3 LinkedIn Tools to Help You Show Up More in Search LinkedIn and its LinkedIn Recruiter solution are both platforms used by hiring professionals to search for qualified candidates. With the rise of AI and the fact that there are close to 800M users on the platform, the platform has become increasingly algorithm-driven as a way to “whittle down” sea…

With summer around the corner, it felt like a great time to reflect on my career journey and path to accidental entrepreneurship -- and hopefully provide some solace, comfort and inspiration for those struggling with what feels like a non-linear path. In this week’s podcast, I walk through my career job-by-job . . . how I got it, what worked and wh…

ABOUT DAWN: Dawn is an Author, TEDx Speaker and LinkedIn Learning Instructor who talks about Career Moblity, the Talent Marketplace, Reskilling & Rebranding and more. For 6 years, she hosted the live weekly call-in show "Dr. Dawn on Careers" on SIRIUSXM's Business Radio (132) where she interviewed talent experts and company leaders around the world…

About Colleen Beginning with her career as an engineer, then production manager and pricing analyst for 2 Fortune 50 companies (Procter & Gamble and FedEx), it’s safe to state that Colleen is an expert in career pivots. Colleen launched her writing business in 2006 and has served a wide range of corporate clients including The Motley Fool and Inves…

David is a career coach and has been involved in the resilience field for over 30 years. A 3X career changer himself, he is the Founder of Soul Satisfying work. His diverse background includes work in the addictions field as a counselor, and he is passionate about physical fitness, healthy nutrition and the application of wisdom traditions and mind…

OUR CHAT Nicole pulled back the curtain to discuss her process for finding and vetting candidates. We discussed how she uses Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) plays, online and niche job boards, what she looks, red flags and much more. She also shared insights on navigating ghosting and staying top of mind. ABOUT NICOLE Nicole Reyes has spent more …

OUR CHAT Discussion Highlights: The strong similarities between job search and sales processes. How your attitude and emotional state can make or break a job search. 3 questions to ask yourself when figuring out your next best move. Messaging is everything! It informs what you say to others during outreach, interviews, and in your resume and Linked…

OUR CHAT Lisa and Adam broke down: Core differences between service on nonprofit, startup and public boards. Key messaging to include in board marketing collateral (hint: it’s different than what you share as a job seeker on your resume) The skills you must possess to serve on a public board. Who and how to network to identify board opportunities. …

OUR CHAT Cassie shared the ins and outs of her job search – including big wins and lessons learned – that helped her make a major career transition within 5 months and then recover from a setback in a matter of days. ABOUT CASSIE Cassie began her career as a corporate trainer, then made her first career transition in 2007 when she earned her Master…

OUR CHAT As a Brazilian immigrant who has been in the U.S. for 10+ years, Ana and I discussed: Mindset adjustments to overcome language barriers Effective methods to understand the U.S. job market. Strategies to glean intel in a new industry. The importance of setting boundaries when striving to make a name for yourself as a newcomer to Corporate A…

OUR CHAT Cathy and I chatted about obstacles “mature” workers put in their own way (job search success starts in your head!) and those others placed on us (hello age discrimination) during job search. She also shared strategies for identifying a new career target, launching a career change and best practices for resume and LinkedIn writing. ABOUT C…

OUR CHAT We broke down Erick’s 3-step approach to job search that has helped people land meaningful work that aligns with what they love. Erick also shared proven techniques and approaches to outreach, networking and testing the waters to ensure your next career move is in the right direction. ABOUT ERICK As a husband, father and engineer turned ca…

OUR CHAT Alicia is on a mission to incorporate mindfulness into job search and career management – and it’s clear she knows her stuff! We discussed: Methods for identifying our career energy drainers v. givers Easy-to-deploy techniques for calming nerves in stressful career situations A 5-step process for interviewing conversations to advance your …

OUR CHAT Matt and I discussed his favorite roles, how colleges are missing the mark in terms of preparing kids for job search and career success, and how this gap might get closed. He shared his observations on mistakes he sees kids making on the job search front, and shared advice he wish he’d have heard himself when he was first starting out! ABO…

Our Chat Every day, for over 2 years, we have all wondered and worried about what to say and what to do in the new world of work OR when we are applying for a new job. To help navigate interviews of all kinds -- whether informational, phone screens or final rounds, I invited the woman who wrote the book, The NEW Hello: What to Say and What to Do in…

OUR CHAT Dan shared his non-traditional approach to his own job search and career change, that led him to go from long-term unemployed to a recruiter at Amazon and catalyst for a virtual job search community that has been seen by MILLIONS. We also covered: What he looks for (and looks at) when searching for talent. His take on sharing/oversharing o…

OUR CHAT We discussed the chemicals released in our brains that make us enjoy and remember stories, and why storytelling is so important whether you are looking to land a new job, sell a product or service, lead teams or influence others. Mark broke down key storytelling elements, and shared techniques on how even those born without the gift can be…

