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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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It’s easy to tell a hiring manager about the specific successes you had in past positions. What’s not so easy is describing how your strengths led to those successes. But Find Your Dream Job guest Gregory Heller says it’s crucial to explain how those successes can transfer to...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 379: How to Talk About Your Strengths in a Job Interview, with Gregory Heller Airdate: December 21, 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...
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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...
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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...
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In this job seeker’s market, you don’t usually need 100% of the qualifications to apply for your dream job. What you need is clarity on what you want, a resume with relevant experience, and the willingness to step out of your comfort zone, says Find Your Dream Job...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 374: How to get your foot in the door when you don’t have the right experience, with Gillian Williams Airdate: November 16, 2022 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want,...
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How do you find a company where you feel connected, supported, and have a sense of pride in your accomplishments? Find Your Dream Job guest Rhodes Perry suggests identifying your values and researching potential employers to see if they share those values. Talk to current and former employees...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 373: How to Find an Employer Where You Belong, with Rhodes Perry Airdate: November 9, 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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Are you ready for a change in your job situation, but you aren’t getting called back after interviews? If you’re feeling discouraged with your progress, there are ways to stay positive and reach your goals. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Josh Belzman shares how...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 58: Digging Deep into Self Exploration: Josh Belzman’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: November 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. ...
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How do you decide whether to stay at your company or look for a position elsewhere? It all boils down to a few simple questions, according to this week’s Find Your Dream Job guest, Kelli Thompson. Do your values match those of the employer? Are you excited to...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 372: 5 Questions to Ask Before You Make a Career Change, with Kelli Thompson Airdate: November 2, 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...
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It’s an exciting time of life; you’re having a baby! But how do you make your next career move when your time and energy are about to be challenged? First, says Find Your Dream Job guest Emily Lamia, focus on the job you want. Just like any job...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 371: How to Look for Work When You’re About to Become a New Parent, with Emily Lamia Airdate: October 26, 2022 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make...
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It might seem polite not to negotiate salary, but you are affecting your entire future when you don’t. An extra $15K per year can make a huge difference in your retirement savings, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kimberly Brown. If you need help positioning yourself to get...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 370: How to Position Yourself to Get the Best Salary Offer, with Kimberly Brown Airdate: October 19, 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...
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We all dread the question, tell me about a time you made a mistake in your job. But if we can address our mistakes as simply a piece of our entire career story, we can change the feeling of shame and uncertainty we may feel. Find Your Dream...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 369: Why Your Career Story Matters Most in a Job Interview, with Melissa Magaña Airdate: October 12, 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...
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A job seeker’s market means you have more control over the process of finding your next position. Even if you don’t have 100% of the requirements a posting calls for, Find Your Dream Job guest Beth Gibbs says you should consider applying anyway. Beth shares the best way...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 368: How to Make the Most of a Job Seekers Market, with Beth Gibbs Airdate: October 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...
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Have you ever considered starting your own business while still looking for your dream job? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Aaron Kier shares why he continued applying for jobs even after starting his own consulting firm. Aaron also talks about how he used the...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 57: Working with a Professional: Aaron Kier’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: October 3, 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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Preparing for an interview is non-negotiable; you must go in ready to answer questions about your skills, experience, and goals. But it’s even more important that you be authentic. Your resume speaks to your ability to do the job; hiring managers want to know if you’re the right...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 367: Why You Must be Authentic in a Job Interview, with Danelle Robertson Airdate: September, 28 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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Today’s job market requires more than filling out applications. It requires knowing how to market yourself. If you don’t know where to start, Find Your Dream Job guest Liesl Forve says to start by thinking about each job you’ve had and which parts you were most successful at....
