Career Warrior Podcast

Maybe you want that promotion. You want that title with more responsibility. Perhaps you are aiming for that manager role -- that director or VP role for that firm you like. This is your episode.   To speak on this topic, I brought on Career & Leadership Development Expert, Kimberly Brown. Kimberly is an accomplished speaker and podcast host whose mission is to empower women and peop...

In today's episode, I interviewed top-rated resume writers in my company who were producing great work and wowing clients. These are real resume writers who work weekly -- even daily -- to create resumes that get their clients results. I asked them about their process, what their secret sauce was, and even mistakes they've made when writing resumes. I believe you'll hear some great answers an...

Today we are going to discuss four rituals that you can use to have a successful job search. I expect that these tips will not only equip you for success but will also make you feel more fulfilled and strong when embarking on this part of your journey. The aim would be to land the right job for you faster, but also to arm you with some rituals that you can take even past the job search stage.&nbsp...

Today, we’re going to expose some of the tackiest and counterproductive gimmicks that job seekers are using in this day and age.  If you’re using these gimmicks, you’ll become aware that they are gimmicks so you can stop doing them. If you’re not, you’ll know never to try it or at least be entertained by this episode. Lastly, I’ll give you a substitute for what to do instead that is grounded...

To tackle the often nebulous topic of values,  I brought on the legendary Scott Miller. Recruited by Dr. Stephen Covey’s team, Scott built a 25-year career in the world’s most respected and influential leadership development firm serving in nearly every role imaginable. Keep in mind that this is the same firm and same Stephen Covey that is behind The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People Scott...

We’ll cover some things you likely haven’t heard of --- and we’ll take some of this episode to talk about how to handle this if you are either shy or introverted. If you’ve found that you’re getting to the interview stage but just aren’t making the cut, then you’ll want to listen to this episode. My next guest is Bogdan Zlatkov , a Senior Content Marketing Manager, ex-LinkedIn Insider, and author...

We're going to talk about how people search for you as a candidate and how to tailor your resume to get results. We'll talk about ATS software. And we'll cover hot topics such as: How can I tailor my resume without spending 20 hours on each version?  How specific should I get?  Does my resume always go through the ATS?  How does the ATS work?  How many keywords should I look to...

Diversity and inclusion are terms that are thrown around so much by corporations in 2021, but what does that actually mean? How does it all actually impact your job search? Well, today we are going to dive into both of these heavy-hitting questions during today’s episode. Whether or not you are a person of color, a job seeker or a recruiter, this episode will prove useful because my guest is sure...

In this episode, we will go over the different parts of a resume and show you how to make those sections  strong . We'll cover questions such as:  Should I include every skill that I have on my resume?  Should my education section come first?  How do I make my bullet points stand out?  Should I include hobbies and interests? Follow us Follow  Chris &nbs...

Today I brought on Steve Folland, Founder of Being Freelance and an Expert Video & Audio Content Producer. Steve made the career change from a full-time role in radio to self-employed life back in 2013 so he could have the flexibility to work around his kids. Six years ago he started the Being Freelance podcast which has since spawned a community and a course to help others start successful fr...

Today I brought on Dr. Jasmine Escalera, one of Jobscan's 2021 Top Job Search Experts to Follow on LinkedIn.  Dr. Jasmine Escalera is a confidence coach and career strategist for women of color. She has proven coaching programs that help her clients beat self-doubt so they can own their worth and boss-up in their careers or business. Jasmine earned her BS in Biochemistry from Pace University...

In today's episode, we tackle one of the major difficulties in writing a standout resume: including numbers. Listen to this episode to understand why you should include numbers, how to find them, and where to include them in the resume.  Follow us Follow  Chris  on LinkedIn Check us out on  Instagram Subscribe to  Let’s Eat, Grandma’s  YouTube channel for video podcas...

Today I brought on Noa Shaw, Life Coach and host of the I’m Here to Help podcast Noa Shaw is a certified life coach who guides his clients to become better versions of themselves by helping them identify and understand their purpose and achieve what they want in life.  With over 20 years of experience working in addiction treatment and helping clients rebuild their lives in the aftermath of t...

