Get Hired with Andrew Seaman

In this podcast, interview expert Valerie Sutton joins Andrew to debunk interview myths and discuss best practices in job interviews. They cover topics such as understanding the interviewer, types of interviews, researching company culture, and preparing for classic interview questions. Valerie shares valuable insights on how to navigate interviews and secure job positions.

How do you decide between two job offers when the main difference is the perks? For example, is unlimited vacation time as good as it sounds? We’re going to discuss how to evaluate job perks and benefit packages so you can make the best decision for yourself. In this episode of Get Hired, Andrew speaks with Adam Marinelli, a career counselor also known as the DIY Career Guy, to learn strategies for successfully negotiating remote work and unlimited paid time off (PTO) benefits. Adam highlights the benefits and challenges of remote work arrangements, especially in a post-COVID world. He sheds light on how unlimited PTO is not about taking excessive time off but rather fostering a culture of trust and personal responsibility. Adam also discusses common concerns like abusing the policy and the importance of setting expectations.Follow Adam Marinelli on Linked in by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

June is Pride Month in the United States and other countries around the world. It's a time to honor the contributions of people who are LGBTQ+, celebrate the progress the community has made over the years, and recognize the challenges that still remain. One of the areas that still requires attention is in the workplace, where employers often offer a patchwork quilt of inclusivity benefits.The Human Rights Campaign (HRC) has been paying attention to this area for decades, shining a light on the topic through its Corporate Equality Index. RaShawn "Shawnie" Hawkins is the senior director of HRC's Workplace Equality Program. She's joining us this week to explain how people who are LGBTQ can use the Index to find inclusive employers and how current employers can advocate for good policy updatesFollow Shawnie on LinkedIn by clicking here. You can find the latest Corporate Equality Index by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

From high-achieving professionals to creative artists, anyone can get imposter syndrome, leaving them feeling like a fraud despite their accomplishments. Imposter syndrome is that nagging voice in the back of your mind, whispering doubt and undermining your confidence, making you question your abilities and achievements.In today's episode of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman, we'll unravel the complexities of imposter syndrome with the help of Shivani Berry, who is the founder and CEO of Arise Leadership. In the episode, she sheds light on imposter syndrome's impact and shares strategies to conquer its grip on our lives.Together, Berry also offers various coping mechanisms and strategies to overcome imposter syndrome ranging from reframing negative self-talk to embracing vulnerability.Follow Berry on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

What do recruiters do all day? Are they just letting robots read resumes? Do they already have their minds made up before a job posting goes up? Well, we got all the answers to those questions from Eddiana Rosen, who is this week's guest on the Get Hired podcast. She is an interview coach with a background in HR and recruiting. In this episode, Eddiana tells us about all the types of recruiters, how they select diverse candidates, and how they narrow down a candidate among many options.Follow Eddiana on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

Labor markets around the world continue to shift as economies find their footings and employers evaluate the size of their workforces. LinkedIn Chief Economist Karin Kimbrough joins the Get Hired podcast once again to report on the latest trends, including why most U.S. states still have tight labor markets and why job seekers in the UK are better off than first thought. Kimbrough also tells us what to take away from all of this data.Follow Karin Kimbrough on Linked in by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

Life tends to move a bit slower over the summer. The slower pace can allow you to get a lot done to set yourself up for a successful career move later in the year when business picks up again. But, what exactly should you do to put yourself in a good position when you're ready to make a move?Fortunately, we're chatting on the latest episode of the #GetHired podcast with May Busch, who is an executive coach, advisor, speaker, and author. She's also a former managing director and COO at Morgan Stanley. Busch explains the steps you should take now to be ready to make a move later in the year.For example, she explains how regular self-reflection empowers us to evaluate our progress and make necessary adjustments along the way. Busch also says that goals should evolve as we gain new insights and experiences. By doing so, we make sure that we remain on a path that truly reflects our authentic selves and brings us closer to a life of meaning and fulfillment.Follow May on LinkedIn by clicking here. You can also join her Career Mastery Challenge by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

The word "professional" has long been co-opted to force people from all backgrounds to fit — or at least try to fit — into neat little boxes. The problem is that people don't naturally fit into those boundaries. Forcing them to conform or hide who they really are has proven to be a terrible approach to business. The solution is simple: employers need to allow people to be themselves for the sake of business and their employees. How do job seekers find employers that understand that basic approach? Rework Work's Stacey Gordon is a LinkedIn Learning instructor and a diversity, equity & inclusion (DE&I) strategist with a wealth of experience in recruiting and workforce training. She joined LinkedIn Senior Managing Editor Andrew Seaman on the latest episode of the #GetHired podcast to talk about the various ways you can find out what it's really like to work at an employer and if they really let you… be you. The conversation touches on the important research you should do before an interview and the hard-hitting questions you should ask during those conversations.Follow Stacey on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Find Stacey's LinkedIn Learning courses by clicking here.

You need to differentiate yourself from the crowd in today's highly competitive job market. Building and harnessing your brand is one way to stand out among a sea of applicants. What is your brand? How do you build one? How do you change it? How do you build it back up? How do you use it to get a job or get ahead in your career? These are all legitimate questions!Fortunately, we're joined today by Aliza Licht, who is the author of the new book On Brand and an award-winning marketer. She explains in the latest episode of the Get Hired podcast that you have a brand regardless of your industry or position. Aliza also teaches us the elements of a great brand, how to harness its power, and much more. If you're looking to stand out during your job search or at work, this episode is for you. Join us as we dive into the world of branding with Aliza Licht.Follow Aliza on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

It's no secret that the job market can be tough — especially during economic downturns, but that doesn't mean you should settle for less than what you're worth. In fact, it's more important than ever to negotiate fair compensation and work arrangements. After all, those details can be the deciding factors between you enjoying or loathing your job. Mori Taheripour, a negotiating expert and author, explains in the latest episode of the Get Hired podcasts that people shouldn't forget their humanity when in negotiations. Her approach starts with self-reflection and she frames bargaining from the perspective of human connections. Taheripour explains that negotiating isn’t just something we do in business settings. We actually negotiate multiple times a day — at work, at home and everywhere in between. This episode covers how to prepare for the negotiation process, and effectively communicate your value to potential employers. Taheripour will also talk about the importance of being flexible and creative in your negotiations, and how to navigate common obstacles and objections that may arise. Whether you're currently job searching or just want to brush up on your negotiation skills, this episode is for you. Get ready to learn how to confidently and fearlessly negotiate your in any economy.Follow Mori on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.