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This week, Jeff and I are diving into a topic that can feel like a high-stakes waiting game… promotions! It’s incredibly frustrating to feel like you’re crushing your current role only to be passed over, or worse, to feel pressured into a new position that you aren't even sure you want. We want to take the mystery out of moving up and help you feel confident in advocating for the career progr...

This week, Jeff and I are tackling an awkward conversation: asking for a raise. We know how terrifying it can feel to sit down and tell your boss you deserve more money, especially when you’re worried about being a "bother" or, worse, putting a target on your back. But you shouldn’t have to do the work of three people while only being paid for one. We’re here to help you navigate these h...

This week, Jeff and I are diving into the student resume. It is incredibly common to feel like you have nothing to offer an employer when your work history is thin, but we are here to tell you that you have way more to brag about than you realize! Whether you’re a student, a recent graduate, or a parent trying to help your kid get a head start, we’re going to show you how to turn everyday campus l...

This week, Jeff and I talked about the WORST part of the job search…the silence after you apply. It’s incredibly frustrating when you’re qualified for a role but just aren’t hearing back. If you’re feeling stuck or starting to take the lack of response personally, this episode we’re sharing exactly how to diagnose the silence, gain experience while unemployed, and the right way to follow up with a...

We’ve all had those moments where we missed a target, went over budget, or a project didn’t go as planned, and it can feel like those experiences are “un-hirable” dealbreakers. Employers aren’t looking for perfection; they’re looking for accountability and growth. In this episode, Jeff and I are going to show you how to take those stressful “losses” and reframe them into powerful wins for your res...

This week, Jeff and I are talking about how professional recruiters review resumes. It is almost IMPOSSIBLE to know what a recruiter is actually thinking when they look at your resume, but we’re pulling back the curtain on how hiring decisions are made and even walking through a live review to help you feel confident and prepared. This week, Jeff and I talk about: The 10-second resume scan Common...

This week, Jeff and I are diving into toxic workplaces. If you’ve ever felt stuck, drained, or unappreciated, please know that you aren’t alone. We want to help you identify those early red flags and show you how to protect your wellbeing while you plan your next move. This week, Jeff and I talk about: The definition of a toxic workplace Early warning signs to watch for The long-term career and he...

This week, Jeff and I are tearing up the "rulebook" to show you how to actually use your degrees and certifications to sell yourself. The biggest mistake we see isn't about where you went to school, it’s about how you present that information. We dive deep into why you should almost always remove your graduation dates to protect yourself from age discrimination, and how to handle th...

This week, Jeff and I are tackling a struggle that almost every job seeker faces but rarely talks about: the discomfort of "tooting your own horn."  We’ve been conditioned our whole lives to believe that bragging is rude, so when it comes time to write a resume or head into an interview, we suddenly feel the imposter syndrome kick in, just for sharing our successes. If you’ve ever felt l...

This week, Jeff and I are tackling the "messy" resume. If you’ve ever looked at your work history and felt like it was too complicated to explain, you aren’t alone. There are so many variables (gaps for family or school, received a quick promotion, or navigated a company merger) that it’s easy to feel like your background is a puzzle that won't fit together. We’re here to show you t...

This week, Jeff and I are diving into one of the most critical parts of your resume: branding and skills. We’re breaking down how to frame your professional story so that hiring managers can see your value in just a few seconds, without you feeling like you're "bragging" or overcomplicating things. In this episode, we cover: Using professional titles to control the “anchoring bias”...

Applying for jobs through online portals can feel like sending your resume into space. It’s frustrating when you spend hours on a beautiful design only to have the system scramble your information. This week, Jeff and I are demystifying the "robot" reading your resume and how to work WITH the Applicant Tracking System (ATS). This week, Jeff and I talk about: The reality of how ATS scanne...

This week, Jeff and I are diving into a frustrating reality for many job seekers: applying to dozens of roles and hearing absolutely NOTHING back. It is so easy to feel like you are the problem, but in reality, this is often a strategy problem. We want to help you move from being ghosted to getting the interview calls you deserve. In this episode, we cover: Why a 1-in-12 interview ratio is actuall...

