Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips For Finding Work, Advancing Your Career, And Loving Your Job

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16008&preview=true)  Online applications attract thousands of people looking for a job, but they rule out their ability to stand out from the crowd in a sea of applicants. Find Your Dream Job guest Leila Singh says it isn’t difficult to distinguish yourself. You start by connecting with others. Cultivate a network that you can turn to. Second, captivate the hiring manager with your presence. Stand, speak, and behave in a way that commands respect. And lastly, Leila suggests working on your self-confidence. If you don’t believe in yourself, nobody else will believe in you.  About Our Guest: Leila Singh is a leadership, career development, and mindset coach. She also hosts the weekly podcast, Life Leadership.  Resources in This Episode: Save your spot on the waitlist for the Leadership Launchpad, coming later in 2025. Connect with Leila on LinkedIn.  Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% o

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15982&preview=true)  How do you determine what to do next in your career? That depends on your situation, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kathy Oneto. But if you have time to figure it out, Kathy suggests beginning with self-reflection. Examine peak moments in your work and personal life to determine what’s important to you. Then, Kathy says, ask yourself a series of questions to clarify what you’d like to learn, where your passions lie, and what motivates you. Finally, it’s time to take action. Just thinking about what to do next won’t get you there; you have to take a step in the direction you think you want to go.  About Our Guest: Kathy Oneto is a consultant, facilitator, and coach. Kathy also hosts the Sustainable Ambition podcast. Resources in This Episode: Get your copy of Kathy’s book, coming out in 2025, Sustainable Ambition:  How to Prioritize What Matters to Thrive in Life and Work. Connect with Kathy on Li

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15979&preview=true)  Are you afraid to make a career change because you’re mid-career and you don’t want to start over? What if you didn’t have to? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Mark Crossfield, you can make a change by repurposing the skills and experience you’ve gained. Small steps lead to clarity, so be willing to explore what you enjoy and where that leads. Mark has a valuable reminder: your career will last most of your life, so it’s never too late to make a change. Take responsibility for your life and see the possibilities.  About Our Guest: Mark Crossfield is a coach, author, and podcast host. And he has a new book out, Mid Career Change: A Guide for Hope, Clarity, and Action. Resources in This Episode: Learn how to build a great career and a job you love; tune in to Mark’s podcast, Mid-Career Change.  Connect with Mark on LinkedIn.  Check out Mark's book, Mid Career Change: A Guide for Hope, Clarit

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16041&preview=true) What’s it like when a human resources director, who is used to being on the hiring end, has to look for a job? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Rikki Thompson shares her story of being out of work for 7 months, how she created a network in a brand new city, and how she stayed motivated and encouraged through an extended job search. Rikki also talks about why remaining optimistic during your search is key to not burning out. Learn more about Rikki’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series.  Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dreamjob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=15960&action=edit&classic-editor)  When you’re considering a new position, you should take the time to evaluate whether the job is what you’re looking for. That may seem obvious, but too many folks take the first job offered, says Find Your Dream Job guest William Corless, without considering what would make the job enjoyable. William says self-reflection is crucial to understanding what you‘re good at, what you enjoy in a work environment, and even your weaknesses. William stresses the need to come across as interested, competent, and engaging in an interview. About Our Guest: William Corless is an executive coach and facilitator. William also hosts The Workplace Podcast.   Resources in This Episode: Learn how William can help you in your career by visiting www.yellowwood.ie. Connect with William on LinkedIn. Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dr

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15957&preview=true) What sets you apart in a job search isn’t your credentials; it’s the specific value you bring to a position. Hundreds of applicants can have the required experience and skills for the job. But Find Your Dream Job guest Laura Knights says how you communicate what you uniquely bring to the position sells you as the perfect candidate. Laura suggests beginning with learning about the company culture, sharing how you would fit into that culture, and how you have had an impact in previous employment opportunities. Don’t be afraid to “toot your own horn.”  About Our Guest: Laura Knights is an executive coach, a speaker, and a trainer. Laura is also the founder and CEO of two companies: Black Woman Leading and Knights Consulting. Resources in This Episode: Is your company ready to invest in team development and leadership? Find out more about how Laura can help you by visiting Knights Consulting. Conne

Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15939&preview=true) Getting in front of a hiring manager can be tricky unless you have a personal connection inside the company. If you don’t, there are ways around that, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kathleen Davis. Kathleen suggests going to LinkedIn to find the names of people you may be speaking with if you apply. It’s important to follow to the letter the application directions, while also seeking to connect with those who can help further your resume. Kathleen also stresses the need to write a unique cover letter for each position, stating your experience and the value you can add to the company.  About Our Guest: Kathleen Davis is the deputy editor at FastCompany.com where she writes about careers, hiring, and other workplace topics.  Kathleen also hosts The New Way We Work podcast. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Kathleen on LinkedIn.  Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 6

Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15936&preview=true)  You’ve been searching for a job and you finally have an interview, but something doesn’t feel right. At what point do you walk away? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Andy Hibel, you need to consider several factors when making that decision. If your goals and values don’t match those of the company, it might not be the right fit for you. Andy also stresses the need for working with a team that supports the success of others. If you’re in a position where you must take any job offer, take it, but don’t stop looking. Continue to follow the best job search strategies to find the job that will truly be the perfect fit for you.  About Our Guest: Andy Hibel is the chief operating officer and the co-founder of HigherEdJobs. It’s the established leader in the academic recruitment field. Andy also co-hosts the HigherEdJobs podcast. Resources in This Episode: Tune in to the HigherEdJobs podcast for the

Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15947&preview=true) Job seeking is difficult for most folks, but for someone who has been out of the workforce for years, it can prove even more challenging. Where do you start, when you don’t have a resume filled with experience and skills? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Katie Barberis talks about how she used volunteering to lead to a new career after years as a stay-at-home mom. Katie also shares how networking within those volunteer opportunities led to a permanent position that supports her personal values. Learn more about Katie’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15926&preview=true)  Does networking feel icky to you? If so, you’re doing it wrong, according to Find Your Dream Job guest Angie Callen. Networking is simply building and nurturing relationships with others, and we all do that with friends and family every day. Angie suggests being proactive but not aggressive and focusing on long-term relationships. She says it’s a mistake to only seek someone out for what they can offer you. That is inauthentic. Build authenticity by being true to who you are and finding others who are like-minded or whom you want to know more about.  About Our Guest: Angie Callen is an award-winning career and business coach and the founder of Career Benders. Her company helps professionals, executives, and entrepreneurs navigate today's workforce. Angie also hosts the No More Mondays podcast. Resources in This Episode: Get your free download by visiting careerbenders.com. Connect with Angie on Linke

Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15923&preview=true) If you view networking as developing relationships with strangers, it’s time to rethink it. In today’s world of work, networking looks very different. Find Your Dream Job guest Felicia Ann Rose Enuha says your network begins with your own family and friends. Once you reach out to let them know what you’re interested in, they can connect you with people in their own network who may be willing to have a conversation with you. Felicia reminds us that networking is indeed just that - a conversation. Get curious about others’ careers, ask questions, and share your own story with them.  About Our Guest: Felicia Ann Rose Enuha is a career coach and the host of the Trill MBA Show. Her podcast empowers Black women to thrive in corporate America. Resources in This Episode: Felicia’s podcast, the Trill MBA Show gives you clear strategies that work for your career as a black woman in the corporate world.  Connec

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15920&preview=true) If you think you’re in the wrong job, there is a way to change that. But first, you need to know why you accepted that position. Find Your Dream Job guest Patricia Ortega says there are external and internal reasons we take jobs that are wrong for us. Perhaps your parents wanted you in a certain career, or you chose this path for the money, but now you find yourself burned out and generally unsatisfied at work. Patricia suggests looking deeply into your values, what you offer, and who would benefit from your skills before applying to your next position.  About Our Guest: Patricia Ortega is a career coach who helps you forge a new path, find a revitalized purpose, and make a positive impact. Patricia also hosts The Uncommon Career Podcast.  Resources in This Episode: Patricia is offering our listeners FREE LinkedIn profile reviews. To get your review, go to www.linkedin.com/in/pmortega and tell her that

