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Emotional Intelligence plays a significant role in smoothly navigating your job interview and career. I'll cover the basics of emotional intelligence, plus examples and real-life applications.

I know this episode is longer and may not be the most thrilling. Understanding this is hard work, but this episode will uncover something that has had an enormous impact on my life, and it can for yours too.

Emotional Intelligence 2.0 Book
https://a.co/d/gsTko5E

Emotional Intelligence Test (sorry, you have to buy the book new to get the code)
https://www.talentsmarteq.com/eiqb2/welcome.php

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Arthur Gopak is the CEO and Editor-in-Chief at AlphaGamma, a business portal for young professionals.

By informing and inspiring people to succeed in their careers, his Amsterdam-based company reaches over 4,000,000 people monthly. Alpha Gamma conducted a survey of over 2,000 HR Directors across North America and Europe, and Arthur shares their findings and how to use them to succeed as a job candidate.

Connect with Alpha Gamma:
https://www.alphagamma.eu/

Opportunity Feed App:
https://opportunityfeed.com/

Your Network is Your Networth Book Mentioned in Episode:
https://a.co/d/geruYfx

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Adaptability & Change. How To Convey During a Job Interview and Apply to Career

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Finding Career Zen Podcast:

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-career-zen/id1624063224

https://zengig.com/podcast/

Zengig - Free resources for job seekers:

https://zengig.com/

Watch on Youtube!

https://youtu.be/MTxpY9OP76w?si=Cl_mSYwW9-RC6r81

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Chris Hanna joins us to provide excellent insight on leveraging video to stand out and get hired, creating career strategies now instead of later, and betting on yourself.

chrishanna.ca

https://www.linkedin.com/in/chrishannashow/

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Connect with Oshri!
https://www.linkedin.com/in/oshricohen/
https://www.oshricohen.me/

Asri Cohen is a self-taught coder with extensive experience in various programming languages, frameworks, and technologies. He has held leadership positions at startups and founded his own development company. This episode will leverage his experience as a recruiter, entrepreneur, and developer to offer job seekers valuable insights on navigating the hiring process. Asri will share tips on what to consider during your job search and how to strategically craft your approach to land the perfect opportunity.This episode pulls back the curtain on the tech hiring process, offering a dose of real talk for both candidates and recruiters.

Candidates will learn:

Full-stack mentality is key: Modern developers need to be involved in the entire development cycle, from understanding requirements to deployment.
Learning is a constant: The tech industry is fast-paced, so showcasing a willingness and ability to learn new things is essential.
Be honest (and proactive): Don't be afraid to acknowledge skill gaps in interviews. Instead, demonstrate your initiative to learn by mentioning courses or resources you'll use to close the gap.
Tailor your approach: Recognize that different company cultures require different interview tactics. Startups seek creativity and enthusiasm, while large corporations might prioritize deep expertise.
Quality over quantity: Consider focusing on a few well-developed projects on your portfolio instead of a long list of technologies you've barely touched.

Be a generalist with depth: Focus on a broad range of skills, but become an expert in at least a few areas. Showcase your abilities with real projects, not just a laundry list of technologies.
Tailor your approach: Adapt your interview style to the company culture. Enthusiasm and creativity are valued at startups, while Fortune 500 companies might seek deep expertise in a specific technology.
Honesty is appreciated: Don't be afraid to acknowledge skill gaps in interviews. Instead, demonstrate your initiative to learn by mentioning courses or resources you'll use to close the gap.
Follow up strategically: After an interview, follow up to showcase your eagerness and initiative. You can mention that you're enrolling in a course to address a specific weakness you identified.

Recruiters will learn:

Technical expertise isn't everything: Look beyond specific technologies and assess a candidate's problem-solving skills, communication, and cultural fit.
Involve engineers in the interview process: Engineers can assess a candidate's technical abilities and compatibility with the team.
Beware of bad resumes: Resumes with extensive keyword lists might bypass HR but may not reflect real abilities.
Readability matters: Pay attention to how easy it is to scan a resume. Highlight relevant skills within the first 15 seconds to avoid getting passed over.
There are more bad companies than good ones: Encourage candidates to research companies before applying.