Our Chat I’m dubbing this our “Recruiter 101” discussion! We chatted about: The different types of recruiters on the job search scene What goes on behind-the-scenes when there’s a hiring need How exactly Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) systems work . . . and much more. About Tabitha Tabitha Cavanagh (aka Tab the Recruiter) is first and foremost a…

Our Chat Topics discussed: Unique challenges faced by military professionals when writing their resumes for corporate audiences. Similarities and differences of resume and LinkedIn writing styles in the U.S. and India. . . . and much more! About Varshaa Varshaa specializes in resume writing for military professionals and their families looking to t…

OUR CHAT This was a jam-packed interview. Highlights include: The importance of creating a career roadmap together with a plan for implementing it. Actionable strategies job seekers can take to salary negotiations when applying online, during a phone screen and when an offer gets made. Techniques to maximize compensation at your current company. . …

OUR CHAT As a fellow resume writer, I loved the chance to “talk shop” and compare our viewpoints on tackling career change resumes, helping people regroup after a stalled job search, and the tools people need to hit the ground running when looking to land. ABOUT MATT Matt is a certified resume writing expert whose experience includes 15+ years in H…

OUR CHAT We discussed: How to pinpoint causes of career frustration. Signs that it’s time to exit a toxic work culture. Industries experiencing a period of turmoil (that’s likely to continue) High ROI tools for conducting a successful job search. . . . and so much more. ABOUT MICHELLE Michelle is President of RP4C Corporation, a Career Coaching com…

OUR CHAT We discussed unique job search challenges facing STEM professionals – from those looking to make a big leap from academia to industry – to those looking to make a more minor pivot and who could take their skills into a few different directions. We also discussed challenges facing those underrepresented in STEM – including women and minorit…

OUR CHAT Self-care is a billion-dollar industry (projected to reach $13B by 2026!) that, for the most part, specifically targets women. A firm believer that no-one (in particular women) need to go-it-alone when it comes to making changes on the home and career front, in this podcast episode we discussed: Common signs of burnout. Strategies for eval…

Our Chat As a recently laid-off self-described introvert Greg Roche found the idea of cold calling and attending networking events completely UNAPPEALING -- and applying online wasn't working. He found a different way to network that paid off in spades -- which we discussed in this week's podcast episode. About Greg As a Career Transition Coach, Gr…

As an Executive Resume Writer, I’ve come across several common career challenges that plague job seekers and that require a bit of strategy to address them. In this week’s podcast, I discuss 4 and share the writing techniques I used to help overcome them. CHALLENGE #1: Trying to Make an Industry/Career Change CHALLENGE #2: How to share a career sto…

OUR CHAT We discussed: The benefits of having a strong network to carry you through the ups and downs of job search Ways to really vet a company’s onboarding process (studies tie this to longer-term retention and satisfaction!) Some effective ways get on a company’s radar . . . and much more! ABOUT MATT After 20 years in senior manager roles with F…

As an Executive Resume Writer, I work with many who have worked in Management Consulting, who have owned their own consulting firms or who work in agency-like settings where they are juggle multiple clients. Common Challenges They’ve often worked on several client engagements concurrently and/or that are often similar in nature. They are sometimes …

OUR CHAT · Job Search Myth Busting · The Most Effective Methods for Networking & Interviewing · Must-Have Job Search Tools for Students and New Grads · Ideas for Personal Branding on LinkedIn ABOUT BRAD As a Therapist-Turned-Career Coach and Certified Resume Writer, Brad has worked with teens and young adults for 16+ years through roles in mental h…

OUR CHAT Her go-to resource for finding talent Her take on the Hidden Job Market Planned v. Unplanned talent searches ATS Myths What catches her eye in a resume and/or LinkedIn . . . and much more! ABOUT KELLI As a leader with 14+ years of staffing leadership experience, Kelli Hrivnak launched Knak Digital in 2014 as an alternative to quantity-driv…

OUR CHAT Job Search talents that are naturally intuitive for sales professionals. Tips for those eager to transition into and within sales. Ideas for starting a job search in sales and realigning one that's gone off the rails. ABOUT CLAIRE Sometimes life hands you lemons. Claire Davis led a successful medical sales, marketing, and recruiting career…

Katelyn is a serial career pivoter, former recruiter turned Career Coach & Strategist with Crafted Careers, and the co-creator of Sweet Spot Careers, an online course designed to help unfulfilled professionals find their career sweet spot and finally land jobs where they can thrive. OUR CHAT We define the "hidden job market" and discuss how job see…

Gina Riley is a Human Resources professional who sits at the powerful convergence between Career Coaching, Executive Search and Interview Skills Training. OUR CHAT We dove into the topic of Executive Presence, and how it impacts those targeting career change. ABOUT GINA An authority in career transition, she is the creator of the Career Velocity Sy…

