The Dream Job System Podcast

Austin shares his 4 step framework for effective interview preparation! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - You have to be super prepared for your interviews [1:36] - Show what you can do for the company [2:37] - Go through the job listing & anticipate interview questions [4:46] - Prep your answers & iterate Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode: Interview Prep Guide Want To Level Up Your J...

Austin shares the one question that can lead to a flywheel effect for your networking! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Create a networking flywheel [0:49] - Start with a conversation [1:15] - Build that relationship [1:44] - Ask this magic question [3:26] - Rinse & repeat Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job with...

Austin shares the 2 things you can learn to exponentially increase your opportunities! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Use these 2 things to help create opportunity [0:59] - Why multi-disciplinary people are more successful [2:23] - Why sales & marketing are key [4:08] - Selling & marketing yourself is your real job Have questions about how sales & marketing can help you? Text them t...

Austin shares four ways that you can supercharge your internship this summer! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - How to get the most out of your internship [1:05] - Connect with as many people as possible [3:14] - Track your results [4:33] - Be proactive - Ask for special projects [5:42] - Get emails & stay in touch Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coa...

Austin shares one amazing trick to beat that feeling of anxiety before your job interview! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Having anxiety means that you care [1:15] - Austin’s experience with interview anxiety [2:28] - Memorization can help [3:00] - Try meditation before the interview - No, really! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you l...

Austin shares his 4 step process for creating an amazing post-interview Thank You note! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Make sure you write a thank you note after your interview [1:47] - How to send the thank you note [3:16] - What to say  - Spoiler! - Say thank you! [4:28] - Austin’s example letter Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you...

Austin shares his 4 step process for creating the time you need to spend on your job search! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - “I don’t have time!” [1:52] - Track your time with a time audit [3:06] - Find 5-7 hours in your week [4:18] - Schedule the same 5-7 hours every week [5:13] - Be intentional with the time - Have a plan! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 ca...

Austin shares his thoughts on whether or not you should quit your job to start a business! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Should you quit your job to start a business? [1:44] - Side hustle first [2:23] - Invest in long-term success [3:08] - Beating the competition [4:18] - Failure is part of the process [5:18] - Dream job first, then shoot your shot Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here...

Austin shares his formula for Crazy-Effective Resume Bullets that will grab the attention of hiring managers! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Why resume bullets matter [1:39] - What you bullets should consist of [2:21] - Relevant industry terms [2:40] - Measurable metrics [4:11] - Action & Power words [5:53] - Putting these steps into action Have questions about how to write resume bullets?...

Austin shares 3 unconventional networking strategies that actually work! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Unconventional networking works! [1:41] - One method that worked for Austin [4:09] - Building a rapport by finding common ground [6:03] - The testimonial method [5:53] - Optimize, optimize, optimize! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help...

Austin shares his thoughts on using email vs. LinkedIn for outreach and which one you should be focusing on! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Email vs. LinkedIn - Which is better? [0:49] - Why Austin prefers email [1:45] - Email is where work happens [2:29] - How to use email “the right way” [2:46] - Other benefits to email Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 care...

Austin shares a real Value Validation Project that one of his clients used to get hired at Microsoft! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - What does a good VVP look like? [1:04] - Why a good VVP is so important [2:39] - Getting started on the VVP [3:49] - Do your research! [5:04] - How to set up your VVP Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you...

Austin shares how you can statistically “guarantee” that you’ll get a job offer! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Guaranteed job offers! [0:43] - What sales can teach you about landing jobs [2:05] - Reverse engineering the process [4:44] - Track your successes and statistics [5:53] - Optimize, optimize, optimize! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching...

Austin dishes out a little tough love about landing a job in today’s job market. Stop blaming the process and take control! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Some tough love from Austin [0:40] - Stop blaming the process [1:29] - You have 2 choices moving forward [2:28] - You are in control, so go make it happen! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching t...

Austin shares his 4 steps for crushing phone screens so that you can feel well prepared and super confident! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - 4 Steps For Crushing Phone Screens [1:27] - What are phone screens and why companies use them [2:16] - Phone screens are formulaic [4:09] - Use their formulas to your benefit [7:23] - Have your answers and your story ready Have questions about what to say d...

Austin shares how the "Double Nope Rule" can help you to turn rejections into job offers! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - What is The "Double Nope Rule"? [2:39] - Persistence is key! [3:47] - The "Double Nope Rule" in action [7:16] - Put it into practice and see the results Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help...

Austin shares his thoughts on the best way to search for a job when you need a visa sponsorship! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - How To Land A Job When You Need Visa Sponsorship [1:45] - The fears around visa sponsorships [4:08] - How to find visa friendly companies [5:32] - Visas cost money, so you need to bring extra value Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 ca...

Austin shares his #1 piece of life advice. Everyone has an opinion, so who should you listen to? Austin breaks it down in this episode! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Austin’s #1 piece of life advice [0:55] - The 2 pitfalls of advice [3:48] - You have to sift through the noise [4:46] - Who to actually take advice from Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career c...

Austin discusses his thoughts on whether or not you should apply to companies if they don’t have any open roles! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Should I apply to companies with no open roles? [1:19] - Is this your “Dream” company? [2:09] - Roles may be open but not yet announced [3:34] - Meaningful relationships will alert you to new roles Have questions about the Hidden Job Market? Text them t...

Austin shares his 3 step process for anticipating every interview question so that you can feel well prepared and super confident! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - How to anticipate interview questions [0:40] - Prepare for the common questions [1:54] - Research interview questions on GlassDoor.com [4:37] - Check out other people’s answers Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode: Interview Preparat...

Austin shares his thoughts on how to increase your results by 10x with an accountability buddy! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - What an accountability buddy can do for you [2:28] - Put your money where your mouth is [4:28] - Why this works so well [5:43] - Your homework from Austin Have questions about how to keep yourself accountable? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511. Resources Mentioned I...

Austin shares his thoughts on how to follow up if you think you’ve been ghosted after an interview! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - What to do if you haven’t heard back after an interview [1:04] - What is most likely happening [2:45] - Before you jump to conclusions [3:30] - Follow up with empathy Email Template Mentioned In Today’s Episode: Hi [Name], I hope you're having a great week! I k...

Austin shares his thoughts on starting a podcast and how it can help to supercharge your networking! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Why podcasts are a great idea [1:35] - Come up with a theme [2:12] - Setup is easier than you think [2:57] - Record ‘seed’ episodes [3:43] - Get friends and family to leave reviews [4:21] - Reach out to your target guests [6:05] - But Austin, what about…? Have ques...

Austin explains why companies don’t really care about your past experience and shares what they DO really care about! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Why companies don’t really care about your past experience [1:55] - Explain what you can do for your target company [2:43] - Do your homework and research Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help...

Austin shares his thoughts on how you can demonstrate your value on a resume even when coming from a non-numbers focused role! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:25] - Why should I care about metrics on my resume? [2:16] - How To Illustrate Value On A Resume In A Non-Numbers Focused Role [3:00] - Numbers are everywhere - Find them and use them [5:02] - Reach out to teams who used your work and ask them f...