There’s a lot to think about and know when it comes to conducting a job search. Sometimes we just don’t have all the answers or know where to turn. That’s why I curate articles for Summary Sunday – to help provide you with information you may need! In this week’s Summary Sunday, you’ll find: If […]
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There are an infinite number of data engineering interview questions that you could be asked, but some are far more common than others. That means if youâre prepared for them, youâll have a serious advantage when it comes time to interview. This list will help you prepare for whatâs coming! 1. Can You Tell Me […]
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When it comes to professional development, there are many resources you can use to get to the next level in your career. Courses, online trainings, books, and podcasts are the most popular for their accessibility and effectiveness. Podcasts specifically are great resources for busy professionals looking to develop their careers because they are convenient and can be listened to on the go or while multitasking.
We recently asked our executives for their best podcast recommendations for professional development.
Here are their responses…
âI am fortunate in that there are many quality niche podcasts in my field of teaching, leading, and learning. One of my favorites is Cult of Pedagogy because the topics are applicable across the scope of K16 education (i.e., strategies that can be quickly implemented the next day in most classrooms).
I think the bigger question, given how many quality podcasts there are across industries and because they tend to be ethereal, at least in my field, is “what TYPE of podcast do I prefer for professional development?”
I look for the following in a podcast for professional development:
âJohn Schembari is a current K-12 teacher/school leader academic improvement coach and former school building and district administrator. He loves to draw, travel, swing dance, and read nonfiction.
There are two podcasts that I listen to as a creator. The first is the Think Media Podcast, presented by company owners and digital marketing specialists Sean Cannell and Heather Torres. It is a fantastic resource for anybody looking to increase their online presence and business utilizing these strategies.
With an emphasis on YouTube marketing and other related topics including social networking, podcasting, and email marketing, this program gives insightful advice and suggestions for both beginning and seasoned artists.
For the most recent information about digital marketing, listeners may find it in the Think Media Podcast, which contains conversations with successful entrepreneurs and content creators.
The Creator Economics podcast is the second one that I regularly listen to. Reed Duchscher and Blake Robbins served as the hosts.
Reed is a businessman, the CEO of Night Media, a talent manager for well-known artists including Mr. Beast, Typical Ganer, and Preston, as well as a keynote speaker.
Blake is a VC at Ludlow Ventures. Blake Robbins is the person responsible for making 100 Thieves one of the biggest eSports brands ever created.
Creator Economics offers helpful advice and insights for creative professionals looking to build successful professions and enterprises.
Because of Reed’s experience as an entrepreneur, talent manager, and keynote speaker, the podcast addresses a variety of topics, including branding, marketing, pricing strategies, and building a community of fans and supporters.
The program has discussions with successful creative entrepreneurs and personal development.
Percy Leon is a digital media content producer specializing in educational technology and entertainment. He is interested in web3, metaverse, and the use of virtual reality for storytelling.
Outside of the Executive Table Talk with Work It Daily, my favorite professional podcast is with Kelly Merbler. Her podcast is called Coffee with Kelly.
Coffee with Kelly meets every Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 9:00 a.m. Occasionally the meetings are on Fridays at 11:30 a.m. to accommodate some West Coast attendees.
Kelly Merbler started this podcast three years ago to respond to the nation closing due to COVID-19. The call began with five women looking to stay connected during this national shutdown.
The Friday calls have swelled to over 80 attendees. There are women and men from various walks of life. They are also reaching several countries.
Kelly also has a Slack channel to track podcast records, a job board, past and upcoming events, etc.
I canât exactly remember how I met Kellyâboth of our moms passed away from Alzheimerâs. At Christmas time, she goes to the nursing home where her mother stayed and visits with all the patients. These visits add smiles and laughter to many patients.
By trade, Kelly is a leader development consultant and a motivational speaker who can rally any crowd. The podcast topics range from guest motivational speakers who have started a business to job search ideas.
I love Kelly Merbler for her energy and love of people. Her heart is in a beautiful place. I am proud to be part of her tribe!
