Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16293&preview=true )  Most job searches lack direction because people can't answer a fundamental question: What specific work would actually energize you? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Theresa White, career clarity means more than understanding your skills and values — it requires knowing whic...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16287&preview=true )  Career pivots during uncertain times can lead to unexpected opportunities. Find Your Dream Job guest Mitch Kutin successfully transitioned from fitness gym operations manager to university recruiter, navigating the shift from hands-on physical work to a professional office environ...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16291&preview=true )  Job searching involves invisible emotional labor that can quietly erode your confidence and self-worth. According to Find Your Dream Job guest Alondra Canizal Hsu, constant rejection and uncertainty cause job seekers to question their value, especially when they don't receive feed...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16289&preview=true )  Your story is your most powerful job search tool, yet most candidates fail to use it effectively. According to Find Your Dream Job guest Levi Gaytan, job seekers without personal narratives appear formulaic and forgettable to hiring managers. Stories create connections, showing em...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16262&preview=true )  Starting a job search without a strategy is like wandering in the dark. According to Find Your Dream Job guest Mher Mardoyan, most job seekers make the mistake of immediately updating their resume and applying online without a clear focus. This "spray and pray" approach leads to z...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16242&preview=true )  A successful job search starts with self-knowledge, not sending out applications. According to Find Your Dream Job guest Aoife O’Brien, many job seekers make the mistake of jumping into similar roles after feeling unhappy at work, only to land in the same situation again. Aoife’s...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16240&preview=true ) Job searching requires both emotional resilience and strategic efficiency. Find Your Dream Job guest Jontae Grace learned this during his six-month job search after being laid off, including the crushing disappointment of reaching final interviews twice without receiving an offer....

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16227&preview=true )  Do you hesitate to share with a hiring manager what other opportunities you’re pursuing? Do you think this will hurt your chances of being hired? Find Your Dream Job guest Carly Richter says it’s actually the opposite. Letting a potential employer know of other possible options is...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16221&preview=true )  It may not be difficult to find a job, but to find one that is personally and professionally fulfilling can be much harder. How do you approach a job search that ends with a position you love? Find Your Dream Job guest Elona Landau suggests beginning with self-reflection. What are...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16218&preview=true ) Menopause is not merely a personal journey; it also affects your career trajectory. It’s estimated that 25% of women will refuse a promotion due to menopausal symptoms. Find Your Dream Job guest Tatiana Graham says these symptoms can last for 7-10 years and impact the way you show...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16201&preview=true )  Finding a new job can be an exhausting process, but it doesn’t have to be. Find Your Dream Job guest Jeremy Cline says there are some simple ways to streamline the process to make it more enjoyable, as well as more efficient. Jeremy suggests setting up templates, creating a set of...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16161&preview=true ) You need a job and you need it now. So you spend hours staring at a computer screen, stressing over the perfect resume and cover letter, and hitting “quick apply.” But Find Your Dream Job guest Shannon Aniciete says you’re doing yourself and your health a disservice by approaching...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16158&preview=true )  Most people plan their careers only a few times in life: when graduating college, during a career change, or due to a move. But according to Find Your Dream Job guest Anne Lapour, you should continue to plan your career on a regular basis. Anne says our personal life changes affec...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16155&preview=true )  Whether you’ve been away from the workforce for a few months or a few years, it can feel challenging to find your way back. But you can relaunch with confidence, says Find Your Dream Job guest Heather Black. Heather states it isn’t uncommon to have times away from working a job, a...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16129&preview=true )  If relocation is in your future, the time to look for a new job is now. Don’t wait until after the move, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kimi Schiefer. Kimi suggests adding in your upcoming move when filling out your current location on application materials. And while it’s fine to...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16132&preview=true )  On May 15, we hosted our second quarterly event of 2025 in partnership with the University of Portland’s School of Business . More than 110 attendees gathered for networking and a panel discussion, “ How to Get a Marketing Job in Today’s Uncertain Economy: Why Analytics Gives You...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16069&preview=true )  Did you know that when you walk into an interview room, you are in the driver’s seat? If you struggle to know what to say during interviews, Find Your Dream Job guest Tanya Maldonado suggests teaching. You teach the employer who you are, what you have to offer, and how you have im...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16078&preview=true )  Communication is key when it comes to your job search. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job , Bryce Henshaw shares their tips for building connections with current colleagues and keeping up with former ones. Bryce also stresses the need for commitment in your career. Choos...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16043&preview=true)  What do you think an employer wants to hear from you in an interview? If you said, “My background and skills,” you aren’t wrong. But according to Find Your Dream Job guest Charles McGee, it goes much deeper than that. An employer wants quantifiable facts. How did you make a differen...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16008&preview=true )  Online applications attract thousands of people looking for a job, but they rule out their ability to stand out from the crowd in a sea of applicants. Find Your Dream Job guest Leila Singh says it isn’t difficult to distinguish yourself. You start by connecting with others. Cultiv...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15982&preview=true )  How do you determine what to do next in your career? That depends on your situation, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kathy Oneto. But if you have time to figure it out, Kathy suggests beginning with self-reflection. Examine peak moments in your work and personal life to determine w...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15979&preview=true )  Are you afraid to make a career change because you’re mid-career and you don’t want to start over? What if you didn’t have to? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Mark Crossfield, you can make a change by repurposing the skills and experience you’ve gained. Small steps lead to...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16041&preview=true ) What’s it like when a human resources director, who is used to being on the hiring end, has to look for a job? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job , Rikki Thompson shares her story of being out of work for 7 months, how she created a network in a brand new city, and how sh...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=15960&action=edit&classic-editor )  When you’re considering a new position, you should take the time to evaluate whether the job is what you’re looking for. That may seem obvious, but too many folks take the first job offered, says Find Your Dream Job guest William Corless, without considering what wo...

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: ( https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15957&preview=true ) What sets you apart in a job search isn’t your credentials; it’s the specific value you bring to a position. Hundreds of applicants can have the required experience and skills for the job. But Find Your Dream Job guest Laura Knights says how you communicate what you uniquely bring...