Career Warrior Podcast

Today, our minisode is about some resume myths that need to die.  Guys listen: there’s a lot of garbage advice going around in the resume world, and my goal here is to give these myths a swift kick to the pants and lay them to rest in their muddy grave. What is a muddy grave? I don’t know, just made it up, but it felt right. These are some resume myths that needs to die. And it all revolves a...

Today, we’re going to talk about job application tips that may surprise you. These tips will help you get more success in your applications -- as many job seekers forget about them or simply don’t know about them.  There is so much I’ve learned in the last 6 years running a resume service by talking to recruiters, managers, and job seekers, and I thought it would be a waste of knowledge if I...

Today we cover a tough question: how do I say the word “no” gracefully? This episode is bonus material on how to manage your time effectively, and we know that if you get comfortable with saying “no,” you’ll do a better job with managing your time. We cover how to politely decline project requests (even if they are from your boss) and how to turn down a job offer without burning bridges.  Lis...

Maybe you’re figuring out how to achieve that next level in your career. Maybe you’re unsure how that next level can happen without another degree. Well, this episode is for you.  My next guest started from the bottom, and now he’s here on this podcast. Today I brought on Mark Hayward, host of the Absolute Business Mindset , a great podcast focused on business, personal development, and...

Today, we’re going to talk about how to address a layoff in your job application. We’re going to cover these following questions in your job application process.  When should you address the layoff? Where should you address the layoff? How should you address the layoff? Resources Mentioned #5) Career Coach Al Robinette on Getting Laid Off Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more i...

Today, we’re going to cover our relationship with the most precious asset we have: time.  Yes, we're going to get this whole time management thing down, because with this superpower, you’ll become the best professional you were meant to be. You’ll be a more efficient job seeker.  I was working on a project, and before I knew it...the day was over, and I had only completed half the tasks...

We discuss during today's episode how to boost engagement on LinkedIn and leverage those connections! This episode includes audio from a live virtual event we did for Austin Job Seekers, Recruiters, and Career Warriors about networking on LinkedIn. We included a few solid questions that job seekers asked in regards to their networking on the platform. Hope you enjoy. Please connect with me on Link...

Today, we’re going to talk about how to get aligned with the jobs that define our careers. Why should you listen to this episode? Maybe you’re finding that an apathetic (or even draining) energy consumes you at work. You show up to work. You grind it out. You show up the next day. Rinse, repeat...and boom, thank God it’s the weekend. So now you decide: it’s time for a change, and you’re open...

For this episode, we present the best words of wisdom of past episodes from the career experts. We’ve heard so many amazing nuggets of wisdom during the end of our episodes, that we thought we would stitch them together for you and present them for this Thursday mashup episode. We hope that you use this episode for encouragement and a boost to have the best job search possible.  Resources for...

Today, we’re going to talk about LinkedIn Premium. Is Premium Career worth it for job seekers? We’re going to cover some key features from LinkedIn Premium Career, draw in my own insights on how job seekers should be using LinkedIn, and we’ll talk about whether or not it will be useful for you.  Here's what we cover: What I’m going to cover here are some of the features that you can use and...

Today, we cover 4 questions you need to ask in your career! Where you can use this advice: feedback conversations with your boss, conflict resolution, salary negotiation, accomplishing milestone career goals, and even in personal relationships. About our guest: Alexandra Carter is the author of  ASK FOR MORE: Ten Questions to Negotiate Anything   (Simon & Schuster; May 5, 2020) ...

Today, we’re going to talk about negotiation and open your mind to how it can change your life.  Listen: maybe you want to land a better job with a better salary -- or even become more respected in your career. A key theme: Negotiation is for everyone, and people need to expand their minds about what negotiation is. Alexandra Carter is the author of ASK FOR MORE: Ten Questions to Negotia...

