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In the world of job seekers, strategy might seem like the last thing you need. After all, you’ll do just about anything to get your next job, right? But a dialed-in strategy is exactly what you need, says Find Your Dream Job guest Amy Santee. Without it, you’re...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 418: Why You Need a Job Search Strategy (and How to Do It), with Amy Santee Airdate: September 27, 2023 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a...
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If you walk into an interview planning to share “just the facts,” you’ll be quickly forgotten. Stories are what grab our attention and stick in our memory. How do you share stories with a potential employer? Find Your Dream Job guest Elizabeth Bachman says it takes research and...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 417: How to Use Stories in Your Job Search, with Elizabeth Bachman Airdate: September 20, 2023 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...
…careers in Portland, and we want to share these stories with you to inspire you in your job search and to help us all better understand the local job market!…
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You’ve got the offer. You’re ready to start your new job. But before you accept, you must have all the relevant information to make an informed decision. How do you get this information? You ask the right questions, says Find Your Dream Job guest Gaby Rosenada Valdes. These...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 414: Questions You Must Ask Before Accepting a Job Offer, with Gaby Rosenada Valdes Airdate: August 30, 2023 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...
…unique path. We love to hear how our readers have found rewarding careers in Portland, and we want to share these stories with you to inspire you in your job…
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Many people think that salary is the only thing you need to negotiate in the midst of a job offer. But salary alone isn’t a guarantee of success in your career. If you’re a woman or a BIPOC, you need to understand the company’s promotion path, says Find...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 409: Think About More than Money When Negotiating a Job Offer, with Elizabeth Robillard Airdate: July 26, 2023 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...
…Portland, Oregon. How long did it take you to find this job? In February 2022, after consulting for about 15 months, I once again considered the idea of seeking a…
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You’ve got a job offer, and the salary is more than you expected. You can’t wait to accept. Hold on a sec, says Find Your Dream Job guest Crystal Granger. You need to ask for 24-72 hours to think about it. Crystal says every employer expects you to...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 406: Tips and Tricks for Responding to a Salary Offer, with Crystal Granger Airdate: July 5, 2023 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....
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Why should you pay attention to the job market if you aren’t looking for a new job? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Bridget Bimrose shares why she continued to network and look at job boards while happy in her career. Bridget says she wasn’t...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 66: Staying Open and Curious: Bridget Bimrose’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: July 3, 2023 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...
…to its stunning scenery, Oregon boasts a robust and thriving job market. With tech startups in Portland, sustainable agriculture in the Willamette Valley, craft brewing in Bend and world-class wineries…
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You’ve had a bad day at work, and so you go home, jump on the Mac’s List job board, and start sending in as many applications as you can. Why isn’t this a good idea? Because this tactic will never get you the job you actually desire, says...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 405: Why You Need to Stop Sending Out Angry Applications, with Brandi Oldham Airdate: June 28, 2023 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....
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Statistics show that more jobs are gained through referrals than in any other way. How do you ensure that your network will refer you for positions that would be a good fit for you? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Natalie Roger shares how keeping...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 65: Taking a Proactive Approach: Natalie Roger’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: June 5, 2023 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...
…in Portland, Oregon. In my role, I am responsible for developing and implementing comprehensive marketing and communication strategies for various groups in the admissions process. This involves overseeing the creation…
…inspire and empower others who are on their own unique path. We love to hear how our readers have found rewarding careers in Portland, and we want to share these…
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One way to stand out above other applicants is by telling a compelling story- your career story. But research shows that only 35% of applicants write a cover letter. Find Your Dream Job guest Scott Clyburn says you need to use that cover letter to create a “greatest...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 395: How to Tell Your Career Story in Your Job Application, with Scott Clyburn Airdate: April 19, 2023 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...
…unique path. We love to hear how our readers have found rewarding careers in Portland, and we want to share these stories with you to inspire you in your job…
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Should you wait until you need a new job to explore openings? Absolutely not, according to Shelby Danzer, our guest on this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job. Shelby found her current position by maintaining a list of companies she’d be interested in working at and regularly...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 62: Keep an Eye on Your Dream Organization: Shelby Danzer’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: March 6, 2023 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a difference...
…individual story can inspire and empower others who are on their own unique path. We love to hear how our readers have found rewarding careers in Portland, and we want…
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We all know the importance of having a well-built LinkedIn page. But did you know that recruiters use LinkedIn to reach out to people who haven’t applied for jobs, but who seem to be a great fit for a position they’re looking to fill? On this bonus episode...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 61: Leveraging LinkedIn: Jesse Friedman’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: February 6, 2023 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,...
…Grady Britton, a values-based, full-service branding agency in Portland. How long did it take you to find this job? It took a year after I was laid off from my…
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Ageism is alive and thriving, and the COVID-19 pandemic has only made it stronger. If you’re an older worker looking for your next job, Find Your Dream Job guest Scott Jacobs says you must increase your self-confidence before your next interview. Scott shares how to present your experience...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 381: How Older Workers Can Project Confidence in A Job Search, with Scott Jacobs Airdate: January 11, 2023 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...
…different, but each individual story can inspire and empower others who are on their own unique path. We love to hear how our readers have found rewarding careers in Portland,…
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Too often, job seekers work to secure a position without thinking about how they will be treated within the company structure. If equity is important to you, Find Your Dream Job guest Mark Kajitani says you can do pertinent research to find out how the employer handles DEI...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 380: How to Know Where a Company Is in Its Equity Journey, with Mark Kajitani Airdate: January 4, 2023 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a difference...
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Have you ever been ghosted by an employer after an interview? Perhaps you’ve even spent hours providing work samples, only to never hear a word back. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Kellie Gordon shares how ghosting and rejection impacted her job search. Kellie also...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 60: Managing Expectations: Kellie Gordon’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: January 3, 2023 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,...
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As a person of color, you face unique challenges during a job search. How do you overcome those challenges to find your dream job? Begin by knowing what elements matter most to you, says Find Your Dream Job guest María Granados. Ask about initiatives the company sponsors and...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 378: Navigating a Job Search as a Person of Color, with María Granados Airdate: December 14, 2022 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. ...
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It might seem like changing jobs is the only way to get what you want out of your career. But what if staying in your current position could be more profitable? It can, according to Find Your Dream Job guest Bethany Mills. Bethany says there are many reasons...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 377: Top Reasons to Stay in Your Current Job, with Bethany Mills Airdate: December 7, 2022 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...
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Preparation should be your number one priority when searching for your next job. But how do you prepare well for a job search? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Jessica Ventura shares how she prepared for the interview process by gathering specific questions for her...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 59: Creating a Meaningful Life: Jessica Ventura’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: December 5, 2022 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...
…rewarding careers in Portland, and we want to share these stories with you to inspire you in your job search and to help us all better understand the local job…
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If you aren’t clear about what you want in a job, you may find yourself unhappy and unfulfilled at work. If you’re unsure how to state your wants and needs in an interview, Find Your Dream Job guest Leah Gagliano says to begin with your core values. Talk...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 376: Why You Should Say What You Want in a Job Interview, with Leah Gagliano Airdate: November 30, 2022 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a difference...
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Government jobs are plentiful, but there are fewer candidates than ever before. If you’ve wondered if you should apply for your local government, Find Your Dream Job guest Anna Morgan says the answer is yes. Working for your local government is a fantastic way to get involved in...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 375: Why You Should Get a Local Government Job and How to Do It, with Anna Morgan Airdate: November 23, 2022 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make...