In this engaging discussion, Andrew Seaman, Senior Managing Editor for Jobs at LinkedIn, shares his expertise on how effective communication can propel your career. He emphasizes the importance of crafting a compelling personal narrative to showcase your journey. Andrew offers tips on mastering online presence and social media for job searches, and he provides strategies for navigating interviews and networking. He also highlights the value of authenticity and humor in professional communication, urging listeners to actively shape their career paths.
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volunteer_activism ADVICE
Online Presence as First Interview
Post about your profession and passions online to enhance your presence.
This allows people to get to know you before meeting you and stay updated.
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Frequency and Content of Online Posts
Post a few times a week, mixing professional content with personal passions.
Show yourself as a well-rounded individual and keep your activity current.
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Meaningful Online Comments
When commenting, ensure you add value to the conversation and move it forward.
Avoid simple affirmations; provide substantial additions or caveats.
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This book, backed by extensive research, teaches how to use humor effectively in professional settings. Aaker and Bagdonas debunk common myths about humor, explain how to identify and employ your own humor style, and provide practical tips on using humor to make a strong first impression, deliver difficult feedback, and foster a culture of levity and creativity. The authors emphasize that humor is not about telling jokes but about incorporating fun and light-heartedness into formal communication to form better relationships and relieve stress.
Whether winning over a hiring manager or winning new business, career success often hinges on how we communicate. That’s why Andrew Seaman is on a mission to help people find the words that work — to get work.
Seaman is the senior managing editor for jobs and career development at LinkedIn, and as the creator and host of the Get Hired podcast and newsletter, he helps millions hone communication skills to land the jobs they want. According to him, getting opportunities isn’t just about experience or connections, but how we frame and present our personal and professional narratives. With a standard resume, he says, “You're making them connect the dots. And people are not good at that.” Instead, he recommends crafting a story that explains where you’ve been, where you are, and where you hope to go. “Connect the dots for them,” he says, “so they're not viewing you as a person who has bounced around. They're thinking, this person has had a cohesive career.”
In this episode of Think Fast, Talk Smart, Seaman and host Matt Abrahams explore tools for navigating the interview process, networking on and offline, and communication strategies to get hired.
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