Job Seekers Radio

Show Notes You got the interview. You wrote the thank you note. You followed up with an email. You called the recruiter. What's next?  Scott and Andrew talk about the Do's and Don'ts of following up for interviews and networking. Don't miss these Topics: The power of empathy. Golden and Platinum Rule Refining your approach to following up When do you give up Thinking outside the box of HR recruiter Positive and effective ways to followup well  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:00 Job-seekers radio Andrew, and I'm Scott this production is meant to provide you meaningful support to find great careers faster. Whether you're working or not today on job seekers radio. We're talking about follow up. How much is too much and win. Can we cross that line to where we become an annoying pestering fool, right? Rather than an exceptionally qualified. Awesome candidate exactly follow up as one of my favorite, topics. I've said many times you may have hear

Show Notes how long is it  going to take, really? This is a very common question. Both Scott and Andrew have heard this question frequently. The variety of asking can influence the way in which it is answered. Don't miss these Topics: What qualities determine how long it will take to find a job? The Level of The Role you Are Seeking. The higher the role, the longer it will take. Activities Use To Find Work: Effective job search as measured by conversions to interviews. Supply and Demand In Your Marketplace. Economics 101 - high demand and low supply generates faster placement. Asking Better Questions of Yourself. Crafting a better ask, will generate a better answer.  Resources (including affiliate links) 4-Part Series on the Anatomy of a Networking ConversationJSR 015: The Set-Up JSR 016: The Icebreaker JSR 017: The Question and AnswerJSR 018: The Ask  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:01 Aw. Welcome to job seekers radio. I'm Andrew, and I'm Scot

Show Notes You work so hard to get the interview, why botch it? Take some time to learn the pitfalls to avoid so you dominate the interview with offers. Join Scott and Andrew as we share the top mistakes. 9 Mistakes To Avoid When Interviewing Not Doing Any Research on the Company and Position Not Preparing for the Common Interview Questions Assuming you are "Good Enough" Not Having Any Questions to Ask the Hiring Team Not Knowing Anyone Inside Forgetting To Follow-Up Lack of Self-Awareness related to Skills-Employer Match Relying Too Heavily on Nervousness Not Checking your Appearance Resources (including affiliate links) 013 Never Heard Anything After The Interview010 Interviewing with Confidence003 Branding, Interviewing and Online Applications [Hot Mic]  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:01 Aw. Welcome to job seekers radio. I'm Andrew, and I'm Scott this production is meant to provide you meaningful support defiant. Great careers fas

Show Notes Networking can present some new and unique situations, especially if you are looking for work. Andrew and Scott discuss the biggest mistakes to avoid when networking for jobs. 7 Mistakes To Avoid Talking About Yourself Non-Stop Not Asking Questions Not Talking About Yourself At All Not Asking For Referrals Introducing Your Resume Not Following Up Demanding Employment Resources (including affiliate links)  4-Part Series on the Anatomy of a Networking ConversationJSR 015: The Set-Up JSR 016: The Icebreaker JSR 017: The Question and AnswerJSR 018: The Ask  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:01 Jobseeker's radio. I'm Andrew, and I'm Scott this production is meant to provide you meaningful support to find great careers faster. Whether you're working or not today job seekers radio we talk about mistakes to avoid win networking, right? The first thing that I tell people is something I have done. In fact, I I want to preface this that all

Show Notes You can ask us questions!  Use the Contact button above or leave your questions in the comments below. Don't miss these Topics: Is it a bad idea to quit a job over an abusive boss? by XNekoGhostX Would an employer rather see continuous long term employment in one position, or shorter positions (6-12 months) in various positions IF it was showing professional growth? by mrsabf Can I leave some jobs off my resume? by NumerousImprovements 18 and ready to graduate high school. Curious if what I want to do is a viable option? by The_pomade_prince I'm 24 and was just passed up for a significant promotion. I don't feel like there is much left for me at this company, what do I do? by Metesheriff Resources (including affiliate links) Mike Rowe Works FoundationSimon Sinek TED Talk: How Leaders Inspire Action (Golden Circle)  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:00 ? This is a production man to provide meaningful support to find great careers fast

Show Notes Being in a position of desperation can be difficult. Having ways to cope with and manage it effectively is the topic of this episode. Join Scott and Andrew as they discuss real world tactics to deal with desperation. Don't miss these Topics: Where desperation comes from Benefits of a Gap Job Taking Stock of Your Fears Where are you really and how bad is it? Ideas around making progress when there might be little hope Positioning your skills and strengths enthusiastically Resources (including affiliate links) 4-Part Series on the Anatomy of a Networking ConversationJSR 015: The Set-Up JSR 016: The Icebreaker JSR 017: The Question and AnswerJSR 018: The Ask  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:01 Welcome to job seekers radio. I'm Andrew, and I'm Scott this production is meant to provide you meaningful support to find great careers faster. Whether you're working or not today on job seekers radio were talking about how to network when y

Show Notes Advanced planning after College requires a proactive approach. Thinking about your future is not wasted time for anyone. Scott and Andrew discuss some ideas and techniques you can utilize now to make a difference in your career future. Don't miss these Topics: Whenever your education ends, prepare for it now. Employment Types during and after college to consider. Building an online presence. Activities that will lead in your desired career path Ways to identify target companies and industries  What should I do with LinkedIn? How should I approach the people I want to network with?  Resources (including affiliate links) 4-Part Series on the Anatomy of a Networking ConversationJSR 015: The Set-Up JSR 016: The IcebreakerJSR 017: The Question and Answer JSR 018: The Ask  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:04 Welcome to job seekers radio. I'm Andrew, and I'm Scott this production is meant to provide you meaningful support to find grea

Show Notes Networking is the #1 way to find great new career opportunities quickly. Success in networking can be traced to your ability to communicate. Using the Branding Statement to position yourself. Listen now to hear tips and techniques. Don't miss these Topics: Consideration in making career choices to seek something better Giving you permission to pursue your passion Defining what your passion looks like especially for college graduates Strategies to picking your options Ideas around getting out in front of your post-graduation plans Heightening your awareness of what makes you happy Career experimentation and leaning into collecting experiences Why making mistakes shouldn't get you down or stop you Move past the opinion of ONE person while looking for exceptions to the rule How to relate with or combine hobby, money and work Choosing between doing something and doing nothing Listening to your gut (in a good way) Change perspective change your world Resources (including aff

Show Notes Attending a networking support group isn't always convenient or meeting your needs. Scott and Andrew discuss the finer points on creating your own group. Listen to the podcast that makes a different in your career acceleration by establishing your own job club. Don't miss these Topics: Overcoming thoughts of inadequacy Finding the right location Time investments and scheduling Group member identification and personality Structure, format, agenda, and expectations Being an effective meeting moderator Recruiting leadership and assigning meeting tasks to others Foster an environment that is similar to your personality  Promotion and advertising made easy Qualities of successful groups Resources (including affiliate links) 033 Finding a Job Seekers Group  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:06 Hey world. It's Andrew in this episode of job seekers radio. We give you some pointers. Some tips on how to start manage and promote your

Show Notes Networking is the #1 way to find great new career opportunities. Getting your feet wet can be easy with a job seekers networking group. They go by many names, but with a common goal of connecting and facilitating. Andrew and Scott share experiences with you on how and where to find networking groups for career seeking professionals.. Don't miss these Topics: How to Stay Resilient Networking as a never-ending-activity Common places that have networking resources. Community colleges, Alumni groups, and University career resources. Library and Public meeting places. Professional associations Outplacement, career/job coaches, and headhunters. Local newspaper/classifieds Local business magazine Chamber of Commerce Resources (including affiliate links) What Color is Your Parachute Unemployment Insurance Benefits Department of Labor Eventbrite Meetup Business Journal  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript 00:00:00 - 00:05:00 Welcome to job seekers ra

