Hired: Talent VP on Job Interviews, Negotiation & Offers
Hosted by Matthew, a former Executive Recruiter, Search Firm Owner, VP of Talent Acquisition, and Top Interview Coach, this podcast delivers executive-level career strategy from an insider's perspective. It covers winning more interviews, turning interviews into offers, negotiating salary, positioning for promotions, and avoiding common candidate mistakes. Each episode provides real-world insight and actionable advice for professionals seeking career advancement.
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Arthur Gopak - The Future of Work: Remote Work, Upskilling, and Personal Branding
Connect with Arthur!https://www.alphagamma.eu/https://opportunityfeed.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/agopak/https://twitter.com/GPacHQThis episode features Arthur Gopak, CEO and Editor in Chief of Alpha Gamma, a business portal for young professionals. Arthur discusses the trends he sees shaping the job markett, including:The rise of remote and hybrid work models, and their impact on job opportun
How to Talk About Teamwork in Job Interviews
Toward the end of the episode, I give 4-5 examples that YOU can use to talk about teamwork and giving credit to help you stand out far beyond other job applicants.Teamwork and collaboration make a significant impact on your career. How you interact with and treat others can set you up so others will take you along while their careers grow. Collaborating also impacts the effectiveness of your work
Winning the "What are Your Biggest WEAKNESSES?" Job Interview Question
This episode tackles the dreaded "weaknesses" question in job interviews, often seen as tricky and nerve-wracking. But fear not! Host and recruitment expert demystifies it, showing you how to turn it into a strength.Key points:Mistakes to avoid: Claiming perfection, taking too long to answer, not having weaknesses prepared.3 winning response styles:Weakness you're actively improving
Claudia Miller - Resume Branding, Negotiating Salary & Securing Dream Jobs
Claudia Miller is a Career Coach and the host of the podcast "Roadmap To The Executive Suite"Claudia was named one Business Insiders "Top 23 Most Innovative Career Coaches of 2020". She helps people secure dream jobs, with dream salaries, at their dream companies including fast-growing startups, rockstar midsize companies, Fortune 500, and Tech Giants. https://www.claudiatmille
Lakia Elam - Too Many Interviews, Career Baggage, Taking Notes, Getting to the Next Level
Connect with Lakia!https://hiremdc.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakiaelam/We discuss the top three mistakes Lakia commonly sees while coaching job seekers, how to rise in your current job instead of just switching employers, taking notes during and after job interviews, why some companies have WAY too many interviews, how to get to the next level in your career when feeling stuck, and much more
How Empathy and Connection Win More Than Talent Ever Will
Part Two of the Soft Skills Series - interpersonal skills. It makes a big impact on your job search, interviews, and where your career can go from there.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https://www.commercialhvacjobs.com/Commercial Electrician Jobs: https://www.commercialelectricianjobs.com/Commercial Re
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The #1 Mistake of 2024 Job Interviews
This is a job offer killer - companies are becoming less patient and giving you LESS time and grace. Here are ways to avoid it!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/
Christina Curtis - How to Bring Energy, Confidence, and Trust Into Every Interview
Watch our interview on Youtube! https://youtu.be/xmc_Ybf6mo0Christina Curtis is the Founder of Curtis Leadership Consulting based in Denver, Colorado. A thought leader on motivation and goal attainment, she regularly contributes to the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Psychology Today. As an accredited Master Coach with International Coaching Federation—a designation held by only 1 percent of
”Why Are You Leaving Your Job?” What NOT to Say, What to Avoid & The Perfect Answer
At your interview, you will be asked, "what are your reasons for leaving your job?" or some variation of that. Knowing how to answer without looking bad or communicating the wrong message is difficult, and that's what we'll cover in this episode.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https:
14 Reasons You’re Not Getting Interview Invites (and How to Fix Them)
If you apply for jobs and don't get a first interview, this episode is for you.I share 14 factors that impact whether or not you get a response, what to do to get past them, and get noticed!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/
HUGE Listener Success Story - How You Can Do the Same + Pump Up Message
How a listener used The Job Interview Experience and took their career further than he could ever have imagined. You can to. In this episode, I walk through the success James had, and what he did to make the info I share work for him. Plus, a pump-up message.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scru
Pete Newsome - Top 5 Actions for Job Seekers & How To Stand Out from the Competition
Connect with Pete and Zengig!https://www.linkedin.com/in/petenewsome/https://zengig.com/https://www.4cornerresources.com/Pete Newsome is the president of Four Corner Resources, a staffing firm founded in 2005 and winner of Ford's best recruiting firms in America, the Seminole 100 and the Golden 100.Pete is nationally recognized as a thought leader in hiring and recruiting with two decades of
