Caffeinate Your Career: Coffee and Conversation with Career and Financial Experts

We're excited to kick off our 3 part Recruiter series! Do you wonder what recruiters do all day? How do they find candidates? Or even choose which ones to call? Do they even know the role they're working on? Join Jason Hopper & guest host Scott Butnick when they discuss a day in the life of a recruiter! You'll learn insight to how recruiters work, how busy they are, and why they as...

Job search is a mindset game! And there will be slow times. So things have cooled off, now what? Join Jason Hopper when he discusses how to stay motivated when your job search is slow. You'll learn techniques to stay positive, how to gain other's trust, and where to continue to network during down times.

4 million people graduate college each year. That is a lot of people entering the workforce! But job search is hard, and recent grads are finding it more and more difficult to land jobs! Join Jason Hopper and guest host JFS Sr. Director of Stability & Supportive Services Jill Tokumoto, Ph. D. . when they discuss why college grads are unemployed. You'll learn how to beat your competition, w...

AI is not going away. But are entry level jobs? Join Jason Hopper & guest host Veteran Career Specialist Sean Sweeden, CDR when they discuss how to get an entry level job when AI is eliminating them. You'll learn AI resistant roles, how to gain experience in your field, and tactics for building a portfolio.

Lay offs seem to keep coming, and coming, and coming! What happens if you get laid off? What's next? Join me and guest host Veteran Career Specialist Sean Sweeden, CDR when we discuss how to navigate a lay off. You'll learn how to expand your network, how to study your finances, and how to reframe the experience positively.

When it comes to your job search, you need to know the facts. Labor market data can help you prepare your job search process. I discuss how labor market information can affect your job search. You'll learn how to determine salary expectations, how data shows job market competition, and how to use the data to determine a long term career.

Scammers are out there trying to steal your identity and money. It's important to be vigilant, and not let them take advantage of your kind nature! Join Jason Hopper & guest host JFS Financial Coach Brenda Butnick when they discuss scams and financial fraud. You'll learn how to recognize scammer's tricks, different types of scams they pull, and what to do if you fall for a scam!

Job search is hard. Especially if you are 55 years old or older. Join Jason Hopper and JFS Senior Director of Career & Financial Services Jill Tokumoto, Ph. D. when they talk tips for experience rich job seekers. You'll learn how to leverage your experience, networking skills, and overcoming age bias.

Job search is hard. And it can be daunting if you are considering changing careers! Join Jason Hopper and guest host career & financial coach Ronda Robinson when they discuss how to sucessfully pivot in your career! You'll learn how to create your narrative, tactics for networking, and how to overcome fear of change

It's important to be visible in your job search. Who knows you, and what your next career move isgoing to be? Creating content on LinkedIn is key in building your brand, and being visible. Jason breaks down types of content to post on LinkedIn. You'll learn how to day trade attention, what to post, and understanding the algorithms on LinkedIn.

Job search trends are going to change from year to year. That includes interviewing techniques. Guest host JFS Sr. HR Director Ashley Leonard, MBA, SHRM-CP and Jason spit 🔥 discussing interviewing tips for 2025! You will learn new techniques for understanding AI screening, what strategic questions to ask, and how to close!

Your team may be awesome, but sometimes personalities clash. Or do not quite gel. Or maybe we just need to talk it out! You got conflict! Guest host JFS Sr HR Director and Jason Hopper discuss how to resolve conflict on teams! You'll learn how to address issues, clarify root causes, and how to become an active listener.

During the interview, you will be asked, "Do you have any questions for me?" This is your chance to dig, and uncover pieces of the position the interviewer may not have spoken about yet. But....there are some questions the recruiter will not have an answer to because it's not their job to know the ins & outs of the position. Join Jason Hopper & guest host JFS HR Director Ashl...

People will often ask for feedback. Did you know that feedback is a gift? Join Jason Hopper and JFS HR Director Ashley Leonard, MBA, SHRM-CP when they discuss why feedback is a gift! You'll learn performance clarity, how to strengthen relationships, and how feedback drives innovation!

If you are on the job hunt, you need to understand that you are the product. Do you know how to effectively sell yourself? Jason Hopper and guest host Jeff Klein discuss how to create an effective elevator pitch. You'll learn the value you can bring to an employer, what networking actually is, and how to network your way into your next job!

Have you ever had a bad interview? You know, the ones that haunt you? 👻 Jason Hopper and guest host JFS Voluneer Programs Manager Lyz Latson discuss ghosts of interviews past! They will tell their stories of past bad interviews, and what they could have done to improve their chances at getting hired. You'll learn how to control your narrative, how toprepare for the interview, and what to do i...

Have you ever wondered what a CEO actually does in a company? Join Jason Hopper & guest host Cathy Barker for a discussion on all things chief executive officer related at JFS! You'll learn what Cathy does here, CEO interviewing style, and funny story of when Jason interviewed with Cathy!

Job search is hard. And you are going to need to get used to some disappointment. But then, you need to bounce back! Join Jason Hopper & guest host Scott Butnick when they discuss job search resilience. You'll learn how to reframe rejection, how to control your process, and ways to boost your confidence!

Do you know why the employer is talking to you? Join Jason Hopper & guest host Jill Tokumoto, Ph. D. when they discuss the hidden reasons for an interview. You'll learn how to determine culture fit, how to avoid red flags, and why storytelling is awesome!

Who is a job search expert? Cause it seems everyone out there is giving advice. Not all of it is good, up to date or even accurate. Join Jason Hopper as he talks about who is a job search expert. You'll learn how certain people can help with job search, where you can go and get help from professionals, and who you should not be listening to!

Companies are laying people off. This includes government employees. There's suddenly a lot of talented people on the job hunt! Join Jason Hopper & guest host Scott Butnick when they discuss job search tips for a highly competitive market. You'll learn how to stand out, ways to be selective in applying to jobs, and unique practices for following up!

Job search is hard.  And the longer it goes on, the more likely you may burn out. No one wants that! Join Jason Hopper & Ja'Net Jones when they discuss job search burnout! You'll learn how to recognize signs of burnout, how to prioritize self care, and how to beat job search burnout!

If you are on the job hunt, a company's culture is important. After all, you do not want to get into a new position only to discover later that it's a toxic micromanaged mess! Join Jason Hopper & Ja'Net Jones when they discuss asking culture based questions in an interview. You'll learn why culture based questions are important, finding the right fit, and is the company's values align with you...

Job search is hard! There are a lot of moving pieces to it, and you are going to need an actionable plan. Join Jason Hopper & guest hosts Scott Butnick & Jim Warner, when they discuss the 5 Ps of Job Search! You'll learn what the 5 Ps are, how to position yourself into being consistent with your job search, and why a plan is so important for your success!

Job search is hard! And there are a lot of moving parts, but before you begin the hunt, ask yourself, "Are you job search ready?" Join Jason Hopper & guest host Scott Butnick when they discuss how to get ready for your job search. You'll learn to assess your skills, create the right tools for job search, and build a positive mindset.