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How to Respond to a Lowball Salary Offer, with Lisa Gates
Podcast Summary: Employers have several main goals for their companies and one of those goals is saving money. There are several ways they do this but one of the most frustrating for job seekers is through lowball salary offers. This doesn’t mean they only have their interests in mind; they’re...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 192: How to Respond to a Lowball Salary Offer, with Lisa Gates Airdate: May 22, 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...
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…many recruiting products we offer here at Mac’s List. FREE Volunteer Listings Looking for volunteers for an event or project? You can always post a volunteer listing, free of charge,…
What to Do If Networking Is Not Working, with Linda Van Valkenburgh
Podcast Summary: If you find yourself avoiding networking events, maybe you need to change your mindset around them. It’s normal to feel nervous when you don’t know anyone who will be there or are unsure of what to say or do. Find Your Dream Job guest Linda Van Valkenburgh says...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 191: What to Do If Your Networking Isn’t Working, with Linda Van Valkenburgh Airdate: May 15, 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....
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…products we offer here at Mac’s List. FREE Volunteer Listings Looking for volunteers for an event or project? You can always post a volunteer listing, free of charge, on Mac’s…
Your Job Search Isn’t Only About You, with Susanne Aronowitz
Podcast Summary: You’ve found a great job opportunity and you’re excited about the possibilities. It seems like the perfect fit for you. But is sharing your enthusiasm with the hiring manager enough to get you hired? Not always. Sometimes, the fit may be perfect for you but not for the...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 190: Your Job Search Isn’t Only About You, with Susanne Aronowitz Airdate: May 8, 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...
How to Write a Salary Negotiation Email
Approaching a salary negotiation, whether a few years into your job or at the start of your tenure, requires thought and preparation. Clear communication is key, and research into the…
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....
Listener Survey Questions: Job Search Advice from the Mac’s List Team
Podcast Summary: Every year, the Find Your Dream Job team asks listeners for their feedback on the podcast format, length, and topics. We discovered that 18 percent of listeners are interested in exploring the topic of career change, and 15 percent are interested in discussing job search strategies. Thanks to...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Bonus Episode 16: Listener Survey Questions: Job Search Advice from the Mac’s List Team Airdate: April 29, 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....
How to Network Online With Strangers, with Stacey Lane
Podcast Summary: If you’ve exhausted your personal network and run out of known resources, you may need to reach out to people you do not know online for the next step in your job search or career. But what if they don’t answer you? Find Your Dream Job guest Stacey...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 188: How to Network Online with Strangers, with Stacey Lane Airdate: April 24, 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...
Customizing a Career Change Cover Letter: 5 Tips and a Template
In this day and age, employers are looking for candidates who are more than just their resume. A resume can detail the ins and outs of responsibilities and job titles,…
How to Know What Salary to Ask For, with Anica John
Podcast Summary: It’s easy to be so determined to land a new job that you don’t stop to consider what your career and financial goals are. Before you send out your next job application, you need to research salaries for your industry and position. Find Your Dream Job guest Anica...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 187: How to Know What Salary to Ask For, with Anica John Airdate: April 17, 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...
Connecting with a Career Coach: Laura Glazer’s Job Search Success Story
…and expert listening skills, I saw myself and my skills more clearly. Another of my favorite resources was utilizing free sessions in co-working spaces. It’s how I grew my network…
How to Rebrand Yourself When Changing Careers, with Lisa Lewis
Podcast Summary: Whether you realize it or not, you have a professional brand; something you are known for and that represents you in your career space. But if you are in the midst of switching careers, you may need to rebrand yourself. Find Your Dream Job guest Lisa Lewis says...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 186: How to Rebrand Yourself When Changing Careers, with Lisa Lewis Airdate: April 10, 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...
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...
Beyond Post & Pray – Employer Brand and Job Posting Essentials
For employers in the digital age, hiring new talent starts with posting a job listing on your website or a job board. The content of your job listing can determine…
How to Apply for a Job When You’re Overqualified, with Phiona Martin
Podcast Summary: Is it ever a good idea to apply for a job when you are overqualified? Perhaps you’ve moved to a new city, or you’re trying to get a job at your dream company. Whatever the reason, many people pursue smaller, lower-level roles that put them at risk of...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 184: How to Apply for a Job When You’re Overqualified, with Phiona Martin Airdate: March 27, 2019 Mac Prichard: Today’s episode of Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by Sneaker School. It’s an online certificate program from the Fashion Institute of...
