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Fostering New Connections To Grow Your Career, with Elizabeth Mead

Podcast Summary: Networking is crucial, not only when you’re looking for a new job, but even before you find your first one. Your college professors can be a great resource for networking with leaders in your chosen field of study. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Elizabeth...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode: Fostering New Connections To Grow Your Career, with Liz Mead Airdate: July 8, 2019 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 your...

How to Find Your Career Purpose, with Erin Thomas

Podcast Summary: Figuring out the next step on your career journey takes energy and focus. If your strategy so far has been to apply everywhere and see what happens, getting clear on your purpose has powerful benefits. Find Your Dream Job guest Erin Thomas says you need to know exactly...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 197: How to Find Your Career Purpose, with Erin Thomas Airdate: June 26, 2019 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,...

Finding Your Career Champions, with Lora Poepping

Podcast Summary: You know that you need to ask for help when looking for a job. But what do you do when the people you reach out to don’t respond? How can you get people to vouch for your credentials and become your career champions? Find Your Dream Job guest...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 189: Finding Your Career Champions, with Lora Poepping Airdate: May 1, 2019 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, Mac Prichard....

Networking Tips for New College Graduates, with Shawn Lipton

Podcast Summary: New college graduates often struggle with networking. They may feel that they have nothing to offer or that they’re wasting time with informational interviews. But good networking leads to career success. Find Your Dream Job guest Shawn Lipton says that the best networkers have a methodical approach to...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 185: Networking Tips for New Graduates, with Shawn Lipton Airdate: April 4, 2019 Mac Prichard: Today’s show is brought to you by the City of Portland, Oregon. The city that works. The City of Portland is hiring today and posts new jobs every...

Back to Work Strategies for Stay-at-Home Parents, with Stephanie Smith

Podcast Summary: If you are preparing to return to work after some time as a stay-at-home parent, you may feel unsure about where to begin. How do you explain the gap in your resume while also showing what you’ve accomplished during that time? Careers expert, Stephanie Smith, says a smart job...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 177: Back to Work Strategies for Stay at Home Parents, with Stephanie Smith Airdate: February 6, 2019 Mac Prichard: Hi! Mac from Mac’s List here. Today’s episode is brought to you by Jobscan, the online tool that optimizes your resume and boosts your...

Writing Mistakes Job Seekers Make, with Donna Svei

Podcast Summary: Imagine that you are a candidate for a great job. You put together the perfect application, you nail the interview, and it looks like the job is yours on a silver platter. But in your thank you note, you misspell the name of the hiring manager. That simple...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 167: Writing Mistakes Job Seekers Make, with Donna Svei Airdate: November 28, 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, Mac...

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How to Tell Your Story on LinkedIn, with Shelly Elsliger

Podcast Summary: You probably already know that your LinkedIn profile should not be an exact copy of your resume. LinkedIn can be a powerful tool to help you tell your professional story. Shelly Elsliger says you can use your LinkedIn presence to establish yourself as a leader, shape and tell...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 134: How to Tell Your Story on LinkedIn, with Shelly Elsliger Airdate: April 11, 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...

How to Build Your Personal Brand Online, with Ryan Rhoten

Podcast Summary: Like it or not, we live in a digital age. Each of us has a digital presence, and the first impression we make for many job opportunities will happen online. Do you know what your personal brand is, and are you telling your story online in the best...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 124: 4 Steps to Build Your Personal Brand Online, with Ryan Rhoten Airdate: January 31, 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...

What to Know About Applicant Tracking Systems, with James Hu

Podcast Summary: Expect the ATS! When you’re applying for jobs at large companies, your resume and cover letter are probably getting uploaded to an Applicant Tracking System. So how can you make sure your applications “get through” the ATS? You might already know to repeat key words from the job...

Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 123: What You Need to Know About Applicant Tracking Systems, with James Hu Airdate: January 24, 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...

How to Switch Careers, with Danna Redmond

Podcast Summary: When it’s time to switch careers, you need to play to your strengths. Highlight what you’re already good at – those skills that will help you contribute right away – and show people that you’re willing to learn the rest! On this week’s episode, guest expert Danna Redmond...

Podcast Transcript: 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 Mac Prichard, your host and publisher of Mac’s List. I’m joined by my co-hosts, Ben Forstag, Becky Thomas, and Jessica Black...

What to Do After a Job Interview, with Deena Pierott

Podcast Summary: We talked in an earlier show about what you can do to prepare for a job interview. But what happens next after you’ve met with your interviewers? Following up after an interview can make the difference between getting a job offer or a terse rejection letter. This week we’re talking...

Podcast Transcript: Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job. The podcast that helps you get hired at the career you want and make a difference in life. I’m Mac Prichard, your host and publisher of Mac’s List. I’m joined by my co-host Ben Forstag, managing director of Mac’s List...

How to Start Over in a New City, with Terry St. Marie

Podcast Summary: Have you ever thought about putting everything you own into a moving van and start over with a new job in a new city? The typical American moves 11.7 times in a lifetime. From across town to across the country, you’ll face common challenges with job hunting and settling in...

Podcast Transcript: 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 Mac Prichard, your host and publisher of Mac’s List. I’m joined by my co-hosts, Ben Forstag, managing director of Mac’s List...

How To Land a Tech Job (Even if You Can’t Code), with Albert Qian

Podcast Summary: When you hear the phrase “technology sector” you probably think of multi-billion dollar companies like Google, Apple, or Facebook. But you don’t have to be in Silicon Valley to work in tech. There are opportunities across the globe, both in offices and working at home. It is one...

Podcast Transcript: 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 Mac Prichard, your host, and publisher of Mac’s List. Our show is brought to you by Mac’s List and by our...