

The Dream Job System Podcast
Austin Belcak
Austin Belcak brings you quick, highly actionable strategies to help you land a job you love without “traditional” experience and without applying online. These modern job search tactics stem from Austin’s personal experience landing interviews and offers from Google, Microsoft, and Twitter and his experience helping thousands of job seekers get hired at the world’s best companies without applying online.
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Oct 29, 2025 • 11min
4 Trends I'm Seeing From Top Job Seekers | Ep #768
Discover the secrets of top job seekers with four actionable trends! Learn to invest your efforts in areas with real opportunities rather than just following the crowd. Explore the importance of casting a wide net and honing in on the most effective strategies. Find out how illustrating your value publicly can set you apart from other candidates. Finally, embrace persistence by treating rejection as valuable feedback and using it to improve your approach. Get ready to transform your job search!

Oct 27, 2025 • 7min
PSA: Job Boards Were Made To Help Employers, Not You | Ep #767
Austin shares an important Public Service Announcement: Job boards were made to help employers, not to help you!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - On job boards, you are the product![3:36] - Where is your time best spent?[4:17] - Spend your time on networkingWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin’s proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin’s proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin’s Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone’s professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

Oct 24, 2025 • 13min
The Current State of Hiring In Tech (& What To Do About It) | Ep #766
Austin shares his thoughts on the current state of hiring in the technology space and what you should do about it!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Uncertainty in the tech job market[1:31] - Your dream company WILL be hiring again in the future[2:46] - Continue to target your dream companies[6:08] - What to do if you need a job nowWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin’s proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin’s proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin’s Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone’s professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

Oct 22, 2025 • 8min
PSA: What's Easy For You Is Easy For Your Competition | Ep #765
In this insightful discussion, the host highlights that what seems easy for you is equally accessible to your competition. He emphasizes that generic job application tactics yield average results and stresses the necessity of standing out. Through tailored interview prep and personalized efforts, candidates can make a significant impact. The importance of asking deep questions to differentiate oneself and the return on investing a bit more effort are key takeaways that can transform a job search.

Oct 20, 2025 • 10min
Play To Your Strengths, Get Better Job Search Results | Ep #764
Austin shares how you can get better job search results by playing to your strengths!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:56] - Everyone is taught the same “old” system[2:52] - The problem with the system[3:35] - What Austin did instead[5:00] - The power of networkingWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin’s proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin’s proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin’s Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone’s professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

Oct 17, 2025 • 11min
How LinkedIn Comments Can Win You More Job Interviews | Ep #763
Austin shares how you can win more job interviews by using LinkedIn comments!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Are you using this “Silver Bullet”?[1:17] - Connecting with “Super-Connectors”[2:18] - Gain visibility with your target audience[4:08] - Start creating content![4:58] - Find thought leaders & start engaging[8:32] - Rinse & repeatWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin’s proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin’s proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin’s Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone’s professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

Oct 15, 2025 • 11min
This Is How You Define A "Dream Company?" | Ep #762
Discover how to identify your true 'dream company' beyond just the big names. Austin shares five key criteria for evaluating potential employers. He emphasizes the importance of aligning your personal values with company culture for greater career satisfaction. Listeners learn practical tactics for researching company fit, from using platforms like Glassdoor to connecting with former employees. Ultimately, the focus is on finding a place that prioritizes joy, growth, and values over mere prestige.

Oct 13, 2025 • 10min
3 Tips For Networking As An Introvert | Ep #761
Austin shares 3 actionable tips for introverts who feel anxiety around networking!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Believe it or not, Austin is an introvert![2:06] - Focus on quality over quantity[4:35] - Engage on your terms[7:05] - Focus on your feelings and use themWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin’s proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin’s proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin’s Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone’s professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

Oct 10, 2025 • 7min
Why You Should Stop Listening To "People" And Bet On Yourself | Ep #760
Austin shares why you should stop listening to “people” and start betting on yourself!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Who are you listening to?[2:12] - Beware who you seek advice from[3:09] - Austin got bad career advice too[4:22] - Don’t listen to limiting beliefsWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin’s proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin’s proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin’s Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone’s professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

Oct 8, 2025 • 6min
Skipping This Could Cost You $500k+ In Salary | Ep #759
Austin shares the one thing you’re probably skipping that could cost you $500k+ in salary!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - You know you should be negotiating[0:49] - The tale of Amari & Taylor[2:48] - Don’t leave %500k+ on the table[4:03] - Most people don’t negotiate at allWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin’s proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin’s proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin’s Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone’s professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!


