This week, Jeff and I are diving into a frustrating reality for many job seekers: applying to dozens of roles and hearing absolutely NOTHING back. It is so easy to feel like you are the problem, but in reality, this is often a strategy problem. We want to help you move from being ghosted to getting the interview calls you deserve. In this episode, we cover: Why a 1-in-12 interview ratio is actually a healthy goalThe “Resume Problem” vs. the “You Problem”How to turn boring responsibilities int...
Apr 6
22 min
This week, Jeff and I are tackling one of the most stressful topics for any job seeker… gaps in your resume. It is so easy to feel like a few years, months, or even weeks away from the workforce makes you "unhirable," but we promise you that is just not the case. Whether you were caring for family, traveling, or just taking a breath to find the right fit, these periods are incredibly common and completely manageable when you have the right strategy. In this episode we’re talking about: Why re...
Mar 31
17 min
Getting laid off is tough, and if it has happened to you, the first thing Jeff and I want you to know is that it’s not your fault. It’s a failing of the company, not a reflection of your worth. This week, we’re talking about how to handle the immediate aftermath of a layoff and how to turn this challenging moment into a massive professional advantage. We want to help you process the news, manage the logistics, and get back into the game stronger than ever. In this episode, we’re talking...
Mar 23
19 min
This week, Jeff and Greg are diving into a very upsetting topic: how to spot a layoff coming. If the thought of an impending layoff gives you anxiety, you are not alone. We’re going to give you the clear signs and practical steps you can take right now to protect yourself and turn a negative situation into a career relaunch. In this episode, we cover: Obvious red flags that mean a layoff is comingWhat “Right Sizing” really means (and how companies use it)How to make yourself indispensableWh...
Mar 16
21 min
This week, Jeff and I are tackling the hardest interview questions that give every job seeker anxiety. We will discuss the questions that feel like traps and the one that can cost you the job offer or thousands of dollars if you answer wrong. Jeff and I will be giving you strategies and reading sample answers so you’ll know EXACTLY what to say. In this episode, we cover: How using a simple "cheat sheet" in your interview to look extremely preparedHow to prepare for the toughest questions wi...
Mar 9
20 min
Practicing your interview answers feels awkward. We get it, but hear us out: you won’t sound robotic or scripted, you’ll just sound prepared. This week, Jeff and I are breaking down how to predict interview questions and structure every answer to impress the hiring panel. In this episode, we cover: The myth that practicing makes you sound roboticThe #1 most important skill for a strong interviewer: storytellingHow to predict every situational interview question (it's in plain sight!)Th...
Mar 3
19 min
Employers are scared that you're putting on an act during your interview to trick them into hiring you. In this episode we’re breaking down the practical ways to earn the interviewer's trust so they believe you'll stay long-term and try your best while you’re there. This week, Jeff and I talk about: Why the first question is so importantHow to handle the "How are you?" questionSetting the right tone for the interviewThe mistake of staring at only one person in a panel interviewThe dangers o...
Feb 23
20 min
When is the RIGHT time to leave a job? Should you hold out for a promotion or move to a new company? Are you staying too long? Or worse, leaving too quickly? In this episode we discuss the perfect timing for your next career move so you can maximize your salary potential. This week, Jeff and I talk about: The ideal job tenure for showing growth and increasing salaryWhy job hopping can lead to pay raisesThe danger of having a "pattern of short stints" on your resumeHow staying in a job too l...
Feb 16
18 min
This week, Jeff and I dig into one of the most terrifying career moments: realizing your new job is not what you signed up for! Based on real horror stories submitted by listeners, we react, break down the red flags, and share practical advice for when a new job goes sideways. In this episode, we cover: Spotting job red flags before you startHow soon is too soon to quit a nightmare jobWhat to do if the job is not as advertised on day oneHandling the classic "bait and switch" offerHow to...
Feb 9
21 min
This week, Jeff and I are tackling one of the biggest causes of job searching stress: employment gaps. We want you to know that having a gap is normal and okay, and it's not the massive disadvantage you might think it is. In this episode, we cover: Why a pattern of gaps is the real red flagHow long you can be unemployed without needing an explanationHow to structure your resume to explain or hide your gapCreative ways to fill your resume gap to get hiredA simple, intentional scrip...
Feb 2
19 min
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