Jay Feng - The Data-Driven Way to Prepare for Interviews
Jay Feng is a former Data Scientist with companies like Monster and Next Door. Today, Jay is the founder of Interview Query.Connect with Jay!https://www.interviewquery.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/DataScienceJaySterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https://www.commercialhvacjobs.com/Commercial Electrician Jo
Cover Letters, Mindsets, Networking, Solutions - My Guest Spot on The Improve It! Podcast
Subscribe to The Improve It Podcast and leave Erin a review while you're there!https://www.learntoimproveit.com/podcast-pagehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/improve-it-podcast-professional-development-through/id1508450538Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/
William Vanderbloemen - The Right Way to Answer "Tell Me About Yourself," Salary Negotiation, How to Share Weaknesses to Win & Be The "Unicorn"
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How to Win the Internal Interview (Without Making Rookie Mistakes)
Internal interviews. What the right approach and perspective is, how to position yourself, your advantages and disadvantages as a current employee, and more.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https://www.commercialhvacjobs.com/Commercial Electrician Jobs: https://www.commercialelectricianjobs.com/Commercia
The Interview Answer that Lands Jobs
• Traditional interview answers focusing on yourself (commute, company culture) are ineffective.• Companies hire to solve problems and achieve outcomes.• Craft interview answers that showcase your skills and how they benefit the company.• Use the job description to understand the company's needs and tailor your answer accordingly.• Quantify your achievements with past experiences to demonstr
Listener Q&A: First Interview is Great - 2nd & 3rd Interview Go Downhill. My Strategy to Fix It.
From the Voice Mailbag - The "Interview Arc". The first interview is excellent, but then later interviews go downhill.In the episode, I walk through the priorities for recruiters for interviews 1 through 3 and what they are focused on. Then, I provide a strategy for YOU to inject energy and information about yourself in each interview to create an exciting experience for the company.Ster
Stop Being an Applicant. Be a Solution.
Two steps to be a solution. Step one is in your cover letter, which gets you noticed. Step two is during your job interview, where you start helping the company before getting hired, and they learn how much they need you.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https://www.commercialhvacjobs.com/Commercial Elect
Lou Adler - ”The Most Important Interview Question of All Time!”
Lou Adler is The CEO, and founder of The Adler Group – a consulting and training firm helping companies implement "Win-Win Hiring" programs using his Performance-based Hiring℠ system for finding and hiring exceptional talent.https://www.louadlergroup.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/louadler/Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtech
Interview & Career Killers: 4 Hidden Traps You Don't Want to Fall Into
Do you realize that common mistakes you make in the workplace - habits many people have, are interview killers? And that once you get a job, the mistakes that are made during interviews can come back to haunt you, or worse?We cover the issues and how to solve them.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https:/
The Communication Secrets That Get You Hired (and Promoted)
In the first part of this new Soft Skills Series, we're jumping into communication - both verbal and non-verbal. It makes an impact on how people interpret you, your attitude, interest, and more. Learn how to improve your verbal and non-verbal skills to get your career headed in the right direction!Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubt
Chris Fontanella - Finding a Job that Allows You to be You, Career ”Areas of Exploration”
Chris Fontanella founded Encore Professionals Group is a previous Division Director for Robert Half International and Client Service Director for Resources Global Professionals.Chris has authored multiple books on careers and is here to help us take control of our job search and careers.https://chrisfontanella.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Chris-Fontanella/author/B092FLBGZ8?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk
This Pre-Interview Step Changes Everything
Steps to take to learn about the company you've applied to, their people, culture, industry, and more. Please an extra strategy to broaden your options!Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https://www.commercialhvacjobs.com/Commercial Electrician Jobs: https://www.commercialelectricianjobs.com/Commercia
Andres Lares - The Negotiation Secrets They Don’t Teach You in Business School
Andres Lares is the managing partner at Shapiro Negotiations Institute and co-author of Persuade: The 4-Step Process to Influence People and DecisionsAndres has led the development of SNI’s award-winning interactive negotiation training, mobile applications, and virtual reality-based applications, and in doing so has multiple patents pending.Andres also lectures at Johns Hopkins University on spor
Overqualified? Underqualified? Out of Work? Let’s Talk Strategy.
