The Dream Job System Podcast

Austin shares 5 ways that students can add value when networking!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - The concerns of students[1:15] - Ask them to speak to your class[2:51] - Connect them to your school’s career services[4:00] - Connect them to your school’s podcast or blog[5:14] - Share their content[6:04] - Use them as a resource for a projectHave questions about how to network more effectively as a student? 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 how you can accelerate your career by creating before you consume!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - What happens when you consume, consume, consume[0:45] - Other People’s Priorities[2:22] - Pay yourself first[3:21] - What to do instead[4:30] - What Austin does to set the tone for his dayHave questions about how to accelerate your career? 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 25 post strategy for gaining experience in a new field and making your career change super simple!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Making a change is hard![1:00] - A case study from Austin[3:18] - Why this strategy works[4:40] - The worst case scenario is still amazingHave questions about how to gain experience in a new field? 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 7 ways to make networking easier for you, because networking is work!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:30] - Networking is work[1:18] - Find ways to get excited about networking![3:24] - Give it a real shot before moving on[5:05] - Keep the door open[6:26] - Pivoting avoids the relationship fizzle[9:05] - Slow down to win bigHave questions about how to network more effectively? 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 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