Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16008&preview=true) Online applications attract thousands of people looking for a job, but they rule out their ability to stand out from the crowd in a sea of applicants. Find Your Dream Job guest Leila Singh says it isn’t difficult to distinguish yourself. You start by connecting with others. Cultivate a network that you can turn to. Second, captivate the hiring manager with your presence. Stand, speak, and behave in a way that commands respect. And lastly, Leila suggests working on your self-confidence. If you don’t believe in yourself, nobody else will believe in you. About Our Guest:Leila Singh is a leadership, career development, and mindset coach. She also hosts the weekly podcast, Life Leadership. Resources in This Episode: Save your spot on the waitlist for the Leadership Launchpad, coming later in 2025. Connect with Leila on LinkedIn.  Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dreamjob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15982&preview=true) How do you determine what to do next in your career? That depends on your situation, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kathy Oneto. But if you have time to figure it out, Kathy suggests beginning with self-reflection. Examine peak moments in your work and personal life to determine what’s important to you. Then, Kathy says, ask yourself a series of questions to clarify what you’d like to learn, where your passions lie, and what motivates you. Finally, it’s time to take action. Just thinking about what to do next won’t get you there; you have to take a step in the direction you think you want to go. About Our Guest:Kathy Oneto is a consultant, facilitator, and coach. Kathy also hosts the Sustainable Ambition podcast.Resources in This Episode: Get your copy of Kathy’s book, coming out in 2025, Sustainable Ambition:  How to Prioritize What Matters to Thrive in Life and Work. Connect with Kathy on LinkedIn.  Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dreamjob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15979&preview=true) Are you afraid to make a career change because you’re mid-career and you don’t want to start over? What if you didn’t have to? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Mark Crossfield, you can make a change by repurposing the skills and experience you’ve gained. Small steps lead to clarity, so be willing to explore what you enjoy and where that leads. Mark has a valuable reminder: your career will last most of your life, so it’s never too late to make a change. Take responsibility for your life and see the possibilities. About Our Guest:Mark Crossfield is a coach, author, and podcast host. And he has a new book out, Mid Career Change: A Guide for Hope, Clarity, and Action.Resources in This Episode: Learn how to build a great career and a job you love; tune in to Mark’s podcast, Mid-Career Change.  Connect with Mark on LinkedIn.  Check out Mark's book, Mid Career Change: A Guide for Hope, Clarity, and Action. Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dreamjob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rikki Thompson, People and Development Manager for Soho House Portland, shares her inspiring journey after being unemployed for seven months. She discusses the importance of maintaining optimism and creating a supportive network in a new city. Rikki explores unique job-hunting strategies, including positive affirmations and engaging with mentorship. She emphasizes resilience during challenging times, illustrating how authentic relationships and community involvement can lead to successful job placements.

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=15960&action=edit&classic-editor) When you’re considering a new position, you should take the time to evaluate whether the job is what you’re looking for. That may seem obvious, but too many folks take the first job offered, says Find Your Dream Job guest William Corless, without considering what would make the job enjoyable. William says self-reflection is crucial to understanding what you‘re good at, what you enjoy in a work environment, and even your weaknesses. William stresses the need to come across as interested, competent, and engaging in an interview.About Our Guest:William Corless is an executive coach and facilitator. William also hosts The Workplace Podcast.  Resources in This Episode: Learn how William can help you in your career by visiting www.yellowwood.ie. Connect with William on LinkedIn. Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dreamjob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15957&preview=true) What sets you apart in a job search isn’t your credentials; it’s the specific value you bring to a position. Hundreds of applicants can have the required experience and skills for the job. But Find Your Dream Job guest Laura Knights says how you communicate what you uniquely bring to the position sells you as the perfect candidate. Laura suggests beginning with learning about the company culture, sharing how you would fit into that culture, and how you have had an impact in previous employment opportunities. Don’t be afraid to “toot your own horn.” About Our Guest:Laura Knights is an executive coach, a speaker, and a trainer. Laura is also the founder and CEO of two companies: Black Woman Leading and Knights Consulting.Resources in This Episode: Is your company ready to invest in team development and leadership? Find out more about how Laura can help you by visiting Knights Consulting. Connect with Laura on LinkedIn.  Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dreamjob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Kathleen Davis, deputy editor at FastCompany.com and host of The New Way We Work, shares valuable insights on breaking into competitive job markets without insider connections. She underscores the power of LinkedIn for identifying key contacts and emphasizes the importance of personalized outreach. Kathleen stresses the need for meticulously crafted cover letters that highlight unique skills and value. Attention to detail in applications is a must, as it reflects a candidate’s commitment and understanding of the role, setting them apart in a crowded field.

Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15936&preview=true) You’ve been searching for a job and you finally have an interview, but something doesn’t feel right. At what point do you walk away? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Andy Hibel, you need to consider several factors when making that decision. If your goals and values don’t match those of the company, it might not be the right fit for you. Andy also stresses the need for working with a team that supports the success of others. If you’re in a position where you must take any job offer, take it, but don’t stop looking. Continue to follow the best job search strategies to find the job that will truly be the perfect fit for you. About Our Guest:Andy Hibel is the chief operating officer and the co-founder of HigherEdJobs. It’s the established leader in the academic recruitment field. Andy also co-hosts the HigherEdJobs podcast.Resources in This Episode: Tune in to the HigherEdJobs podcast for the latest in news and trends in higher education, as well as job search strategies.  Connect with Andy on LinkedIn.  Use promo code DREAMJOB at the link below to get an exclusive 60% off an annual plan at incogni.com/dreamjob. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15947&preview=true) Job seeking is difficult for most folks, but for someone who has been out of the workforce for years, it can prove even more challenging. Where do you start, when you don’t have a resume filled with experience and skills? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Katie Barberis talks about how she used volunteering to lead to a new career after years as a stay-at-home mom. Katie also shares how networking within those volunteer opportunities led to a permanent position that supports her personal values. Learn more about Katie’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Angie Callen, an award-winning career and business coach, shares her insights on authentic networking in the job search. She argues that networking shouldn't feel uncomfortable; it's about nurturing genuine relationships. Angie dispels fears around networking and emphasizes the importance of building long-term connections rather than focusing solely on what others can offer you. With practical strategies for effective communication and outreach, she encourages a more personal approach that fosters true connections and leads to better opportunities.