Michael Willis has 18+ years of experience working with accounting & sports organizations and has managed P&Ls of $10M – $125M+ with budgets of $3M-$50M+. He worked for the NFL for 22 1/2 years, mainly with the game officials working on the financial/accounting side of the business.
Are you wondering where all the talent has gone?
Are employees leaving your company?
Do your job openings attract interested and experienced candidates?
Listeners interested in recruiting, talent development, retention, leadership, and organizational culture should tune into Revolutionizing Recruitment: The Art of Attracting, Acquiring and Retaining Talent.
Recruiting talent is more than simply finding great employees. Join Kathleen Duffy, a revolutionary recruiting visionary and founder of Duffy Group, Inc. as she talks to the best in the industry. Past guests have included Chief People Officer at Intel Christy Pambianchi, the Global Head of Talent Acquisition at Spotify Jon Singel, SHRM CEO Johnny Taylor Jr., and New York Times best-selling author Marcus Buckingham.
If youâre searching for a strategic and collaborative approach to uncovering hidden talent, Revolutionizing Recruitment is the podcast for you.
Georgia Musgrave is the VP of Strategic Initiatives at Duffy Group. She educates leaders on the value of “passive talent” as a means of attracting the best human capital to their company.
That being said, the daily podcast, which consists of what Brian calls â+1s,â is the tip of the iceberg.
Many personal and professional development podcasts seem to consist of disparate âtechniquesâ that are shared with listeners as ways of solving life or business challenges on a tactical basis.
Brian is, in the truest sense of the word, a philosopher (i.e., one who both studies âphilosophyâ but also implements it on a minute-to-minute basis). As such, rather than simply throwing ideas out as daily â+1s,â heâs combined these and the other information he has distilled from a gamut of ancient and modern-day ways of thinking into an integrated philosophy of his own (see his website heroic.us).
As someone who seeks out practicality, âadultâ wisdom, and things that are âfit for purpose,â I find it to be an exceptionally useful source ofâdare I say itâenlightenment.
Mark Taylor has 20+ years of risk, technology, and product management experience working in global and regional financial services firms in the UK and the U.S. He’s managed teams of 40+, successfully addressed 100+ regulatory issues, and has saved companies $15M+.
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For college students, internships are the gateway to an amazing career. Internships are the perfect opportunities for young professionals to acquire and develop skills, network, and prove themselves as hard workers.
Want to stand out at your internship and be known as the best intern in the entire company? Follow these steps to becoming an unforgettable intern:
When walking into your internship, it is important to remember that you are there to pay your dues, just like everyone else in the company. Know your worth to the company, but do not overstep boundaries! Your main goal is to assist and learn from your superiors.
Some may find it unbearable to go into a company knowing that they are at the bottom of the totem pole, but it is important that you swallow your pride. Dedicate yourself to becoming the best worker possible and your superiors will notice!
Do not be entitled. Respect is not handed out; it is earned. Remember that.
As we mentioned above, you are there to pay your dues and learn. Go into the office and work to your best potential every day, and respect will come.
Now, we’re not saying you need to act like you are walking on eggshells, but you must be calm and collected in the workplace. You should come to work every day with a positive attitude, ready to work smart!
There’s a big difference between working hard and working smart. Working hard means having no problem working over eight hours a day. Working smart is fitting a 10-hour workday into an eight-hour shift.
Productivity is extremely important, and if you are losing an hour or two a day because you are surfing the web or looking at your phone, you can expect that your manager will lose their patience and drop you.
Imagine a co-worker was going on vacation for the week and left you a huge checklist of things to do while he’s gone. At the bottom of the list, he left a note saying, “If you can get at least one-third of this list done before the end of the week, that would be amazing.”
Now, instead of working at a slow pace, imagine you get the entire list done by Wednesday, and ask your boss for another project. That’s the kind of work ethic that makes you a stand-out intern, and a great candidate for a future entry-level position.
As an intern, don’t be afraid to take on a big project! It’s a chance to show them what you’re made of.
