Get Hired with Andrew Seaman

The job search has evolved over the years, especially during the pandemic where boundaries between home and work were blurred more than ever. Where are we headed now? Today we’re taking a look into the future of work.Dan Schawbel, who is a New York Times bestselling author, is an expert on all things work. Today on Get Hired, he’s telling us what we can expect from the job hunt in the years to come.BONUS: Dan Schawbel will be answering your questions on an upcoming episode of #GetHiredLive . You can RSVP for the show by clicking here. Follow Dan Schawbel on LinkedIn by clicking here. Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

Building and maintaining confidence throughout your job search is essential to not only increase your chances of success but also to keep your mental health in check. One key step to finding and sustaining confidence is recognizing your skills, experiences, and achievements to remind yourself of your unique value. Continually focusing on your confidence during your job search can better equip you to handle the process's ups and downs. Selena Rezvani, who specializes in helping women and people from marginalized communities succeed, will soon publish a new book all about confidence — Quick Confidence: Be Authentic, Boost Connections, and Make Bold Bets on Yourself. She joined the Get Hired podcast to discuss practical steps you can take to build and maintain your confidence throughout your job search and career.BONUS: Selena Rezvani will be answering your questions on an upcoming episode of #GetHired Live. You can RSVP for the show by clicking here.Follow Selena Rezvani on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

Elise Powers, founder of Elleview Consulting, specializes in enhancing communication and networking skills for Fortune 500 companies. She emphasizes the importance of reframing networking as building genuine relationships. Listeners learn about the vital role of authentic connections in career growth and gain practical strategies for approaching strangers. Elise shares advice on mastering meaningful conversations and maintaining a professional network, highlighting active listening and effective follow-up to maximize networking impact.

People often set goals when it comes to their job searches and careers. Unfortunately, not all goals are created equal. Aiming for the wrong goal can set you up for failure, lead you astray, or even make you feel stuck in your career.Michael Bungay Stanier, Founder of Box of Crayons, and author of the best-selling book The Coaching Habit, sat down with LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman to discuss setting and reaching career goals, how to navigate your next steps and why a solid support system is so important.BONUS: Michael Bungay Stanier will be answering your questions on an upcoming episode of #GetHired Live. You can RSVP for the show by clicking here.Follow Michael Bungay Stanier on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

In the journey to your dream job, there are bound to be stops and detours along the way. Despite the challenges, what carries you over from point A to point Z? Cynthia Pong is an award-winning career coach who leads a team of professionals dedicated to preparing women of color for all things work-related. Cynthia joined Andrew on Get Hired to talk Bridge Jobs–– the jobs that take you from where you are to where you want to be. BONUS: Cynthia Pong will be answering your questions on an upcoming episode of #GetHired Live. You can RSVP for the show by clicking here.Follow Cynthia Pong on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

Harleny Vasquez, a social work career coach and recruitment expert, shares her insights on conquering job interview anxiety. She discusses the naturalness of pre-interview jitters and emphasizes preparing effectively to calm nerves. Listeners learn about the importance of self-assessment, positive self-talk, and body language. Harleny encourages candidates to embrace authenticity and honesty during interviews. She also highlights post-interview growth and community support, inviting questions for a live event focused on overcoming job search challenges.

There are soft skills. Then, there are hard skills. Hard skills are things like knowing how to play the piano. Soft skills are more human, such as interpersonal communication, public speaking, leadership, etc. Many people think hard skills are the ticket to a successful job search, but soft skills are more important than you may think.Al Dea, who is the founder of Betterwork Labs, sat down with LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman to discuss how soft skills help you laser in and focus on your own job search and career development plan. Al also breaks down how soft skills can be used to prove yourself once you land your job. BONUS: Al Dea will be answering your questions on an upcoming episode of #GetHired Live. You can RSVP for the show by clicking here.Follow Al Dea on LinkedIn by clicking here.Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

Starting over after being laid off or losing your job can be a challenging and uncertain experience, but it can also be an opportunity for growth and new beginnings. Ebony Joyce, who is known as The Career Clarity Coach, sat down with LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman to discuss what to do after a layoff. She breaks the process into manageable steps that can help make the transition smoother. Ebony also offers effective strategies for finding your next role. BONUS: Ebony Joyce will be answering your questions on an upcoming episode of #GetHired Live. You can RSVP for the show by clicking here. Follow Ebony Joyce on LinkedIn by clicking here. Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

Some people have a more difficult time than others finding work. Formerly incarcerated individuals are considered to be one of those groups. Fortunately, a growing number of initiatives and regulations are attempting to reduce the stigma people who were incarcerated may face during their job searches. Dr. Genevieve Rimer, who is the director of inclusive hiring at the Center for Employment Opportunities, is one of the people trying to move that needle. In addition to launching a new LinkedIn Learning course, Dr. Rimer recently sat down with LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman to discuss how people can find work after incarceration. BONUS: Dr. Rimer answered listener questions on a recent episode of #GetHired Live. You can watch a replay of the show by clicking here.Follow Dr. Rimer on LinkedIn by clicking here. Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here.

Thinking holistically about your job search can be the difference between landing your next fantastic position and staying in job-search purgatory. Jenny Foss, job search strategist and career coach behind JobJenny.com – and author of the upcoming book Do This Not That: Career – joined Andrew for a deep dive into how you can take a 10,000-foot view of your job search and set yourself up for success.BONUS: Listeners brought their questions about developing a job search strategy directly to Andrew and Jenny on Get Hired Live. You can watch a replay of that conversation by clicking here.Follow Jenny on LinkedInFollow Andrew on LinkedIn and join the Get Hired community at https://lnkd.in/ghpodcast