Ways to a Dream Job Abroad

Most CVs / résumés contain pieces of information that not only don't increase the applicant's chances of a job interview but actually reduce them! In other words, a lot of CVs / résumés could get easily improved by removing damaging statements alone. In this podcast episode, I explain the problem, name 5 typical examples of it, and provide you with a practical approach to avoiding the trap. The em...

A change of industry can sometimes be the perfect solution to get you out of trouble. However, you may face a challenge in such a situation. When applying for a job, you would normally use the experience gained in your previous positions within your industry as the main argument to convince the hiring managers that you are the perfect match. However, when applying for a job in a different field, t...

In this podcast episode, I explain a common pitfall of high-performers when looking for a new job abroad and how you can easily avoid this counterintuitive problem. Here is the link to my extensive online guide "Ways to the Perfect Job" I recommend in this episode. Not only does it come for free but it is also written for job seekers facing the real challenges of modern labor markets: ⯈ https://ww...

You may be surprised to get that kind of tip from me as a professional career coach. But as a matter of fact, you should NOT delegate the work on your CV / résumé to someone else, not even to a so-called CV / résumé writer. And yes, not to me either. In this podcast episode, I explain 3 good reasons why you should rise to the challenge and always create or update this very important document yours...

In this short podcast episode, I give you the ultimate answer to the question of how many pages a convincing CV / résumé should have. The email course "How to Write a Power CV / Résumé" I mention in this episode can be found here: ⯈ https://www.bettercareer.net/toolbox-with-further-tips-and-tricks/email-course-how-to-write-a-power-cv There is also a text version of this episode available in the fo...

Very often, when I'm approached by someone who just has a quick question on career-related matters, I try to help right away and do so free of charge. However, if the request concerns a free review of the person's CV, résumé, or LinkedIn profile, I tend to decline it in most instances. In this podcast episode, I explain the important reason for it so that you don't get the wrong impression of my a...

I'm sure that, by now, you have seen countless LinkedIn profiles featuring the photo frame #OpenToWork. However, if you are actively looking for a new job, I strongly advise you NOT to use it! In this podcast episode, I explain why its psychological effect is likely counterproductive to the success of your job search abroad, especially if you are a manager or specialist, and how you can easily mak...

The best way to get a great new job is always the one where prospective employers or appointed representatives (in other words: headhunters, recruitment agencies, and so on) make the first move. This is not only the most enjoyable but also the most efficient way for you, which I cover in this short podcast episode. There is also a text version of this episode available in the form of a LinkedIn ne...

The motto "Avoid the masses" should already guide your search for open positions and not just your actual job applications. The more you go with the flow, the more difficult it is to stand out as the candidate of choice. In this podcast episode, I explain how to stand out as a job applicant by avoiding competition with a few practical examples and tips. There is also a text version of this episode...

In this podcast episode, I explain the most critical mistake many managers and specialists make when applying for jobs abroad. If you understand and eliminate this fundamental problem, you will increase your chances of getting the job you want with a new employer in another country enormously. Here is the link to my free online guide "Ways to the Perfect Job" I mention in this episode: ⯈ https://w...

A big mistake many job seekers make is to actively search for open positions without having developed a clear focus for it first. This mistake usually renders the resulting job applications unsuccessful. In this case, even carefully crafted applications often receive no reply at all. Tragically, those applicants affected are rarely aware of this cause and keep wasting more and more energy on activ...

Some companies in the US specifically ask their job applicants not to include photos of theirs such as headshots in their application documents. In more extreme cases, the hiring corporations even demand that and job applications get immediately rejected if such photos are included. In this podcast episode, I explain why those demands do not help prevent discrimination but say a lot about the ques...

Especially extensive research for your job hunt abroad can quickly lead to more confusion rather than the desired clarity if you don't search for the necessary information with enough focus! In this podcast episode, I explain how your research will produce helpful insights fast if you ask yourself 3 specific questions at the beginning. If you are a manager or specialist seeking a great position wi...

In this podcast episode, I give you a small but powerful tip about how you can save yourself a lot of time by collecting the necessary information for convincing job applications at the right time. If you are a manager or specialist seeking a great position with a new employer abroad and you don't know yet how to achieve this fast and efficiently, then this podcast is just right for you. Subscribe...

If you expect to be offered a great position with a new employer abroad very soon, it's tempting to discontinue your job search immediately because of that. In this podcast episode, I explain why international job seekers frequently misjudge such a situation and give 3 examples of why you should always continue with your job search until you've signed an actual contract with a new employer in anot...

You must not confuse the situation in your job interviews abroad with that seemingly similar one in the oral exams you remember from your studies. In the latter case, you will usually never see your examiners again afterward, whereas after a successful job application, you will have many more conversations with your new supervisor for a long time to come. In this podcast episode, I emphasize the i...

Choosing suitable locations for your next career step abroad requires thorough research and careful consideration of all known facts. If you only follow your intuition, you risk ending up in a completely wrong place. In this podcast episode, I address 3 typical examples to explain how quickly this can happen and how to avoid it. If you are a manager or specialist seeking a great position with a ne...

Having always been reasonably successful in hunting for jobs in your home country can be deceptive regarding your chances of getting a job with a new employer abroad. In this podcast episode, I explain one significant difference between a job search abroad and one at home that will likely cause the former to fail if you don't adopt the right approach to it. If you are a manager or specialist seeki...

The most important information in your CV / résumé is your previous work experience. It is especially crucial for the initial decision if the hiring manager or recruiter will consider your job application abroad as a manager or specialist any further at all. A decision that is often made within 60 seconds only. In this podcast episode, I explain how you can present your work experience in a way th...

Meaningful cover letters are still a powerful tool to help your international job applications stick out immediately and thus increase your chances of getting invited for a job interview. In this podcast episode, I explain how you can craft a convincing storyline based on only 5 elements in your cover letters that will make recruiters and hiring managers curious to learn more about you. If you are...

Nothing is perfect and your search for a position of a manager or specialist in another country doesn't have to be either. While it is absolutely normal to make mistakes, it's certainly a good idea to at least avoid the big common pitfalls though. In this podcast episode, I explain 5 widespread mistakes you should be aware of and avoid in your job search abroad to make the right decisions at the r...

Developing and implementing the right networking strategy is crucial for the success of your job search abroad. In this podcast episode, I explain the 2 major reasons for the importance of networking and the powerful results you can achieve with it. If you are a manager or specialist seeking a great position with a new employer abroad and you don't know yet how to achieve this fast and efficiently...

Many jobseekers underestimate the importance their CV / résumé has for success in their job search abroad. In this podcast episode, I first explain why your CV / résumé is such a critical factor in the success of your job applications in another country, especially in the initial phases of this process. In the second part, I share the 3 main principles you should follow to create a CV / résumé for...

Your core competence lays the foundation of a successful job application as a manager or specialist in another country but only the unique combination of ALL your qualities is decisive for being a top candidate. That requires you to become aware of all your specialties, big AND small, before you can define a proper focus for your job search abroad that guides you to open positions you have an actu...