Understand that not every task you need to complete is going to be glamorous. There will be tasks you will be given that may be a drag, but do notâwe repeat DO NOTâcomplain about doing this work. You never want to be seen as ungrateful in the office.
It is important that you see everything in a positive light. Even if the task you are working on is small, see it as something that your superior is trusting you and only you with. Everything can have a positive twist.
All good and unforgettable interns successfully network with their colleagues. An office is filled with professionals who have years of experience. Every day, you should make a conscious effort to try and pick the brain of another professional. An easy way to do this is by taking them out for coffee during the day. Coffee is inexpensive and quick. Make sure you treat them, and let them know that you are appreciative of their time.
If you do this a few times a week throughout your internship, you will have numerous connections and unmeasurable knowledge about the industry.
Now that you have this guideline to becoming an unforgettable intern, apply the knowledge you learned and prove to your employer why you are the very best.
Outshine the competition and get that full-time position!
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Even at a time when itâs possible for people to book trips entirely using digital tools, thereâs still strong demand for travel agents, because plenty of tourists simply donât want to worry about arranging every last detail themselves. If youâre interested in working in this field, take a look at the following personality traits and […]
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Microlearning has become increasingly popular in the last few years, with many organizations adopting its âbite-sizedâ approach as part of their learning strategy. But is it right for everyone? While there are advantages to microlearning methods, such as improved engagement and retention, they also come with certain drawbacks. From general difficulties surrounding a lack of […]
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As the job search advances, one of the top questions becomes “what salary do I ask for?” So, let’s talk about salary!
When a candidate meets a company and falls in love with their dream job, they need to have some awkward conversations before they can commit to each other. Salary is one of those conversations.
But talking about salary doesn’t have to be awkward!
The important thing is to be prepared. You need to do your homework and understand what’s fair. The last thing you want to do is to price yourself out of a job because you didn’t know you asked for too much. Or worse, sell yourself short because you didn’t ask for enough. It’s business timeâ¦so, let’s get down to business.
Here are some things you should know before you talk about salary:
1. Always Be Prepared
You never know when an employer will bring up the salary questionâit could be in the job application or it could be during your final job interview. That’s why you want to be prepared for it. Know your numbers before you apply for the position so you’re not caught off guard.
2. Don’t Be The One To Bring It Up First
A common mistake people make during the hiring process is bringing up salary too soon. This can hurt your chances of getting the job offer because the employer might think you’re only in it for the money. Wait until the employer brings it up, then go from there.
3. Know What’s Competitive
Do your homework. Know what’s competitive for that role in that industry. You can use websites like Glassdoor, Payscale, and Salary.com to research competitive salary rates for similar positions.
4. Know Your “Walk-Away” Rate
After you do your research, you’ll have an idea of both the highest and lowest salaries for similar roles in your field. This is an important thing to know because it will allow you to have a range to work with during negotiations (i.e., it will give you some wiggle room). When you’re thinking about your range, it’s important to know your “walk-away” rate. This is the absolute lowest offer you will accept without eating Ramen noodles for the rest of your life. You don’t want to take an offer that’s not going to pay you enough to live comfortably. Otherwise, you’ll likely be on the job search again looking for a role that pays you more money. However, you do want to understand the going salary rates for that position so you don’t a) price yourself out of the job, or b) sell yourself short.
5. Don’t Limit Yourself To Money
While you should aim to get a competitive salary, don’t focus only on the money. You can negotiate for other things too, like work-from-home opportunities, flextime, vacation days, and other perks. It depends on what’s most important to you. Again, this will give you some wiggle room during negotiations.
6. Give Them A Reason To Give You More
In order to get the salary you want, you need to prove that you’ll be a valuable asset to the company and that your unique skills/experiences make you the best fit for the role. You need to show them that you’re worth the investment.