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This episode equips you to answer the "strengths question" with confidence during your job interview. 

Why interviewers ask: They assess self-awareness, alignment with the role, and communication skills. 

The "mirror effect": Knowing your strengths helps you discuss weaknesses constructively. 

3 Strengths to Highlight: 

Aligned with the job description (e.g., detail-oriented for accounting)

From your previous job (e.g., leadership recognized by a past boss) 

Personal strength applicable to work (e.g., perseverance)

Bonus Strength: Align with the company culture (e.g., volunteer for a cause they support). 

Common Mistakes to Avoid: ArroganceGeneric responses ("hard worker") 
Weak examples 
Disguised weaknesses ("perfectionist") 
Bragging or lack of confidence 
Irrelevant strengths (high school sports stats)

#jobinterview #strengths #careertips #interviewskills #selfawareness #communication #careeradvice #jobseeker

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Use code JOBINTERVIEW75 for $75 off at Inner.U Life and Career.

https://www.inneru.coach/
https://www.instagram.com/laurenzander_coach/

Lauren Zander, founder and CEO of Handel Group, joins "The Job Interview Experience" to offer career advice for both employed and unemployed individuals.

$75 discount for listeners! Use code JOBINTERVIEW75 at Inner.U Life and Career -  https://www.inneru.coach/

For those currently employed:
Don't leave your job without another one lined up. Use your current job as a platform to job search discreetly.
Treat your job search like a second job, dedicating time and effort to it.
Prioritize self-care and avoid burnout during your job search.
For those unemployed:
Avoid negativity and maintain a positive outlook.
Stay connected with your network and reach out for help.
Engage in activities that make you feel helpful and purposeful.
General advice for everyone:
Develop a clear vision of your dream job and write it down.
Practice honesty and authenticity in your job search interactions.
Pay attention to your energy and connect with others on a personal level.
Create a daily routine and hold yourself accountable for your job search efforts.
Bonus: Lauren recommends a 30-day exercise where you write down 30 dream jobs and analyze them to discover your true passion.

Actionable takeaways:

Don't disappear: Stay connected with your network and let them know you're looking for a job.
Pay it forward: Do things for others to feel helpful and stay connected to your community.
Write down your dream job: Define your ideal career and visualize yourself achieving it.
Be honest and authentic: Connect with others genuinely and avoid lying during your job search.
Create a routine: Hold yourself accountable for your job search efforts and maintain a positive outlook.

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It’s not uncommon to carry some myths into our money conversations that inevitably arise when looking for a new role. Kelli Thompson debunks the myths that hold you back from a successful interview and earning more.

Download Kelli's Salary Negotiation Guide:

https://www.kelliraethompson.com/downloads

Closing the Confidence Gap Book:
https://a.co/d/4IktrFt

Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools:
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Connect with Arthur!
https://www.alphagamma.eu/
https://opportunityfeed.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/agopak/
https://twitter.com/GPacHQ

This episode features Arthur Gopak, CEO and Editor in Chief of Alpha Gamma, a business portal for young professionals. Arthur discusses the trends he sees shaping the job markett, including:

The rise of remote and hybrid work models, and their impact on job opportunities and candidate expectations.
The increasing importance of upskilling and lifelong learning in a rapidly changing job market.
The value of personal branding and networking in getting noticed by potential employers.
Arthur also shares his thoughts on the future of traditional education credentials, the resources available for workers to upskill, and what Alpha Gamma and Opportunity Feed offer to listeners looking to advance their careers.

Key takeaways:

Remote and hybrid work models are becoming increasingly common, offering both benefits and challenges for employers and employees.
Upskilling and lifelong learning are essential for staying competitive in the job market.
Building a strong personal brand and actively networking can help you stand out from the crowd.
Resources like Alpha Gamma and Opportunity Feed can provide valuable support for career development.

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Toward the end of the episode, I give 4-5 examples that YOU can use to talk about teamwork and giving credit to help you stand out far beyond other job applicants.