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Darrian Mikell - Qualifi CEO - The Future of Interview Tech, Interview Mistakes and How Qualifi is Changing the Game
Darrian Mikell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Qualifi, a SaaS platform that powers the fastest phone interview experience in the world and helps recruiting teams hire great candidates.Darrian joins us to discuss the future of phone interviews, common mistakes, and how Qualifi is changing the game.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.c
Teneshia Jackson Warner - Finding Purpose, Being Stretched, Deep Interview Insight & Taking Control of Your Dreams
Teneshia Jackson Warner is the founder and CEO of one of the nation's most successful multicultural marketing and communications firms, EGAMI Group.Her book, The Big Stretch: 90 Days to Expand Your Dreams, Crush Your Goals, and Create Your Own Success, a soul-searching, life-transforming, 12-week boot camp that reveals how to get from where you are to where you dream to be – in life and in bu
Erica Sosna - Why You’re in the Wrong Job, and How to Find One That Fits
Why most people fall into their careers instead of choosing them intentionallyThe four elements of The Career Equation: skills, passion, impact, and environmentHow to identify what truly makes you thrive at workThe biggest mistake job seekers make when changing rolesWhy reflecting between jobs leads to better long-term successHow companies like Microsoft and Amazon use this model to retain and gro
Day in The Life of an Executive Recruiter
A walkthrough of a day in the life of an EXECUTIVE recruiter. This will be boring if you don't care to know what the job is like...If you're interested to know for your own benefit - you can use this information to help you stand out and impress executive recruiters. This is the follow-up episode to "A Day in The Life of a Recruiter"Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejo
Clinical Psychologist Dr. Kevin Gilliland - Managing Interview Nerves, Career Anxiety, & Living Well
Dr. Kevin Gilliland is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the Executive Director of Innovation360.Host of the Podcast “Struggle Well Live Well. Worry Less” - Kevin discusses how as humans we deal with anxiety, worry, and our approach of how we as humans deal with what life throws at us.Author of "Struggle Well Live Well: 60 Ways to Navigate Life’s Good, Bad, and In-Between"Kevin joins
Doug Fleener - Take Responsibility for Your Job Search, Learn from Setbacks, Maintain Discipline, and Focus on Growing 3 Things a Day
Connect with Doug!dougfleener.comThe Day Makes the Year (Makes a Life): Transform your work and life with One-Day Successhttps://a.co/d/iaxSiIDKnown as the daily performance expert, Doug Fleener is a CEO, business advisor, keynote speaker, and coach. His extensive experience and journey of over 30 years in recovery and business give him a unique perspective with expertise and fast, high ROI result
New Perspective on Job Interviews (and...dates?)
