Career Warrior Podcast

Today, we discuss just how being active on LinkedIn can benefit you as a job seeker or professional of your craft. LinkedIn is one of the best ways to use the power of the internet to network.I will cover some principles that show how you can leverage meaningful connections to benefit your job search or career.This was taken from a presentation given in Austin for job seekers. If you’re ever in our area, be sure to join the Austin Job Seekers, Recruiters, and Career Warriors meetup group. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are going to discuss a better way to figure out the next step in your career. We also discuss the best way to get in touch with the right people, including some networking strategies.I sat down virtually with Sujit Lalwani, international speaker and author, about the best way to determine the answer to the question: "What the heck should I do with my life." Sujit is also the Founder and Director of Inspiration Unlimited eMagazine (iU eMagazine).Here's what we cover:Let’s talk about “following your heart.”Where did this idea come from?Why is it not such an easy answer?What should people do instead to gain clarity in their lives?Let's get practical and discuss how to manifest yourself into the right positions (i.e. networking)What is the best way to actually pick and choose what jobs to apply for?What is the best way to meet the right people?What’s my action plan?Resources Mentioned in the Show:Follow Sujit Lalwani on Twitter: https://twitter.com/sujitlalwaniCheck out Life Simplified: https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/42609030-life-simplifiedCheck out Inspiration Unlimited eMagazine (iU eMagazine). Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprwToday we are going to discuss how to use LinkedIn to drive more meaningful engagement on this platform. The truth is that most people are not doing a good job with driving meaningful engagement! LinkedIn users often treat LinkedIn as a fad-diet, go all in, and give a very sporadic effort. They may use the "shotgun approach" and are not targeted...Or they may use it for a completely self-serving purpose (i.e. not offering value for others).Therefore, we teach you how to do this the right way:The 3 principles we discuss are:Posting relevant content for your industry, role, and purposeCommenting on other posts to engage with people outside your networkConnecting with the right peopleResources mentioned in the show:If you are in the Austin area, please join us for our amazing meetups: https://www.meetup.com/Austin-Job-Seekers/Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Welcome to the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is not only to help you land your dream job but to help you live your best life. Today Ashley Leal, professional resume writer for Let’s Eat, Grandma, will discuss what it’s like to work with clients -- and we’ll even hear some great insights on how she writes some great documents. Ashley studied technical writing and communication at Texas Tech University and has held a variety of positions that have honed her craft. So tune in if you’d like to hear some trade secrets of the best...and especially tune in if you’re interested in working with a professional. You just may get some insight on how to get the most out of a resume service. Questions we address:What made you want to be a professional resume writer?Why do clients see you rather than write the resume themselves?Biggest mistake that clients make when they’re submitting their resume to you?What’s your creative process like?If you could boil down to one secret weapon you have when you’re drafting resumes, what would that weapon be?Favorite part and least favorite part about being a resume writer?Resources Mentioned in the Show:Connect with Ashley here on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashley-leal/Use promo code Warrior2019 upon checkout when ordering any of our main three packages at https://www.letseatgrandma.comExpires October 4th Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today we are going to cover one of the most annoying pain points for job seekers -- having to submit both and application and a tailored resume for the position. We will discuss why this is the case, how you can get your time back, and how to stand out in the application. Resources mentioned in the episode:Pongo Resume Article: https://www.pongoresume.com/blogPosts/362/they-want-a-resume-and-a-job-application-seriously-.cfmCWP Episode 12: How to Stand Out in Your Application with Analiza Gonzalez: https://shows.pippa.io/job-seekers-podcast/how-to-stand-out-in-your-job-applicationCWP Episode 8: Three Things Hiring Managers Want to See in Your Resume: https://shows.pippa.io/job-seekers-podcast/episodes/8-three-things-hiring-managers-want-to-see-in-your-resume Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

