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You spend the majority of your life at work, so it’s important that your work matters to you. A job... more

We all have a network; are you using yours to the fullest? Networking isn’t merely attending meet-ups or making connections... more

Career burnout is more common than you might suspect; approximately 76-90% of people report feeling some level of burnout in... more

It’s so easy to use LinkedIn’s quick apply, isn’t it? No more spending hours filling out applications. But those quick... more

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We hear a lot about branding in the job market, but what does it mean to create a personal brand?... more

Every job seeker knows that a great resume is the ticket to their dream job, but what makes a resume... more

What would it be like to create your own job instead of looking for one? On this bonus episode of... more

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Are you afraid of using new technology in your job search? Don’t be, says Find Your Dream Job guest Nicole... more

Not every job will have us excited to get up in the morning. Sometimes, we have to take positions to... more

In a crowded job market, if you don’t stand out, you’ll miss out. The best way to network with target... more

Do you find yourself hesitant to be authentic in job interviews? Why does it matter? On this bonus episode of... more

We all know we need to network, yet the thought of being in a room full of strangers making small... more

Trying to find a job by sending out mass resumes will only lead to frustration in your job search. You... more

It’s easy to reach out to friends and family when we need information during a job search. But have you... more

You feel like you want a change in your career, but you’re scared. Should you change, or should you stay... more

Careers typically evolve on a fairly linear path. You graduate college, get your first job or internship, and proceed to... more

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Congratulations on getting an interview! Now, what is your plan for standing out from the other candidates who are interviewing... more

Have you been trying to find a job with little success? Perhaps it’s time to ask someone to help you.... more

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Does the word “networking” strike fear in your heart? Are you hesitant to reach out to others for coffee or... more

If you aren’t using LinkedIn to find your next job, you are missing out on a  powerful tool. But you... more

Job seekers oftentimes are hesitant to share their strengths for fear of bragging, and we sometimes focus more on our... more

Do you feel like a failure as a job seeker? Perhaps you’ve been rejected more times than you ever thought... more

It’s not enough in today’s job market to have the experience required for an open position. You have to stand... more

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If you walk into an interview planning to share “just the facts,” you’ll be quickly forgotten. Stories are what grab... more

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Statistics show that more jobs are gained through referrals than in any other way. How do you ensure that your... more

Are you feeling demoralized by rejection in your job search? Has the “numbers game” made you feel like a loser?... more

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You’re ready to find your dream job, so you’re sending out hundreds of applications every week. But is that the... more

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If you go into a job search with low self-confidence, it could affect whether you get a job offer. But... more

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If you’re sending out hundreds of resumes every week and getting no interviews, Find Your Dream Job guest Mary Southern... more

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The opposite of not getting a job offer is receiving multiple offers. How do you handle not knowing which offer... more

Self-criticism can be a success killer for a job seeker. It causes you to feel like a failure before you... more

Have you had a series of jobs, but they don’t feel like exactly what you want? If you want to... more

If you’re a job seeker, you’re likely using LinkedIn to help you find your next position, but are you using... more

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We all know the importance of having a well-built LinkedIn page. But did you know that recruiters use LinkedIn to... more

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We’ve all been there - it’s 10:00 at night and we’re hitting “apply” on every possible opportunity we see on... more

What does your resume look like? Is it a list of your experience by year, followed by a summary of... more

Are you approaching your job search like a loser? Those are harsh words, but if you’re spending hours searching job... more

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What happens when you find the job you feel you were made for but your background and experience don’t seem... more

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Do you know it’s time to look for a new job but you keep putting it off? Maybe it seems... more

Are you spreading the net too wide when it comes to looking for your next job? You need to remain... more

Preparing for behavioral interview questions is a crucial part of any job search. But what if you don’t have a... more

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If you’ve decided to pursue a career in nonprofit work, it’s likely because you have a passion for the mission... more

The wage gap between men and women is well-known, but did you know that women also approach their job search... more

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If your resume simply lists your skills and qualifications, it won’t grab the attention of a hiring manager. Your resume... more

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As a job seeker, you have hundreds of podcasts, career coaches, and websites where you can find advice on how... more

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As a job seeker, it’s your responsibility to know what skills and abilities you have that set you apart from... more

A personal brand is more important than ever in today’s job market, and if you hope to switch careers, your... more

It’s not unusual to want to make a positive impact in the world, even in your career, but most people... more