Passive vs. Active Job Search Strategies, with Lesa Edwards
Podcast Summary: If you spend most of your time during a job search filling out online applications and responding to job board listings, you may want to consider more active strategies such as informational interviews with targeted employers. Find Your Dream Job guest Lesa Edwards says that you need both...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 183: Passive vs Active Job Search Strategies, with Lesa Edwards Airdate: March 20, 2019 Mac Prichard: Today’s episode of Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by Sneaker School. It’s an online certificate program from the Fashion Institute of Technology and Complex...
8 Great Nonprofit Networking Opportunities for Seattle Professionals
…opportunities, educational resources, training sessions and more. Start serving local nonprofits and building community by becoming a YNPN member. There are two membership levels, one paid and one free. To…
Informational Interview Tips for Young Professionals, with Colby Reade
Podcast Summary: In the digital age, our human relationships matter more than ever. This also applies to your job search! Informational interviews are a great way to begin building those relationships and to develop your network. Find Your Dream Job guest Colby Reade says that you need to think of informational...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 182: Informational Interview Tips for Young Professionals, with Colby Reade Airdate: March 13, 2019 Mac Prichard: Today’s episode of Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by Sneaker School. It’s an online certificate program from the Fashion Institute of Technology and Complex...
Job Search Perseverance: Michael Horenstein’s Job Search Success Story
…himself struggling to maintain focus and keeping his schedule free of unexpected interruptions. With a seemingly endless list of tasks on your to-do list to find a job, it can…
How to Choose the Right Career for You, with Dalan Vanterpool
Podcast Summary: One of the biggest challenges that you will face in your professional life is choosing a career. It’s not only recent college graduates that face this challenge. Most of us will change careers at least once during our working lives. How do you find the job that’s the...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 181: How to Choose the Right Career for You, with Dalan Vanterpool Airdate: March 6, 2019 Mac Prichard: Today’s episode of Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by Sneaker School. It’s an online certificate program from the Fashion Institute of Technology...
Why You Need to Network When You Don’t Need Help, with Karen Wickre
Podcast Summary: As a culture, we are more disconnected than ever before. We move often and change jobs quickly. Many people don’t think about networking until they need help finding their next job. It’s vital to stay connected to others and to nurture our network authentically even when we don’t...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 180: Why You Need to Network When You Don’t Need Help, with Karen Wickre Airdate: February 27, 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...
Cover Letter Openers: How To Draw Employers In From The First Sentence
The opening line to your cover letter can make or break your job application. Employers are often reading through hundreds of cover letters. Your first sentence needs to make an…
Why Interviewing Is a Two-Way Street, with Michelle Neal
Podcast Summary: If you walk into an interview ready to answer questions but don’t have any of your own to ask, you are not taking full advantage of the interview process. You have a responsibility to not only answer questions but to ask them of everyone you talk to within...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 179: Interviewing is a Two-Way Street, with Michelle Neal Airdate: February 20, 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 you chances of landing an...
Common Expectations vs. The Reality of Working with a Recruiter
…If you need or want a career coach, there are many excellent fee-for-service career coaches. However, since recruiters are a free resource and don’t have the same training and expertise…
How to Remain Positive When You’re Unemployed, with Kali Rogers
Podcast Summary: It’s natural to feel discouraged if you’re unemployed. But if you base your identity on what you do for a living, you may self-sabotage when looking for a new job. Feelings of worthlessness or desperation can lead you to apply for jobs that aren’t a good fit or...
Podcast Transcript: Find Your Dream Job, Episode 178: How to Remain Positive When You’re Unemployed, with Kali Rogers Airdate: February 13, 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 chances of...
How to Update Your Resume: 8 Key Areas to Focus On
The key to landing the job of your dreams is a great resume. Standing out from the competition means telling a compelling professional story that includes your accomplishments and skills…