Tanya Zarling graduated from Portland State University in June 2018, and embarked on a two month job search before she was hired. During her search, Tanya applied to over 40…
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Why You Can’t Find A Job in a “Hot Job Market”
Portland’s job market is “hot.” Unemployment has been hovering between 3% and 4% for over a year. New businesses are moving to the city, and many existing industries are growing…
Setting Clear Career Goals, with Becca McCulloch
Podcast Summary: It can be discouraging to face dead ends and disappointment during your job search but knowing your skill set and setting clear career goals can take you all the way from defeat to your dream job. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Becca McCulloch and...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, BONUS Episode: Setting Clear Career Goals, with Becca McCulloch Airdate: November 12, 2018 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, find the career you want, and make a difference in life. I’m Mac Prichard, founder and...
Staying Resilient and Bouncing Back from Rejection: Karrisa Barrera’s Job Search Success Story
…story. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? I am a marketing professional in the tech field. I recently started working at the local Portland…
How to Nail Your First Impression, with Merryn Roberts-Huntley
Podcast Summary: It is critical to make a great first impression when job hunting. As soon as you walk in the door, you are being judged on your looks, speech, and behavior. However, being on your best behavior is only one aspect of making a great first impression. You also...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 163: How to Nail Your First Impression, with Merryn Roberts-Huntley Airdate: October 31, 2018 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a difference in life. I’m your host,...
Keep Hustling To Find A New Job: Alfredo Moreno’s Job Search Success Story
…career? Who do you work for? I’m the community relations manager at Portland Community College’s Rock Creek campus in Washington County. How long did it take you to find this…
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Overcoming Your Job Search Fears To Find Better Opportunities: Gary Rubin’s Job Search Story
…period of unemployment, you’ll relate to Gary Rubin‘s job search journey. Gary decided to make a career change after 12 years working at one of Portland’s largest marketing firms, and…
How to Find a Job in Portland: 8 Steps to a Meaningful Career
…new people move to Portland every day of the year. With a huge influx of new residents, job seekers have to compete with thousands of new Portland residents, plus remote…
Hire Local College Grads: Contact Info for University Career Centers in Oregon and SW Washington
…Oregon (Forest Grove, OR) 503-352-2877 careerdc@pacificu.edu Portland Community College (Portland, OR) 971-722-7769 Portland State University (Portland, OR) Contact: Greg Flores, Associate Director of Career Services gflores@pdx.edu 503-725-4971 Reed College (Portland,…
Finding Persistence and Embracing the Journey – Travis Puckett’s Job Search Story
…to Land a Tech Job in Portland.” There was a panel of experts and one panelist stuck out for me, Grace Andrews. She said that she had never worked in…
Highlighting Your Skills to Land the Perfect Job, with Drake MacFarlane
Podcast Summary: When you’re a recent college graduate, it can feel daunting to have to find a job with no previous experience in your field. The good news is, all you need to find a great job are: a good network, special skills that set you apart, and knowing how...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode: Highlighting Your Skills to Land the Perfect Job, with Drake MacFarlane Airdate: October 8, 2018 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, find the career you want, and make a difference in life. I’m...
In-Depth Research and Concentrated Networking: Aaron Cohen’s Job Search Success Story
Aaron Cohen spent months starting conversations with his network, conducting in-depth research and customizing his cover letter, in order to find the right position for him in Portland’s busy tech…
Tips for Hiring Smarter in the Pacific Northwest
…as well as the home to Fortune 500 companies such as Amazon and Nike, Portland is drawing talented people and businesses—which means competition for the best talent is skyrocketing. More…
Find The Opportunities That Are Right For You: Alex Konopka’s Job Search Success Story
…do you work for? I am the Manager of Vegetation Management for Portland General Electric. Our departments are responsible for all things vegetation at our utility. The (3) groups that…
Making the Big Leap Into a New Industry: Michelle Brence’s Job Search Success Story
…I had an amazing team of reporters covering government, from Portland City Hall to Oregon’s congressional delegation. I loved the sense of mission, the adrenaline and the camaraderie of smart,…
How to Find Out if a Company’s Culture is Right for You, with Dorianne St Fleur
Podcast Summary: In order to find a job where you will thrive, it’s essential to determine if the company’s work culture is the right fit for you. Do you thrive in structured work environments or do you need to work remotely? During the interview process, ask tactical, specific questions about...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 155: How to Find Out if a Company’s Culture is Right For You, with Dorianne St. Fleur Airdate: September 5, 2018 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make...