Today, we will discuss three bold & unique ways to stand out in your job application! You probably aren't doing these things -- and once you do, you will get an edge on your competition. Here's what we cover: Showing (not telling) with relevant hyperlinks Job post problem solving (calling out the #1 issue) Relevant LinkedIn recommendations Connect with me on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin...

Today, we’re going to talk about failing forward as it pertains to your career. As we learn in this stimulating conversation, how you frame failure can determine whether you’re going to taking leaps forward in your career or not. My next guest, Michael Ryan, is the author of the book Make Your Career Go BOOM! Not Bust: Practical Tips to Succeed in an Ever-Changing World. Legendary business author...

Chris Villanueva shows how you can go above and beyond when writing your next cover letter. Because most cover letters are written very generically, you have a special opportunity to stand out in your next application by getting specific and targeted. Don't be like the 99% -- stand out in your next application by writing a top 1% cover letter. Resource mentioned in the episode: Our other podcast o...

Today, we’re going to cover some wonderful strategies you can use when working from home.  Why should you listen to this episode? Maybe you are working from home right now, and you’re finding it hard to be productive. Or maybe you’re applying for remote work positions, and you know you’re going to need to make a shift to a different lifestyle. Today’s episode is all about mastering the art of...

Today is all about personal brand. We have an amazing repeat guest for today's podcast episode. Author Kanika Tolver will be joining us today to discuss brand and mindset during the COVID-19 era. Kanika is a career coach and author of the book, Career Rehab: Rebuild Your Personal Brand and Rethink the Way You Work. In Career Rehab, Tolver helps readers strip away what's holding them back to create...

Today is all about positioning yourself to move up the career ladder! We’ll hear resume, networking, and career growth advice from George McGehrin , the all-star headhunter who founded the McGehrin Group . George has a degree from the University of Oxford and has a secret talent of “picking out needle in the haystack talent for clients”. His clients often seek to hire CEOS, CFOS, and many other se...

Today, we’re going to talk about Jobscan . This is a good episode to introduce you to the tool if you haven’t heard about it already. And I’m going to offer you my take on what some potential benefits and drawbacks may be of the tool.  What we'll cover: What are applicant tracking systems? Applicant tracking systems are a tool used by companies to keep track of applicants. And if you’re a lar...

Today, we’re going to talk about three unconventional ways you can land your next job! Because aren't you tired by now of applying the same old way every time? My next guest, Nissar Ahamed, is the Founder & CEO of CareerMetis.com , a publication dedicated to helping job seekers and freelancers with actionable advice and resources. He is also the host of The Career Insider Podcast and the...

Get 20% off any resume package by visiting letseatgrandma.com and using the promo code Podcast2020 (expires end of April) Today, we’re going to talk about a common point of confusion among job seekers: If I’m applying for multiple jobs, what should my LinkedIn profile look like? Here are the three points I cover today in regards to this topic: Get true clarity. Encapsulate both positions. Nothing...

This is your ultimate guide to reach out messages on LinkedIn, email, and other channels! Because today, we’re going to talk in DETAIL about crafting the best reach out messages possible during your job search.  Why you will want to listen to this episode: Maybe you’re struggling with just what to say in your reach out messages. Maybe it gives you anxiety to be met by rejection, and you’re ju...

Want to land a dream job? Here's how to do so. Today, we’re going to talk about the best way to actually hit your goals. The answer is getting your process down --a process that you love. Here are the questions I ask during the exercise: Question Set #1 (5 minutes): What is the one thing you hope to accomplish in the next three months? And if you’re listening to this during a dark time, what do yo...

Chris Villanueva, CPRW breaks down the highlighter exercise -- one of the best things you can do to get your resume prepared for applications! Chris touches upon the concept of being targeted and writing a resume that's short and powerful. Hope you enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we're going to talk about unlocking your creativity during a period of transition. Our amazing speaker today is Clara Chorley. In the recording, Clara talks about how to get creative -- and discusses the 4 stages of career transition. Clara is a career satisfaction expert who founded her business during the Great Recession. Clara has helped many professionals land better jobs and start thei...