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The Voice of Job Seekers
I write investigative job search and career articles with a practitioner's heart. One thing for sure: The modern job search is a lifestyle now. If it isn't, you'll be light years behind should your job end today. Late starts suck, but you can change today! It's a mistake to disengage from managing your career. It will only land you light years behind your competition. My award-winning blog, "The Voice of Job Seekers," has offered job-search advice since 2011. I write a Substack blog called "The…
Episodes
The Voice of Job SeekersHow to Become The Ideal Job Candidate
My first guest is Austin Belcak, whose daily tips on Linkedin helps many job seekers to find and network with hiring managers to get the right position. He…
The Voice of Job SeekersVirginia Franco Interviews Mark Anthony Dyson on the Resume Storyteller Podcast
I wanted to share my guest spot on Virginia Franco's podcast, Resume Storyteller from last Spring. We discuss several career advice, strategies, and job search…
The Voice of Job SeekersCompensation Negotiation Convo with Stacey Hawley
On this week's show, I am discussion compensation negotiation with Stacey Hawley, a compensation and benefits negotiation expert. I wanted Stacey to share some…
The Voice of Job SeekersTrying to Change Careers? This is The Time w/ Virginia Franco
Changing careers or jobs is the norm as it has been for some years now. One survey from Robert Half International shows 66% of professionals see changing jobs…
The Voice of Job SeekersWhat The Differences Between a Headhunter and a Recruiter
Being headhunted is a good thing these days as Christopher Taylor shares the difference between being recruited and headhunted. Chris is a former headhunter…
The Voice of Job SeekersRepurpose Your Career, 3rd Edition, with Marc Miller
Welcome back to the seventh year and season of my show! So many of you have listened since 2013! Thanks so much. Marc Miller is back on the show again to talk…
The Voice of Job SeekersGet Out of Underemployment This Summer
Underemployment can feel worse than unemployment because there are traps. Your mindset is more important than strategy. In this last episode, I discuss 5 ways…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow to Avoid and Handle Career Burnout
Career burnout is real, and most professionals are not sure what the signs or symptoms are if they experience it. This could hinder how you come across in…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow to Navigate Institutional Bias
There are so many angles to explore while discussing institutional bias, and you can only talk about a few at a time. Lizette Ojeda, PhD. is my guest today to…
The Voice of Job SeekersWhat Does Financial Planning Have to Do with Your Job Search?
How is your financial footing? Is your job search financially ready? Are you taking on a new position and need to make sure you have the right benefits for…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow to Remain Cyber Safe During a Job Search
My guest, Dr. Nichelle Manuel, says "data is the new currency." I believe she's right and today's show reflects the importance of a proactive role for your…
The Voice of Job SeekersIntrovert's Guide to Making Career Connections that Count
If you're an introvert or not, networking can be a challenge. If you are finding it difficult to navigate on or offline, then this show is for you. My guest…
The Voice of Job SeekersHuman Resources Trends in 2019
It's good to know what Human Resources is thinking during the interview process, right? That's why I brought HR Executive and expert Sarah Morgan to the show…
The Voice of Job SeekersResume Trends in 2019
Welcome to my annual "Resume Trends" show! Jessica Hernandez, multiple award-winning resume writer and founder of Great Resumes Fast is my guest today. This is…
The Voice of Job SeekersOwning Your Job Search with a Consultant Mindset
Thanks for joining me for this final fall finale on TVOJS. If you are joining me for the first time, welcome. You can learn more about the podcast, the blog…
The Voice of Job Seekers5 Tips to Find Your Next Job in 2019
