Get Hired with Andrew Seaman

Morgan Young, a product manager and LinkedIn Top Voice, emphasizes the crucial role of your online presence during a job search. She shares how posting genuine content can create career opportunities and enhance your professional brand. Strategies for building an authentic LinkedIn profile and using personal storytelling to stand out are covered. Plus, she highlights the importance of making genuine connections with potential employers. Whether you're a newcomer or an experienced professional, her insights are a game changer for career growth!

Megan Hellerer, a career coach and author of 'Directional Living,' shares her inspiring journey from the tech industry to helping underfulfilled overachievers find meaningful careers. She emphasizes the importance of aligning work with personal happiness rather than societal expectations. Megan discusses 'destinational thinking' and actionable steps to navigate career paths, encouraging listeners to embrace curiosity and reclaim their professional aspirations. Her insights shed light on how pursuing fulfillment can inspire broader waves of purpose-driven change.

Matt Abrahams, a communication guru and Stanford lecturer, dives into the art of asking impactful questions during job interviews. He shares how strategic inquiries can foster meaningful conversations and showcase a candidate's engagement. The discussion includes techniques for navigating curveball questions and the importance of leaving silence for deeper insights. Matt emphasizes the need for thematic strategies to articulate expertise and reduce anxiety, proving that the questions you ask may just be your secret weapon in landing that job.

Daniel Yanisse, co-founder and CEO of Checkr, brings a wealth of experience, having previously worked as a software engineer at Cisco and NASA. He shares fascinating insights about the behind-the-scenes workings of background checks and highlights where job seekers can exercise agency. The discussion includes the integration of AI for improved accuracy and efficiency in checks. Daniel also emphasizes fair chance hiring, offering valuable tips for individuals with a criminal record on how to navigate their past during the job search.

Rebekah Sebastian, co-creator of the insightful podcast "Thank You for Your Interest," dives deep into the rollercoaster of job search rejections. She shares stories that blend humor and heartache, transforming setbacks into growth opportunities. The conversation emphasizes community support and the importance of viewing rejection as a shared experience in the job market. Rebekah also discusses how navigating these challenges can foster resilience and personal development, urging listeners to maintain a positive outlook amidst the chaos of job hunting.

Eliana Goldstein, a millennial-focused career coach, shares invaluable insights on how to effectively pitch yourself to employers. She emphasizes the importance of presenting yourself as the solution to an employer’s challenges. The conversation covers strategies for understanding job descriptions and tailoring applications to specific employer needs. Eliana also discusses the mindset necessary for job seekers, encouraging confidence and authenticity in self-presentation. Plus, tips for mastering interviews and utilizing storytelling to stand out are highlighted.

Happy Halloween! On this special bonus episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn employees share their most terrifying job search stories with LinkedIn Editor at Large Andrew Seaman — or Screamin. Today’s show has it all: tales of reneged job offers, recruiters who ghost applicants and interviews gone very, very wrong. Tune in – if you dare.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Check out Namanh’s YouTube channel by clicking here.

On this week’s episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor at Large Andrew Seaman speaks with LinkedIn’s Chief Economist Karin Kimbrough. They discuss what the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts mean for the job market, how economic trends are playing out around the world and what it all means for your job search. They also examine which industries have been most impacted by these trends and share insight into what skills you need to stay competitive.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Follow Karin Kimbrough on LinkedIn by clicking here.

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Get Hired is celebrating the stories, talents and contributions of workers with disabilities throughout the month of October.On this week’s episode, LinkedIn Editor at Large Andrew Seaman speaks with Paralympic gold medalist in archery Matt Stutzman, AKA The Armless Archer. Matt reflects on the discrimination he’s faced in the past from employers who refused to hire him, and discusses his path to becoming one of the best archers in the world. He also speaks to employers about what they should know about hiring someone with a physical disability. Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.You can see a transcript of the episode by clicking here. (https://lnkd.in/wol4)You can find more information about NDEAM by clicking here.Information on resources from the U.S. Department of Labor can be found by clicking here.

In honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month (NDEAM), Get Hired with Andrew Seaman is celebrating the stories, talents and contributions of workers with disabilities throughout the month of October.On this week’s bonus episode, LinkedIn Editor at Large Andrew Seaman speaks with Rebecca Cokley, Program Officer for U.S. Disability Rights at the Ford Foundation. Rebecca discusses her background in disability rights activism and what the recent uptick in ‘return to office’ mandates mean for the disability community. She also shares tips for identifying disability-friendly employers during your job search.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Follow Rebecca Cokley on LinkedIn by clicking here.You can see a transcript of the episode by clicking here. (https://lnkd.in/wol3)You can find more information about NDEAM by clicking here.Information on resources from the U.S. Department of Labor can be found by clicking here.