Show Notes It's not uncommon in your career that you consider quitting your job. Scott and Andrew discuss ideas on how you can do so with consideration.  Don't miss these Topics: Pros and Cons or Make A Diagnosis Evaluating your motivation Identifying your support mechanisms Making decisions and weighing the possible outcomes Planning your escape to something better Managing your current situation Maintaining your reputation through a transition Tactics to develop understanding of your situation Coping with feelings and emotions you are experiencing  CLICK HERE to Rate and Review on iTunes Raw and Unedited Transcript  View TranscriptToday we help you decide when is it time to quit your job that is it the question. that comes out to everyone at some point in their career at multiple points. certainly do the response changes based on creating this podcast were in a really tight labor market where people can leave have an extra cake. really a diagnosis that I think we are people talking about

Show Notes Many times in your life you might have taken jobs for different reasons. Occasionally, you will take a job that is just there for the money when you just have to have source of income.  Scott and Andrew discuss the Art of Underemployment with a focus on Survival Jobs. Don't miss these Topics: What is a survival job. What kind of stepping stone is this - and be honest. How much of the truth you might share with employers How to find and choose the right survival job Identifying remote work alternatives Value of networking to find survival jobs The role of motivation in your decisions to take work How to look at the idea of survival job Resources (including affiliate links) FlexJobs Indeed CareerBuilder Monster Craigslist NextDoor Facebook  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View TranscriptWe’re talking about how to leverage and under employed situation to your advantage we always start these kinds of conversations talking about motivation what is motivating you t

Show Notes You the listener takes over the podcast. This is our 2nd episode where we take and answer your specific questions.  Don't miss these Topics: I'm a college senior, how can I find my passion and where do I begin? How do you handle privacy for job search online? Is it cool to apply to a job that I don't want just to get the interview practice? I have a boss that made promises for advancement but won't pull the trigger, what should I do? Resources (including affiliate links) What Color is Your Parachute  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript Today or jobseekers radio we answer your questions. We really enjoyed getting questions from you we feel like were engaging with you in ways that we can. Just buy broadcasting as you are listening to our podcast and you are going to the job seekers radio.com to find out more or to leave feedback. We want you to ask more questions because this is probably the favorite activity that we have and it gives you an opportunity to

Show Notes Have you ever heard or said: I just can't seem to find anyone to meet? Or, I don't really know anyone in my professional area? Or I just don't know anyone? Today Andrew and Scott uncover some ideas about how to network when you just don't know anyone at all. Don't miss these Topics: Change Begins at the End of the Comfort Zone Choices and Decisions to Make Change Management: Why, Value, Build Desire Title Targets Request for Help: Trusted People in your Circle Value of Scripting and Templates Dealing with the Nerves Psyche-UP versus Psyche-OUT Maintaining Staying Power Challenging your Assumptions and Presumptions Gamification versus Gaming Resources (including affiliate links) JSR 004: Shorten your Job Search with a Wingman4-Part Series on the Anatomy of a Networking ConversationJSR 015: The Set-Up JSR 016: The IcebreakerJSR 017: The Question and Answer JSR 018: The Ask   iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View TranscriptSo often we start out especially i

Show Notes Andrew and Scott have been displaced a combined 9 times in their careers. We share ideas about processing and coping with a recent job loss from a layoff. Don't miss these Topics: How to process after a surprise layoff. Processing the grief. Approaching the mental and emotional processing. The power of time and how to manage it. Seeking helpful coping mechanisms. Where to find support organizations. Strategies for doing networking when the layoff is "fresh" Things I wish someone had told me when I was laid off Resources (including affiliate links) The power of vulnerability | Brené Brown JSR 002 Networking Conversations For Job Search Success 4-Part Series on the Anatomy of a Networking ConversationJSR 015: The Set-Up JSR 016: The IcebreakerJSR 017: The Question and Answer JSR 018: The Ask  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript I were talking about what do you do when you get laid off and how to approach that process and getting started you know h