Teamwork and collaboration make a significant impact on your career. How you interact with and treat others can set you up so others will take you along while their careers grow. Collaborating also impacts the effectiveness of your work and helps you transition into a leader.

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This episode tackles the dreaded "weaknesses" question in job interviews, often seen as tricky and nerve-wracking. But fear not! Host and recruitment expert demystifies it, showing you how to turn it into a strength.

Key points:Mistakes to avoid: Claiming perfection, taking too long to answer, not having weaknesses prepared.

3 winning response styles:
Weakness you're actively improving: 
Shows self-awareness and growth. 
Minor weakness unrelated to the job: 
Highlights honesty without impacting suitability. 
Lighthearted, relatable weakness: 
Breaks tension and showcases personality. 
Remember:  
Display self-realization, self-awareness, humility, and discipline. 
Bonus: Learn the "hidden dangers" of this question and how to navigate them. 
Outcome: Answer the "weaknesses" question confidently and leave a positive impression. 
Stand out as a candidate who learns, grows, and strives for improvement. 
Tune in next time: Discover how to ace the "top three strengths" question with a bonus tip recruiters will love. 

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Claudia Miller is a Career Coach and the host of the podcast "Roadmap To The Executive Suite"

Claudia was named one Business Insiders "Top 23 Most Innovative Career Coaches of 2020". She helps people secure dream jobs, with dream salaries, at their dream companies including fast-growing startups, rockstar midsize companies, Fortune 500, and Tech Giants. https://www.claudiatmiller.com/

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Connect with Lakia!
https://hiremdc.com/
https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakiaelam/

We discuss the top three mistakes Lakia commonly sees while coaching job seekers, how to rise in your current job instead of just switching employers, taking notes during and after job interviews, why some companies have WAY too many interviews, how to get to the next level in your career when feeling stuck, and much more!

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Part Two of the Soft Skills Series - interpersonal skills. It makes a big impact on your job search, interviews, and where your career can go from there.

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This is a job offer killer - companies are becoming less patient and giving you LESS time and grace. Here are ways to avoid it!

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Watch our interview on Youtube! https://youtu.be/xmc_Ybf6mo0

Christina Curtis is the Founder of Curtis Leadership Consulting based in Denver, Colorado. A thought leader on motivation and goal attainment, she regularly contributes to the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Psychology Today. As an accredited Master Coach with International Coaching Federation—a designation held by only 1 percent of business coaches worldwide—Christina’s clients include Fortune 500 executives and leaders.

Connect with Christina:
https://curtisleadership.com/

https://www.instagram.com/christinacurtisofficial/

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At your interview, you will be asked, "what are your reasons for leaving your job?" or some variation of that. Knowing how to answer without looking bad or communicating the wrong message is difficult, and that's what we'll cover in this episode.

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If you apply for jobs and don't get a first interview, this episode is for you.

I share 14 factors that impact whether or not you get a response, what to do to get past them, and get noticed!

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How a listener used The Job Interview Experience and took their career further than he could ever have imagined. You can to. In this episode, I walk through the success James had, and what he did to make the info I share work for him. Plus, a pump-up message.

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Connect with Pete and Zengig!

https://www.linkedin.com/in/petenewsome/
https://zengig.com/https://
www.4cornerresources.com/

Pete Newsome is the president of Four Corner Resources, a staffing firm founded in 2005 and winner of Ford's best recruiting firms in America, the Seminole 100 and the Golden 100.

Pete is nationally recognized as a thought leader in hiring and recruiting with two decades of experience and placing over 15,000 candidates. Pete shares his top five things that you should start doing today as a job seeker, his unique way to stand out from the competition, plus some predictions for the future.

Pete and his team also launched Zengig in 2022. 

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Jay Feng is a former Data Scientist with companies like Monster and Next Door. Today, Jay is the founder of Interview Query.

