Show Notes Do you want to help your network find jobs? Many of us do! Sometimes it's hard to know exactly how you might be able to help your network that is productive. Learn some strategies and tips on how to support job seekers from Andrew and Scott in this episode. Don't miss these Topics: * What is coaching and how can I coach others. * How to be available and supportive. * What to do when people ask for your help to find work. * When to ask questions and when to give...

Show Notes Your job search not going the way you want? Feeling like your skills aren't up to snuff? Scott and Andrew discuss ways to mitigate your self doubt.Don't miss these Topics:* Remember this: You have value! and.. Everyone has doubt!* Identify and manage your self doubt.* How to think about job postings when you don't fit because you are either under-qualified or over-qualified.* Build resilience by taking productive breaks in your search.* The danger of absolutist with your...

Show Notes "Courage is not the absence of fear, but rather the assessment that something else is more important than fear." - Franklin D. RooseveltDon't miss these Topics:* Can't eliminate fear, can only manage it.* pros and cons review action and non-action alternatives* getting out of your own head by helping others get out of theirs* thinking about the things you fear on paper* turning fear into self-advocacy* reaching to outside resources like a coach, therapist, or EAP.*...

Show Notes Authenticity is a characteristic that can often go out the window when looking for work. In the harried and eager interest to meet the employer's needs and expectations, the job seeker can lose themselves. Andrew and Scott share strategies and tactics on how to be genuine and stand up for the strengths that job seekers bring to a role.Don't miss these Topics:* Being "you" in a job search focused on your strengths.* Mindset of truth to yourself over pretending to be something...

Show Notes Job search can be a challenging and rewarding experience. When you learn new techniques and try them out, some may work others might not. What happens when you get to the point when you have tried everything. Nothing seems to be working! Don't miss this episode where Scott and Andrew discuss strategies to invigorate your search. Don't miss these Topics: * Taking in and evaluating the advice you are receiving. * What to do when everything you have tried doesn't work. ...

Show Notes Getting noticed by a hiring manager can take some effort. You have interest in a company or even a specific position, but are unsure about how to get on the radar.Scott and Andrew discuss some strategies for finding hiring managers and getting their attention.Don't miss these Topics:* Getting around the applicant tracking system (ATS) and recruitment processes.* Reverse engineering the roles and industry trends based on research to craft attention grabbing mindsets.*...

Show Notes Dealing with a boss, a manager, or a leader that is toxic can be an emotional powder keg. Coping with this very common situation can be challenging. Scott and Andrew share ideas around coping with impotent leaders in sometimes toxic work environments. Don't miss these Topics: * Strategies for coping in a healthy way. * Perception and reality - understanding the current state and the truth. * Qualifying job opportunities to confirm toxicity. * Concurrently...

Show Notes Moving to a new city can be a shock in itself. Even more so when you are talking about a new country.  Scott and Andrew discuss high-value methods to finding meaningful work in a new city. Top 4: * Networking that includes a perfect excuse. * Flock together with affinity groups. * Leverage your spouses relationships. * Join things. Resources (including affiliate links) ToastmastersEventbrite Meetup Yelp  iTunes: Rate and Review Raw and Unedited...

Show Notes You know what assumptions do? Make an a$$ out of you and me. You've probably heard that one before. Scott and Andrew discuss the top career assumptions that can impact your career negatively. Top 10 Worst Assumptions: * Leaders will see your performance and promote you for doing a good job. * Your coworkers have the same values that you do. * Everyone works just as hard as you do. * Don't need to learn anything new to be successful. * No one knows more than...

Show Notes With all the job gurus and career pundits telling us what is right and good and true - it's hard to know where to start and what to do. Scott and Andrew discover, with all the noise, what the #1 hidden secret to career success is for all of us.Don't miss these Topics:* Measuring success.* Taking stock of what works and what doesn't* Measurements to consider for resume, networking, and job search tracking* Building perpetual career communities Resources (including affiliate...

Show Notes Getting results from your networking starts with understanding what to expect from the activity. Managing your expectations can lead to better results, interviews, and many other positive next steps. Join Scott and Andrew as they discuss the ins and outs of expectations and how things might go wrong. Don't miss these Topics: * Establishing expectations based on your situation and audience. * What is the difference between delighted and disappointed. * The role of...

Show Notes Culture is the environment, including common values, vision, and mission. Does every organization have one? Likely, yes.Does the organization live their values? No, not always.Scott and Andrew share thoughts about identifying your cultural values and how alignment with company culture is a critical exercise for your career.Don't miss these Topics:* Researching corporate values.* Filtering corporate values against your own values.* Investigating first hand through networking...