In this special episode, my friend Bob McIntosh asked to interview me on my show. In the past, I have replayed my interviews from guest appearances on other…
The Voice of Job SeekersWill Technology Be Essential in Removing Hiring Bias with Melissa Dobbins
Removing bias from the hiring process is quite a task considering those who are still asking why. My guest this episode is Melissa Dobbins, founder, and CEO of…
The Voice of Job SeekersYou'll Need These Linkedin Strategies for Job Search Readiness with Marc Miller
Marc Miller of the "Repurpose Your Career" podcast, and I address some of the Linkedin questions that come through our inboxes and email. The original version…
The Voice of Job SeekersJob Search Wisdom from Career Advice Writers
In this special edition, I gathered three career advice writers to join me for their perspective on the job search. We tackle several questions adding a…
The Voice of Job SeekersGive Linkedin Recommendations More Respect
Linkedin recommendations are not featured as it used to be. In fact, it's near the bottom of your Linkedin profile now. Bob McIntosh, the purveyor of all…
The Voice of Job SeekersA Millennial's Take on Work and Career
For my Gen X and baby boomer listeners, it's time to listen to millennials about their take on work. My guest, Hilary Sutton, speaks as a writer, a researcher…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow to Find Work That Matters
We are in an economy that has a four percent unemployment rate and now many people are looking and leaping to different job and careers. Are you looking for…
The Voice of Job Seekers5 Reasons Job Seekers Will Use Instagram Stories Not Snapchat for their Job Search (Audio)
Instagram stories is new and significant. In today's day and age, social proof and timeliness are critical to standing out in the job market. To make the most…
The Voice of Job SeekersAnswering Your Job Search Questions (Season Finale)
For this last episode of the season, I am replaying my appearance on the "Repurpose Your Career" podcast. Here are the questions we're answering: 1. I am a…
The Voice of Job SeekersRemoving Bias From the Hiring Bias
Removing bias from the hiring process is quite a task considering those who are still asking why. My guest this episode is Melissa Dobbins, founder, and CEO of…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow Job Seekers Can Get Noticed Online
How to stand out to employers online is frequent question and subject. It's one of the hardest things to do on the Internet since there is so much noise…
The Voice of Job SeekersYouth Unemployment Career Advice Radio Interview with Mark Anthony Dyson
I was interview by James Parker of the Chicago Urban League Saturday, 4/14/2018. This was on WVON Saturday morning's program, "Let's Get to Work." You are more…
The Voice of Job SeekersThe Best New Features of LinkedIn for Job Seekers
LinkedIn is constantly changing their features and functionality to the point where new and old users lose sight of LinkedIn's value. Bob McIntosh is a…
The Voice of Job SeekersThe Worst That Could Happen to Your Job Search
Join us for a short episode at TheVoiceofJobSeekers.com this week. You are more than welcome to join the discussion. Here are three ways you can: – Call and…
The Voice of Job SeekersMore Job Search Tips for 2018
More job search tips for you in this episode. Although we had a goal to offer three job search tips each, there were more tips than we expected. Chris Fields…
The Voice of Job SeekersReinvention for Job Seekers
If we are looking to advance our careers, reinvention is a must. It's not what you think it is if you're thinking makeover (although sometimes it is). Your…
The Voice of Job SeekersResume Trends in 2018
I decided to create an extensive resume advice show that offered many practical and actionable tactics and strategies. I invited Jessica Dillard back to the…
The Voice of Job SeekersThe layoff episode
Tis the season for layoffs. Well, the talk or the occurrences lately include AFLAC, Allscripts, Allstate, AIG, Anadarko, Arris, and AT&T. Not to mention every…
The Voice of Job SeekersDoes Diversity and Inclusion Matter to Your Career Anymore?