Show Notes Bias does exist in the job market. How it presents itself can be more unknown than obvious. The bigger question is what to do when you feel discriminated, or victimized by ageism.  Don't miss these Topics: Self-Talk and Mindset. How to position your experience. Networking for "Seasoned" workers Addressing feelings of being overqualified. Branding  your wisdom. The Importance of Value, Reputation, and Relationships. Resources (including affiliate links) 025 Looking for Work After a Long Break 005 Coping with Job Loss [mindset]  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View Transcript Today and job seekers radio we’re talking about seasoned workers – those that have lost their way professionally and found themselves feeling… I'm out dated No one will hire me I'm too experienced I'm a Dinosaur I can’t find a job must be my age They didn't hire me because I'm too old, and it’s discrimination – ageism You’ve been “ageisted” How do you feel about that Scott? I’ve

Show Notes Finding a job after a break, whether from raising a family, a medical issue, to care for a family member, or any other reason can have it's unique issues. Launching your search with confidence is the topic of this episode Scott and Andrew provide insights on how to approach situations where you have not been working for awhile. Don't miss these Topics: Mindset of Strength Personal decisions and what to share Maintaining positive self-talk How to make a recovery and remain resilient Structuring the resume Gaps and how to handle them Networking conversation topics Overcoming the "pigeon hole" Resources (including affiliate links) 4-Part Series on the Anatomy of a Networking ConversationJSR 015: The Set-Up JSR 016: The IcebreakerJSR 017: The Question and Answer JSR 018: The Ask  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited Transcript  View TranscriptToday on job seekers radio we’re talking about launching a job search after a long break I use air quotes of course because there's a lot o

Show Notes Most everyone searching for work has a LinkedIn profile. What happens when you have a LinkedIn profile but you never used it? Don't ignore the value of leveraging Facebook if you don't have a LinkedIn presence. Scott and Andrew share some ideas about how to leverage your current Facebook friends list and the resources on the platform you likely weren't aware of! Don't miss these Topics: Using Facebook for networking Searching for opportunities and people Following company pages Finding job postings Comments and news Social platform triangulation What mindset and approach you need for networking Resources (including affiliate links) 4-Part Series on the Anatomy of a Networking ConversationJSR 015: The Set-Up JSR 016: The IcebreakerJSR 017: The Question and Answer JSR 018: The Ask Facebook Job Posting Platform  iTunes: Rate and Review Anatomy of a Networking Conversation

Show Notes Getting stale in your job and not knowing which way to turn is something we all face. Moving from where you are to where you want to be is the topic of this episode.  Scott and Andrew discuss ideas about how you can map your future career and improve your position inside your current company, maybe even getting promoted. Don't miss these Topics: Where did the mojo go  Where am I going? Is this the right place for me? Transition is an opportunity to look at fresh direction. First job out of college, the honeymoon is over, what's next? Who is responsible for my career succession planning Ways to break out of the daily grind of your job How to Handle Change  What goes into a Career Plan Look inside or look outside Value of networking and coaching What to do about organizational politics  Resources (including affiliate links) StrengthsFinder 2.0StandOut 2.0What Color is Your Parachute  iTunes: Rate and Review

Show Notes Getting into a rhythm with your LinkedIn interactions requires some deliberate actions. In this episode Andrew and Scott talk about a handful of things that can make all the difference in building your presence on LinkedIn Covering the Top 6 Activities that are Must-Do, leave your comments below. Don't miss these Topics: Make Connections With New People Say Something Intelligent To Demonstrate Competence Send Messages to Schedule Meetings Make Introductions for Your Connections Give Thanks and Genuine Compliments Update a Section of your Profile  Resources (including affiliate links) LinkedIn Kudos for Mobile  iTunes: Rate and Review Anatomy of a Networking Conversation Get your Free E-Book and Companion Audio Now Email