7. Don’t Be Afraid Of ‘No’
During salary negotiations, it’s okay to say “no” to a job offer if it’s not in line with what you feel is appropriate based on your research and needs. Remember, saying “no” opens up negotiations. Also, if the employer says “no” to your counteroffer, it doesn’t mean he or she isn’t willing to work with you to find something that works for both parties (that’s why they call it negotiating!). This is why you do so much prep work in the beginning. If you know your numbers, have a “walk-away” rate, and demonstrate your value to the employer, you’re more likely to negotiate an offer that works for you. If not, it might not be the right opportunity for you at this point. Your dream job is still out there, you just haven’t found it yet,
8. Chill!
Yes, salary negotiations can be stressful. However, it’s a big part of the hiring process. If you choose to forgo the negotiation process because you’re afraid, you risk selling yourself short. Don’t do that to yourself! If you get nervous, try practicing your negotiating skills with a friend or a career coach. The more you practice, the more comfortable you’ll get doing it.
See? You can do this whole salary dance! And it doesn’t have to be awkward. As long as you apply these tips, you don’t have to worry about salary negotiations, and you’ll able to answer the “what salary do I ask for” question with ease.
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Anyone who’s ever been unemployed (or looked for a job while employed) knows how stressful and exhausting the job search process can be. So, during your job search, should you feel guilty for taking some time for yourself?
The short answer: No. Of course not.
If we’re not spending every waking moment applying for jobs, sometimes it’s easy to feel guiltyâlike we’re not doing EVERYTHING we can to land our next job. This strategy of applying for as many jobs as possible and hoping for the best actually doesn’t help anyone get a job faster. In other words, choosing quantity over quality. This is the wrong mindset to have, and it does more harm than good.
The job search process is about working smarter, not harder.
Think about a normal work day. It’s pretty balanced, right? You get up, go to work, come home, and still have hours left in the day to do whatever you want. Your job isn’t the only thing you have going on in your life. That’s why it’s called work-life balance. To sum it up…
Your job isn’t your whole life. So, your job search shouldn’t be either.
Here are some ways you can take time for yourself as you look for a new job (because you deserve it!):
When you’re unemployed, here at Work It DAILY we like to say this is an opportunity for you to get in the best shape of your life.
Taking care of yourself is important and regular exercise is one of the best things you can do for both your physical and mental health. It’s a great way to relieve stress and it may even help you sleep better.
Take advantage of the free time you have after applying for jobs and get moving! Chances are, you’ll walk into your next interview with more confidence and an extra spring in your step.
Nothing helps us detach from our busy lives like reading a good book.
Quiet those racing thoughts by readingâany genre will do! Reading may help you learn something new, gain new perspectives, and help with empathy (all things that will benefit you at your next job).
Knowledge is power!
Although you may dread networking, think of it as a necessary evil. Sure, it sucks having to step outside your comfort zone and you’d rather be doing other things. But nothing can produce positive career results quite like networking. There’s no substitute for it.
If you’re between jobs, you should devote some of your time to networking. You’ll meet new people in your industry and connect with those who have similar interests and career goals. If it doesn’t help you get your next job, it may help you get a job down the line.
Sometimes all we need when we’re feeling down is a visit with our family and friends. They’ve supported you through tougher times, and they’ll support you through this transition too.
When you’re starting to doubt yourself, they will remind you of your strengths and accomplishments. They’ll give you that confidence boost you need. At the very least, you’ll have quality time with the people you loveâtime you don’t always have when you’re working every day.
One of the best ways you can spend your time during the job search process is by learning a new skill.
Whether it’s getting certified or taking a class, this skill should be applicable to your new job. You can add it to your resume, and it shows employers you’ve been doing something productive for your career, even when you weren’t employed.
If you try these five things (or just one!), you’ll transition to your next job with easeâand it won’t feel like you’re just waiting out the clock. Be proactive and take ownership of your career like never before! You may be looking for a job, but don’t let that stop you from living your best life.
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If you are over 40, have a big skill set, and are struggling to get hired, you’ve come to the right place. I work with thousands of people who have big skill sets and can’t get hired. What’s going on? What can you do to stand out in the hiring process and land a job?
