Jump Start Your Career
Jump Start Your Career
Sandra Laws
Master the proven strategies to sell your unique strengths in a job interview or change the direction of your career. Sandra Laws, Career Coach puts you in the driving seat of your career and reveals everything you need to know to land a job offer. As a highly experienced coach and mentor, Sandra has combined her expertise in recruitment and from working with clients in her coaching practice to bring a 360° perspective to the career journey. If you would like to know more, please visit www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk
#69: How to Answer: Tell Me About Yourself
When the interviewer asks you the question "Tell Me About Yourself", the interviewer is not asking for a summary about your personal life, family or hobbies. In this episode, Sandra shares the best answer to this question. Sign up for the Jump Start Your Career Newsletter for expert tips and advice. Be prepared to answer competency interview questions with our Competency Interview Workbook and Practice Kit.
May 27, 2024
11 min
#68: Top 5 Interview Prep Tips
In today's episode, Sandra will share key strategies steps that you can take to be better equipped to answer interview questions and present yourself as the best candidate for the position Join our Wait List for the upcoming release of our Interview Answers Roadmap: Click here for the Competency Interview Answers Practice Kit: Good luck in your next job interview!!
Apr 29, 2024
10 min
#67: How to Answer: What is Your Greatest Weakness?
In today's episode, Sandra will share key strategies on how answer one of the most challenging questions candidates face during job interviews: "What is your greatest weakness?" This question often leaves job candidates feeling uneasy. Sign up to our newsletter today and you will also receive an exclusive 25% off discount coupon code that you can use towards a purchase of one of our interview products. Sign up for our newsletter and⁠ Free Interview Checklist & Preparation Templates.⁠ Good luck in your next job interview!!
Apr 18, 2024
9 min
#66: How to Answer: What Do You Bring to This Role?
In this episode, Sandra will walk you through 6 tips to help you to craft a winning answer to the question "what do you bring to the table?" This question is an opportunity to showcase sell your skills and stand out in an interview. Sign up to our newsletter today and you will also receive an exclusive 25% off discount coupon code that you can use towards a purchase of our Competency Mock Interview Prep Kit. Sign up for our newsletter and⁠ Free Interview Checklist & Preparation Templates.⁠ Good luck in your next job interview!!
Mar 19, 2024
11 min
Season 3 of Jump Start Your Career Premieres on 19th March 2024
Get ready for an exciting new season of Jump Start Your Career Podcast where we dive deep into the world of job interviews, careers and professional growth! Hi everyone, I am Sandra, Interview Skills Specialist and Career Coach, and I am thrilled to announce Season 3 of Jump Start Your Career podcast is returning on 19th March. Season 3 packed with valuable career topics, expert job interview tips, and inspiring stories that will propel your career journey to new heights! Get ready to unlock your full professional potential and make this year your best career move yet! Tune in on 19th March. Sign up to our newsletter today and you will also receive an exclusive 25% off discount coupon code that you can use towards a purchase of our Competency Mock Interview Prep Kit. Sign up for our newsletter and⁠ Free Interview Checklist & Preparation Templates.⁠
Feb 1, 2024
1 min
#65: Year-End Career Reflection - 7 Tips
In this episode, Sandra will explore 7 questions for career self-reflection as we come to the end of 2023. It is important to pause, disconnect and review the year. Sign up to our newsletter today and you will also receive an exclusive 25% off discount coupon code that you can use towards a purchase of our Competency Mock Interview Prep Kit. Sign up for our newsletter and⁠ Free Interview Checklist & Preparation Templates.⁠ Good luck in your next job interview!!
Dec 4, 2023
8 min
#64: 7 Reasons Why November is the Prime Time for Job Seekers
In this episode, Sandra will dive in and uncover the hidden treasures of the November and December job search season. Sign up to our newsletter today and you will also receive a New Subscriber 25% off discount coupon code that you can use towards a purchase of our Competency Mock Interview Prep Kit. Sign up for our newsletter and⁠ Free Interview Checklist & Preparation Templates.⁠
Nov 20, 2023
7 min
#63: How Introverts Excel in Job Interviews
Introverted individuals may find it challenging to showcase their skills and personality in job interviews. However, being an introvert is not a disadvantage when it comes to job interviews. In this episode, Sandra will share 10 strategies on how you can leverage being introvert to your advantage and shine in job interviews. Sign up to our newsletter today and you will also receive an exclusive 25% off discount coupon code that you can use towards a purchase of our Competency Mock Interview Prep Kit. Sign up for our newsletter and⁠ Free Interview Checklist & Preparation Templates.⁠
Nov 7, 2023
12 min
#62: 10 Tips for Your First Job Interview
First interviews representing a significant milestone in your career journey. Whether you're a student or recent graduate embarking on first part time or full-time job. You might be a seasoned professional who has been on a career break or out of the job market due to caring responsibilities or ill health. Preparation, professionalism, and a positive attitude can go a long way in making a strong impression. Sign up to our newsletter today and you will also receive an exclusive 25% off discount coupon code that you can use towards a purchase of our Competency Mock Interview Prep Kit. Sign up for our newsletter and⁠ Free Interview Checklist & Preparation Templates.⁠ Good luck in your next job interview!!
Oct 23, 2023
13 min
#61: How to Introduce Yourself in a Job Interview
"Tell me about yourself" is often the opening questions asked in an interview, and it's a chance to make a positive impression and set the tone for the rest of the conversation. In this episode, Sandra Laws will share with you a framework on how to successfully answer structure question. Sign up to our newsletter today and you will also receive an exclusive 25% off discount coupon code that you can use towards a purchase of our Competency Mock Interview Prep Kit. Sign up for our newsletter and⁠ Free Interview Checklist & Preparation Templates.⁠ Good luck in your next job interview!!
Oct 2, 2023
12 min
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