World at Work

"Get engaged on the platform and comment on other people's posts. People will notice and the algorithm will reward you for that." As a job seeker, optimizing your LinkedIn presence is crucial for achieving greater exposure and connections in your industry. Too may people waste time tirelessly updating their LinkedIn profile without seeing any results. That's because to really be effective your str...

"If you identify people's levels of self-motivation properly, you give yourself the best chance to find the best hire that you've ever made." Are you hiring for yesterday's needs or for the future? In this episode, Jody and I discuss the importance of identifying self-motivated candidates who leave a lasting legacy. The people you hire will have a direct impact on the organization's legacy. This w...

"Avoid using buzzwords in your cover letters and resumes, and instead, focus on providing tangible evidence of your skills and experiences." When I first heard about Chat GPT, I had no idea that it would become such a valuable tool. Not only does it help with digital marketing endeavors , it also plays an unexpected role in the world of job-seeking. The more I explore it the more I find that like...

"If you focus on what you should say, you won't have to worry about what you don't have to say or what you shouldn't say." In a recent World at Work podcast episode, Jody and I explore the crucial role of transparency in the hiring process, especially for candidates who were not selected for a position. Jody has a personal experience with a transparent hiring process. He was given clear feedback d...

"Being able to be action oriented is so important because people at the end of the day, they're hiring you to solve a problem." In an episode of the World at Work podcast, Cassie and I talk about the significance of being action-oriented during job interviews and on resumes. One of the most important things in an interview is sharing specific examples and experiences. Avoid providing hypothetical...

"People will care as much as you show them that you care." In this episode of World at Work, Jody Maberry joins me to talk about the irony of the best retention strategy for an organization: giving people a great boss. When I took on a team struggling with low motivation and high turnover, I never expected that the key to success would be found in the power of genuine care. With dedication and the...

"The willingness to learn, grow, and drive to become better personally and professionally is an appeal to business leaders." Feeling anxious about job interviews? We've all been there. Tim was too, until he found an unexpected way to own both his strengths and weaknesses. It not only helped him ace the interview and get the job, but it also changed the way he saw himself as a professional. In this...

In this episode, Tim and Jody Maberry talk about how having a clear, objective process takes the pressure off and sets both you and the applicant up for success. Episode Highlights: W hat to communicate in advance to the person who's doing the referring Why not receiving favoritism benefits the employee that's been referred What courage has to do with this process and how to exert it Reach out to...

In this episode, Tim shares his best tips for job seekers especially how to handle employment gaps on your resume. There are ways to position yourself whether you are straight out of college with little to no industry experience or are are wanting to transition from one industry to another. Tim and Cassie Tucker share tangible examples to further guide you as you put together a resume that will gi...

I n this episode Tim and Jody Maberry talk about the most important steps to take when onboarding a new employee, and how to go the extra mile to set them up for success. Episode highlights: What you should specifically be telling your existing team prior to you new employees arrival How to make it easy for your new employee to make inroads with the team they're joining A creative way to set the s...

During this episode Tim Dyck and Jody Maberry talk about the conscious and subconscious ways that you may be quiet firing someone. Do you know this can negatively impact your reputation and your bottom line?   Episode highlights:   How quiet firing can put your employees in harm's way Why one simple check in is more crucial now more than ever How your kindness may be inhibiting an employee's self...

During this episode Cassie and I talk about how to network genuinely. Tim shares a powerful example of how genuine networking led to a mentorship that far outweighs any professional reward or fulfillment, and helped him gain the courage to take the leap and begin Best Culture Solutions. Episode highlights: How to personalize your outreach when you are reaching out to someone you admire Tips on how...

In this episode, Tim and Jody Maberry cover quiet quitting from several different angles, plus Tim shares great advice on how to best handle it. He also shares what quiet firing is and gives some examples of how it makes a bad situation even worse. Episode highlights: Why extra curricular activities should not be considered a determining factor How your choices can lead to an unpleasant self fulfi...

In this episode, Tim and Cassie got into the do's and don'ts that will keep your resume from being rejected by the tracking system used by most recruiters. Grab your pen and paper and get ready to take notes! We're setting you up for success! Episode highlights:   Why simple text resume beat the fancy, modern versions every time What part of the application process you get to control How to make y...

In this episode Tim, and cohost Jody Maberry, cover all the bases in regards to the benefits of doing stay interviews as opposed to only interviewing employees that exit. By doing these you will gain a competitive edge and valuable insights that will help you continue to improve your work culture.. Episode Highlights: What question will best indicates if your employee likes working at your company...

Being laid off is challenging to navigate in more ways than one. Tim's here to set you up for success with some great tips and insights you won't want to miss. He and Cassie are talking about everything from mindset to severance pay. Episode highlights: What employers do before laying someone off that most often backfires How to avoid worrying about the worst case scenarios post lay off What to do...

In this episode, Tim shares some of his best book recommendations and invites you to reach out and share some of your own. He also extends the opportunity to receive a more extensive list for anyone who's interested in continuing to develop their leadership skills beyond a handful of books. Jody Maberry co-hosts this episode and includes a bonus book selection of his own and a great story to go wi...

In this episode, Tim and Cassie have a great conversation about how the job industry is shifting in ways that benefit the job seeker and gives them the ability to make strong, comfortable financial decisions based on the increased opportunities. Episode highlights: How to successfully take on a remote, hybrid role Which big companies have dropped their prior college requirements What purpose, valu...

In this episode, Tim shares counterintuitive tactics and perspectives that will help you improve your retention rates and learn to lead more successfully while doing it. Episode highlights: how and why to support people who choose to resign what book Tim recommends that can shift your retention rates dramatically how revisiting your value proposition can be part of the solution Quotes: "Employers...

On this episode Tim and his co-host, Cassie Tucker, talk about a side of the great resignation that you may not already be familiar with. Tim also shares his prediction for whether or not the job shortage will resolve itself in the new year and the reasons behind his opinion. Episode highlights: What one point of clarity Tim recommends that you prioritize Why there's been great regret during the g...

Would it surprise you to find out that over 80% of interviews are done via video nowadays? That's a big number! In this episode Tim shares his best insights that range from how to show up for a video interview, to how to end one properly. And, of course, there are lots of great tips in between. Episode highlights: Why you should pause for 5-7 seconds before speaking How to use body language on vid...

In this episode you'll not only learn how and why to overcome rejection during the job seeking process, you'll learn how to face less of it. Episode highlights: How to turn a no into a yes Which app Tim love to recommend to his job seeking clients What immediately tips off the job recruiter as to how you'd be able to help them Aside from the great highlights, Tim's co-host, Cassie Tucker, shares a...

Whether you've never heard the term ATS (applicant tracking system), or you have and are tired of the uphill battle, this episode will teach you the do's and don't so that your application gets identified as one that matches what the hiring company is looking for. Episode Highlights How the ATS benefits you as the applicant The advantage of using a word cloud (here's the link mentioned in the epis...

In this episode, Tim breaks down exactly how you can use your resume to paint a memorable picture that helps recruiters begin to envision you in the role they're hoping to fill. If you can get them to do this, you've got a great shot! Towards the end of the episode, Cassie Tucker asks additional questions which lead to even more insights that'll help you save time and energy as you dive into the p...

Having a title doesn't necessarily equip you for being great at sourcing talent. As a matter of fact, eighty percent of people in roles having to interview others have received zero training to do so, which makes recruitment even more of an uphill battle. In this episode Tim and Jody Maberry talk about the most important reasons investing in a recruiting agency is a great move depending on your co...