When you’re networking and interviewing as a seasoned professional, you’re probably giving employers the wrong impression because you’re sitting there telling them all your skills, all the things you can do for them, and making it sound like you’re a Jack or Jill of all trades. And while you think that’s what they want to hear because you’re thinking, “I’m the best bang for the buck,” that’s not what they’re hearing. What they’re hearing is that you’re narcissistic. You’re a know-it-all. You’re going to be difficult to work with, and you’re probably going to leave for more money anyway.
Employers don’t want that headache.
Now, here’s how you fix that…
@j.t.odonnell Replying to @luvmy2goldens over 40 job search tips! #over40 #over50 #careeradvice #jobsearch #interviewtips ⬠original sound – J.T. O’Donnell
1. Ask, don’t tell.
You want to listen twice as much as you talk in your interviews. The way you do that is by asking great questions.
Examples:
You really want to get at their pain point and how the job supports them. But you’re also sending a message, and that message is, “I get it. I’m the service provider. You’re the customer, You’re the leader. And I’m going to make sure that you’re happy.” That’s the mindset they need to hear.
2. Make it clear that it’s an equitable partnership.
By “equitable partnership” I mean you need to point out all the things they have to offer that you really want because you don’t want them worrying that you might leave. You need to talk about the skills you’ll be able to develop there, the knowledge you’ll gain, and the opportunities you’ll have that you won’t have anywhere else. You need to hype them up and say, “You have so much to offer me here. This is the place I want to be. You are at top of my bucket list. This is the place I want to spend years at.” And you’ve got to make them see that as well.
Between asking great questions so you’re not overselling yourself and also making employers realize that they’re exactly what you want, that’s how you’re going to get the results that you’re looking for. Those are my best tips for job seekers over 40. Give them a try.
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While it may not sound like the most exciting job (to some, at least), being an accountant comes with a wide range of perks. For one, the job is in high demand as more people turn to entrepreneurship and solopreneurship. Plus, the job market for accounting professionals is expected to continue growing in the coming […]
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During times of uncertainty, we all need to take steps to prepare for what comes next – even if we don’t know exactly what that is. In this week’s summary, you’ll find articles that will help you get ready for a possible job search or improve what you are currently doing in your job search. […]
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How you communicate with employers after an interview is an important, but often understated, step in the interview process. Most of the career advice surrounding job interviews discusses how to land an interview, and what to do when you get one.
We’re here to help you in that difficult (and sometimes lonely!) stage after a job interview when you’re not sure where you stand in the employer’s eyes.
Here are two ways you should follow up with an employer after a job interview:
This piece of job search advice is common. Yet, executing a good thank-you note is harder than it looks.
You should send a thank-you note to a potential employer within 24 hours after your job interview. And, since the hiring manager is probably really busy, it’s best to send an email, not a handwritten note.
In your note, it’s not enough just to say “thank you.” You should also explain why you’re thankful for the opportunity to interview at the company. Mention specific details from the interview if you canâabout the company, meeting members of the team, and the position itself.
During the interview, make it a goal to remember the names of everyone you shake hands with. Then, you can drop the names of the people you met in your thank-you note.
This will show the employer that you pay attention to the details and have already connected with the people at the company you’d be working with if you get the job.
Lastly, end your thank-you note by reiterating why you believe you’d be a great fit for the job, and express your excitement about the opportunity to work there.
A well-written and thoughtful thank-you note like this will definitely stand out to hiring managers.
After you send your thank-you note, the waiting begins.
It’s in your best interest to follow up one to two weeks after your interview. The only exception is if the employer gives you a certain time frame of when to expect to hear back from them. If given a time frame, don’t follow up before then.
When you do decide to follow up with an employer, a short, concise email is the way to go.
Ask if there’s anything else the hiring manager needs from you. Reiterate your excitement for the opportunity. And finally, close the email with a forward-looking statement, and another “thank you.”
Communication with a potential employer after a job interview is an integral part of the hiring process. You don’t want to annoy them, but you need to convey your enthusiasm and excitement for the opportunity at the same time.
By following up in these two ways, you’ll stand out as an eager and proactive applicant, one with communication skills that will help you shine in any position.
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