Summary: JEFF SHEEHAN AND AL SMITH In this episode, host of Starve the Doubts Jared Easley together with co-host Dr. Tomi Grover from TomiGrover.com, host of the Compelled Podcast interviewed Jeff Sheehan and Al Smith! Jeff and Al are the authors of the new book Hired! Paths to Employment in the Social Media Era. Its an extensive look at the steps in what today’s job seekers should take to secure employment in a social media era. The book is based on the experiences the two authors have encountered in the past four years speaking to thousands of job seekers. Hired presents a multi-faceted approach in getting a job by utilizing millions of tools. Each of these methods are discussed and explained so they can be implemented effectively –positioning you to secure a new job in the shortest period of time. In this episode, you’ll learn RESUMES: Hybrid/Combination Vs. Functional/Chronological Travelling the world via Delta Airlines The best places to find business to business events 80% of jobs not posted on job boards Jeff and Al’s career description and how they can help you in finding a job The goal and mission of the book Hired! Exploring all possible options and resources in getting the job that best fits you Entrepreneurial opportunities by getting Hired Where to go when you are a beginner in job seeking (books and sources) How to grow your personal network The importance of connecting with people How to properly use social media in your job search without losing track Using SEO to “go out there and be found” How to present and market yourself Jeff and Al’s advice for people who wants to write or co-author a book –“Start Writing!” Saving thousands of dollars by finding a good job coach Connect with Jeff and Al at: HiredTheBook.com, JeffSheehan@gmail.com Jeff and Al’s message for the listeners: “Stay positive. Don’t let the negativity in you. Get away from it as much as possible. Just keep moving forward.” Items Mentioned: Delta Airlines Steven Preston Winning Through Redundancy Abby Kohut A 101 Job Search Secrets Lavie E Margolin The LinkedIn Butterfly Effect LinkedIn Google SEO (Search Engine Optimization)
