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

Have you dealt with circumstances so difficult, you’re afraid nobody will hire you again? Find Your Dream Job guest, Oscar Garcia has. Oscar knows what it’s like to lose a job with no warning, and he has learned how to use that adversity to advance his career. Oscar says you begin by reframing your story; telling it from a position of strength, not victimhood. View every obstacle as a challenge instead. Oscar also shares how to brand yourself so that companies come to you, as well as how to find the courage to market yourself well. About our Guest: Oscar Garcia (https://www.linkedin.com/in/chiefempowermentofficer/) is the Founder & Chief Empowerment Officer of Aspira Consulting, a Silicon Valley training and consulting firm. Resources in This Episode: If you’re ready to see results in your career search, let Oscar help you. Find out more by visiting his website at aspiraconsulting.com/. (https://aspiraconsulting.com/) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http://macslist.org

If you’re in a period of stagnation at work, it can seem too hard to look for something better. A job search takes a lot of energy, and if you feel drained at work, you might not feel that you have the energy it takes. But Find Your Dream Job guest Megan Leatherman says there are always steps you can take, no matter how impossible it seems. She says the first step is to get back to self-care. It’s also important, Megan says, to believe that you can do what it takes to find the job that’s perfect for you. Vocalize what’s true about where you are now and where you want to be.  About Our Guest: Megan Leatherman (https://www.linkedin.com/in/meganleatherman/) is a coach, writer, and the founder of A Wild New Work. It’s an ecological career development agency in the Pacific Northwest. Resources in This Episode: Get Megan’s free program, Grounded and Gifted, by going to her website at awildnewwork.com/groundedandgifted (https://awildnewwork.com/groundedandgifted) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought

If you’re investing all of your focus into your current job, you are not setting yourself up for future success. Taking ownership of your career gives you an advantage that sets you up for success in future positions. How do you take ownership of your career? Find Your Dream Job guest Monique Betty says you begin by being deliberate - in your skills, your relationships, and your education. Monique suggests focusing less on your purpose early on, and more on finding fulfillment. That, she says, will ultimately lead to you discovering and pursuing your purpose.  About Our Guest: Monique Betty (https://www.linkedin.com/in/moniquebetty1/) is an executive coach and trainer who works with professionals and teams. Resources in This Episode: Head over to Monique’s website at moniquebetty.com (https://www.moniquebetty.com/) to be notified when her e-course, The Career Advantage, goes live to the public. Don't miss your chance to sign up (https://www.moniquebetty.com/7-guiding-principles) to Your Professional Devel

Any job search is easier if you know what you’re looking for. Too many job seekers settle for a job that pays a good salary but doesn’t fulfill them. How do you figure out your passion and purpose before you try to land your next position? Find Your Dream Job guest Andrea Koppel says you have to experiment. Try out as many things as it takes to discover what you love. She recommends choosing three industries to explore. And Andrea reminds us that we may have several passions in life, so follow what you love and don’t be afraid to change.  About Our Guest: Andrea Koppel (https://www.linkedin.com/in/andrea-koppel-caffeinated-career-coaching/) is the founder and CEO of the College2Career Academy and the host of the Time4Coffee podcast. (https://time4coffee.org/t4c-podcast/) Resources in This Episode: Take advantage of the huge archive of conversations Andrea has with career professionals by visiting Andrea’s website at time4coffee.org/. (https://time4coffee.org/) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is bro

The majority of open positions are never posted on job boards, but rather, are filled in-house or through networking. Having a well-developed network opens up jobs for you, but it also provides you with an instant connection to companies you are interested in. Your network can also provide references for you if you’ve worked together in any way.  On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Melissa Erickson (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melissa-erickson-86438937/) and I discuss how she overcame her shyness to become a skilled networker. Melissa also shares how she practiced for interviews. Learn more about Melissa’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series. (https://www.macslist.org/articles/success-stories) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

