062 | Internal Interviews - How to prep for an internal interview for a role at your current company

This week on the podcast I open the show telling you about how I’m redesigning my path to success. This new path goes by the name: heart-centered hustle.

Heart-centered hustle means to work hard, but not so hard, you work yourself to the bone and feel burnt out 24/7. It’s about living an empowered high-vibe lifestyle that supports the work you're here to do in the world.

A big part of heart-centered hustle is taking good care of your mind body + spirit along the way. I invite you to join me in this new way of work movement.

I’m offering classes every Tuesday at 6:30 pm PST until the end of the year on how to incorporate heart-centered hustle into your new path to success too!

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For today's topic, the main thing I want you to keep in mind when interviewing with people you know is that you still want to be as descriptive as possible when answering, almost as if you didn't know the people who are interviewing you.

PRO TIP: It's common for people to be more casual and answer questions in less detail because it's easy to assume they know what you did. But it's not just about the facts that are important (the who, what, where and when. While you'll need to share those details in your answers, you should always be focused on sharing what you can't see on a resume. (Which is typically the why and how which is made up of your own unique skills and personality).

Listen to this week's show to learn more about all the tips I share for interviewing internally.

Here are the three things I did to help move from tech recruiting to my new learning and development role: (watch the video in the Career Cafeé for more deets! video: www.facebook.com/JessnessRequired…150521305047721/)
1. Formally expressed my interest for the position to my manager and her manager
2. Meeting with the VP of HR to showcase interest and also present L&D vision and ideas
3. Do an assignment or put together something above and beyond your job to help impact the other business

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To access my 'Get Started with Essential Oils' guide text my name @JessSmith to the number 81010 and I will send it directly to your phone!

Here are the other podcast shows I recommend for topics on interview prep, working with your manager to express your needs/wants/goals in your career, and how to shine by creating a strong personal brand within the company you work for. 
* Episode 11 - Get Noticed part 1
* Episode 12 - Get Noticed part 2
* Episode 13 - Final Round Interviews
* Episode 2 - Interview tips
* Episode 28 - Tough Convos

I recorded a live video going over the three things I did to help me internally move from tech recruiting to my new learning and development position in more detail in the career cafe, link in show notes for that: www.facebook.com/JessnessRequired…150521305047721/

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038 | Promotions - Stop spinning your wheels and put this into practice for your next meeting

Have you ever seen someone get promoted and you can't seem to put your finger on why? Chances are they are practicing what I share with you in today's episode.

We all know that in order to get promoted, you first have be seen for your work! If your job isn't conducive to group work, even more reason to make an effort to get your work seen. Best way to do so? Networking.

You should be networking internally just as much, if not more, than you would be during an industry event!!

- Set up meetings: with your manager, other departments, your team, those in leadership, etc. 
- Proactively give status reports / updates / progress
- Find ways to learn from others, and tell them about it
- Get to know what others within your org. 
- Vocalize your ideas / solutions / creativity

All of these are great ways you can develop a strong presence within your company. It's more than just setting up meetings though...if you're going to put time on someone's calendar, you better make sure it's relevant.

Not only relevant to YOU, but relevant to the person / people you are meeting WITH. In other words, make sure if the value of what you're sharing isn't obvious, you need to spell it out. You might have to explain why your new idea, or the progress you've made is of value to those you're with. That's what being relevant is all about!!

If you don't share the value, you risk wasting other people's time.' There is nothing worse than feeling like your time is being wasted, this one hits home for me because that is a HUGE pet peeve of mine.

I don't think people intend to waste time, ever. But if you're ready to get noticed, be seen for the work you're doing, and you're going to be internally networking like this...you need to come prepared for every meeting. To ensure your going to be relevant in what you're sharing, ask yourself two things:

- Who cares?
- What's in it for them?

If your answers to these questions don't relate to the people you have a meeting with, then you know you need to find a way it does.

Truth is, what your manager cares about, isn't going to be the same as a another manager you meet with. If you're looking to be the next promotion, help yourself out by connecting the dots for those you're meeting with.

Every day you are building a personal brand within your company, make sure it's described as: dynamic, innovative, and knowledgable by staying relevant to every person you come in contact with. The more who understand and see the value you bring to the organization, the more likely people will want to work and partner with you.

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037 | Criticism - The relationship and role it plays in taking your career to the next level

Criticism...I'm sure you've heard of it. It's something most of us get to know fairly early in life. The truth is, criticism is a natural part of life and it isn't going away any time soon. It's not a matter of IF it will come your way, but when it will come your way.

Last week I came face to face with criticism, at first I took the defense. I felt myself shutting down mentally and wanting to close myself off, but after reflecting on it a little more, I was able to see the criticism was coming from a place of love. My friend wasn't sharing his feedback to knock me down and encourage me to quit! My friend was sharing his thoughts with me so that I can get better at something I love doing, it was constructive and I appreciate him trusting me with it!

In today's episode tune in to hear how criticism naturally integrates with our lives. You will also learn how our comfort zone and taking our life to the next level is involved when it comes to managing the criticism that comes our way. Hope you enjoy!

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006 | Career Ownership - Why I don’t agree w/ dressing for the role you want, not the one you have

Today's a big one, and might come as a rude awakening to some, but it all comes down to career ownership. Do you have it? It's time to understand career progression is in your power. In today's episode I share a little about my own personal experience, and also give you some solid, but realistic tips on how to move yourself up to the next level at work.

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