Thanks for joining us for the last show of the season. The next show will be on January 19, 2018. I want you to stick around for this show. Janine Truitt and…
The Voice of Job SeekersIdealist.org as Your Go To Nonprofit Job Board
You've heard me say before small organizations should be on your list of target companies to research and get hired by. One of the premiere nonprofit job…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow Students, Grads, and Young Careerists Can Mitigate Bias
Thanks so much for your interest in this particular episode. Since bias has many different faces, sizes, complexities, and issues, it's hard to talk about them…
The Voice of Job SeekersThe Enhancing Affects of Parental Leave on Your Career
Parental Leave and its nuances may change and possibly alter your career in some way. Who knows, maybe parental leave benefits will wane? We can't say until we…
The Voice of Job SeekersGoogle Yourself and the Obsolete 40 Hour Work Week
Still conflicted with building your brand online. Have you tried defensive googling, yet? Concerned the data or the lack of data about you on Google it's vital…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow Good Writing Skills Can Build Your Brand with the Grammar Goddess
Employers want employees and new hires to good writing skills. If you find writing a challenge, this is a good show for you. Susan Rooks, the Grammar Goddess…
The Voice of Job SeekersThe Yin and Yang of Job Interviews
My guest is Thea Kelley who wrote the book, Get That Job! The Quick and Complete Guide to a Winning Interview, called "Excellent" in a Forbes article. I love…
The Voice of Job SeekersIs a Portfolio Career a Good Choice for You with Mac Pritchard
Welcome back to the last show of the Summer season, and boy is this an informative one! Listen to this great show with Mac Pritchard, founder of Mac's List…
The Voice of Job SeekersAre We Biased? Kristen Pressner Says Yes She Is
Today, I am sharing with my conversation with Kristen Pressner. This show is a slight departure from straight job search advice or should any of this show have…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow Does Unconscious Bias Affect Older Job Seekers
This week's episode is a republishing of an interview done by Marc Miller, host of the Repurposing Your Career podcast, and the mega huge CareerPivot.com. The…
The Voice of Job SeekersBuilding CareerKred with Ryan Rhoten
Glad to have my friend Ryan Rhoten back on the show to discuss his first book, CareerKred: 4 Simple Steps to Build Your Digital Brand & Boos Credibility In…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow Will You Stand Out at Your Next Job Fair? Use a Handbill
Everyone usually has one goal attending a networking event or a job fair: To meet the right person to get the next step. To do that, you have to stand out…
The Voice of Job SeekersHow Volunteering Adds Value to Your Job Search
Welcome back to the podcast! I hope your last three weeks were as enjoyable as mine. I also continued volunteering for the "Aim to Work" Job Lab. For this…
The Voice of Job SeekersEarlier Work and Life Planning With Your Career in Mind
Let's face it, the lines between work and life continue to mesh. Many professionals trying to separate the two with 24-hour access to work product. According…
The Voice of Job SeekersThe Beyonce Syndrome, Our Careers, and Bias
The Beyonce Syndrome. Our definition of the show is about the career woman who has it all and does it all. Many feel it's not enough to achieve the recognition…
The Voice of Job SeekersMore Reasons Career Success Can Come Through Blogging
Job seekers should consider blogging as a way to increase your career success and choices. In the process, it will increase your career chances. I bought back…
The Voice of Job SeekersRepurposing Your Career for the Second Half of Life
Marc Miller is back on the show again to talk about his new book, "Repurposing Your Career: A Practical Guide For the 2nd Half of Life." He shares stories from…
The Voice of Job SeekersThe Existence of the Pay Gap
We are recording this episode on April 3, 2017. This is a day before the "Don't Call it a Pay Gap" Facebook Live hosted by PayScale. I wanted to support this…
The Voice of Job SeekersWhen Your Job Search is in "Code Blue" You...
Going into vacation mode, I wanted to offer some job search advice in what you can do in a pinch. Employers seem to ignore you lately. No call backs from…
The Voice of Job SeekersMastering the Job Interview Process w/ Lavie Margolin
Lavie Margolin is back on the show to talk about his latest book Mastering the Job Interview. He is the author of several books about Negotiating Salary to Job…
The Voice of Job SeekersCritical Thinking Strategies to Impress Employers
Graduates undervalue communication and critical thinking. Employers want more of it. My guest today, Jeff Kavanaugh, explains how graduates can prepare for the…
The Voice of Job SeekersThis Book Makes You Take Your Job Search and Career Seriously
Finally, I read a career book with the mission to entertain while making serious points. Much of what NOT to do in your job search and workplace is in the boo…
The Voice of Job SeekersNegotiation in Your Workplace, Job Search, and Everywhere Else
As we dive deeper into the gig economy, each job seeker will accept several roles. Our roles as contractors and entrepreneurs, we must embrace our roles as…
The Voice of Job SeekersWhat to Do When Your Job Search Efforts Don't Work
Today's job search requires you to keep both hands on the wheel. Any passive approach to finding opportunities fails. It doesn't work. You must remain engaged…
The Voice of Job SeekersThree Ways to Manage Your Emotions During Your Job Search
Try different strategies to achieve different results. The same old strategies yield the same results. Most job seekers would rather do what is easy than what…
The Voice of Job SeekersFacing Unconscious Bias in Your Career and Life
For a long time, I have wanted Tony Chatman to come on my show. We have talked about many ideas over the last two years, but finally, a topic both of us are…