Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job

You’ve received an offer for your dream job, but the salary isn’t quite what you had hoped it would be. How do you negotiate the salary with confidence? Find Your Dream Job guest Kate Dixon says you need to be prepared to ask for what you need. Share your expertise and what your research shows the market will bear for someone with your experience. Kate recommends establishing a collaboration with the hiring manager and exploring the company’s flexibility for salary and other benefits.  About Our Guest: Kate Dixon is the founder of Dixon Consulting (https://katedixon.org/) and the author of Pay UP! Unlocking Insider Secrets of Salary Negotiation. (https://www.amazon.com/Pay-UP-Unlocking-Insider-Negotiation/dp/1734699264/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=pay+up+kate+dixon&qid=1632850843&s=amazon-devices&sr=1-1) Resources in This Episode: Are you ready to negotiate for a better salary? Get Kate’s course, “The Pay Up Workshop” by visiting her website at courses.katedixon.org. (https://courses.katedixon.org/courses/pay-up-workshop) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume. (http://macslist.org/topresume) TopResume (http://macslist.org/topresume)has helped more than 400,000 professionals land more interviews and get hired faster. Get a free review of your resume today (http://macslist.org/topresume)from one of TopResume’s expert writers.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Networking is a valuable skill to take into a job search, but only if you go into it with the understanding that not everyone you spend time with will have a job to offer you. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Alex Dolan (https://www.linkedin.com/in/alexdolan/) and I talk about how talking to others helped him during his job search, even if it was just a friendly conversation. Alex also shares why he hired a career coach, how to do research on your dream job, and why putting yourself out there is the most important thing you can do. Learn more about Alex’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series. (https://www.macslist.org/articles/success-stories) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Maybe you’ve been thinking about making a career change for a while now but you don’t know where to begin. Taking action toward a new career doesn’t have to be overwhelming, says Find Your Dream Job guest Julie Sliga. Julie recommends starting with research, both of your fears and the potential of the field you’re considering. She also advises taking advantage of informational interviews and maintaining your current network. And if you still feel stuck, maybe it’s time to hire a career coach to help you through the process.  About Our Guest: Julie Sliga (https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-sliga-she-her-2589465/) is a certified career counselor and the owner of Panoramic Counseling. She has helped hundreds of workers make big decisions and workplace transitions. Resources in This Episode: Is it time for you to get some help with a career transition? Find out more about how Julie can help you at panoramicpdx.com. (https://panoramicpdx.com/) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http://macslist.org/topresume) Top Resume has helped more than 400,000 professionals land more interviews and get hired faster. Get a free review of your resume today from one of Top Resume’s expert writers. (http://macslist.org/topresume)       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you want to get the attention of a hiring manager, the most important thing you can do is to stand out. And one of the best ways to do that is by using video. If you’ve never considered creating a video resume, there’s no better time, says Find Your Dream Job guest Rhona Pierce. And it’s not as difficult as you might think. Rhona gives suggestions on how to develop your talking points, how long your video should be, what to focus on, and how to prepare. And the best part? You don’t need any special equipment to get started.  About Our Guest: Rhona Pierce (https://www.linkedin.com/in/rhonabarnettpierce/) is a personal branding coach and a former recruiter. Rhona helps overlooked professionals capture the attention of employers and secure interviews with ease.  Resources in This Episode: If you’re ready to start getting callbacks for interviews, learn more about how Rhona can help you at howtolevelup.com.(https://howtolevelup.com/) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http://macslist.org/topresume) Top Resume has helped more than 400,000 professionals land more interviews and get hired faster. Get a free review of your resume today from one of Top Resume’s expert writers. (http://macslist.org/topresume)       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If you set up your LinkedIn profile and haven’t been to the site again, you’re missing out on a great job strategy. Recruiters and hiring managers use LinkedIn to find candidates for open positions. How can you use LinkedIn to find your dream job? Find Your Dream Job guest Jonathan Javier suggests beginning with a list of companies you’d love to work for. Search for people who work for those companies and reach out to them. Jonathan offers an important reminder as well; rejection isn’t final. It’s an opportunity to move on to another potential partnership.  About Our Guest: Jonathan Javier (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathan-wonsulting/) is the CEO/Founder of Wonsulting, whose mission is to turn underdogs into winners. Resources in This Episode: If you need guidance on the journey to your dream job, find out how Jonathan can help you by visiting his website at www.wonsulting.com. (http://www.wonsulting.com)   From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http://macslist.org/topresume) Top Resume has helped more than 400,000 professionals land more interviews and get hired faster. Get a free review of your resume today from one of Top Resume’s expert writers. (http://macslist.org/topresume)           Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