This week, Jeff and I are tackling one of the most stressful topics for any job seeker… gaps in your resume. It is so easy to feel like a few years, months, or even weeks away from the workforce makes you "unhirable," but we promise you that is just not the case. Whether you were caring for family, traveling, or just taking a breath to find the right fit, these periods are incredibly com...

Getting laid off is tough, and if it has happened to you, the first thing Jeff and I want you to know is that it’s not your fault. It’s a failing of the company, not a reflection of your worth.  This week, we’re talking about how to handle the immediate aftermath of a layoff and how to turn this challenging moment into a massive professional advantage. We want to help you process the news, manage...

This week, Jeff and Greg are diving into a very upsetting topic: how to spot a layoff coming. If the thought of an impending layoff gives you anxiety, you are not alone. We’re going to give you the clear signs and practical steps you can take right now to protect yourself and turn a negative situation into a career relaunch. In this episode, we cover: Obvious red flags that mean a layoff is coming...

This week, Jeff and I are tackling the hardest interview questions that give every job seeker anxiety. We will discuss the questions that feel like traps and the one that can cost you the job offer or thousands of dollars if you answer wrong. Jeff and I will be giving you strategies and reading sample answers so you’ll know EXACTLY what to say. In this episode, we cover: How using a simple "c...

Practicing your interview answers feels awkward. We get it, but hear us out: you won’t sound robotic or scripted, you’ll just sound prepared. This week, Jeff and I are breaking down how to predict interview questions and structure every answer to impress the hiring panel.   In this episode, we cover: The myth that practicing makes you sound robotic The #1 most important skill for a strong intervie...

Employers are scared that you're putting on an act during your interview to trick them into hiring you. In this episode we’re breaking down the practical ways to earn the interviewer's trust so they believe you'll stay long-term and try your best while you’re there. This week, Jeff and I talk about: Why the first question is so important How to handle the "How are you?" qu...

When is the RIGHT time to leave a job? Should you hold out for a promotion or move to a new company? Are you staying too long? Or worse, leaving too quickly? In this episode we discuss the perfect timing for your next career move so you can maximize your salary potential. This week, Jeff and I talk about: The ideal job tenure for showing growth and increasing salary Why job hopping can lead to pay...

This week, Jeff and I dig into one of the most terrifying career moments: realizing your new job is not what you signed up for! Based on real horror stories submitted by listeners, we react, break down the red flags, and share practical advice for when a new job goes sideways.  In this episode, we cover: Spotting job red flags before you start How soon is too soon to quit a nightmare job What to d...

This week, Jeff and I are tackling one of the biggest causes of job searching stress: employment gaps.  We want you to know that having a gap is normal and okay, and it's not the massive disadvantage you might think it is.  In this episode, we cover: Why a pattern of gaps is the real red flag How long you can be unemployed without needing an explanation How to structure your resume to explain...

References are the last step of the hiring process. Who you ask will have an impact on if you get the final offer. This week, Jeff and I break down the whole reference process to help you understand the behind the scenes and the importance of building a strong network.  We’re talking about: The purpose of reference  Who to list (and who not to list) When and how to ask people to be a reference Ask...

A BIG confusion we hear from job seekers is which resume type they should be using? CV, Traditional, Modern Traditional, Functional? This week, Jeff and I break down the different types of resumes and, more importantly, tell you exactly which format you should be using to stop the confusion and get more interviews. In this episode, we cover: Why the "functional resume" is a bad idea The...

This episode could be worth TENs of THOUSANDS of DOLLARS for you! We’re talking about negotiating salary, bonuses, benefits, perks, vacations, conditions of work, hours, vacation and more! When we get a job offer… there is so much to consider before we give them our answer. Answering too quickly without thinking everything through could make you look bad and having you leaving a LOT on the table. ...