Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job

Recruiters receive dozens of cover letters and resumes every day. How can you increase your chances of getting noticed by recruiters online and receive more job offers? 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Blake Thiess says, in order to stand out online, you need to engage with recruiters in your chosen industry often enough to be recognized. Blake also shares the types of content you need to be posting online on a regular basis. Read the transcript of the entire episode at macslist.org/podcast

Switching job sectors can be challenging, but it's not impossible to make a transition, especially if you have a strong network. On this bonus episode of 'Find Your Dream Job,' Amy Chu and I discuss how she went from a career in technology to the nonprofit world by building relationships within the nonprofit field to develop a significant support network that still supports her today. Listen in now to this installment of our Success Stories series. Read the transcript at macslist.org/podcast.

Leaving your job sector for an entirely new industry can seem impossible. It is possible, however, to transfer your skill set, without having to go back for an advanced degree or specialized training. 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Minda Harts shares three steps for articulating your career wins to show a hiring manager that your current skills can easily transfer to the job you want, and set you up for success in a new industry. Read the transcript for the entire episode at macslist.org/podcast

Tech is one of the fastest growing industries in the world today. There are many opportunities to break into the tech world, even if you have no background in technology or specialized degree. 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Lida Tohidi says that, in finding your ideal job in the tech field, research is crucial when deciding where to apply and emphasizes the importance of building relationships with fellow tech professionals and mentors. Read the transcript for the entire episode at macslist.org/podcast

Lowball salary offers can be a frustrating part of the job search, but employers are simply making a business decision. 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Lisa Gates says that as a job seeker, you can be proactive by preparing for your interview, knowing your must-haves, and taking the initiative to bring up salary early in the conversation. And, do research ahead of time to give you the information you need to ask for the salary you want. Read the transcript for the entire episode at macslist.org/podcast

If you find yourself avoiding networking events, maybe you need to change your mindset around them. 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Linda Van Valkenburgh says that preparation is the key when attending a networking event. Linda also advises putting together a one-pager to distribute rather than your resume, bringing business cards, and thinking through what you want to share before you get there. Read the transcript of the entire episode at macslist.org/podcast

In order to find a career you love, you have to know what you want. On this bonus episode of 'Find Your Dream Job,' Alisyn Maggiora and I discuss how setting clear goals, developing her personal network, and pursuing informational interviews allowed her to get her dream job, even in an industry that she had no experience in. Learn more about Alisyn’s career history and read the transcript from the interview at macslist.org/podcast.

You’ve found a great job opportunity and it seems like the perfect fit for you. But sharing your enthusiasm with the hiring manager is not always enough to get you hired. 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Susanne Aronowitz says you need to show the employer the value you can bring to the position. And the more you can connect with the employer, the more likely they will be to see you as the right person for the job. Read the transcript of the entire episode at macslist.org/podcast

You know that you need to ask for help when looking for a job. But what do you do when the people you reach out to don’t respond? How can you get people to vouch for your credentials and become your job search champions? Find Your Dream Job guest Lora Poepping says you need to make it as easy as possible for others to help you by having a clear and articulate message about what you’re looking for. It’s also important to show appreciation for the new connections that come from your career champions.

Thanks to everyone who participated in this year’s "Find Your Dream Job" listener survey! From your feedback, we discovered that 18 percent of listeners are interested in the topic of career change, and 15 percent are interested in discussing job search strategies. We also received dozens of great questions from listeners about job hunting, networking, and career building. On today’s bonus episode, Mac and Jessica sit down to answer five tactical job search questions from listeners around the country.

After you’ve exhausted your personal network, you may need to reach out to people you do not know online for the next step in your job search or career. But what if they don’t answer you? 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Stacey Lane says that you need to make it easy for the other person to say yes. You do this by making your ask quickly without sharing too much backstory, and not expecting too much of their time. Stacey also recommends finding common ground with people whose thought leadership you appreciat

Before you send out your next job application, you need to research standard salaries for your industry and position. It’s easy to be so determined to land a new job that you don’t stop to consider what your career and financial goals are. 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Anica John says that you need to enter a job search strategically, playing to your strengths and desires rather than settling for any role. Anica also shares how to calculate an accurate salary range.

Whether you realize it or not, you have a personal brand; something you are known for and that represents you in your career space. But if you are switching careers, you may need to rebrand yourself. 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Lisa Lewis says that building a new personal brand begins with self-knowledge and self-assessment. Developing authentic relationships with others is key to redirecting your career goals. Lisa also shares how to tell your story in a way that invites the listener into a conversation.

If you’re returning to work after a long break, you need to prepare long before you start looking for that perfect job. Volunteering in your community is a great way to grow professionally while maintaining your skill set. 'Find Your Dream Job' guest Anneliese Davis shares how she used volunteer work to not only keep her skills sharp but to decide what type of career she wanted. Anneliese tells us that approaching her job search with curiosity allowed her to switch careers and find a job she loves.

New college graduates often struggle with networking. They may feel they have nothing to offer or they’re wasting time with informational interviews. But good networking leads to career success. Find Your Dream Job guest Shawn Lipton says that the best networkers have a methodical approach to meeting and staying in touch with people. They also network even when they aren’t looking for a job. Shawn tells us why most professionals actually want to meet with new graduates and how to make that initial conta