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15902&preview=true)  Employers want to hire people who are great communicators, who can collaborate with others to solve problems, and who receive correction well. These qualities are known as soft skills, and Find Your Dream Job guest Yadi Caro says you can learn them if you feel lacking. While hard skills matter, Yadi says those who communicate well, know how to set priorities, and work well with others will rise to the top of the hiring manager’s list. Yadi shares how to learn and practice soft skills, as well as practical tips for sharing them in resumes and interviews.  About Our Guest: Yadi Caro is a Harvard-trained organizational psychologist who teaches career skills to professionals around the world. Yadi also hosts the Hardcore Soft Skills Podcast. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Yadi on LinkedIn.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15883&preview=true) Getting good at job hunting takes practice, and Find Your Dream Job guest Trudy Hylemon says it makes a real difference in your chances of getting an interview or being hired. Trudy suggests beginning by having someone review your resume and cover letter. Choose your references carefully, and be sure they can share how your talents will match the job. Trudy emphasizes the importance of getting your online house in order, as well as knowing exactly why you want the position you’re applying for.  About Our Guest: Trudy Hylemon is a human resources leader and a career coach. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Trudy on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15852&preview=true) If you are applying to hundreds of jobs each week, it can be difficult to remember what all you’ve applied to. So when you get an interview, you may appear not to be excited about it, and that is a red flag to an employer. Find Your Dream Job guest Julissa Vasquez says a great way to stand out from other applicants is to know why you want the job, why you’re the best fit for the job, and the immediate needs of the company. Julissa wants you to do your research on the people who work there, and the values of the company, and then share how you can meet those needs with specific examples that show you really want this job.  About Our Guest: Julissa Vasquez the people and culture director for Adelante Mujeres. It’s an Oregon-based nonprofit that’s building a more just society by empowering Latinas to lead. Resources in This Episode: Learn more about Julissa’s nonprofit by visiting www.adelantemujeres.org/

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15849&preview=true)  You’re in the interview room and the hiring manager asks a question you don’t know the answer to. Does it derail you entirely, or make you feel stupid or unprepared? Find Your Dream Job guest Jess Guzik says imposter syndrome can do all those things, even for highly skilled employees. To combat it, Jess suggests practicing interview questions beforehand and having a few stories or past experiences ready to share that can apply across the board. Jess also says to stop expecting yourself to be perfect and accept that you are enough right where you are.  About Our Guest: Jess Guzik is a career and an executive coach. Jess also hosts The Art of Speaking Up podcast. Resources in This Episode: Are you ready to develop an authentic, powerful voice that enables you to succeed professionally? Find out how Jess can help you by visiting her website at jessguzikcoaching.com. Connect with Jess on LinkedIn. Lea

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15846&preview=true)  If you’re spending an hour or more customizing a resume and cover letter for each job you apply to, you’re wasting time, says Find Your Dream Job guest Danny Leonard. Danny specializes in helping folks cut the grunt work and focus on the tasks that result in interviews and job offers. Begin by knowing what job you want and why. Make a list of companies you want to work at, and then pursue conversations with them. Danny suggests using LinkedIn to make connections at your targeted companies. Use your time wisely and nail down a job search strategy that gets results. About Our Guest: Danny Leonard is the co-founder of Ramped.  Resources in This Episode: Learn how to get more interviews with less work by visiting Danny’s website at www.rampedcareers.com.  Connect with Danny on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15843&preview=true)  Post-Covid, the workplace has changed from all remote to a mashup of many styles. If you are a job seeker trying to figure out what type of environment suits you, Find Your Dream Job guest Liz Bronson says to begin by clarifying what your life requires. Is flexibility your top priority? Or do you need community more? Do you want a mix of community and the ability to flex your schedule? Once you know what you need, read the job posting carefully, ask pertinent questions, and find the information you need to make the best decision for your life and circumstances.  About Our Guest: Liz Bronson is an HR leader with more than two decades of experience. Liz also co-hosts the excellent podcast, Real Job Talk. Resources in This Episode: Are you a mid-career professional ready for some real advice? Tune in to Liz’s podcast, Real Job Talk.  Connect with Liz on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Vis

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15834&preview=true) Do you see your career as a journey or a destination? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Tracey Lam shares why she expects speed bumps and detours as part of her career journey. Tracey has a long and varied work history, and she was not afraid to switch fields and sectors to find her dream job. Tracey also talks about why she narrowed her network to a small group of people when she began the job search process. Learn more about Tracey’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15821&preview=true)  Are you spending valuable time filling out online applications and sending in resumes to any open positions you see? If so, Find Your Dream Job guest Danielle Cobo has some advice for you. She recommends focusing on building out your LinkedIn profile and using that to connect with hiring managers and others in your chosen field. Getting hired is not a numbers game, but rather a strategic journey toward finding a job that fulfills your goals, considers your values, and meets your non-negotiables.  About Our Guest: Danielle Cobo is a career consultant who works with medical sales professionals. Her company’s services include resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview preparation.  Resources in This Episode: Visit Danielle’s website to learn how you can become confident, empowered, and even excited about your job search.  Connect with Danielle on LinkedIn.  Learn more about your ad choices