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Stuck at $200k/yr? Here’s How to Break $300-$400k/yr
Key Takeaways:Why $200K is no longer the finish line (and how inflation, lifestyle, and goals reveal the gap)The invisible ceiling most high earners hit—and how to break itHow to audit your real total compensation before chasing higher offersWhy promotions at this level come from owning scope, not just working harderHow switching industries or companies can instantly raise your comp ceilingThe tru
Jim Frawley - Changing Industries: How Your Experience Can Be Your Greatest Asset
Connect with Jim!https://www.jimfrawley.com/Jim FrawleyConsider a switch! It can boost your career and make you a stronger candidate.Identify transferable skills and focus on value you bring.Network and showcase how you can solve problems in your target industry.Recruiters value diverse experience, explain your moves with a focus on gained skills.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com
1 Resume Change. 3 Interviews. 2 Offers. Here’s What He Did.
Communicating Important Information Before Your Interview, Relocating, Multiple Offers - Listener Q&AWe answer questions on how to share important information before you even get an interview and how that impacts moving forward and receiving offers.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https://www.commerc
The 3 Secrets to Crushing Your Second Interview (That No One Tells You)
Replay for the Live Youtube Q&A. Listener Questions and Answers about being confident without seeming arrogant, second job interviews, jobs that say they are stressful, handling multiple offers & interviews, and more!Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https://www.commercialhvacjobs.com/Commercial E
Don't Panic! I Have Your "Challenge and Conflict" Interview Question Survival Guide
The Job Interview Question, "Tell me about a challenge or conflict you've faced at work and how you dealt with it." breaks interviews. Fail it, and you head toward the bottom of the list. Answer well, and you'll stand out - even from other candidates with better skills.In this episode, I share the mistakes people make when answering this, how to get it right, and five answer ex
#1 Mistake Candidates Make When Asked About OTHER Interviews
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Stephen Shortt: Are You Stuck or Just Playing It Safe? Career Moves, Interview Secrets & the Truth About Job Fit
Feeling stuck in your job or unsure how to pivot careers? In this episode, career strategist Stephen Short shares 20+ years of experience helping people find fulfilling work—and ace interviews along the way. Whether you're job hunting, considering a career change, or aiming for a promotion, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable strategies.You’ll learn:Why 50% of people feel pro
Feel Unqualified? Here’s How to Walk In Like the Right Person for the Job
What attitude should you have for your interview? Confident? Nervous? Humble? Smart?In this listener Q&A, we cover the difference between feeling and attitude and how to have the right mindset for your interview.Sterile Processing Jobs:https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs:https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/Commercial HVAC Jobs:https://www.commercialhvacjobs.com/Commercial Electricia
William Vanderbloemen - The Right Way to Answer "Tell Me About Yourself," Salary Negotiation, How to Share Weaknesses to Win & Be The "Unicorn"
Be the Unicorn Book: https://a.co/d/e2h15zLBe the Unicorn Website: https://www.vanderbloemen.com/be-the-unicornVanderbloemen Staffing:https://www.vanderbloemen.comWilliam Vanderbloemen, CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group, has conducted over 30,000 interviews and joins us to share how you can stand out as a candidate. Drawing from his extensive experience, William offers practical tips on:Answering
"Tell Us About Negative Feedback You've Received" The Secret Meaning Behind Interview Questions
Interview question "Tell us about a time you received negative feedback" has hidden depths.It's not just about weaknesses: It reveals how you react to criticism, assess your skills, and approach improvement.Good answers: Acknowledge weakness, explain how you learned from it, and showcase growth.Bad answers: Blame others, make excuses, dwell on the past mistake.Tip: If you've ne
Power of Positivity: 4 Steps to Transform Your Career
Introduction to Positivity: This year’s focus is on how positivity can transform your personal growth, job search, interviews, and overall career trajectory.Defining Positivity: It’s not just happiness—it’s choosing hope, proactivity, and a solution-focused mindset despite challenges.Benefits in Career Growth:Positivity boosts resilience in a fast-changing work world.It enhances networking, opport
Before You Say Yes to Any Job…Ask This...