During this episode, I’ve chosen to dive deep into life lessons from fitness because this something that has positively affected my life from the first day I stepped into a gym. It’s boosted my confidence, given me more purpose, and made me a healthier individual, which has positively affected my career. I've always believed that if you can get your fitness routine down, you can apply the same exact principles to your career. You understand the importance of setting goals, getting a routine down that supports those goals, and the value of patience, strategy, and hardwork. Fitness is a catalyst for transformation.Shea Boland, our guest for this episode, is a personal trainer, men’s intuitive coach, speaker, recovery advocate. He trains out of Austin’s famous HEAT bootcamp and is certified through the National Academy of Sports Medicine. He is also is in charge of ATX Sprint Squad, which has a great following, including people who hate to sprint. And a fun fact: he spoke at our last SXSW here in Austin, covering topics such as mental health. There’s a lot to learn from this Shea, and it is my hope that this episode can inspire you to become a better professional and change your life.Here's what we cover:Being grounded in the present: Why this is important, and how people can stop obsessing over results?Finding Fulfillment by Leaving Your Comfort Zone: We will talk about the idea of leaving your comfort zone to find more fulfillment.Getting PracticalFirst of all, how people can make time for fitness?How do I even get started with my routine? What is the biggest mistake people make when integrating fitness in their lives?What other things should warriors add to their routine to enhance their lives?Resources Mentioned in the Show:Keep in touch with Shea, and follow him on Instagram HERECheck out ATX Sprint Squad  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are going to talk about what employers and recruiters hate seeing on resumes. As a disclaimer, please realize that resumes are a subjective thing. You can't win em' all, but we will try to eliminate some things that may be holding you back from getting more interviews. We are basing this off of best practices that Let’s Eat, Grandma puts into place. Here's what we address with solutions:Unclear / untargeted resume contentTyposInconsistency on resumes vs. LinkedIn. Skills that you can’t back up. To read the Quora post mentioned in the show, please go to this link. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are going to empower ourselves with some self-awareness: knowing what your biggest strength is! It is so important to know this because if you aren’t aware of your strengths on a daily basis, you won’t be adding deep value to as many people as possible. We'll be covering why this is important as well as how to practice this answer for an interview. Resources / Call to Action Mentioned in the Show:Write down your top 2-3 strengths. What is your biggest strength? When was a time that you used it to your advantage, and when was a time when you did not use it?For the interview: rehearse saying your greatest strength out loud. Here are 5 great example answers to "What is Your Greatest Strength" in an interview. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are covering meditation and being more in touch with our spiritual side so we can improve our lives! You are even going to hear about my personal meditation morning routine, which has been a huge game changer in the last three years for me. I can’t go without it. Here's what we cover:Why meditate, mindfulness, and a spiritual journey?What are the benefits from a scientific perspective? How long and how often to start realizing benefits?Best time of day to meditate? How to meditate?Resources mentioned in the show:Benefits of meditation: https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0889159112004758How meditation changes our brains: http://www.andrewnewberg.com/research-blog/2013/9/26/how-does-meditation-change-our-brainsThe Brain Fog Fix by Dr. Mike Dow: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Fog-Fix-Reclaim-Memory/dp/1401946488/ref=sr_1_4?hvadid=78683863626875&hvbmt=be&hvdev=c&hvqmt=e&keywords=brain+fog+fix&qid=1567028300&s=gateway&sr=8-4Connect with me on LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw/Health Disclaimer: This is not specific advice, and we recognize each person is different. This is general advice based on research published online by experts. And these are my personal experiences. If you have any issues needed to be treated, please contact your doctor or local therapist. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Today, we are talking about volunteer experience as a gateway to landing your dream job! Yes, we are going to talk about the idea of free work. It is such a powerful principle and one of the best ways to open doors that were not there in the first place. Here's what we cover:Part 1: Why you should volunteer for jobs and how it can benefit you. Getting experience: Just because it’s unpaid experience doesn’t mean that the experience itself isn’t as valuable as experience if it were paid. You’re still learning the skillset and doing what you want to do. Opportunities to Move Your Life Forward with Paid Jobs: Oftentimes, it’s a matter of proving yourself, connecting with people, and you’ll eventually meet the right person to get you in a position. Part 2: Communicating your experience on a resume and within networking opportunitiesResumes Resumes are flexible documents. It’s key to talk about the ordering of the experience here. Just ask yourself: how much would you rather them read the volunteer experience than the other stuff?LinkedIn Profiles Make sure you have experiences listed on your LI profile. The beauty about LI is that you can often link the company with all the employees that have that experience. Communicate Internally to the places you’re volunteering for See what people in that organization have had professional experience within that field. Set up a meeting with them to ask how they broke into their particular field. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.