We often hear about the importance of authenticity in the workplace. But how can you show your authentic self at work if you haven’t shown it during the application and interview process? Do you want a job that forces you to be one person at work and another in your personal life? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Meghan Prichard shares how she added her unique personality to her resume and the positive feedback she got from doing so. Meghan also explains how she used her personal interests and common bonds with others to develop her professional network. Learn more about Meghan’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series. (https://www.macslist.org/articles/success-stories) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If your resume simply lists your skills and qualifications, it won’t grab the attention of a hiring manager. Your resume is your personal marketing document, says Find Your Dream Job guest Pamela Leone, and you need it to showcase exactly what you have to offer. Pamela says you need to highlight the skills you have related to the job opening. But you can’t stop there. Provide concrete examples of how you’ve had success in past positions using those skills. Figure out their greatest need, and share how you can solve that problem for them, using your own success stories.  About our Guest: Pamela Leone (https://www.linkedin.com/in/pamleone/) is the business engagement executive for South Coast Business. She also is a talent development specialist for her own consulting firm, Impact Coaching LLC. (https://impactcoaching.us/) Resources in This Episode: If you’re ready to take your team to the next level of trust, energy, and success, find out how Pam can help by visiting her website at impactcoaching.us/services/.(https://impactcoaching.us/) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume (http://macslist.org/topresume). TopResume (http://macslist.org/topresume) has helped more than 400,000 professionals land more interviews and get hired faster. Get a free review of your resume today from one of TopResume’s expert writers.(http://macslist.org/topresume)       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are you trying to transition to a new position or field? If so, you need to go into the process with a definite strategy in place in order to get a new, better, fantastic job, says Find Your Dream Job guest Peter Paskill. Peter says that starts with knowing your skills, desires, and talents, and using them to do a targeted job search. Having the right qualifications isn’t enough; you need to show a hiring manager how you can specifically solve their problem. Finally, Peter strongly recommends holding out for a job that puts a smile on your face. About Our Guest: Peter Paskill (https://www.linkedin.com/in/peter-paskill-bb08a0/) is an author, radio show host, and the founder of CareerMakers (https://www.careermakers.com/).  Resources in This Episode: If it’s time for you to make a career transition, find out how Peter can help you by going to www.careermakers.com. (https://www.careermakers.com/). From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume. (http://macslist.org/topresume). TopResume (http://macslist.org/topresume) has helped more than 400,000 professionals land more interviews and get hired faster. Get a free review of your resume today from one of TopResume’s expert writers. (http://macslist.org/topresume)       Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Networking is a great way to get input as you progress in your career, but networking alone can’t help you make specific decisions. The best way to get personalized advice, says Find Your Dream Job guest Nii Ato Bentsi-Enchill, is by surrounding yourself with people who are invested in your life. These relationships can be formal or informal, and you can form them in your company and outside it. Nii Ato suggests being direct when asking someone to serve on your advisory board. And remember, no one goes it alone so ask for the help you need.  About Our Guest: Nii Ato Bentsi-Enchill (https://www.linkedin.com/in/niiato/) is a holistic career coach for professionals of color and allies.  Resources in This Episode: If you’re ready to take your career to the next level, find out how Nii Ato can help you by visiting his website at www.avenircareers.com/. (http://www.avenircareers.com/) From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume(http://macslist.org/topresume). TopResume (http://macslist.org/topresume) has helped more than 400,000 professionals land more interviews and get hired faster. Get a free review of your resume today (http://macslist.org/topresume) from one of TopResume’s expert writers.     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

As job seekers, it’s natural to focus on the skillset and benefits of a position. But those aren’t typically the things that cause a person to stay at a company. Your day-to-day experience is what makes it a dream job, or one you can’t wait to escape. How do you find a job that offers a great employee experience? Find Your Dream Job guest Joni Roylance says you need to think about what hasn’t worked for you in past jobs. And since you spend the majority of your time at work, figure out what it will take for you to thrive before applying for a position.  About Our Guest: Joni Roylance (https://www.linkedin.com/in/joniroylance/) is an advisor, speaker, and writer in adaptive leadership and the future of work. Resources in This Episode:  From our Sponsor: Find Your Dream Job is brought to you by TopResume.(http://macslist.org/topresume) Top Resume has helped more than 400,000 professionals land more interviews and get hired faster. Get a free review of your resume today from one of Top Resume’s expert writers. (http://macslist.org/topresume) Did you know we share even more great resources via our newsletters? We have three! Every Tuesday, we send our New Jobs Newsletter that includes that week’s new jobs added to our job board, our featured job of the week, and three articles sharing the best tips and tricks to make your job search easier and more successful. Every Wednesday, we send our Find Your Dream Job Podcast newsletter that shares the notes and transcript from that week's interview with a leading career expert about the nuts-and-bolts of job hunting. Finally, every month, we send our Hiring Solutions Digest for employers, which shares hiring advice, news, hiring trends, and other informational resources to keep your hiring practices at the top of their game. You can sign up for one or all of them by clicking here. (https://myemailpreferences.macslist.org/)     Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.