How do I get a job... Suzy? – Détails, épisodes et analyse

This time we are going to be getting the best advice on how to approach a job offer. We hope that all our listeners get to this point eventually and we think it’s really important that you approach this as another step in getting the right job for you. 

 We end season one with a discussion about how we sail smoothly into our new role and some of the steps that will help you hit the ground running. Email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy

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https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Search your new role’s potential salary with these tools:
https://uk.linkedin.com/salary/
https://www.glassdoor.co.uk/Salaries/index.htm

If you are preparing for an assessment centre this episode is packed with hints and tips on how to approach these events. And who better to help us than Ben Williams, whose company, Sten 10 (www.sten10.com), design assessment centres for some of the biggest employers. There are tons of tips and heaps of hints on what you can expect, how to make a good impression on the day and how you can avoid going psycho in the psychometric tests. 

Email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy

Join our facebook hub and ask us a question there: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching:
https://suzydale.co.uk/ 

Useful links to assessment practice and preparation sites:
www.jobtestprep.co.uk
www.assessmentday.co.uk
www.graduatesfirst.com
www.careergym.com

We talk to Will Woodman, a HR expert who has interviewed over 1,000 candidates about what we can do before, during and after the big day. Remember, if you make it to the interview, you have already made an impression, so now it’s time to do your homework, shine those shoes and win that work! Suzy introduces Matt to the STAR method and we learn about the questions you should be preparing for before you step into the room.

Email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy

Join our facebook hub and ask us a question there: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching:
http://www.suzydale.co.uk

Treat yourself with the same kindness as your best friend. Matt and Suzy meet Debra Clark, a mental health first aider to discuss how she coped with the difficulties of losing her job. We find out what a mental health first aider does, discuss how to manage your negative thoughts, give tips about health and wellbeing and most importantly, the steps you can take to do a little each day to plan your way back into work and in a happier place.

Email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy

Join our facebook hub and ask us a question there: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching 
http://www.suzydale.co.uk

'People don't care how much you know until they know how much you care.' We welcome to the show best selling author and 'The Change Man' Simon Phillips whose book 'The Complete Guide to Professional Networking' will change your attitude to how to build a network that can help further your career. 70 per cent of jobs are never advertised, so its really important that you consider networking and the 'hidden job market' in your search and Suzy and Simon will take us through the best way to be and the pros and cons of each type of place to search. Email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy

Join our facebook hub and ask us a question there: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast:
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching
http://www.suzydale.co.uk

Simon Phillips is a best selling author of 'The Complete Guide to Professional Networking' Find his books on Amazon
https://www.amazon.co.uk/Simon-Phillips/e/B00BGGDKZE/ref=sr_tc_2_0?qid=1531643682&sr=1-2-ent

Subscribe to Simon's youtube channel for great presentations on networking
https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCT2mLDVrCmQciHWmSwz4mxg?view_as=subscriber

And search his site for more great tips on networking and change
https://simonphillipstcm.com

We will make your LinkedIn sing, your twitter prettier and your Facebook an ace book! It’s time to sharpen up your personal brand with the help of career coach Suzy Dale. We discuss how to shape your social channels to help you find your next job. As usual, email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy

Join our facebook hub and ask us a question there: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching 
http://www.suzydale.co.uk

It's time to cover the covering letter and this podcast has it covered. Whether it's speculative or related to a job, Matt asks Suzy to explain the bread in the application sandwich. Email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy

Join our facebook hub and ask us a question there: https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching:
http://www.suzydale.co.uk

Career coach Suzy takes Matt through the first big task of writing a CV. They look at career progression CVs and Career change CVs as well as all the do's and don'ts of CV and application form writing. Contact the show. Email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy or join our facebook hub https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy 

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching:
http://www.suzydale.co.uk

Career coach Suzy takes Matt through the first steps to finding the right job. We look at five key areas to explore when considering your next career move: Values, Motivators, Interests, Skills and Opportunities. The better we know ourselves, the better we can match our skills to potential jobs. Email us hello@suzydale.co.uk follow us on twitter @howsuzy or join our facebook hub https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy 

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching
https://www.suzydale.co.uk/

Terms and sites mentioned this week:
HRBP – HR business partner (a role Suzy mentioned)
ONS – Office for National Statistics (has trends on employment) https://www.ons.gov.uk/employmentandlabourmarket
Careers in HR can be researched at www.cipd.org.uk

Find and research jobs at: https://nationalcareers.service.gov.uk/

To bridge skill gaps
There is a multitude of educational opportunities, most of which are completely free, including:
  www.openculture.com/freeonlinecourses which lists 1,500 free online education courses www.open.edu/openlearn/about-openlearn try over 1,000 free courses from the Open University
www.coursera.org a powerful tool for free online education, and includes courses from universities, museums and trusts
www.udemy.com a similar concept to Coursera which additionally allows users to build custom courses from lessons and mixes paid and free content options

Suzy Dale is a career coach who has helped 500 people into the next step in their career. Matthew Hutton is number 501 when she helped him get a great new job. Join 'The Phil and Kirstie of job hunting' every week for tips, advice and hacks to make finding your next role easier. If you have been made redundant, don't know what to do, Matt and Suzy will help. It's your show! Write to us for advice about your situation and tell us how we can help kick-start your next career move.

Email us on hello@suzy.dale.co.uk
Follow us on twitter @howsuzy
Join our facebook group https://www.facebook.com/groups/howdoigetajobsuzy
Join our LinkedIn group https://www.linkedin.com/groups/8973104/

Buy the book that accompanies the podcast
https://www.amazon.co.uk/HOW-GET-JOB-Updated-COVID-19/dp/B08JF5HVT6/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1601361439&sr=8-1

Career coaching:
https://suzydale.co.uk/

The UK benefits calculator mentioned in the show is available here https://www.gov.uk/benefits-calculators