Today, we have a minisode where I try and answer common questions in 10 minutes or less. Today's question: How many words should be on my resume? This is a huge question by ambitious job seekers like you, and today, I’m going to break it down for you quickly. Resources: Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, Grandma Connect with me on LinkedIn Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

Today, I brought on Clara Chorley, Founder of Clarity Unlimited .  The world needs more good people with integrity who are in positions of power. And for over a decade, Clara Chorley has coached hundreds of experienced professionals into fulfilling careers where they’re valued and have meaningful influence and impact.    Clara’s unique international background spans 5 continent...

Today we have a minisode where I try and answer common questions in 10 minutes or less. We’ve been told time and time again that you need to select a LinkedIn cover photo different from the default setting. Today, I’m going to break it down for you quickly so you can pick the right photo for you that speaks to where you want to go in your career.  Resources: Order our Career Compass Bundle Ch...

Our guest, Adunola Adeshola, is a millennial career strategist who helps high-achieving corporate professionals secure new jobs they love at companies they love. She’s also a Forbes contributor where her career column on how to land a new job has been read over a million times and her expertise has been featured in The New York Times, Fast Company, Bloomberg, and other publications. Sinc...

Snag a copy of Dee Ann’s latest book, “Crush your Career” or purchase directly on Amazon Today I brought on  Dee Ann Turner, former vice president of talent for Chick-fil-A and CEO of Dee Ann Turner, LLC. Dee Ann Turner is a 35-year veteran in identifying, selecting, and growing talent. She has unparalleled insight and experience in talent acquisition, career and leadership development, and o...

Today I brought on Kerri Twigg, the founder, and operator of Career Stories. Through courses and coaching, Kerri helps people use their stories to grow their careers, whether they aim for a “job-job” or running their own business. And, if they’re not sure what kind of work, she helps with that too.  She has been helping people find and share their stories with confidence for nearly 20 years,...

If you're struggling to come up with accomplishment-based bullet points, listen to this episode. This one is all about bullet points. We'll talk about the importance of including results no matter what industry you're in, the CAR technique, and you'll find out just how many bullet points to include in each professional experience section.  Follow us: Follow  Chris  on LinkedIn Check...

Why you will want to listen to this episode.  Today I brought on Anna Liebel, a Leadership and Team Development Consultant and the host of the Genius Leadership Podcast.  Anna Liebel is a global citizen with a Ukrainian heart and a tech project manager dedicated to people growth. With an education from three European countries, 6+ years of project management experience within various ind...

People love to ask the question, "What's your secret sauce." In today's episode, I'll give you my true and honest answer about what I like to focus on when it comes to standing out with strong resume writing. You'll hear me talk about the importance of the fundamentals, accomplishment-based bullet points, and the summary of qualifications. We'll also touch on Jobscan and cover the idea of having a...

Today I brought on Fawn Germer, a four-time Pulitzer Prize nominee and best-selling author of nine books including an Oprah book. Fawn is a global keynote speaker who has presented to more than 80 Fortune 500 companies. For her new book, Coming Back!, this four-time, Pulitzer-nominated journalist interviewed more than 300 CEOs, senior executives, professors, workplace consultants, and professional...

Today, we’re going to dive deep with some career change topics that you may be wondering about.  Am I joining a company culture or a cult? What are some of the best tools and resources to determine my strengths and interests? Should I settle in my next job, especially if I have financial concerns? We’ll cover all of this with an insider access to our roundtable discussion with Lisa Lewis and...

Today I brought on Dr. Nadya Zhexembayeva, the “reinvention queen,” a scientist, entrepreneur, and author specializing in resilience. As a consultant, Dr. Nadya has helped companies including Coca-Cola, IBM, and L'Oreal Group reinvent their products, leadership practices, and business models to meet new market demands and prepare for incoming disruptions. As a speaker, she’s delivered keynotes to...