Career Warrior Podcast
Let's Eat, Grandma Resume Services
Chris Villanueva, CEO & Co-Founder of Let's Eat, Grandma resume service, proudly hosts the Career Warrior Podcast for job seekers of all backgrounds. You will hear job-hunting strategies from industry leaders, resume experts, and top coaches to help guide you through your career.This show retells the stories and struggles of job seekers, industry professionals, and brave startup founders. Hear about their career pitfalls and how they climbed out of them in these episodes.The Career Warrior Podcast covers the best career-related content by discussing all topics relevant to all entry-level applicants, mid-career candidates, and high-level executives - from the ideal resume page formatting to writing a resignation letter. We want you to become the best professional you can be in your career! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Aug 18, 2025 • 10min
#377) 10 Salary Negotiation Laws to Maximize Your Job Offer | Sam Owens
Sam Owens, a career expert specializing in salary negotiation, shares invaluable insights to help listeners maximize their job offers. He reveals 10 essential laws, emphasizing the importance of timing and valuing your worth. Practical strategies for effective communication and preparing for negotiations are discussed, along with the roles of enthusiasm and likability. Dive into the significance of negotiating not just salary, but also additional benefits, ensuring listeners can approach job offers with confidence and strategic savvy.
Aug 11, 2025 • 9min
#376) Job Search Clarity: 4 Steps to Get Motivated | Elizabeth Lotardo
Elizabeth Lotardo, author of Leading Yourself and a career clarity expert, joins to tackle job search burnout and the search for motivation. She shares four essential steps to gain clarity, including defining non-negotiables and setting achievable goals. Listeners will find actionable tips to focus their job search and reignite their passion. Elizabeth emphasizes the importance of understanding your 'why' to maintain momentum and overcome obstacles in your journey to land the perfect role.
Aug 4, 2025 • 10min
#375) How to Stay Confident After Job Rejection | Elizabeth Lotardo
Elizabeth Lotardo, an author and expert in self-leadership, joins to share insights on navigating job rejection. She discusses four powerful mindset shifts to bolster confidence and resilience in the face of setbacks. Lotardo emphasizes the importance of creating a 'brag list' to separate self-worth from rejections. She provides actionable strategies to combat feelings of inadequacy and maintain a positive outlook throughout the job hunt. This conversation is a vital reminder that you're not alone on the road to career success.
Jul 28, 2025 • 11min
#374) 5 Steps to Land Your Dream Job | Merryn Roberts-Huntley
Join Merryn Roberts-Huntley, an executive career coach and author of 'Made to Hire,' as she shares game-changing strategies for job seekers. Discover the biggest mistake applicants make and how to steer clear of it. Merryn unveils her '5 Steps to Land Your Dream Job'—from building a personal brand to crafting an impressive portfolio. Plus, learn how to leverage your network and ace interviews by telling your unique story. Get ready to transform your job hunt with actionable tips and insights!
Jul 21, 2025 • 12min
#373): Why Commenting on LinkedIn Might Be Better Than Posting
Posting on LinkedIn is great. but it’s not the only way to grow your presence.In this episode, we explore the power of strategic commenting as a high-leverage tactic to boost visibility, engagement, and even job leads. Backed by data from Shield Analytics and the LinkedIn Creator Academy, we break down how and why commenting works, and how you can build a 5-minute-a-day routine that pays off fast.If you’re tired of posting into the void or just want a more approachable way to stand out, this episode is your new playbook.Follow us:Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInUse Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletterCheck us out on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 14, 2025 • 11min
#372): How to Make Your LinkedIn Profile Appear in More Recruiter Searches
Discover the secrets to making your LinkedIn profile stand out in recruiter searches. Learn the vital profile fields that enhance visibility and how recruiters filter candidates. Get actionable tips to optimize your profile with the right keywords and engage effectively. Plus, explore strategies for leveraging LinkedIn to boost your career opportunities, including resources like the recruiter playbook and free resume critiques. Transform your LinkedIn experience and let it work for you!
Jul 7, 2025 • 10min
#371) How to Tailor Your Resume Fast (Without Rewriting Everything)
Tailoring your resume is one of the most effective ways to land interviews, but most job seekers waste time rewriting the entire thing. In this episode, you'll learn how to tailor your resume quickly and strategically using the “Heatmap Method.”Follow us:Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInUse Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletterCheck us out on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jul 1, 2025 • 31min
#370) Reinvent Yourself or Be Left Behind – Here's Why | Nadya Zhexembayeva
Is the career you're building today still going to exist in 6 years? Dr. Nadya joins us to explain why reinvention isn’t optional. It’s your survival skill in a rapidly shifting job market.Follow us:Use Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletterhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw/Check us out on Instagram/ letseatcommagrandmaFollow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInhttps://www.linkedin.com/company/letseatgrandma/posts/?feedView=allResources Mentioned:Check out this Free Resource from Nadya!Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaFollow Nadya on LinkedIn Get Nadya’s latest book “The Chief Reinvention Officer Handbook: How to Thrive in Chaos” nowFollow us:Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInUse Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletterCheck us out on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 23, 2025 • 20min
#369) The Power (and Danger) of the Word ‘Should | Hilary Constable
How does one small word “should” reshape team dynamics, influence internal narratives rooted in childhood conditioning, transform workplace language when replaced with healthier alternatives, mark pivotal shifts in individuals or teams, challenge leaders to give clear direction without ‘should-ing’ their team into disengagement, and highlight the fine line between constructive accountability and harmful expectation.Resources:Connect with Hilary Constable on LinkedInCheck out The Writers Escape PortalFollow us:Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInUse Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletterCheck us out on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Jun 16, 2025 • 10min
#368) What to Say in a Cold Message (Without Sounding Awkward)
Today, I’m going to help you stop overthinking it. Because the truth is, if you’re serious about landing a better job, cold outreach is one of the highest ROI moves you can make. And the first message is the hardest—after that, you’re just building muscle.Follow us:Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInUse Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletterCheck us out on Instagram Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
