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047 | Job Hunt Overwhelm - 5 steps for creating a jobhunt strategy to eliminate stress and overwhelm

Let's face it, when it comes to job hunting there's a lot to do! From updating your resume to searching job boards, applying to new jobs, reading about companies on Glassdoor, preparing for phone interviews, preparing for onsite interviews...the list goes on and on.

IT'S A LOT.

With everything else already on your to-do list, it's easy to get overwhelmed and stressed out when you're looking to change jobs. But don't worry, there's a solution! Creating a strategy so that you go into the job hunt with a plan of action is HUGE for eliminating job hunting overwhelm.

In today's episode I share with you 5 key tips on building out your own job hunt strategy. Plus, a little bonus tip, if you listen until the end! (Shh you didn't hear it from me)

After listening you will know how to stay focused in your job hunt so that you're spending your time on the jobs that are the right fit, dropping all unnecessary work and overwhelm with it!

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SPECIAL | Looking for a career change? On the job hunt right now? You don't want to miss this!

HAPPY FIRST DAY OF JUNE! Today I have a special mini show for you. Whether you're thinking about a career change or on the job hunt right now, this is not an episode you want to miss!

Access the Free Land Your Dream Job Webinar: www.youtube.com/watch?v=NsvjC-kfBms

*** Don't forget to pay it forward by sharing it with someone who might also need it!

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022 | Rejection - How to handle not getting the job you thought was perfect

In today's episode I think you'll find it's a bit of a pep talk, but you will also learn some key things to keep in mind when out there in the wild wild west. AKA, out in the job hunting world!

Truth is, you're not going to get every job you interview for, but that doesn't mean you throw in the towel and give up right then and there. Listen in to today's episode to learn how to keep your head in the game while riding the ups and downs when interviewing.

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021 | Answering Questions Effectively - What you think you're saying vs what hiring managers hear

So you've had over three different phone screens with three different companies, but yet no invite for the next round. You're frustrated, you don't understand why you're not getting called back!

Reason could very well be because of they way you're answering questions. What you THINK you're saying and what the hiring manager or recruiter is ACTUALLY hearing are sometimes two very different things. In today's episode tune in to find out which phrases to keep out of phone screens and ensure you're branding yourself in the best possible way!

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004 | Applying – How to identify the right company for you

When entering the world of applying, there can be what seems like a million things to complete. Resumes, preparing for an interview, buying a new fit...

But BEFORE this happens you need to first choose a company! Let’s be real, we’re all busy these days, let's make sure you’re putting your effort into the RIGHT company. Save time, plan ahead. Now that’s what they call a win win.

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