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 366: How to Market Yourself into the Job You Want, with Liesl Forve Airdate: September, 21 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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If you don’t have a good work-life balance, you will deal with higher stress levels and less satisfaction at work. How do you find a job with a focus on that balance? Find Your Dream Job guest Marcett Banks says you begin by knowing what’s important to you...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 365: How to Find Employers that Offer Good Work-Life Balance, with Marcett Banks Airdate: September 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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We hear about the importance of using LinkedIn as a networking tool and for finding a great job. But why is it so crucial, and how do you use it exactly? Find Your Dream Job guest Omar Garriott says you begin by making LinkedIn a daily habit. You...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 364: How to Unleash the Power of LinkedIn to Get Your Dream Job, with Omar Garriott Airdate: September 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...
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When your life changes, whether through becoming a parent or something else, you need an employer who cares about your needs. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Rae Rawls Dunnaville shares how she used her connections to find the perfect job for her changing needs,...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 56: Tapping Into Community: Rae Rawls Dunnaville’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: September 6, 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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It can seem like the most natural thing to do; you want a job, so you dive into the deep end and spend 40+ hours a week on your search. Why is that a bad idea? Find Your Dream Job guest Emily Wong says you don’t need to...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 363: How to Create Structure for Your Job Search, with Emily Wong Airdate: August 31, 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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You have clarity on your next job; you know the company and the position that will be your dream come true. How do you get your foot in the door? Find Your Dream Job guest Mike Stroud is here to share his tips, beginning with tailoring your resume....
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 362: How To Get Your Foot in The Door at Your Dream Company, with Mike Stroud Airdate: August 24, 2022 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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It’s not unusual to switch careers several times in your life, but your first time can be nerve-wracking. Find Your Dream Job guest José Miguel Longo is here to explain how to handle the process with ease. Begin with an assessment of your skills and values and how...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 361: Five Steps Millennials Can Take Now to Change Carers, with José Miguel Longo Airdate: August 17, 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...
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There are many reasons you may have had a negative work experience; the question is, how do you communicate it to a hiring manager without sounding vindictive or like you’re hiding something? Find Your Dream Job guest Stephanie Heath says it’s crucial to be honest because the truth...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 360: How to Talk About Bad Work Experiences in a Job Interview, with Stephanie Heath Airdate: August 10, 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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Do you get nervous before and during an interview? That’s natural, says Find Your Dream Job guest John Neral. After all, you want the job, right? But John says there’s a better way to approach an interview; simply having coffee and conversing with a colleague. The most important...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 359: How to Show An Employer You’re the Best Person for the Job, with John Neral Airdate: August 3, 2022 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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A job search can be grueling. Hours and hours spent on perfecting your resume, sending in applications, networking, and interviewing can take their toll. What if you paced yourself and went a bit slower but you were more focused on what you wanted? On this bonus episode of...
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Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 55: A Job Market in Flux: Jenny Affan’s Job Search Success Story Airdate: August 1, 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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Are you ready to answer the question, “How have you handled failure in past positions?” If not, you’re not ready for behavioral interview questions. These questions aren’t about memorizing answers, says Find Your Dream Job guest Porschia Parker-Griffin. These questions are a chance to share your accomplishments. Hiring...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 358: How to Get Ready for Any Behavioral Interview Question, with Porschia Parker-Griffin Airdate: July 27, 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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Seven seconds. That’s how much time a recruiter spends on an initial resume scan. What can you do to make those seven seconds count? Find Your Dream Job guest Keirsten Greggs says you start by having all the important facts in the right place. Share your experience and...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 357: What Matters Most When A Recruiter Looks at Your Resume, with Keirsten Greggs Airdate: July 20, 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...
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For the first time in decades, there are more jobs open than people who want them. What does this mean for you? It means that you now have the freedom to pursue what you truly want instead of settling for what you can get. Find Your Dream Job...
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Find Your Dream Job, Episode 356: Why Candidates Are in the Driver’s Seat and (How to Make the Most of It), with Sha Lee Hornsby Airdate: July 13, 2022 Mac Prichard: This is Find Your Dream Job, the podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you...