Career Talk: Learn - Grow - Thrive

Videos in job applications are becoming more and more popular and more and more common. I've seen it in 2 ways: Built in as part of your application (integrated into the ATS) Asked to go to another platform and copy/paste the video link Pros: More personal Can assess potential culture fit better Understand someone's personality before an interview Get specific questions answered Unique ... for now Saves time Reduces costs Can record if needed Consistent process for everyone Cons: Could be discriminatory to conscious or unconscious bias Not appropriate for all jobs People can re-record Takes time for candidates A good portion of candidates won't do it Tips: Be professional Dress as you would for an in person interview Make sure your background is clean and presentable Re-record if you need to and are able to Let your personality shine Be sure to directly answer the questions asked Answer the question thoroughly without rambling or going on tangents Make

Super exciting time when we are preparing for that next step, your promotion! Tips: Ask for it Make your intentions known to your manager Ask your leader for advice and help Set clear expectations with your boss on what you need to do to obtain a promotion Look and accept offers externally Ask for feedback on a regular basis Learn new skills as needed Take on more responsibility in your current role Hit and exceed your goals / KPIs Be the go-to person on your team Train / mentor new team members Track your accomplishments and how you overcame major career / job obstacles Stay engaged Be positive, when when it's hard Help other people on your team as appropriate Solve complex issues with your customers and / or team Stay away from the gossip and / or politics Meet deadlines Be a person people feel comfortable talking to / approachable To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/c

It is a major let down and really discouraging to be excited to start a new job, just to actually start and realize it's awful. Red flags: Lack of follow up from the team (recruiter, hiring manager, other team members) People not providing straight answers to your questions Lack of transparency Resistance to you meeting with other team members Negative tone of people you interview with Sense of over worked employees Company doesn't have a large online presence Mostly negative online reviews for the organization Pressure to accept the job on the spot Unable to see offices (if not all remote company) All the things are absolutely chaotic Get a sense of spammy or too good to be true vibe Lack of professionalism Rude or abrasive Offer comes in super low Bad press No sense of employees being able to take time away from laptop To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertal

Communication is so so important. A lack of it can be challenging for sure. And sometimes we need to take control so we are getting what we need to be successful. Tips: Acknowledge the challenge Ask for regular 1:1 meetings with your manager Establish and set expectations with your boss Send progress email updates to your leader Offer to be a note taker for team meetings and send to everyone on the team Understand your KPIs and how your performance is measured Use the tools available to you Stay consistent Be the change Ask for feedback Figure out the problem ares as it relates to communication and fix it Make sure you and your team have created a space where people feel they can communicate Practice active listening Understand and know your team's preferred method of communication To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com

It certainly doesn't feel good to be passed over for a promotion. Don't get bitter, get better! Did you apply for the role? Or make your desire for the role known? Tips: Express gratitude for being considered Get feedback from your manager If the hiring manager is not your manager, get feedback from that person as well Figure out what you need to improve on and make a plan Have a candid conversation around expectations and when you should achieve certain tasks / goals to be eligible for a promotion Ask yourself if this was a blessing in disguise Stay focused and engaged Determine what's next Track your progress and accomplishments Evaluate how long you've been in your role with no promotion to help determine if you should look externally Process and move through any negative emotions so you don't become bitter or resentful Evaluate if that promotion is / was the type of work you still want to move into Be positive and welcoming to the person who got the role To support the show: Pay

It can be really hard when you are in a bad corporate culture or really bad morale at work. We have 3 main choices: Stick it out Leave Try to change it Tips: Find the positive Identify the areas you'd like to improve Set boundaries where / when possible Speak up when things make you uncomfortable Redirect / course correct in the moment Lift others up / compliment / highlight the good work others do Team building exercises What training can you and your team could do Take feedback well Be open and honest with others Establish / create / re-iterate the 'why' Offer / ask for more flexibility Find time / spaces to get incredibly focused Create a physical space you can thrive in Take time off / schedule it out when necessary Clear expectations / updates / goals Be yourself and celebrate others being themselves Work towards the next step in your career To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http:

Changing careers can be challenging. Before you make the change, understand what is sparking the change. Let's review the 4 main types of resumes: Chronological resume Functional resume Combination resume Job specific / targeted resume When changing careers we want to combine 3 and 4. Combining the combination resume while targeting specific roles because recruiters will still want to know your work history. Make sure you also highlight your education/certificates/training as it relates to the new career you're looking to move into. When making a change try and talk to people who has made your particular career change. Also try and talk to people who hire the roles you're looking to get. As you might know, I'm not sure huge on cover letters however a great cover letter is going to be key when changing careers. To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocar

Fun question from a listener! This is going to be similar to the episode released on 2/28/19 where we talk about how to answer the interview question 'tell me about yourself' if you'd like to check it out! Elevator pitches are meant to be short and sweet. They are focused and we are not rambling in our pitches. Structure: 50k foot view of your background 10k foot view digging a little deeper Area of expertise / niche What you're passionate about in your field To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/messa

