
The Dream Job System Podcast
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.
Latest episodes

Jul 4, 2022 • 9min
Should You Reach Out To Multiple People At The Same Company? | Ep #249
Austin shares whether or not you should reach out to multiple people at the same company, on the same team, at the same time!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - You’re bound to reach out to people that know each other[1:30] - Anxiety’s effect on your brain[3:28] - It doesn’t actually matter[5:14] - It can be a positive, too!Have questions about how networking can help your career? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In This Episode:Free Masterclass: Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without Applying Online)!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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Jul 1, 2022 • 6min
How To Talk About Experience You Don't Have In An Interview | Ep #248
Austin shares how you can talk about experience that you don’t have during an interview when you’re trying to change industries!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Don’t be afraid to talk about experience that you don’t have[1:10] - Don’t lie & don’t avoid the question[2:39] - Be honest![3:00] - Reiterate that you know the skill is important[3:18] - Show them that you’re working on that skillHave questions about how to change industries? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In This Episode:Free Masterclass: Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without Applying Online)!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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Jun 29, 2022 • 21min
#AAA - June 2022 | Ep #247
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 June 2022[0:57] - Chad - If you had to attribute the success you've achieved to ONE thing, would it be?[5:16] - Christos - I've only just started posting on LI. How damaging or difficult is it to change your personal brand after say a year or two?[7:17] - Trevor - Many people are anxious or just plain afraid to type that first email or dial that first phone call to a person of interest who might be able to help their career search. What sort of "low risk" tips would you recommend for someone like that?[11:01] - Charly - If you're feeling burned out, is it better to take a break from the job hunt, completely reevaluate what you want, or keep doing what you've been doing?[15:06] - Justin - What major opportunity to improve a person's career is sitting right in front of their face, and most people are missing?Have questions about how to make the move to your dream job? 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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Jun 27, 2022 • 5min
Why Requirements On Job Descriptions Aren't Usually "Required" | Ep #246
Austin shares why job “requirements” aren’t actually required for you to land the job offer!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Yes it’s counterintuitive, but it’s true![0:51] - Why the “requirements” aren’t required[2:28] - How to apply when you don’t meet the qualifications[3:40] - Find another way to add valueHave questions about how to land a job when you don’t meet all of the qualifications? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In This Episode:Free Masterclass: Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without Applying Online)!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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Jun 24, 2022 • 11min
4 Job Search Channels To Should Consider In 2022 | Ep #245
Austin shares 4 job searching channels that you should be considering in 2022!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Do what works for you[1:33] - Referrals are probably your best shot[2:34] - Online applications are *sometimes* very good[3:22] - Check out internal & external recruiters [5:01] - Communities can be great for job searchingHave questions about how to maximize your chances of landing your dream job? 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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

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Jun 22, 2022 • 6min
How To Use A Results Tracker For More Offers & Promotions | Ep #244
Austin shares how you can use a Results Tracker to win more job offers and land more promotions!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - It’s hard to remember details[1:45] - What is a Results Tracker?[2:18] - How to set up your Results Tracker[3:51] - Update it 2x per monthHave questions about how to set up your own Results Tracker? 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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Jun 20, 2022 • 5min
Want The Jobs Most People Don't Get? Do This. | Ep #243
Austin shares the one thing you need to do if you want to get the jobs that most people don’t have!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Do what others won’t do[1:08] - Great companies don’t want average[2:29] - Do what Austin did[3:27] - Control your narrative and stand outHave questions about how to get the jobs that everyone wants? 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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Jun 17, 2022 • 13min
5 Reasons Your Resume Isn't Working (& What To Do) | Ep #242
Austin shares 5 reasons that your resume isn’t working and what to do about it!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - It’s hard to know what resume advice to take[1:16] - The wrong format or layout[3:50] - Starting with the wrong thing[6:09] - Not tailoring your resume for the job[7:53] - Not selling yourself[10:08] - Your resume is too long, or too shortHave questions about how to craft a job-winning resume? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In This Episode:Highlight ReelsResyMatch.ioAsk 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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Jun 15, 2022 • 8min
4 Takeaways From Surveying 115K+ People On Salary Negotiation | Ep #241
Austin shares 4 takeaways he learned from surveying over 115,000 people about salary negotiation!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Researching Salary Negotiation on LinkedIn[1:10] - Most people don’t negotiate at all![1:30] - 92% of people who negotiate get more than the original offer[2:46] - People don’t negotiate mostly because of fear[4:07] - Most people don’t prepare enough to negotiate their salaryHave questions about how to effectively negotiate your salary? 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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool

Jun 13, 2022 • 6min
How To Effectively Follow Up In The Job Search | Ep #240
Austin shares the most effective way to follow up with contacts on your job search journey!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Most people don’t follow up![1:57] - Follow up on a regular basis[2:31] - Use an existing email thread[3:48] - Try different channels of communicationHave questions about how to effectively follow up with your contacts? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Email Template Mentioned In Today’s Episode:Hi [Name],I hope you’re having a great day.I know this is a busy time of year and I realize how valuable your time is. I wanted to quickly follow up on my note below. I’m grateful for any time or advice you have to offer. If it’s too much to ask, I totally understand. Either way, have a great week!Best,[Your Name]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 CultureLinkedInInstagram@austinbelcak on TwitterTry Austin’s free Resume Builder, free Resume Scanner, and free Mailscoop email finder tool