If you’re in a hurry to switch jobs, you’re likely to find yourself in another job you dislike as much as your current one. How can you apply for the job you actually want and not just what’s available? Find Your Dream Job guest Ebony Joyce says you start by slowing down. Figure out what it is you want and what’s holding you back. Ebony also warns against lateral moves, as that can affect your lifetime earning potential. Ebony stresses the importance of knowing your values and finding a company with similar values.  About Our Guest: Ebony Joyce (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ebonyjoyce/) is a job search strategist, speaker, and diversity and inclusion consultant at Next Level Career Services. Resources in This Episode: Are you ready for a career that uses your talents and values what you bring to the table? Find out how Ebony can help you by visiting her website at www.nextlevelcareer.co/ (http://www.nextlevelcareer.co/) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http://macslist.o

Looking for a job is exhausting, and it can make even the strongest of us doubt ourselves. How can you overcome self-doubt so that it doesn’t come through in your search? Find Your Dream Job guest Juliet Murphy says you start by believing that you have something to offer. You also need to think about what your colleagues praise you for. Juliet reminds us that it’s normal to be nervous when interviewing for a position but when you believe in yourself, your energy is high and you project confidence that you are exactly what that company needs.  About Our Guest: Juliet Murphy (https://www.linkedin.com/in/julietmurphy/) is a leading career strategist who specializes in executive advancement and millennial leadership development. Her company’s services include resume writing, executive coaching, and career branding. Resources in This Episode: If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, let Juliet help. Find out more about her services at julietmurphy.com/. (https://julietmurphy.com/) Sign up to recei

We’ve all been there - it’s 10:00 at night and we’re hitting “apply” on every possible opportunity we see on the job boards. It’s called panic applying and it’s harming your job search. What should you do instead? Find Your Dream Job guest Cassie Spencer says you have to start with a list of your non-negotiables. Next, make a solid plan for your job search, and remember that panic applying tends to lead to more stress. Cassie also recommends checking in on your goals weekly and changing your strategy if the current one isn’t working.  About Our Guest: Cassie Spencer (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cassiespencer1/) is a career coach, a higher education professional, and the co-host of the “Your Career GPS Podcast.” Her clients range from college students to seasoned career changers. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Cassie on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/careercoachcassie/) to be updated on her podcast, Your Career GPS. From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http:

What does your resume look like? Is it a list of your experience by year, followed by a summary of your past responsibilities? If that sounds familiar, it’s time to adopt a new strategy. Find Your Dream Job guest Claire Davis is here to share why your resume needs to sell you to the hiring manager. Claire explains that selling yourself is simply showing how your skills and experience are the answer to the company’s problems. Instead of focusing on your accomplishments, focus on how you were able to get results for your past employers based on the skills you possess.  About Our Guest: Claire Davis (https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairemdavis/) is a career consultant and the founder of Traction Resume. (http://www.tractionresume.com/) Resources in This Episode: Would you like to improve your resume in 30 minutes? Head over to Claire’s website at www.tractionresume.com/ to learn how. ((http://www.tractionresume.com/)) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http://macslist.org/top

Are you approaching your job search like a loser? Those are harsh words, but if you’re spending hours searching job boards and applying to any job you think you can get, you can’t expect to find a job you will love. Find Your Dream Job guest Rupert French says you have to take control of your job search campaign. Rupert shares how to create an advisory board, craft a mission statement, and build an achievable timeline for finding the position you want.  About Our Guest:  Rupert French (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rupertfrench/) is the founder and owner of The Job Winners (https://www.jobwinners.com.au/). His company has helped thousands of people plan and find new careers. Rupert is also the author of How to Get a Good Job After 50: A step-by-step guide to job search success (https://www.amazon.com/How-Good-After-step-step/dp/1925820823). Resources in This Episode: Learn more about how Rupert has helped thousands find their dream jobs by going to jobwinners.com.au/. (https://www.jobwinners.com.au/) From

You’re ready to switch careers, maybe even career fields. You’ve got an idea of what you want to do but you aren’t sure where to start. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Em Bookstein (https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilybookstein/) and I talk about how they overcame imposter syndrome in order to move into a new industry. Em also shares how informational interviews helped them get answers to the questions they had about a potential employer. Learn more about Em’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series. (https://www.macslist.org/success-stories/fundraising-for-social-justice-em-booksteins-job-search-success-story) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Job seeking in an ongoing pandemic has brought many changes to how we look for work. In-person meetings are nearly a thing of the past and online etiquette matters more than ever. Find Your Dream Job guest Renata Bernarde says your LinkedIn profile is the most important thing you have in the current job culture. She also shares the best way to connect with others on LinkedIn, and how to set up a job-seeking routine that protects your health and reduces stress. Being adaptable to change will serve you well when seeking a job in a worldwide pandemic.  About Our Guest: Renata Bernarde (https://www.linkedin.com/in/renatabernarde/) is the host of The Job Hunting Podcast (https://www.renatabernarde.com/podcast). Renata is also the creator of Job Hunting Made Simple, an online course and coaching program for executives. Resources in This Episode: If you’re ready to achieve your career goals, learn more about how Renata can help you by visiting her website at www.renatabernarde.com/jhms. (http://www.renatabernarde

If you have a tendency to feel anxious during interviews, maybe it’s time to incorporate some well-timed humor. Humor can alleviate stress and help build rapport with others, even hiring managers. Find Your Dream Job guest Loren Greiff says you need to strike a balance between using humor and trying to be a comedian. You want to be yourself, not making jokes for the sake of getting a laugh, but taking advantage of an opportunity to lighten the mood. Loren also says it is crucial to practice your humor before any interview to be sure it lands well.  About Our Guest: Loren Greiff (https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorengreiff/) is the founder and president of PortfolioRocket.com.(https://portfoliorocket.com/) Loren teaches her clients a search process to find and land positions in the hidden job market. Resources in This Episode: If you’re ready to leave the job scene behind and embark on your dream career, find out how Loren can help by visiting her website at portfoliorocket.com. (https://portfoliorocket.com/)

One of the challenges of changing career fields is convincing a hiring manager that your previous jobs prepared you for this new industry. What’s even more challenging is accomplishing that on your resume. Find Your Dream Job guest Melanie Denny says to start with clarity; clarity on what you want and how your most recent couple of jobs prepared you for that particular position. Melanie also advises adding any courses or education you’ve completed and using the correct jargon for the job you want.  About Our Guest: Melanie L. Denny (https://www.linkedin.com/in/melanieldenny/) is an award-winning resume expert, nationally certified LinkedIn strategist, and international career speaker. She’s also the author of The Job Seeker’s Secret Guide to LinkedIn. Resources in This Episode: Get your copy of Melanie’s Job Search Success Kit by visiting bit.do/jobsearchsuccesskit. (https://melaniedenny.kartra.com/page/jssk) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http://macslist.org/topres

You don’t have to search far to see companies hiring these days; it seems there are openings everywhere. But that isn’t true for everyone who wants a new job. Some people are struggling to find a job even in this job market. Find Your Dream Job guest Cathy Lanzalaco says that part of the reason is due to passive job seekers, those people who didn’t plan to look for a new job, but just want to know what’s out there. Cathy says to stand out today, you have to actively network and target specific companies. She suggests taking a different strategy if you want to see different results.  About Our Guest: Cathy Lanzalaco (https://www.linkedin.com/in/cathylanzalaco/) is CEO of Inspire Careers (https://www.inspirecareers.com/). Her company helps new college graduates, executives, and professionals across the country land jobs and create careers they love. Resources in This Episode: Inspire Careers (https://www.inspirecareers.com/)has support centers located strategically throughout the United States. If you need a

What happens when you find the job you feel you were made for but your background and experience don’t seem to fit? You may have all the right skills but in an entirely different field. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Steph Routh (https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephrouth/) and I talk about how to present yourself in such a way that hiring managers can relate your experience to the position they’re hiring for. Steph also openly shares how she overcame major rejection in her job search, and the lessons she learned that led her to finally getting hired for her dream job. Learn more about Steph’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series. (https://www.macslist.org/success-stories/staying-true-to-your-values-steph-rouths-job-search-success-story) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The skills listed in a job posting aren’t the only things you need to focus on in a job search. You bring a lot more to the table than merely a list of hard skills, says Find Your Dream Job guest, Dr. Carol Parker Walsh. Carol suggests making a list of every skill you have, figuring out what you care about the most, and then deciding which of those things match the job you want. Carol says that employers are looking for a whole person, not a list, and she shares how to bring your whole self into any interview situation.  About Our Guest: Dr. Parker Walsh (https://www.linkedin.com/in/parkerwalsh/) is a career strategist, executive coach, and the founder of the Career Rebel Academy. She works with high-achieving women at midlife. Resources in This Episode: If you’re a woman at midlife who is ready to be both successful and fulfilled, find out how Dr. Parker Walsh can help you by visiting her website at www.carolparkerwalsh.com/career-rebel-academy (http://www.carolparkerwalsh.com/career-rebel-academy) From

Switching careers is a challenge at best and can become overwhelming. What if there was a way to shorten the process and make it less painful? There is, and the answer is to find mentors to help you, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kwan Segal. Kwan suggests you start by identifying the industry and specific companies you’d like to work in. Be flexible and willing to meet with someone in that company, even if they’re in a different position than you’re seeking. Kwan reminds us that none of us succeed alone, so reach out to others who can become your mentors and help you make your career switch less overwhelming.  About Our Guest: Kwan Segal (https://www.linkedin.com/in/kwansegal/) is a human capital consultant and the founder of ICAway (https://www.icaway.com/). It’s a career coaching company for international students and immigrants in the US. Resources in This Episode: If you’re an international student or immigrant, Kwan wants to help you. Find out more by visiting her website at www.icaway.com (https://w

Do you know it’s time to look for a new job but you keep putting it off? Maybe it seems overwhelming or you don’t know where to begin. The way to beat job search procrastination is to figure out exactly what you’re avoiding. Find Your Dream Job guest Dr. Ursina Teuscher suggests deciding what your next step should be and taking only that step. Dr. Teuscher also recommends treating a job search like a job. Most of us can do something fairly unpleasant if it’s for work. Finally, create rewards for yourself for completing the tasks you’ve been avoiding.  About Our Guest: Dr. Ursina Tuescher (https://www.linkedin.com/in/ursina-teuscher/) is a licensed career counselor with a doctorate in applied psychology. She helps her clients make big decisions, find clarity about values, and achieve goals. Resources in This Episode: If you need guidance on making big decisions in your life, find out more about how Dr. Tuescher can help by visiting her website at www.teuscher-coaching.com/. (http://www.teuscher-coaching.com

Are you spreading the net too wide when it comes to looking for your next job? You need to remain flexible as a job seeker but without focus, says Find Your Dream Job guest Markell Morris, you are likely to become overwhelmed with options. Markell suggests beginning by defining exactly what it is you want to do and the skills you can bring to that position. Clarity is paramount when deciding where you should go next. Markell also shares the value in taking things slowly, and building your confidence one step at a time.  About Our Guest: Markell Morris (https://www.linkedin.com/in/markellmorris/) inspires, encourages, and empowers professionals to live their best life. She has created career information resources and programs that educate, guide, and mentor people in support of pursuing meaningful careers from a place of possibility and abundance. Resources in This Episode: Is it time to take control of your career? Find out how Markell can help you by visiting her website at www.futures-in-motion.com. (htt