment.