Tailor Your Resume for Maximum Impact in Your Job Search
”Make sure you have a really strong base resume that is targeted towards the types of jobs that you’re applying for.” If you are ready to streamline your job search and increase your chances of success, then this episode is for you. In this episode of World at Work, I share valuable insights to help […]
Good Leaders Act Like Humans
“People want to know that you care first before they want to know what you know.” I’ll never forget the day when I truly understood the power of vulnerability and authenticity as a leader. I was hosting my World at Work podcast, and my daughters were playing in the adjacent room. Their lively chatter and […]
Optimizing LinkedIn for Better Opportunities
“Get engaged on the platform and comment on other people’s posts. People will notice and the algorithm will reward you for that.” As a job seeker, optimizing your LinkedIn presence is crucial for achieving greater exposure and connections in your industry. Too may people waste time tirelessly updating their LinkedIn profile without seeing any results. […]
The People You Hire are Part of Your Legacy
“If you identify people’s levels of self-motivation properly, you give yourself the best chance to find the best hire that you’ve ever made.” Are you hiring for yesterday’s needs or for the future? In this episode, Jody and I discuss the importance of identifying self-motivated candidates who leave a lasting legacy. The people you hire […]
Using ChatGPT to Write Your Resume and Cover Letter
“Avoid using buzzwords in your cover letters and resumes, and instead, focus on providing tangible evidence of your skills and experiences.” When I first heard about Chat GPT, I had no idea that it would become such a valuable tool. Not only does it help with digital marketing endeavors , it also plays an unexpected […]
How to Tell Someone They Didn’t Get the Job
“If you focus on what you should say, you won’t have to worry about what you don’t have to say or what you shouldn’t say.” In a recent World at Work podcast episode, Jody and I explore the crucial role of transparency in the hiring process, especially for candidates who were not selected for a […]
How to Show You’re Action-Oriented in an Interview
“Being able to be action oriented is so important because people at the end of the day, they’re hiring you to solve a problem.” In an episode of the World at Work podcast, Cassie and I talk about the significance of being action-oriented during job interviews and on resumes. One of the most important things […]
The Best Retention Strategy is a Great Leader
“People will care as much as you show them that you care.” In this episode of World at Work, Jody Maberry joins me to talk about the irony of the best retention strategy for an organization: giving people a great boss. When I took on a team struggling with low motivation and high turnover, I […]
What to do When Asked About Strengths and Weaknesses in an Interview
“The willingness to learn, grow, and drive to become better personally and professionally is an appeal to business leaders.” Feeling anxious about job interviews? We’ve all been there. Tim was too, until he found an unexpected way to own both his strengths and weaknesses. It not only helped him ace the interview and get the […]
How to Handle Referrals When Hiring
In this episode, Tim and Jody Maberry talk about how to handle referrals when hiring. It is important to remember that having a clear, objective process takes the pressure off and sets both you and the applicant up for success. Episode Highlights: What to communicate in advance to the person who’s doing the referring Why […]