Feeling stuck is not cool. Feeling as though you've hit a ceiling can feel so defeating and discouraging. Know we can always find growth opportunities! Tips: Do you have a career path that allows growth? Map out your own career paths Establish your next step Are you ready for that next step? Take on more responsibility Learn something new Network / work on your relationships Ask your leader for help / guidance and ideas Create career goals if you haven't already done so Find a mentor / hire a coach Look internally and externally for next steps if you're ready For another episode on career growth, check out the episode released on 11/7/2019 To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebo

To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message

Micromanagers aren't always doing it just to be jerks. They may not even know they are coming across this way. Often they have learned bad habits from other bad leaders. Other times they are under stress and aren't sure how to deal. Tips: Try to give them the benefit of the doubt Try to explain how you felt during a specific time the micro managing was too much Offer a counter solution Accept that it may never change and create a plan Get support from your team Inform, inform, inform Think ahead Uncover the fears Set boundaries Evaluate yourself and your work Proactively work to increase trust where / when you can To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We a

Quit with grace and gratitude! Even if you've reached the point where you are like F this!! We never want to burn any bridges. You just never know when your paths may cross with people you work now, in the future. Keep it positive. Keep it brief. Could be done via: Email Phone In person What should your notice include: Greeting Thank you Notice Timeframe Easy transition Keep in touch Here to help Thank you, Name To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message

In this episode we talk about Laura's story including her career crisis and what she did to overcome it. We also dive into passion vs purpose. Laura shares, "When you use passions for a compass for your career it can lead people in directions that aren't necessarily right for them." Additionally we talk about what The Genius Habit, how you can use Laura's tracker to see your progress and society's rules! Check out her website here: http://www.lauragarnett.com/thegeniushabit To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/mess

To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message

It is not fun or cool to be excited about a new job just to start and find out it is terrible. Sometimes we can avoid it. Other times we can't, people are really good liars. Questions to help assess culture fit: Ask all the people you interview with why they like working for the company If you talk to people who will be on the team you'll be working on, ask them to describe the team dynamics Research Go through your network, do you know anyone who works / worked there? Make sure you get to meet/interview with the right people (future manager, peers, people you'll partner with, etc.) Know what culturally hasn't been a fit for you and ask professional questions around those specific items Don't be afraid to ask follow up questions to answers in number 6 Peer question - what's on thing you would change in your role and why Stay or go? It depends! How bad is it Benefits to staying? How miserable are you? How long has it been? Confidence in avoiding this in your next role? To support th

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2020 is going to be an exciting and amazing year! Before we set new goals think about your current role and reflect on: How do you feel on Sunday nights? How do you feel about the work you do everyday? How do you feel about the team you work with? How do you feel about your leader? How do you feel about the organization you work for? Feel free to make that pros / cons list :)  Now let's think about what you would change / improve: Sunday nights Work you do everyday Team Leader / manager / boss Organization Let's dream now. Perfect world scenario, you have everything you want, no limitations, truly perfect scenario, what would your career look like: Sunday nights Work you do everyday Team Leader / manager / boss Organization Super nerds! Grab an excel or flip chart. Put your answers together. Maybe put some categories to it. Current facts / info Feelings Change / improve Pros Cons Perfect world scenario Etc. Laying it all out, you can see the various buc

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Benefits to employees: Learning new things often fuels us Provides us with career advancement Pushes us outside our comfort zone Look at things differently Increase creativity Provides focus and clarity Increased compensation Confidence Knowledge Benefits to employers: Increases productivity Allows employees to level up Can contribute more Increases retention Increases job satisfaction Where you can learn things / get professional / personal development: Conferences Podcasts Audio books Online courses Mentor Meet ups Networking events Social events Seminars Workshops Webinars Online groups Therapy Family Phone apps Art shows Museums TED talks College courses Community education courses Books Ask a friend to teach you something Explore new places Journaling / writing Documentaries Experience new things Meditation Explore new hobbies Brainstorm sessions To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https:

Time off is so so so important. We all need time to decompress and unwind. Benefits: Re-charge Rest Fun outside of work Clear our minds Get the creative juices flowing Be more productive when you get back Clarity of focus will increase Reduces your stress Contributes to improved work / life balance Your relationships will improve To support the show: Paypal: paypal.me/stephdennis13 Anchor: https://anchor.fm/careertalk For show notes go to: http://stephdennis13.com/category/careertalk/ To work together: listentocareertalk.com For the Google Survey: https://goo.gl/forms/PToleX38QgQ4EPaz1 To connect: Instagram: @stephdennis13 @careertalkpodcast Facebook: www.facebook.com/stephdennis13 We are written, produced, hosted and edited by Stephanie Dennis You’re awesome!! Go be your amazing self today!!! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/careertalk/message