The Voice of Job Seekers

Underemployment can feel worse than unemployment because there are traps. Your mindset is more important than strategy. In this last episode, I discuss 5 ways to rethink your next moves out of underemployment.     Here's how you can join the conversation: – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same number – Go to  TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com , press the "Send Voice...

Career burnout is real, and most professionals are not sure what the signs or symptoms are if they experience it. This could hinder how you come across in networking or workplace environments. Join my guest, Rachel Montanez, and I as we discuss what career burnout looks like, how it would affect your sleep, and what you can do about it.   Here's how you can join the conversation: – Call and leave...

    There are so many angles to explore while discussing institutional bias, and you can only talk about a few at a time. Lizette Ojeda, PhD. is my guest today to discuss research and strategies to overcome bias during a job search.     Here's how you can join the conversation: – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same number – Go to  TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com...

  How is your financial footing? Is your job search financially ready? Are you taking on a new position and need to make sure you have the right benefits for you? I talked with Aja (ah-jah) McClanahan to discuss things you to consider preparing for a job search, during a job search, accepting an offer, and at the start of a new one.   Got comments about the show? Here's how you can join the conver...

My guest, Dr. Nichelle Manuel, says "data is the new currency." I believe she's right and today's show reflects the importance of a proactive role for your life and career.    Got comments about the show? Here's to be a part of the discussion:  – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same number – Go to  TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com , press the "Send Voicemail" butto...

If you're an introvert or not, networking can be a challenge. If you are finding it difficult to navigate on or offline, then this show is for you.    My guest today is Karen Wickre, who wrote the newly released book, "Taking The Work Out of Networking: An Introvert's Guide to Making Connections That Count."    Got comments about the show? Here's how you can be heard:  – Call and leave a voicemail...

It's good to know what Human Resources is thinking during the interview process, right? That's why I brought HR Executive and expert Sarah Morgan to the show. She is also the founder of the fantastic blog, The Buzz on HR !    Got comments about the show? Here's how you can be heard:  – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same number – Go to  TheVoiceofJobSeeker...

Welcome to my annual "Resume Trends" show! Jessica Hernandez, multiple award-winning resume writer and founder of Great Resumes Fast is my guest today. This is the show to get resume tips and resources to brand your resume for 2019. If you've been struggling with writing one, or need to refresh for the new year, this is the show for you! Want to add tips to this show or have questions about resume...

Thanks for joining me for this final fall finale on TVOJS. If you are joining me for the first time, welcome. You can learn more about the podcast, the blog, and me at The Voice of Job Seekers.com. If you wish to contribute to the conversations we have on the podcast, you can do it in one of three ways:  I would love to hear from you.    – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your c...

In this special episode, my friend Bob McIntosh asked to interview me on my show. In the past, I have replayed my interviews from guest appearances on other podcasts. This is the first time in over five years of the show I'm interviewed for the show.    This show is centered around my article,  14 Tips to Help You Find Your Next Job  from Recruiter.com , and also found on my blog .      I would lo...

Removing bias from the hiring process is quite a task considering those who are still asking why. My guest this episode is Melissa Dobbins, founder, and CEO of career.place for the second time. We discuss her article, " I'm Sorry, Dave. I'm afraid I can't do that." – Save us from our Technology! You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and leave a voice...

Marc Miller of the " Repurpose Your Career " podcast, and I address some of the Linkedin questions that come through our inboxes and email. The original version of this show was published on Marc's Career Pivot site (and you can also get the episode through iTunes). The very detailed show notes can be viewed there as well.ast.    Want to participate in the discussion? Call and leave a voicemail at...

 In this special edition, I gathered three career advice writers to join me for their perspective on the job search. We tackle several questions adding a different twist to what you usually hear. Each of them knows I stalked their Twitter and Linkedin profiles for months and hand-picked each to come on the show.  – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same numbe...

Linkedin recommendations are not featured as it used to be. In fact, it's near the bottom of your Linkedin profile now. Bob   McIntosh,  the purveyor of all things LinkedIn for job seekers, is back on the show to discuss Linkedin recommendations.    You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to...

 For my Gen X and baby boomer listeners, it's time to listen to millennials about their take on work. My guest,  Hilary   Sutton , speaks as a writer, a researcher, and a millennial.    Here are three ways you can let us know: Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same number Go to TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com, press the "Send Voicemail" button on the right side of y...

We are in an economy that has a four percent unemployment rate and now many people are looking and leaping to different job and careers. Are you looking for what you consider the best "fit" or are you taking the first job offer you get?   Mark Babbit, CEO of YouTern and WorkIQ says you have an opportunity to find work you care about.    Here are three ways you can let us know: Call and leave a voi...

Instagram stories is new and significant. In today's day and age, social proof and timeliness are critical to standing out in the job market. To make the most of your job search, you want to put your skills and career acumen where they will be viewed by your network, potential new connections, recruiters, hiring managers, and companies. People have been talking about ways to use Snapchat in your j...

For this last episode of the season, I am replaying my appearance on the "Repurpose Your Career" podcast. Here are the questions we're answering:   1. I am a 61-year-old floor installer. I have been doing this since I was a young man. I have worked in other parts of the industry like sales and distribution but I like to work by myself. I no longer install carpeting because of the weight.   I do no...

  Removing bias from the hiring process is quite a task considering those who are still asking why. My guest this episode is Melissa Dobbins, founder, and CEO of career.place, whose purpose is to remove bias from hiring. She states on her website that she is "...radically reshaping the hiring process through the synthesis of science and technology..." Her goal is to show hiring companies how to re...

How to stand out to employers online is frequent question and subject. It's one of the hardest things to do on the Internet since there is so much noise competing to be heard. There are job seekers who want to be noticed but not sure how they can be heard. I bought Hanna Morgan back on the show to discuss the further.   You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can:...

I was interview by James Parker of the Chicago Urban League Saturday, 4/14/2018. This was on WVON Saturday morning's program, "Let's Get to Work."  You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same number – Go to TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com, press the "Send Voicemail" button on the right side...

LinkedIn is constantly changing their features and functionality to the point where new and old users lose sight of LinkedIn's value. Bob McIntosh is a purveyor of all things LinkedIn for job seekers. He is my guest as discuss what features are best for job seekers, and a couple of features not so much.   You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and lea...

Join us for a short episode at TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com this week.   You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same number – Go to TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com, press the "Send Voicemail" button on the right side of your screen and leave a message – Send email feedback to mark@thevoiceofjobs...

More job search tips for you in this episode. Although we had a goal to offer three job search tips each, there were more tips than we expected. Chris Fields, Janine Truitt, and I banter and expound offering as much value as possible.    You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can:   Call and leave a voicemail at 708-365-9822, or text your comments to the same num...