057: A lesson on attention to detail involving Van Halen and M&M candies
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✨Reminder → Enrollment's open for our 3-week UX Portfolio Sprint. Doors close on March 22 or when seats are sold out! In this episode of the Career Strategy Podcast, Sarah explores a crucial aspect of the job search process: attention to detail. Drawing inspiration from a surprising source—the band Van Halen's infamous "no brown M and M's" contract clause—Sarah highlights the importance of demonstrating attentiveness in the job search. Through anecdotes and examples, she illustrates how failure to pay attention to crucial details can speak volumes to potential employers. With actionable advice and thought-provoking insights, this episode offers valuable strategies for job seekers to elevate their approach and stand out in a competitive job market. Tune in as Sarah Doody shares valuable lessons on the power of attention to detail in the job search. Timestamps 01:15 How to stand out in the job search 03:24 Testing attention to detail with Brown M and M's. 05:35 Secret words in instructions 06:09 Attention to detail is crucial in job search. 08:41 Thanks for listening, see you next time! ☎️ Book a free Career Strategy Call to learn how we can help 📥 Join 49,000 people who read our free career tips newsletter 🎁 Get our free e-book, The Career Strategy Roadmap ⭐️ Enjoy the podcast? Please rate the podcast to help us reach more folks 👋 Say hi and follow us on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, and Twitter
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