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Do you know it’s time to look for a new job but you keep putting it off? Maybe it seems overwhelming or you don’t know where to begin. The way to beat job search procrastination is to figure out exactly what you’re avoiding. Find Your Dream Job guest...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 322: How to Beat Procrastination in Your Job Search, with Ursina Teuscher Airdate: November 17, 2021 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...
…and speak with hiring managers. Our local icon, Rick Turoczy, maintains an incredibly robust Slack group for the Portland Startup community, and the Out in Tech team has a vibrant…
…about attracting the best candidates for your organization. During the recent Strategic Management Conference, Mac’s List partnered with the Portland Human Resources Management Association to share a pre-recorded webinar that…
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Every job seeker knows the importance of networking. However, just talking to a lot of random people isn’t the way to find your dream job. What you need is a strategy for intentional networking. Find Your Dream Job guest Justin Chin says that begins with reaching out to...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 319: Why You Need to Network Intentionally, with Justin Chin Airdate: October 27, 2021 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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The wage gap between men and women is well-known, but did you know that women also approach their job search very differently than their male counterparts? Women are more cautious, more hesitant to share their strengths, and generally ask for less money. Find Your Dream Job guest Jennifer...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 317: How Job Search Is Different for Women, with Jennifer Kass Airdate: October 13, 2021 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...
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You’ve received an offer for your dream job, but the salary isn’t quite what you had hoped it would be. How do you negotiate the salary with confidence? Find Your Dream Job guest Kate Dixon says you need to be prepared to ask for what you need. Share...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 316: How to Negotiate Your Salary with Confidence, with Kate Dixon Airdate: October 6, 2021 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...
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Networking is a valuable skill to take into a job search, but only if you go into it with the understanding that not everyone you spend time with will have a job to offer you. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Alex Dolan and I...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 45: Networking During COVID-19: Alex’s Dolan’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: October 4, 2021 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...
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Maybe you’ve been thinking about making a career change for a while now but you don’t know where to begin. Taking action toward a new career doesn’t have to be overwhelming, says Find Your Dream Job guest Julie Sliga. Julie recommends starting with research, both of your fears...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 315: How to Get Unstuck When Making a Career Change, with Julie Sliga Airdate: September 29, 2021 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. ...
…found 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…
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We often hear about the importance of authenticity in the workplace. But how can you show your authentic self at work if you haven’t shown it during the application and interview process? Do you want a job that forces you to be one person at work and another...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 44: Bringing Your Authentic Self To Work: Meghan Prichard’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: September 13, 2021 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...
…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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Are you trying to transition to a new position or field? If so, you need to go into the process with a definite strategy in place in order to get a new, better, fantastic job, says Find Your Dream Job guest Peter Paskill. Peter says that starts with...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 311: The 10 Truths of Job Transition, with Peter Paskill Airdate: September 1, 2021 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,...
…Portland Underground Graduate School (PUGS), but that is a story for a different day. But who do I work for? I work for myself and my community, in joyful service…
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We all know that networking is a crucial piece of the job seeker’s puzzle. However, networking alone won’t get you a great job. You have to be strategic in who you’re talking to and where you spend your time. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job,...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 43 Equity Through Education: Joseph Hernandez’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: August 2, 2021 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...
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If you’d love a job where you feel seen and understood, where the culture is positive and you feel fulfilled, you want an inclusive workplace. And one that isn’t inclusive in name only. How do you find that type of company? You begin with self-reflection, says Find Your...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 304: How to Find an Inclusive Workplace, with Victor Cato Airdate: July 14, 2021 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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Too many people think that job boards are the magic ticket to their dream position. Yes, job boards serve a purpose, but only when they are used strategically. Instead of applying to every job you qualify for, it’s worth it to first take some time to figure out...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 42: Setting Clear Priorities and Knowing Your Purpose: Jennifer Eskridge’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: July 12, 2021 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a difference...
…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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One of the challenges of a job search is finding a position that represents your values and concerns. How can you be proactive about finding a job where you can make a difference? You begin with a personal mission statement, says Find Your Dream Job guest Greg Flores....
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 301: How to Write Your Personal Mission Statement, with Greg Flores Airdate: June 23, 2021 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...
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Your job listing is your first impression. Make sure it inspires candidates to take action with these 10 data-driven tips! 60% of candidates start their search by looking at job listings online. Does your listing strategy convert quality applicants? Download Job Listings That Convert and get 10 data-driven tips to...
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Life is unpredictable, and sometimes that includes long-term absences from the workforce but a long-term absence doesn’t have to hold you back. How do you explain an absence to a hiring manager? You start by addressing the issue upfront, according to Find Your Dream Job guest Sonal Bahl....
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 300: How to Deal with Long-Term Unemployment, with Sonal Bahl Airdate: June 16, 2021 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,...
…to working in support of the community. Who do you work for? I currently work for Portland City Commissioner Carmen Rubio. How did you find your job? I met Commissioner…
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We often talk about the difficulties of finding your next job, but what if you get an offer fairly quickly that just isn’t a good fit? There is no rule that says you have to accept the first offer you receive. It’s crucial that you do your research...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 41: Jumping Out of Your Comfort Zone: Kelly Anderson’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: June 7, 2021 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...
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As a job seeker, it’s your responsibility to know what skills and abilities you have that set you apart from other applicants. Figuring out what makes you unique isn’t difficult, according to Find Your Dream Job guest Kay Kirkman. It begins with making a list of what you’re...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 297: How to Identify Your Unique Skills and Talents, with Kay Kirkman Airdate: May 26, 2021 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...
…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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Layoffs are discouraging in the best of times, but when you lose your job during a global pandemic, finding a new one can be nearly overwhelming. How do you find the perfect position when many companies aren’t hiring? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Blair...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 40: Moving Forward After a Layoff: Blair Denniberg’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: May 3, 2021 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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If you send in the same generic resume to every position you apply for, you’re likely to be passed over more often than not. What can you do to make your resume unforgettable? Find Your Dream Job guest Derek Murphy-Johnson has several suggestions, beginning with using the keywords...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 291: Resume Hacks That Impress HR Directors, with Derek Murphy-Johnson Airdate: April 14, 2021 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,...
…helped the most? Set up networking meetings I moved to Portland from out of state last March, literally on the day Oregon went into lockdown. My wife and I had…
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Do you pay close attention to the actual words you use in an interview? We all say, “um” sometimes, but does it really matter? If you feel nervous when meeting with a hiring manager, you might use fillers, disclaimers, or hedge words. According to Find Your Dream Job...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 290: Words to Use and Lose in Your Next Job Interview, with Tracy Hooper Airdate: April 7, 2021 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...
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If the statistics are true, recruiters and hiring managers spend less than 5 minutes looking at each resume they receive; even less if it doesn’t grab their attention immediately. In order to get past the first round of screening, Find Your Dream Job guest Agnes Zach says you...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 288: How Employers Choose Finalists for Interviews, with Agnes Zach Airdate: March 24, 2021 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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Some fields are naturally more difficult to get into, and require more than a professional resume or great cover letter. There are jobs that can’t be won without experience in the field. But how can you get that experience before you get the job you want? On this...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 38 : Hannah Fattor Discovering New Career Paths: Hannah Fattor’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: March 1 , 2021 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a...