Connect with Jay!

https://www.interviewquery.com/

https://www.youtube.com/c/DataScienceJay

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Subscribe to The Improve It Podcast and leave Erin a review while you're there!

https://www.learntoimproveit.com/podcast-page
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/improve-it-podcast-professional-development-through/id1508450538

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Be the Unicorn Book: 
https://a.co/d/e2h15zL
 

Be the Unicorn Website: 
https://www.vanderbloemen.com/be-the-unicorn

Vanderbloemen Staffing:
https://www.vanderbloemen.com

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Internal interviews. What the right approach and perspective is, how to position yourself, your advantages and disadvantages as a current employee, and more.

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• Traditional interview answers focusing on yourself (commute, company culture) are ineffective.
• Companies hire to solve problems and achieve outcomes.
• Craft interview answers that showcase your skills and how they benefit the company.
•  Use the job description to understand the company's needs and tailor your answer accordingly.
• Quantify your achievements with past experiences to demonstrate impact.
• Focus on being a solution provider, not just someone filling a job title.
• This approach can be used in cover letters and interview responses, even if the specific question isn't about why you applied.
• If you can't connect your skills to the company's needs, it might not be the best job for you.

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From the Voice Mailbag - The "Interview Arc". The first interview is excellent, but then later interviews go downhill.

In the episode, I walk through the priorities for recruiters for interviews 1 through 3 and what they are focused on. Then, I provide a strategy for YOU to inject energy and information about yourself in each interview to create an exciting experience for the company.

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Two steps to be a solution. Step one is in your cover letter, which gets you noticed. Step two is during your job interview, where you start helping the company before getting hired, and they learn how much they need you.

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Lou Adler is The CEO, and founder of The Adler Group – a consulting and training firm helping companies implement "Win-Win Hiring" programs using his Performance-based Hiring℠ system for finding and hiring exceptional talent.

https://www.louadlergroup.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/louadler/

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Do you realize that common mistakes you make in the workplace - habits many people have, are interview killers? And that once you get a job, the mistakes that are made during interviews can come back to haunt you, or worse?We cover the issues and how to solve them.

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In the first part of this new Soft Skills Series, we're jumping into communication - both verbal and non-verbal. It makes an impact on how people interpret you, your attitude, interest, and more. Learn how to improve your verbal and non-verbal skills to get your career headed in the right direction!

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Chris Fontanella founded Encore Professionals Group is a previous Division Director for Robert Half International and Client Service Director for Resources Global Professionals.

Chris has authored multiple books on careers and is here to help us take control of our job search and careers.

https://chrisfontanella.com/

https://www.amazon.com/stores/Chris-Fontanella/author/B092FLBGZ8?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_6&sr=1-6&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=true

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Steps to take to learn about the company you've applied to, their people, culture, industry, and more. Please an extra strategy to broaden your options!

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Andres Lares is the managing partner at Shapiro Negotiations Institute and co-author of Persuade: The 4-Step Process to Influence People and Decisions

Andres has led the development of SNI’s award-winning interactive negotiation training, mobile applications, and virtual reality-based applications, and in doing so has multiple patents pending.

Andres also lectures at Johns Hopkins University on sports negotiations. He has been featured in Fox Business, MarketWatch, Business Insider and CNBC.

Connect with Andres Below:

https://www.amazon.com/Persuade-4-Step-Process-Influence-Decisions/dp/1119778514

https://www.shapironegotiations.com/who-we-are/andres-lares/

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Darrian Mikell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Qualifi, a SaaS platform that powers the fastest phone interview experience in the world and helps recruiting teams hire great candidates.

Darrian joins us to discuss the future of phone interviews, common mistakes, and how Qualifi is changing the game.

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Teneshia Jackson Warner is the founder and CEO of one of the nation's most successful multicultural marketing and communications firms, EGAMI Group.

Her book, The Big Stretch: 90 Days to Expand Your Dreams, Crush Your Goals, and Create Your Own Success, a soul-searching, life-transforming, 12-week boot camp that reveals how to get from where you are to where you dream to be – in life and in business.

http://www.thebigstretchbook.com/

Teneshia founded The Dream Project Symposium, an annual empowerment conference that helps thousands of entrepreneurs, creatives, and career Dreamers plan and achieve their goals.

