Episodes

“Tell me about yourself?” Job seekers are asked this at almost every interview they are participating in. It’s also one of those questions where job seekers tend to get nervous about. Listen to a conversation that discusses what’s behind the question and tips on how to answer it. This podcast is with a human resources manager who gives advice on how to answer and why interviewers who ask this question are not experienced in interviewing. Our guest also talks in depth about how an interview is an opportunity to tell the interviewer about their knowledge, skills and abilities. Take aways: 1.     When answering the question – tell me about yourself – don’t go into your life history. 2.     Ask the interviewer how they got their job. 3.     Have a list of questions prepared to ask the interviewer. 4.     Make sure the interviewer is selling the company, not just the role. 5.     Remember that an interview is a two-way conversation

Jeff Dean has a story to tell about being a seasoned professional who found himself in job search through no fault of his own. In this episode, you will hear ways to navigate through the waters of being labeled "over qualified" which is a euphemism for age bias to using your skills and persistence to find a better quality of life. Take Aways: - Participate (not just join) job seeker groups - Networking is key, and more productive than ever before - Use time wisely and consider volunteering ...

It's 2024 and time to set goals! This year, I thought I'd talk about setting career related goals. So for the next five weeks, I'll discuss the following career goals: 1. Establish Processes* 2. Be Intentional 3. Focus on Closing Skill Gaps 4. Develop a Growth Mindset 5. Use Labor Market Data to Inform your Job Search *Reference: Atomic Habits, Tiny Changes Remarkable Results; Author - James Clear