Get Hired with Andrew Seaman

Former trial attorney Heather Hansen shares valuable tips on advocating for yourself as a job seeker, including conveying your potential, discussing weaknesses, and answering unexpected interview questions. She also highlights the importance of finding passion, building self-confidence, and self-advocacy in various aspects of life.

On this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Senior Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Rohan Rajiv, director of product management at LinkedIn. They discuss the suite of AI-powered job search tools LinkedIn debuted this week, including a revamped method for finding open roles and individualized resume- and cover letter-writing assistance. Rohan also explains how he and his team developed these tools, and why users can trust they’re safe to use for finding and applying to jobs.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Follow Rohan Rajiv on LinkedIn by clicking here.

On this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Senior Managing Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with the chief human resources officers for Home Depot and Johnson & Johnson – Tim Hourigan and Peter Fasolo, respectively – to talk about the importance of upskilling. Tim and Peter discuss how their companies support employee growth, as well as why AI amplifies the importance of upskilling in today’s business landscape. They also share their top tips for avoiding common pitfalls during the hiring process.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Follow Tim Hourigan on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Peter Fasolo on LinkedIn by clicking here.

Jessi Hempel, host of Hello Monday podcast, discusses the importance of defining personal values in career decisions. Through real-life stories, the podcast explores aligning values with career choices, evolving values over time, and building a supportive community for career development.

On this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Senior Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Joseph Fuller, professor of management practice at Harvard Business School. They discuss how technological advancements in AI are changing the way workers do their jobs, search for new ones and remain competitive in the labor market. Professor Fuller also shares advice for conquering the fear that comes with unfamiliar technological territory and gives his predictions for what the future of work will look like over the next decade.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Follow Joseph Fuller on LinkedIn by clicking here.

Learn how Walmart's top talent executives, Donna Morris and Lo Stomski, are shaping a skills-first future. They discuss using AI in HR, promoting career advancement, and offer tips for job seekers. Explore Walmart's innovative approach to workforce development and the importance of skills in a changing job landscape.

On this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with policymakers, academics and talent executives to hear how employers and business leaders are thinking about ageism and work. We’ll hear about strategies for getting hired as an older worker, the benefits of multigenerational workforces and how AI is impacting all of this. While this episode marks the final installment of our special series on ageism, we’ll be continuing the conversation in future episodes of the show. Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Follow Joseph Fuller on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Johnny Taylor on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Peter Fasolo on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Donna Morris on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Lo Stomski on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Tim Hourigan on LinkedIn by clicking here.

Former White House social secretary, Deesha Dyer, shares her journey of overcoming imposter syndrome in her career. She provides valuable advice on practicing self-compassion, challenging negative thoughts, and seeking support. Dyer discusses her transition from a hip hop reporter to a social secretary for the Obama administration.

Workplace ageism is a pervasive issue in the U.S. According to an AARP survey from 2021, 78 percent of workers between the ages of 40 and 65 say they’ve seen or experienced age discrimination at work. So, what strategies can employers and employees use to combat ageism?On today’s show, LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Ashton Applewhite, an anti-ageism advocate and the author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism. They discuss what companies and hiring managers can do to fight age bias during the hiring process, and what employees can do to support older colleagues. Ashton also explains why deepening our understanding of ageism is so important, and how the same tools used to combat other forms of prejudice can be applied in the case of ageism.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Follow Ashton on LinkedIn by clicking here.

Graduation season has arrived in the U.S with over a million people earning their college degrees and gearing up to enter the workforce. Many of them will be entering the world of work for the first time. If you fall into this bucket, you might feel a little overwhelmed right now. To help make the move easier, LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman is talking with Sho Dewan, a career coach and founder/CEO of Workhap. Sho shares advice for recent graduates as they venture into the workforce. They dive into strategies for making a lasting impression, setting ambitious career goals, and charting a path towards long-term success.Whether you're stepping into your first job or exploring career paths, this episode is for anyone navigating the challenges and opportunities of post-grad life.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.Follow Sho on LinkedIn by clicking here.