Show Notes You know you should network. You know many people find jobs and get promoted through networking. So what's the hold up?Sometimes knowing how to network is the hard part.  Scott and Andrew share the Top 9 Ways to get your networking Done.Don't miss these Topics:* Top 9 Methods to Get your Networking Done* Best practices for networking to make it easier.Resources (including affiliate links)What Color is Your ParachuteNetworking: Insiders' Strategies for Tapping the Hidden ...

Show Notes Keeping and staying on track with your search whether you are working or not requires some momentum. Expand and grow your career with networking - continually.Don't miss these Topics:* Keeping a perpetual mindset without judgement.* Realistic expectations regarding loyalty to your organization and yourself.* Level of physical and mental health that relates to working in the right role and culture.* Being open to any opportunity with objectivity. * Stay current with industry,...

Show Notes Urgent needs for income can cloud the judgement relating to company cultural fit. Scott and Andrew discuss strategies for working through the process of recovering from desperate needs for employment. Don't miss these Topics: * How to stay true to your values in challenging situations. * Taking inventory of your work styles and matching with chosen employers. * Focusing your mindset on your strengths to perform well on interviews. * Building the right branding...

Show Notes Finding the way from a networking conversation to an actual job can be anything but a straight line. Knowing how to guide conversations depends on your expectations.Andrew and Scott share ideas that will up-level your networking success.Don't miss these Topics:* The outcomes you should expect from a networking conversation.* Mindset for network conversations.Resources (including affiliate links)StrengthsFinder 2.0StrengthsQuestWhat Color is Your Parachute iTunes: Rate and...

Show Notes What happens when you can't seem to get unstuck? Seek advice and information from trusted sources. Andrew and Scott answer your toughest questions. Don't miss these Topics: * How to start a career with a worthless law degree. * Overcoming 2500 applications and no interviews after 6 years of looking. * Keeping an open mind when it doesn't feel natural or normal. * Having an outlet for pressure and coping mechanisms during challenging times. * Transitioning from...

Show Notes The jobs reports don't always tell the whole story. There are a  myriad of situations that individuals have endured that are not reflected in the data reporting. Scott and Andrew have your covered! Talking about situations when you have been looking for awhile and just unable to secure the right full-time job. Don't miss these Topics: * The data tell a story. * What to do about your individual situation. * Getting out of the situation you are in. * The value of...

Show Notes With millions of jobs posted online and available at all times, it's hard to know what jobs to apply for (or not). Not to mention the when and the why!Scott and Andrew discuss the strategies around applying for the right jobs.Don't miss these Topics:* Value of assessments.* Effective ways to find jobs.* How to keep track of what resume you sent to which company and role.* Power of instant gratification.* Using creativity to understand different perspectives.Resources...

Show Notes Understanding your satisfaction is within your control can be liberating. Scott and Andrew discuss the Top Secret, that #1 thing you can do, to ensure your job satisfaction. Don't miss these Topics: * Being an advocate for your own satisfaction. * The difference between fitting in and being in. * How language and identity can work together. * Consistency in your brand presentation. * The value of a cover letter. * Defending your own needs without being...

Show Notes Networking can get a bad wrap. Often reaching out to people you don't know can feel weird, awkward and uncomfortable. Selling frequently feels synonymous with sleaze.  Scott and Andrew discuss ways to eliminate the sleaze from your networking efforts. Don't miss these Topics: * Sincerity definition and approach. * Mindset and thought process when approaching networking efforts. * Managing your identity and confidence. * Changing your current feeling about...

Show Notes What we think can have a big impact on our ability to find success in our careers. Whether we listen to those voices or not is entirely up to us.Scott and Andrew share some tips and techniques to manage those voices positively on this episode of Job Seekers Radio.Don't miss these Topics:* Capture and challenge your beliefs.* How do I determine if my story is true.* What kinds of questions can support productive and positive progress.* Redirecting your focus to get results,...

Show Notes Finding the right employment opportunities can take some effort. Knowing whether or not a company you want to work for is hiring is a two part problem. The first being: knowing which companies are out there. Scott and Andrew share some creative ways to locate the companies in your neck of the woods. Don't miss these Topics: * Practical Ways to Find Companies * Who can give you information about opportunities * Online resources for narrowing your options *...

Show Notes You are preparing for an interview and expecting the questions you will be asked.  What about the questions you GET to ask?  Andrew and Scott talk through some ideas about crafting good questions to ask hiring teams during your interviews to demonstrate your interest.  Don't miss these Questions and some Answers: * What are the best questions to ask? * How do you know they are telling the truth? * What do you REALLY want from the job/organization? * How would you...