A single, career-defining question: “Can I create disproportionate value here - and will the organization reward it in the ways that matter to me?”Matthew shares the #1 question you must ask yourself before committing to a new job.Learn how to align your personal value creation with what a company truly rewards.Understand the difference between big bureaucratic vs. small fast-growing companies for
The Closed-Door Meeting: How High-Stakes Hiring Decisions Are REALLY Made
Apply at: moveupcareers.com/coaching Limited spots. Matthew personally reviews every application.What Really Happens After the InterviewFinal decisions are made in a closed-door meeting most candidates never see.Story: Two equal candidates—one played it safe, one challenged a market assumption. The bold one got the $180K offer.Perfect answers don’t win offers. Problem-solvers do.The 3 Tables You M
Linda Ugelow: 5 Ways to Turn Interview Nerves Into Confidence
Speaking confidence coach Linda Ugelow joins the Move Up Podcast to explore how job seekers can overcome interview nerves, build authentic presence, and communicate with clarity and confidence—especially in high-stakes, video-based environments.Connect with Linda:lindaugelow.com/ritualsDelightinthelimelight.comKey Takeaways:Nerves are natural and can enhance performance if properly managed—adrenal
Garrett Rice: Rebuilding the Job Hunt & How callings.ai is Changing the Game
Use code "moveup" for one free month at Callings.ai Garrett Rice, co-founder and CEO of Callings.ai, shares how his team is revolutionizing the job search process with AI-powered tools designed to help job seekers navigate an increasingly complex and competitive market.Key Takeaways:Garrett and his co-founder built Callings.ai out of personal frustration with the outdated job search proc
The #1 Reason You’re Not Getting Hired (Even with a Great Resume)
You nailed the interview. They smiled. Then… silence. Here’s why.Summary:Most candidates never pitch themselves—they only answer questions.Hiring managers aren’t mind-readers. Your job is to connect the dots.Show up as the solution to their problems or opportunities.Learn the pitch that landed roles at Microsoft, Apple, and more.Two levers that close interviews: positioning + pitch.Sterile Process
Feras Ahlou: Leverage Getting Laid Off to Launch Your Dream Career
Feras Ahlou shares the five most important strategies Gen Z job seekers and early-career professionals can use to gain career traction, while also revealing how getting laid off led him to a life-changing entrepreneurial journey.Key TakeawaysOver 50% of Gen Z graduates are underemployed a year after graduation—Feras outlines practical steps to overcome this, including leveraging AI, acquiring cert
My #1 Interview Question that Makes/Breaks Job Offers
Most interview questions are easy to prepare for — but this one trips up even seasoned executives, VPs, and top salespeople. In this episode, Matthew reveals the deceptively simple interview question designed to uncover dangerous red flags — and how you can ace it to stand out in today's ultra-competitive job market.You’ll learn:The exact question top recruiters use to test your humility and
Lorraine K. Lee: How Presence Fast‑Tracks Your Promotion and Career
Connect with Lorraine:unforgettablepresencebook.comlinkedin.com/in/lorrainekleeLorraine K. Lee, LinkedIn Top Voice & author of Unforgettable Presence (Apr 22 2025) Big Idea – Hard work gets you noticed inside your cubicle; presence gets you noticed outside it.3 Arenas to MasterExecutive Poise – How you show up in rooms.Digital Footprint – LinkedIn posts ≈ once / month to start.Micro‑Interactio
Dr. Sharon Hull: Successful Career Transitions with Simple, Powerful Tools
Dr. Sharon Hull: Founder of Meta Solutions and author of Professional Careers by Design, Dr. Hull brings 35 years of experience as a physician and coach to help over 450 clients pivot careers.Beating Self-Doubt: She shares her "hip pocket questions," starting with "What matters most to you?" to guide listeners through career uncertainty.Five-Step Framework: Identify what matter
5 Personality Traits that Make (or Break) Promotions
The Big Five Personality Traits and how they relate to career growth:Openness to ExperienceConscientiousnessExtraversionAgreeablenessNeuroticism (emotional stability)Traits linked to higher promotion rates:Extraversion – Helps with visibility and networkingConscientiousness – Correlates with high performance and dependabilityEmotional Stability – Supports calm decision-making under stressTraits th