She is the recipient of a number of career awards, including the coveted Black Enterprise Rising Star Award, Black Enterprises Forty Under 40, AdColor MVP and, The Network Journals Forty Under 40 Award.

Teneshia has been featured in Entrepreneur magazine, Essence magazine, and Black Enterprise.

Teneshia joins us to discuss finding purpose, being stretched over the last several years, and taking back control over your dreams.

https://www.instagram.com/teneshiajwarner/

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Why most people fall into their careers instead of choosing them intentionally

The four elements of The Career Equation: skills, passion, impact, and environment

How to identify what truly makes you thrive at work

The biggest mistake job seekers make when changing roles

Why reflecting between jobs leads to better long-term success

How companies like Microsoft and Amazon use this model to retain and grow talent

How storytelling and the “Hero’s Journey” can transform your interview answers

A practical way to turn career confusion into clarity and confidence

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A walkthrough of a day in the life of an EXECUTIVE recruiter. This will be boring if you don't care to know what the job is like...

If you're interested to know for your own benefit - you can use this information to help you stand out and impress executive recruiters. This is the follow-up episode to "A Day in The Life of a Recruiter"

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Dr. Kevin Gilliland is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the Executive Director of Innovation360.

Host of the Podcast “Struggle Well Live Well. Worry Less” - Kevin discusses how as humans we deal with anxiety, worry, and our approach of how we as humans deal with what life throws at us.

Author of "Struggle Well Live Well: 60 Ways to Navigate Life’s Good, Bad, and In-Between"

Kevin joins us to help us understand our anxiety around job interviews, the stress of the job search, and how to navigate this life in a healthy, balanced way.

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Connect with Doug!
dougfleener.com

The Day Makes the Year (Makes a Life): Transform your work and life with One-Day Success
https://a.co/d/iaxSiID

Known as the daily performance expert, Doug Fleener is a CEO, business advisor, keynote speaker, and coach. His extensive experience and journey of over 30 years in recovery and business give him a unique perspective with expertise and fast, high ROI results.

He's the author of the book, The Day Makes the Year (Makes a Life): Transform your work and life with One-Day Success. Doug is here to teach us how to live in the present, take responsibility for what takes place in your job search, learn from those setbacks, maintain discipline, and focus on growing three things a day.

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Key Takeaways:

• Why $200K is no longer the finish line (and how inflation, lifestyle, and goals reveal the gap)
• The invisible ceiling most high earners hit—and how to break it
• How to audit your real total compensation before chasing higher offers
• Why promotions at this level come from owning scope, not just working harder
• How switching industries or companies can instantly raise your comp ceiling
• The truth about equity: RSUs vs. options, cliffs, and startup fantasy math
• Visibility = compensation: how to make decision-makers see your value
• High-paying, rare skills that lead to $300K+ comp packages
• Why you should interview every year (even if you're not planning to leave)
• Bonus income streams: consulting, board roles, speaking, and advisory work
• Common traps: silent loyalty, stalled titles, and equity that goes nowhere
• Final message: You don’t get paid what you're worth—you get paid what you position yourself to earn.

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Connect with Jim!

https://www.jimfrawley.com/

Jim Frawley

Consider a switch! It can boost your career and make you a stronger candidate.
Identify transferable skills and focus on value you bring.
Network and showcase how you can solve problems in your target industry.
Recruiters value diverse experience, explain your moves with a focus on gained skills.

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Communicating Important Information Before Your Interview, Relocating, Multiple Offers - Listener Q&A

We answer questions on how to share important information before you even get an interview and how that impacts moving forward and receiving offers.

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Replay for the Live Youtube Q&A. Listener Questions and Answers about being confident without seeming arrogant, second job interviews, jobs that say they are stressful, handling multiple offers & interviews, and more!

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The Job Interview Question, "Tell me about a challenge or conflict you've faced at work and how you dealt with it." breaks interviews. Fail it, and you head toward the bottom of the list. Answer well, and you'll stand out - even from other candidates with better skills.In this episode, I share the mistakes people make when answering this, how to get it right, and five answer examples and templates you can use.

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