Austin shares 5 networking questions that you can ask to help turn strangers into friends!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Small talk can be awkward…[1:00] - Get them excited[2:06] - Give them a magic wand[3:10] - Tap into their expertiseHave questions about how to break the ice with a contact? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Share Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Austin shares 10 ways that you can add value to a brand new contact while networking with them!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - What does “Add Value” even mean?[1:10] - The power of advice[2:48] - Find common ground[5:28] - Create Win-Win situationsHave questions about how to add value to a contact? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Share Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Ask Austin Anything! In this episode Austin answers questions from listeners just like you. Get your question answered on a future Ask Austin Anything episode by submitting it to the link below.Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - #AAA for January 2022[1:28] - Andrew - Do you think the professional world will ever "get past" our need for resumes? I know they're a good tool for getting a seat at the table, but in an ideal world, a hiring manager/recruiter could view your body of work/personal brand on platforms like LinkedIn eliminating the need for such dependence on resumes. Will we see more of a shift?[5:56] - Darren - Is it better to build a personal brand around yourself or around a specific area or job?[9:47] - Jason - When trying to grow your network/followers, besides providing meaningful content that facilitates discussion, what did you do to 6x your following?[18:44] - Chase - Can you describe what the "build in public" model looks like for course development in a bit more detail?[23:36] - Raymond - How’s balancing work and fatherhood going for you?Have questions about your job search? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Ask Austin Anything:Click here to get your question answered on a future #AAA episodeShare Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Austin shares a case study on how to turn a contact or even a stranger into a referral in 3 easy steps!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Case Study: Turning A Stranger Into Referral[1:13] - Research on LinkedIn[3:25] - Find opportunities to add value[5:13] - Add value in as many ways as you can - get creative![7:22] - Make your ask (the right way)Have questions about how to turn a stranger into a referral? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:Jim Petrola’s LinkedIn ProfileEmail Template:“Hey Jim! As you know, I’ve been following your content here on LinkedIn for several weeks now. I’ve learned a ton from you, especially [Specific Thing #1] and [Specific Thing #2].I’m looking to make the jump into tech sales from a non-traditional background, similar to the transition you made. If you’re up for it, I’d love to ask you a few questions about your journey — phone or email are both great.I know this is a big ask so no pressure if it’s too much right now. Either way, excited to keep supporting your work.”Share Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Austin shares his thoughts on the Hidden Job Market, what it is, and how you can leverage it to land your dream job!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - What is the “Hidden Job Market”?[2:00] - How the hiring process actually works[4:01] - What happens in the “Lag Period”[5:05] - Austin’s formula for breaking into the Hidden Job MarketHave questions about how to take advantage of the Hidden Job Market? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Share Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Austin shares his thoughts on why you won’t lose a job offer by negotiating your salary!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Supercharge your salary[1:30] - Don’t listen to the anxiety[2:31] - Not negotiating costs you $500,000 on average[3:56] - From the hiring manager’s perspective[6:10] - How to overcome the mental hurdleHave questions about how to best negotiate your salary? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Share Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Austin shares his thoughts on which is better - working a 9-5 job or being an entrepreneur!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Employee vs entrepreneur - everyone has an opinion[1:35] - Don’t listen to extremists![2:10] - Visualize what makes you happy - Be specific![9:16] - Austin’s best career path[12:07] - The power of the side hustleHave questions about which career path to choose? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Share Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Austin shares the real math behind networking with strangers and what your expectations should be!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Don’t give up too early[1:22] - It’s a game & you have to play the game[3:00] - Set your expectations from the beginning[4:06] - The right way to play the gameHave questions about how to increase your networking response rate? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Share Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Austin shares the best way and the best time to actually ask for that referral!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - 2 types of referrals[1:50] - Why advocates are better[3:01] - You have to deposit before you withdraw[4:56] - Getting a referral without asking[7:04] - The right way to ask for that referralHave questions about how to ask for that referral? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:"Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks Without Applying Online" MasterclassShare Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Austin shares 3 steps you can use to negotiate the salary you deserve during the interview process!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - You’re missing out on $500,000[2:24] - Do your research[5:24] - The opening conversation[6:44] - Spin it back on the interviewer[8:34] - Have an above average range in mindHave questions about how to negotiate for a better salary? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:"Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks Without Applying Online" MasterclassShare Your Feedback:Want a free resume or LinkedIn profile review from Austin? Leave us a rating or review on iTunes to automatically be entered to win. We choose winners every week, click here to learn how to leave a review and enter to win.What should Austin talk about next? Ask a question or share your thoughts at CultivatedCulture.com/FeedbackConnect With Austin:Cultivated CultureLinkedInInstagramTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool