The “Pretend You’re Fired Today” Podcast
EP9 – Get Found Using Our Ultimate LinkedIn Profile Cheatsheet
Did you know: One of the most common places recruiters go to find new candidates online is LinkedIn. And if you’re wondering what’s more important, your resume or your LinkedIn profile… The answer is BOTH! That’s why in today’s episode we are shifting our focus to LinkedIn. Getting your profile up to speed before you…
Read MoreEP28 – Effectively Handling the Overqualified Interview Question
“Don’t you think you are overqualified for this job?” How many times have this happened to you: You thought the interviews was going great, you’ve been asked to come back for a second or third interview and then, all of a sudden, the question pops up. Can’t they see it from your resume? Why do…
Read MoreEP32 – Effective Interview Follow Up Strategies to Get The Offer
Imagine this: You get your resume into the right hands. You get to interview with key decision makers from the company of your dreams. You prepare well, you do the interview, and you nail it. Mission accomplished, right? Wrong! Savvy executives know that the interviewing process continues well after the actual interview is over. It…
Read MoreEP40 – 37 Ways Successful Professionals Promote Themselves
Most executives and professionals are uncomfortable promoting themselves and tooting their own horn at work. The biggest worry is to be seen as aggressive attention seeker or have their coworkers think they’re putting others down to get ahead. But here’s the thing: You SHOULD promote yourself if you want to stay visible and be on…
Read MoreEP7 – Tips to write a powerful CFO, CMO or Healthcare resume
If you’re a high achieving CFO, CMO, or a healthcare execute then today’s episode is for you! You’ll discover six steps to create a powerful leadership resume for marketing, healthcare and finance executives. This will help you stay ahead of the competition and pique the interest of any hiring manager looking for top talent.
Read MoreEP34 – The One Bold Salary Negotiating Tactic Only High Achievers Can Use
Many popular job search coaches give you the same advice: “Hold out and never say your salary expectations when asked!” But here’s the thing. This works in an ideal world and the reality is usually very different. If you don’t openly disclose your salary range you risk to not move on with the interview process.…
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