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
#78: Overcoming Job Interview Anxiety - 4 Tools
If you're someone who frequently struggles with pre-interview nerves, you're not alone. Many candidates face fears like rejection, self-doubt, anxiety, and imposter syndrome, all of which can affect performance during job interviews. In this episode, Sandra Laws will be break down four strategies on how to overcome pre-interview nerves. We invite you to sign up for ⁠Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: ⁠We also invite you to check out our⁠ Competency Questions Mock Interview Toolkit: ⁠Take the first step and⁠ SUBSCRIBE to Jump Start Your Career Podcast.
Mar 28, 2025
11 min
#77: Interview Answers Prep - 6 Tips
Job interviews can feel like high-pressure situations, but with the right approach, you can walk in feeling prepared and leave a lasting impression. In this episode, Sandra Laws will be diving into the skill of preparing your interview answers. We invite you to sign up for ⁠Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: ⁠We also invite you to check out our⁠ Competency Questions Mock Interview Toolkit: ⁠Take the first step - Subscribe⁠ to Jump Start Your Career Podcast.
Feb 20, 2025
7 min
#76: Job Application Mistakes to Avoid - 7 Tips
In today’s episode, Sandra Laws (Careers Coach) will be diving into the top seven pitfalls that can prevent your job application from being shortlisted for an interview We invite you to sign up for Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: We also invite you to check out our Competency Questions Mock Interview Toolkit: Take the first step and SUBSCRIBE to Jump Start Your Career Podcast.
Jan 16, 2025
7 min
#75: Five Ways to Reset & Recharge at Year-End
In today’s episode, I am going take a moment to hit pause and reflect on five ways that you can reset at year-end. We invite you to sign up for Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/free-interview-checklist We also invite you to check out our Competency Questions Mock Interview Toolkit: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/competencyinterviewquestionsprepkit Take the first step towards acing your next job interview and SUBSCRIBE to our channel.
Dec 19, 2024
7 min
#74: Five Common Mistakes to Avoid in a Job Interview
In today’s episode, Sandra will break down the top five mistakes you should avoid in a job interview. We invite you to sign up for Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/free-interview-checklist We also invite you to check out our Competency Questions Mock Interview Toolkit: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/competencyinterviewquestionsprepkit Take the first step towards acing your next job interview and SUBSCRIBE to our channel so you never miss an episode.
Nov 30, 2024
9 min
#73: Top 7 Body Language Tips for Job Interviews
Today’s episode is all about mastering your body language in a job interview. Sandra, our Careers Coach, is going to walk you through seven practical tips to help you land the job you deserve, and to give you the tools to stand out in your career journey. We invite you to sign up for Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/free-interview-checklist We also invite you to check out our Competency Questions Mock Interview Toolkit: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/competencyinterviewquestionsprepkit Wishing you success in your next job interview!
Oct 29, 2024
7 min
#72: How to Ask for Feedback After a Job Interview
Today’s episode is all about handling that frustrating post-interview silence like a pro. Our Careers Coach, Sandra is going to walk you through 5 practical tips to help you stay positive and keep your job search momentum going. We invite you to sign up for Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/free-interview-checklist Competency Interview Questions Workbook: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/competency-interview-questions-workbook Wishing you success and confidence in your next job interview!
Sep 30, 2024
9 min
#71: How to Prevent Job Interview Burnout - 5 Strategies
Finding a new job can take anywhere from one month to over a year. In this episode, Sandra will look at a critical aspect of this journey: preventing job interview burnout. Sandra will share some practical strategies to maintain your resilience, motivation and well-being during your job search. We invite you to sign up for Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/free-interview-checklist Competency Interview Questions Workbook: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/competency-interview-questions-workbook Wishing you success and confidence in your upcoming job interview!
Jul 31, 2024
10 min
#70: Three Soft Skills Employers Are Looking For
Do you have the top three skills to get you hired? In today's episode, Sandra will share in demand skills that set you apart from other candidates We invite you to sign up for Jump Start Your Career Newsletter: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/free-interview-checklist Competency Interview Questions Workbook: https://www.purpletransitionspersonalgrowth.co.uk/competency-interview-questions-workbook Wishing you success and confidence in your interview!
Jun 30, 2024
11 min
#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
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