Austin shares 5 tips for recovering from being laid off that will get you ready for the next chapter of your life!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - 5 ways to bounce back after getting laid off[1:06] - Take time to process[2:41] - Get very clear on where you want to go next[4:16] - Find time to up-skill[6:17] - Reach out to your loose connections[7:42] - Find time for youHave questions about getting laid off? 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 need to go beyond just getting the knowledge if you want to change careers.Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Why you need to go beyond just getting the knowledge[1:35] - Companies need to know what value you will bring to the table[2:50] - Find ways to build your own experienceHave questions about changing careers? 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 an effective strategy and a real-life success story of how you can turn your non-traditional background into an advantage!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - How to turn a non-traditional background into an advantage[1:08] - The truth about non-traditional backgrounds[2:16] - How does your experience bring value?[3:20] - Show them how you’ve bridged any potential knowledge gaps[4:08] - How one of Austin’s clients used this strategy to his advantageShare 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 one piece of advice that will help you turn rejections into future job offers.Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - One Trick To Help You Turn Rejections Into Job Offers[1:00] - Don’t cut off contact[2:16] - Why you should maintain the relationship[3:23] - What to do if you’ve been rejected[6:47] - How Austin used this technique to land his job at MicrosoftHave questions or comments about anything we chatted about in today's episode? 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

Ask Austin Anything! In this episode Austin answers questions from listeners just like you.  Have a burning career question? Head to CultivatedCulture.com/AAA or text Austin at (201) 479-9511 and ask away. Austin will hand pick a few to answer in his monthly episodes! Here we go:Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - How you doin’?[1:41] - #AAA for February 2021[2:02] - Steph - “You talk a lot about reaching out to new people to grow your network. But how do you keep the relationship going after the initial conversation?”[5:29] - Wendy - “Austin you talk about reaching out to contacts who are one level higher than your target role. Given that I’m at the director level, the people I need to reach out to are at the VP and C-Level. It’s extremely hard to get a response from them given how busy they are. How do I break that barrier and make the connection?”[8:35] - Olivia - “What advice would you give someone in their late 20s trying to land a job, but had less than 2 years of working experience?”[16:25] - Jose - “I’ve seen many job postings with a note that reads "for queries about the role, please contact xxx (xxx@email.com). Applications sent to this email will not be considered” or something similar. If there’s a contact person listed with the job posting, will emailing that person increase my chances of getting an interview?”[19:03] - Susy - “How to stop comparing yourself to others? While applying for your dream job, some of your friends/acquaintances may already have a senior or leadership role and be ahead. How to stop the feeling of being behind?”Ask Austin Anything:Click here to get your question answered on a future #AAA episodeText Austin at (201) 479-9511 with your questionShare 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 5-step process he uses to validate all of his products, and you can use the same process to create your own profitable side hustle!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - 5 steps for creating a profitable side hustle[1:40] - Brainstorm your offer and niche down[3:48] - Come up with your specific offering[4:54] - List everyone you can think of who might be interested[5:47] - Ask for feedback[8:22] - RecapShare 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 answer to the question “What if a company steals my Value Validation Project ideas?”Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - What happens if a company steals my VVP  ideas?[1:19] - Why VVPs are so valuable[2:22] - What does the math say?[6:29] - It’s hard, but hang in thereResources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:CultivatedCulture.com/ValueShare 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 3 things he looked for when looking for people to hire at Microsoft. Make sure you’re doing these 3 key things before and during your interview!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - 3 Things Austin Looked For When Interviewing People At Microsoft[1:25] - Giving specific answers vs. giving general answers[3:52] - Do they have a side hustle?[6:00] - What kind of questions do they ask?Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:CultivatedCulture.com/InterviewsShare 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 part answer to the question “What are your salary expectations?”Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Austin’s 3 part answer to “What are your salary expectations?”[0:57] - Research and prepare beforehand[2:11] - How to handle the salary conversation - change the focus[3:58] - Ask for their budgeted salary range[4:52] - What to say if they push you for a number[7:13] - Negotiate for things other than moneyResources Mentioned In Today’s Episode:CultivatedCulture.com/SalaryShare 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 #1 rule to live by for business, job searching, and success in everyday life!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Austin’s #1 job search rule to live by[1:20] - If it’s easy for you, it’s easy for everyone else too[3:29] - What Austin has learned about success[4:04] - Going the extra mile[6:42] - Ask yourself this one questionShare 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