Dr. Randy Brazie & Dr. Geoffrey VanderPal: Neuroscience-Backed Strategies for Calming Anxiety & Boosting Confidence
Meet the Experts: Dr. Randy Brazie (psychiatrist and medical director) and Dr. Geoffrey VanderPal (educator, financial advisor) discuss how medicine, neuroscience, and business intersect to help job seekers.Science of Stress: Understand how the nervous system reacts under pressure and why recognizing fight-or-flight (or freeze) responses is crucial for interview success.Practical Anxiety Technique
Handwritten Thank You Letters Move You Forward: The Secret Weapon Nobody Uses
Handwritten thank you letters set you apart—but only send them for roles you actually want.Don’t bother writing one if you had a weird vibe, didn’t connect, or just aren’t excited.If the company, manager, role, or pay feels right—go the extra mile.Keep it short, safe, and strategic. This isn’t a place for emotion or storytelling.The goal? To show appreciation, reinforce interest, and subtly remind
Karin Hurt: How to Navigate RISING Workplace Conflict Like a Professional
Why Workplace Conflict Is Rising70% say conflict at work is worse than ever.Remote work, poor management, and stress fuel tension.Ace Conflict-Related Interview QuestionsEmployers ask: “Tell me about a time you faced conflict?”Use the 4 C’s: Connection, Clarity, Curiosity, Commitment. De-Escalate Conflict Like a ProUse “Tell me more” to calm heated situations.Spot toxic workplaces before you accep
SOLUTION: My Proven Method to Land Interviews & Get Hired (Quick Overview)
Tired of sending cover letters that never get a response? In this episode, I share a game-changing strategy that top executives and sales leaders use to stand out—and it works for anyone from entry-level to C-suite. Stop begging for jobs and start solving problems with this simple but powerful approach.Key Takeaways: Why mass applying is a waste of time – and what to do instead The "Rebecca
My Strategies for Pivoting Careers - The Secret Weapon Employers are Finally Embracing
Career pivots are more common than ever – Nearly 49% of professionals make a major career change, and employers are becoming more open to hiring pivoters.The employer's perspective – While some still see career changers as risky, many companies now recognize the value of diverse experience and fresh thinking.Key factors that make a career pivot successful:Commitment – Show you’ve done the res
Dr. Benjamin Ritter: Networking Hacks for Landing Big Jobs
Episode Summary:Networking That Works – Strategies to leverage your contacts for job opportunities.Breaking the Fear of Networking – How to start building relationships even if you don’t know many people.The Power of Intentional Networking – Why it’s not about collecting business cards but forming meaningful connections.Lessons from the Trenches – Dr. Benjamin Ritter and Matthew share their real-l
Turn "Ghosting" & Hiring Delays into Job Offers: My Smart Follow-Up Strategy
Rejection emails are frustrating, but what about ghosting, or when a position is put on hold? It’s not a bad sign—it’s an opportunity. In this episode, I break down:Why companies pause hiring – Common reasons behind hiring freezes and delays.What a “position on hold” really means – Why it’s not the same as rejection.The two common (but ineffective) responses – What most candidates do wrong.A power
Dr. Greg Chasson: Overcoming Perfectionism in Your Job Search and Career
In this episode, we dive into perfectionism—how it impacts job seekers, employees, and leaders—and explore strategies to overcome its pitfalls without losing its advantages. Our guest is Dr. Gregory Chasson, a board-certified cognitive behavioral therapist, researcher, educator, and author of the new book, Flawed. Dr. Chasson breaks down why perfectionism can be both an asset and a hindrance, expl
10 Make or Break Interview VIBES
In this episode of The Job Interview Experience, we dive deep into the fascinating (and often entertaining) world of interview vibes. Whether you're the over-prepared pro, the natural conversationalist, or even the overly confident charmer, understanding your interview style could be the key to unlocking your next big opportunity—or learning what’s holding you back. Here’s what you’ll discove
Thomas Powner: Stop Job Searching - Start Career Marketing. Insight to Get Noticed and Hired
Connect with Thomas:https://www.linkedin.com/in/tompowner/https://www.careerthinker.com/Thomas Powner, founder of Career Thinker, shares how to transform your job search into a powerful career marketing campaign. With 25+ years in sales, operations, and HR, Thomas offers practical advice to help job seekers stand out and succeed.Key Takeaways:Career Marketing Campaign: Position yourself as a solut
2025: My Top 4 Predictions for Promotions & Offers
Skill-Based Hiring:Companies are prioritizing skills over degrees.Job seekers should highlight measurable results on resumes and LinkedIn.Employees can upskill strategically to stay competitive and post about it on LinkedIn.Hybrid and Remote Work:Self-management and productivity are crucial.Job seekers should emphasize remote work success and tools used.Employees can showcase initiative and proble
Ramon Santillan: You Should Skip Gatekeepers & Reach Decision Makers + Recruiter Secrets Deep Dive
Ramon Santillan shares a bold strategy to stand out in your job search: bypass recruiters and connect directly with decision-makers.Connect with Ramon:https://www.persuasiveinterview.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/interviewcoach/Key Takeaways:Understand the Process: A breakdown of the hiring process and why targeting decision-makers can be more effective.The Three Key Contacts: How to identify an
Are You Guilty of the #1 Mistake Candidates Make at the End of Interviews?
The end of a job interview can make or break your chances. Do you thank them too much? Say something awkward? Or, worse, leave them thinking you're not confident in your abilities? In this episode, Matthew Sorensen, founder of CandidateClub.com and host of The Job Interview Experience, reveals: The biggest mistakes candidates make when ending an interview—and how to avoid them. What to say (a
Past -> Future - 2 Ways to Rethink Your Pitch
Focus on Future Contributions: Emphasize how past experiences equip you to solve current and future problems.Connect Past to Future: Draw a clear line between your past skills and knowledge, and how they can benefit the company in the future.Shift the Focus: Move away from simply reciting your resume and instead highlight how you can contribute to the company's goals.Understand the Company&ap
Kate Pozeznik - Personal Branding, Hidden Job Market Secrets, and Salary Negotiation Tips
In this episode of The Job Interview Experience, Matthew Sorensen hosts Kate Pozeznik, founder of Quirk, a personal branding and career consulting firm. Kate shares insights into personal branding, the hidden job market, and how to articulate salary expectations confidently. With years of experience helping executives and rising professionals build fulfilling careers, Kate provides actionable step
John Tarnoff: Midway Career Reinvention - Turning Setbacks into Success
Ready for a career reset? In this episode, we chat with John Tarnoff, an executive and career transition coach, TEDx speaker, and author of Boomer Reinvention, who specializes in guiding mid-career professionals toward more fulfilling roles. Fired 39% of the time in his entertainment career, John transformed setbacks into success and now shares his insights on standing out in today’s job market. D
Blueprint for Career Success: From Listener to Leader - James' Story
In this episode, we delve into the inspiring story of James, a listener who used the Job Interview Experience podcast to significantly advance his career. By actively listening, taking notes, and applying the strategies shared in the podcast, James achieved remarkable success, landing his dream job and securing multiple promotions within a year.Key Takeaways:The Power of Active Listening: Discover
My Top 5 Strategies to Stand Out in this CRAZY Market
Be the Solution, Not Just a Candidate: Frame yourself as the answer to the company’s problems by showcasing how you've solved similar issues in the past.Build a Personal Brand that Aligns with the Role: Define your professional reputation and ensure it resonates with the job you're targeting.Nail the "Tell Me About Yourself" Question: This is a make-or-break question in intervi
Avoid Awkward Starts & Nail the First Impression!
Awkwardness is common: Many people feel awkward during interviews, especially at the beginning.The right start matters: A strong start can set the tone for a successful interview.Prepare a script: Plan out what to say in the first few moments.Be still: Avoid rambling and focus on making a clear, concise statement.Use positive language: Express excitement and appreciation for the opportunity.Practi
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