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Work Tactics: Finding a Job, Negotiating Comp, Managing Up, Getting Promoted and More with Lenny Rachitsky

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Nov 30, 2022

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Lenny Rachitsky

Lenny Rachitsky, an engineer, startup founder, and former product manager at Airbnb, shares his expertise on accelerating your career. He discusses innovative job search strategies, emphasizing proactive applications over traditional methods. Lenny highlights the importance of aligning your job choices with personal values and growth opportunities. He also provides tips on mastering interviews and negotiating salaries, including effective communication techniques. Insights on career advancement and managing responsibilities round out a practical toolkit for success.

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ADVICE

Nailing the Interview

Prepare thoroughly for interviews, researching common questions.
Practice articulating your career story, highlighting impactful contributions.

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Showing Genuine Interest

Express genuine interest in the specific company during job interviews.
Prepare thoughtful questions for the interviewer to show engagement.

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Effective Salary Negotiation

Never disclose your salary expectations first; ask about the salary band for the role.
Research the company’s needs and mirror them back when discussing your potential contributions.

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Navigating Career Opportunities

04:16 • 4min

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Evolving Job Search Strategies: From Job Boards to Proactive Applications

08:32 • 2min

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Navigating Job Choices for Growth

10:02 • 14min

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Innovative Job Application Strategies and Interview Prep Tips

23:50 • 5min

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Mastering Job Interviews and Salary Negotiations

28:30 • 8min

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Strategies for Career Advancement

36:11 • 24min

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Building Impact Through Communication and Exploration

59:49 • 7min

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In 'Backable,' Suneel Gupta argues that the key to success lies in the ability to persuade others to believe in you. The book outlines a 7-step plan and includes 26 practical pointers for becoming 'backable. ' Gupta draws lessons from hundreds of the world’s biggest thinkers, including producers of Oscar-winning films, members of Congress, military leaders, culinary stars, venture capitalists, and executives from iconic companies like Lego, Method, and Pixar. The book emphasizes the importance of conviction, storytelling, and practice in making your ideas compelling to others.

#90: Top podcast host, Lenny Rachitsky joins Chris to discuss work-related techniques for success. They talk about finding a job that aligns with your interests, ways to stand out and get noticed, nailing your interview, effectively negotiating your compensation, managing up, and strategies to getting promoted.

Lenny Rachitsky (@lennysan), an engineer turned startup founder and former product manager at Airbnb is the creator of Lenny’s Newsletter and the wildly popular podcast, Lenny’s Podcast. Lenny is well-known as one of the top minds in the world when it comes to building product, driving growth, and helping people accelerate their careers.

Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/work-lenny-rachitsky

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Resources Mentioned

Connect with Lenny Rachitsky: Twitter | Website | Podcast | Newsletter | TikTok

Lenny’s Job Board
Lenny’s Newsletter
The 10 Commandments of Salary Negotiation
How to Get Promoted
Product Management Career Ladders
Saying No
Medium: What Seven Years at Airbnb Taught Me About Building a Business
Lenny’s Talent Collective
Airbnb Alumni Investing Syndicate: AirAngels
Focus App: Centered
Loom
“State of Me” Email Template
“Sprint” Template

Podcasts:

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#37: The Surprising Habits of Backable People with Suneel Gupta
#72: Increasing Productivity, Procrastinating Less and Living a Happier, Healthier Life with Ali Abdaal
#63: Deep Work, Digital Minimalism and Becoming So Good They Can’t Ignore You with Cal Newport
#7: Managing Your Time to Get More Done with Laura Vanderkam

Books:

Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You
Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day
Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity

Lenny and Chris’ California Recommendations

Cavallo Point Lodge
Andy Goldsworthy's Wood Line
Fairfax Mount Tam Mountain Biking
Fish
Mill Valley Lumberyard
Flour Craft Bakery

Full Show Notes

(00:00) Introduction to Lenny Rachitsky

(01:37) Applicability of Content Beyond Product Management

(04:18) Lenny’s Job Board

(07:07) “Spotlight” Feature: Reverse Job Search

(07:42) Identifying Interests: Four Key Points

(15:53) Finding Value in Diverse Experiences

(17:43) Strategies to Stand Out and Get Noticed

(24:42) Nailing the Interview: Expert Advice

(27:28) Salary and Compensation Negotiation Insights

(33:28) Optimizing Goals When Working for a Company

(34:43) Making an Impact: Finding Your Way

(35:48) Effective Promotion Strategies

(42:10) The Art of Saying “No”: Balance and Value

(48:24) Maximizing Impact Through Effective Output

(52:11) Knowing When It’s Time to Move On

(55:14) Structuring Free Time: Tips and Techniques

(56:53) Experimentation in Creation

(1:00:19) Chris' Next Steps

(1:00:52) Managing Up: Keeping Your Manager Informed

(1:02:56) Lenny and Chris’ Recommendations for California

(1:05:21) Where to Connect with Lenny Rachitsky Online

Connect with All the Hacks

All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email

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