How To Leverage Your Experience as an Over-50 Job Seeker
…developed skills—facilitating teams, anticipating and solving problems, assuming responsibility, resolving conflict—and how they are invaluable to the job in question. A great resource for translating relevant proficiencies is Portland State…
5 Simple Ways To Streamline Your Hiring Process
Anyone who has ever directed a hiring process knows it can be time-consuming. Add to that the cost of a bad hire, and the process of rehiring and retraining a…
Reaching New Heights by Challenging Yourself: Heather Back’s Job Search Story
…role at Metro, supporting the four visitor venues — the Oregon Zoo, Oregon Convention Center, Portland Expo Center and Portland’5 Centers for the Arts. Previously, I worked with destination marketing…
The Power of Your Network to Drive New Career Directions, with Mariana Lindsay
Podcast Summary: Job searching can feel difficult if you’re approaching it alone. One way to go farther in your job search is to team up with friends, coworkers, and mentors to lighten the load, get their advice, and make your job search journey more bearable. On this bonus episode of the Find...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, BONUS Episode 06: The Power of Your Network to Drive New Career Directions, with Mariana Lindsay Airdate: August 13, 2018 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, find the career you want, and make a difference...
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Ready to reach the Mac’s List community of professional-level job seekers in Portland and beyond? Let’s talk about your organization’s hiring needs and find a solution that will fit your…
The Top Marketing Events and Networking Organizations in Portland
…Portland marketing scene. Entrepreneurs’ Organization Portland Technology Association of Oregon The Nonprofit Association of Oregon Young Nonprofit Professionals Network PRSA Oregon AIGA ComNetPDX Can’t-Miss Portland Marketing Events Creative Mornings Start…
Volunteer Smarter: A Strategic Approach to Volunteering That Helps You Find a Job
…time commitment involved. If you’re in the Portland area, start with Hands On Greater Portland. Network with fellow volunteers. Look for places that let you informally interview before committing. Having…
Build Your Network Strategically, with Sara Holtz
Podcast Summary: Building a network is essential to finding a career in today’s competitive online job market. Today, the Mac’s List team explores how to build your network strategically with guest expert Sara Holtz on the “Find Your Dream Job” podcast. Find out how to develop a strategy for expanding...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 150: How to Build Your Network Strategically, with Sara Holtz Airdate: August 1, 2018 Mac Prichard: Hi, this is Mac of Mac’s List. Find Your Dream Job is presented by Mac’s List, an online community where you can find free resources for your...
How to Read Between the Lines of a Job Posting, with Justin Dux
Podcast Summary: You might think that every job posting is a list of facts about the position. But taking a cursory read of the job posting is a mistake, according to career expert Justin Dux. On this episode of the Find Your Dream Job podcast, we learn why you need...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 151: How to Read Between the Lines of a Job Posting, with Justin Dux Airdate: August 8, 2018 Mac Prichard: Hi, this is Mac of Mac’s List. Find Your Dream Job is presented by Mac’s List, an online community where you can find...
Applying Strategically for New Positions: Fiona Gwozdz’s Job Search Story
…super supportive family. My mom sent me a copy of Mac’s “Land Your Dream Job in Portland (And Beyond)” book and I literally used it every step of the way….
How to Stand Out as an Intern, with Kirk Baumann
Podcast Summary: If you’re looking for a new job opportunity, you may be weighing out the possibility of taking an internship. But you shouldn’t underestimate the value of internships. Internships can unlock new opportunities, forge new relationships, and create lifelong connections. Find out how to stand out as an intern...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 149: How to Stand Out as an Intern, with Kirk Baumann Airdate: July 25, 2018 Mac Prichard: Hi, this is Mac of Mac’s List. Find Your Dream Job is presented by Mac’s List, an online community where you can find free resources for...
Capitalizing on Creativity to Stand Out: Miles Shattuck’s Job Search Story
…up my last few classes at Portland State, but I didn’t hit it hard until January; I started at OEN on May 15, 2018. How did you find your job?…
How to Follow Your Calling in Your Career, with Lisa Zigarmi
Podcast Summary: If you’re feeling disconnected from your career, it may be because you’re not following your calling. This week’s guest expert Lisa Zigarmi says following your calling is key to unlocking a successful, rewarding, and happier career. Find out how to identify your calling and and how it can...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 148 How to Follow Your Calling in Your Career, with Lisa Zigarmi Airdate: July 18, 2018 Mac Prichard: Hi, this is Mac of Mac’s List. Find Your Dream Job is presented by Mac’s List, an online community where you can find free resources...