Erica Reckamp serves as the Executive Writer and Content Strategist for Chicago-based career services firm Job Search Like a Pro. Earlier roles include Head/Senior Writer for Global Outplacement & Career Transitioning firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Professional Training & Coaching firm Empowered Possibilities, and EQ-IQ Coaching. Erica is a fel…

Liam Darmody is a well-rounded operations executive with years of experience building and scaling marketing, sales, customer and people operations at technology companies. By day, he is the Director of Employer Branding and Talent Attraction for digital strategy, design and development company WillowTree. Outside of work, he helps people to build t…

Marti is a workplace futurist and the best-selling author of “Activate Your Agile Career.” She has an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and is a former technology executive who has worked in Silicon Valley. As a Top Career Influencer, she has been featured in several media outlets including NBC Chicago, Forbes and The Muse…

As a dyslexic with a terrible lisp when in high school, Chris speaks from experience when it comes to overcoming personal barriers. Today, as the Founder of Employment King, a certified NLP Life Coach, Hypnotherapist and Careers Advisor – he brings to the table 15 years of experience supporting people to achieve their life and career goals. Chris b…

As Managing Partner of Perry-Martel David works with business owners in the high-tech, construction and real-estate development fields. The Wall Street Journal nicknamed him the “Rogue Recruiter” in a cover exposé describing North America's most sought-after independent executive recruiters. His approach to executive headhunting has been documented…

Michele helps women after a career break find their confidence, purpose, and discover their passion to create their next chapter. After spending 10 years in corporate training and development facilitating employee growth, communication and management skills – and taking several years away from her career to spend time raising her children – Michele…

Susanna Katsman is passionate about supporting the development of emerging leaders, by guiding her clients to identify goals and achieve meaningful and sustainable changes in both mindset and behavior. She holds an Ed.M. in Human Development & Psychology from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, is trained in Immunity to Change Facilitation an…

Suzanne Lucas spent 10 years in corporate HR, where she hired, fired, managed the numbers, and double-checked with the lawyers. She left that world to focus on helping other people and companies be the best she can be. Suzanne is recognized as one of the top influencers in Human Resources. You can find her writings and advice all over the internet …

Nicole holds a Ph.D. in chemistry and several certifications in coaching and Positive Psychology. She uses this knowledge, together with her analytical skills, to help her clients create strategic plans that are easy to put into action. Nicole helps women in science and tech become recognized go-to experts in their company. For those looking to pro…

There are few things more confusing for job seekers than the role that Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software plays in the screening process, and how exactly ATS reads resumes that get submitted. It is often a reason why people seek help with writing their resumes! To make it even more confusing, as technology continues to evolve, so too do ATS s…

Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco – Interview with Career Coach, HR Pro & Consultant Ricklyn Woods Ricklyn is a resume writer, career coach, and 4X certified HR Professional with over 15 years’ experience in Human Resources. She helps job seekers discover their strengths and attract opportunities that align with their values and natural talen…

Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco – Interview with FlexJobs Career Development Manager Brie Weiler Reynolds Brie Weiler Reynolds is the Career Development Manager and a career coach at FlexJobs, the leading site for remote work and flexible jobs. She and the FlexJobs Career Coaching Team help empower people to find jobs that fit their lives b…

Vince Thompson is the founder, chairman and CEO of MELT, a U.S. sports marketing and branding agency, and author of Build Brand You. An award-winning brand builder and sports marketer, he has worked on brand strategies for well-known brands including Coca-Cola Company and Aflac. Vince was named one of Atlanta Business Chronicle’s “Most Admired CEOs…

How to make your resume timeless -- so no one knows if you are 35 or 85. In this episode, I walk through (with examples): How to refresh the format -- from font choice to bullet length to spacing. A section-by-section breakdown of where tweaks can be made to make your resume fresh and current in content and style. The generational bias facing GenXe…

Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco – Interview with Career & Workplace Relationship Coach David Lee David is a career coach and workplace consultant who has been involved in the resilience field for over 30 years. A 3X career changer himself, he provides Career Counseling and Outplacement services though Heart at Work Associates to people invo…

Diana is a Career Coach, Speaker and Trainer who empowers ambitious professionals to own their greatness with confidence, and to shine and differentiate. Since launching My Marketability in 2011, she’s helped clients around the globe, from new grads to C-suite executives to change careers, land job offers and receive huge salary increases. Today Jo…

Resume Storyteller with WeCruitr Founder Jack Kelly Jack Kelly an executive recruiter at one of the oldest and largest global search firms. He has personally placed 1000s of professionals with top-tier companies over the past few decade. Passionate about advocating for job seekers, at the start of the COVID-19 epidemic he founded WeCruitr to help p…