Austin shares his 5 step process for testing your networking email template and iterating until it’s the best it can be!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Why A/B testing is important in networking[3:03] - Start with 3 email templates[4:19] - Test your email templates to some low-priority contacts[5:28] - Compare your results, iterate, and try againHave questions about how to A/B test your cold emails? 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 3 step process for researching private companies. Public companies share a lot of data, but so do private companies, if you know where to look!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:28] - Why research is important[1:39] - Find interviews with employees or the leadership team[5:30] - Customer data is a gold mine [8:41] - Become a customer or watch reviews to get perspective[10:28] - Don't forget the simple stepsHave questions about how to research private companies? 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 one question you should never ask while networking and provides a much better alternative!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - One question to avoid when networking[2:11] - What you should do instead[3:40] - Get proactive and then reach out[4:42] - Busy people appreciate action, not asksHave questions about how to network better? 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 story of limiting beliefs and how you can surpass the boundaries that others have placed around you!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Overcoming your limiting beliefs[2:24] - Society puts limits on you as you grow older[4:59] - No one else can define your value[5:39] - Believe in yourself and take a step towards your dreamHave questions about how to start believing in yourself? 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 how to reach out to complete strangers and feel comfortable while doing it!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - What to do if you’re terrified of reaching out to strangers[0:58] - Start with leveraging loose connections[2:32] - Find your loose connections[4:39] - What to say when you reach outHave questions about what to say to total strangers? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Email Template Mentioned In Today’s Episode:“Hi Amari,It’s been a while! How are you and Sarah holding up? Did you escape NYC or ride it out for the past few months? Hope you’re safe.I know this is out of the blue, but I wanted to reach out because I’m in the market for a transition. I’m specifically targeting UX roles at large agencies like X & Y. If you know of anyone who might be good to speak with, I’d be grateful for any connections.I know this is a big ask, so no pressure and no worries if it’s too much! Either way, be well and send my best to the family.”Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:MailScoop.ioShare 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 how you can increase your email response rate by 3X by giving the recipient a way out!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Triple your response rate by using an “exit clause”[1:11] - Why typical sign-offs are a bad idea[2:27] - First impressions matter [2:52] - What to do instead - give them an out[5:05] - Try it for yourself and track the outcomesHave questions about how to use an exit clause? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Exit Clause Mentioned In Today’s Episode:“Lastly, I know your time is valuable and I know this is a big ask coming from a stranger. If it’s too much right now, that’s totally fine! Feel free to say no. I'm grateful for whatever info you're able to share here or over the phone. Either way, have a fantastic week.”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 pick for the #1 skill that everyone should learn to boost their career in 2021!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - The #1 skill to learn in 2021[1:24] - Why the written word is so important[3:02] - Learn from the advertising industry[5:11] - The best ‘bang-for-your-buck’ skill[5:56] - Resources you should definitely tap intoHave questions about how copywriting can boost your career? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:Influence - Robert CialdiniPre-suasion - Robert CialdiniThe AdWeek Copywriting Handbook - Joseph SugarmanScientific Advertising - Claude HopkinsNeville Medhora's CopywritingCourse.comShare 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 how you can use The Dream 100 strategy to supercharge your networking!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - How supercharge your networking[0:31] - The origins of The Dream 100[2:14] - How The Dream 100 fits into your job search[3:17] - Making The Dream 100 work for you[5:56] - Keep it going even after you land your dream jobHave questions about how to implement The Dream 100? 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 job search system from start to end. Everything you need to know to land your dream job in 2021!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - How to land a job in 2021 without applying online[0:47] - Make a list of 15 target companies [2:50] - Research the heck out of your target companies[3:50] - Find contacts who can refer you into your dream role[6:53] - Reach out to your contacts and build a relationship[7:23] - Create a Value Validation ProjectHave questions about how to land your dream job in 2021? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:Mailscoop.ioShare 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 ideal length for your resume. One page? Multi pages? Find out what to include and what to cut for the most effective resume!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - One page vs. multi-page resumes [0:43] - What really matters on a resume[2:13] - The ideal resume length[3:52] - How to keep your resume concise[7:03] - Formatting mattersHave questions about how to make a killer resume? Text them to Austin at (201) 479-9511.Austin's guide to writing a job-winning resumeResources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:ResyBulletResyMatch.ioResyBuild.ioShare 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