Explorez tous les épisodes du podcast Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco
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| 3 LinkedIn Tools to Help You Show Up Higher in Search | 21 May 2023 | 00:19:15 | |
3 LinkedIn Tools to Help You Show Up More in Search LinkedIn and its LinkedIn Recruiter solution are both platforms used by hiring professionals to search for qualified candidates. With the rise of AI and the fact that there are close to 800M users on the platform, the platform has become increasingly algorithm-driven as a way to “whittle down” search. Keywords (in this case Key Skills) are a critical factor in how LinkedIn’s algorithm ranks candidates. In plain speak, this means to increase your visibility, profile optimization is more important than ever and is a bit part of my LinkedIn writing service. In this week’s podcast, I walk through 3 of my favorite tools for helping ensure my client’s profile are search-optimized. Be sure to check out my April 2023 blog post that contains step-by-step screenshots designed to help you use these 3 tools. | |||
| Job Search Takeaways from a Topsy Turvy Career | 07 May 2023 | 00:27:23 | |
With summer around the corner, it felt like a great time to reflect on my career journey and path to accidental entrepreneurship -- and hopefully provide some solace, comfort and inspiration for those struggling with what feels like a non-linear path. In this week’s podcast, I walk through my career job-by-job . . . how I got it, what worked and what didn’t, and strategies for explaining it all during job search. 4 TAKEAWAYS: − Careers can be twisty and turny and that’s OK. − Don’t be afraid to make bold asks. They can say no but might say yes. − It’s OK to take a job that meets a short-term goal. − Strive for roles that work in the moment, recognizing that as your life evolves so might your jobs. | |||
| Interview with Executive Resume Writer, Career & Interview Cathy Lanzalaco | 13 Nov 2022 | 00:35:49 | |
OUR CHAT Cathy and I chatted about obstacles “mature” workers put in their own way (job search success starts in your head!) and those others placed on us (hello age discrimination) during job search. She also shared strategies for identifying a new career target, launching a career change and best practices for resume and LinkedIn writing. ABOUT CATHY Cathy is CEO of Inspire Careers, a full-service career marketing firm based in Buffalo, NY who serves job seekers across the country. Inspire Careers specializes in career launches for new college graduates and career marketing strategies for executives and career-minded professionals. A 3X career changer with 18 years of experience in human resources, Cathy provides insights and strategies that help her clients land jobs and create careers they love in less time than going it alone. LEARN MORE: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/cathylanzalaco | |||
| Interview with Career Coach Erick Cuentas | 06 Nov 2022 | 00:43:43 | |
OUR CHAT We broke down Erick’s 3-step approach to job search that has helped people land meaningful work that aligns with what they love. Erick also shared proven techniques and approaches to outreach, networking and testing the waters to ensure your next career move is in the right direction. ABOUT ERICK As a husband, father and engineer turned career coach, Erick has been helping people find and land jobs for 5+ years. As an expert in job search Dos and Don’ts, his mission is to help parents take ownership of their careers and always be prepared – so they don't have to fear the job hunt – both for their own sakes and that of their family's!" LEARN MORE: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/erick-cuentas | |||
| Interview with Mindful Career Path’s Alicia Ramsdell | 30 Oct 2022 | 00:45:40 | |
OUR CHAT Alicia is on a mission to incorporate mindfulness into job search and career management – and it’s clear she knows her stuff! We discussed:
. . . and much more! ABOUT ALICIA As the Founder & CEO of Mindful Career Path, Alicia collaborates with her clients to help them achieve career fulfillment. She brings to the table over 15-years’ experience in Corporate America, where she mindfully pivoted from roles in Accounting to Career Development. She is a Certified Career Services Provider (CCSP), a Global Career Development Facilitator (GCDF), and holds a certificate in Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction techniques. Alicia brings insight around best practices in career development strategies and how to leverage stress to elevate your life’s work. LEARN MORE: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/aliciaramsdell | |||
| Interview with Entrepreneur, Millennial & Gen Z Career Mentor Matthew Stewart | 19 Jul 2022 | 00:33:41 | |
OUR CHAT Matt and I discussed his favorite roles, how colleges are missing the mark in terms of preparing kids for job search and career success, and how this gap might get closed. He shared his observations on mistakes he sees kids making on the job search front, and shared advice he wish he’d have heard himself when he was first starting out! ABOUT MATT Matt is co-founder and CEO of National Service Group (NSG), which operates College Works Painting, Empire Community Construction, Home Genius Exteriors, and SMJJ Investments. Under his leadership, NSG grew from a small Southern California-based business into an international company. Matt serves on the Board of multiple organizations and is past chairman of Entrepreneur’s Organization, a worldwide-business network. His accolades include the Excellence in Entrepreneurship Award from the Orange County Business Journal, the OC Metro 40 Under 40 and EY Entrepreneur of The Year Awards Finalist. Passionate about mentoring millennials and gen Z, Matt shares entrepreneurial insight with high-profile publications including the Wall Street Journal, Inc., ABC, CBS and more, and as the host of “The Edge of Excellence” Podcast. LEARN MORE: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matthew-stewart-5257314/ | |||
| Interview with Tracy Hooper, the Founder of The Confidence Project | 15 May 2022 | 00:53:27 | |
Our Chat Every day, for over 2 years, we have all wondered and worried about what to say and what to do in the new world of work OR when we are applying for a new job. To help navigate interviews of all kinds -- whether informational, phone screens or final rounds, I invited the woman who wrote the book, The NEW Hello: What to Say and What to Do in The New World of Work. We discussed techniques and skills to boost confidence – from word choice to facial expressions and much more. About Tracy Tracy brings a wealth of experience in broadcast TV news as a reporter and anchor. She also built a successful voice-over business with clients including Disney, Marriott and NFL Films. Recognizing that while part of confidence is genetic, the rest can be learned, developed and strengthened by taking action. She founded The Confidence Project in 2013 to help leaders practice skills to feel confident in any situation, connect with positive impact and access the best of themselves and others. Her Confidence Project clients include Intel, NIKE and Microsoft. Learn More: Website: confidenceproject.com Video Series: confidenceproject.com/blog | |||
| Interview with Professional Speaker and Amazon Recruiter Dan Roth | 08 May 2022 | 00:59:18 | |
OUR CHAT Dan shared his non-traditional approach to his own job search and career change, that led him to go from long-term unemployed to a recruiter at Amazon and catalyst for a virtual job search community that has been seen by MILLIONS. We also covered:
ABOUT DAN With an emphasis on narrowing the gender & racial wealth gap, Women's Empowerment and neurodiversity awareness, Dan is a disruptor looking to make the world a better place for traditionally marginalized communities. His weekly “Job Connection Tuesdays” has put job seekers that span levels, roles and industries in front of over 3 million eyes, and as a recruiter his focus has been on sourcing candidates in tech, cyber security and healthcare. Dan joined Amazon in 2021 as a Technical Recruiter, has been recognized as one of the Top 25 Job Search Experts to Follow on LinkedIn by JobScan and currently ranks #1 on the Meller Marketing Rockstar list for Non-Linkedin Coaches. LEARN MORE: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/danroth4/ | |||
| Interview with Master Storyteller Mark Carpenter | 01 May 2022 | 00:35:10 | |
OUR CHAT We discussed the chemicals released in our brains that make us enjoy and remember stories, and why storytelling is so important whether you are looking to land a new job, sell a product or service, lead teams or influence others. Mark broke down key storytelling elements, and shared techniques on how even those born without the gift can become master storytellers. ABOUT MARK Mark Carpenter is a serial storyteller. Telling stories since childhood, Mark leveraged his ability into a career in marketing communications and public relations and later as a college professor and corporate facilitator. His storytelling became even more purposeful and effective after researching and writing the best-selling book “Master Storytelling: How to Turn Your Experiences Into Stories that Teach, Lead, and Inspire.” Now, as a facilitator, consultant, and speaker, he teaches others what he learned in the process. LEARN MORE: Free e-book: master-storytelling.com/podcastgift Email: mark@master-storytelling.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/company/master-storytelling/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjUZRg9IxkejFioE2mnDr6w | |||
| Interview with Recruiter and Talent Acquisition Leader Tabitha Cavanagh | 24 Apr 2022 | 00:48:09 | |
Our Chat I’m dubbing this our “Recruiter 101” discussion! We chatted about:
. . . and much more. About Tabitha Tabitha Cavanagh (aka Tab the Recruiter) is first and foremost a human that cares about other humans. She’s a cancer survivor turned recruiter turned talent strategist – who cares deeply about building meaningful connections that last. After getting laid off when she was 6 months pregnant and earning her last 4 positions without applying, Tabitha wants to make sure every job seeker can land a fulfilling role. From Healthcare to Tech, Tabitha works to help teams recruit better while putting a strong emphasis on the candidate experience. Today, she wears many hats as a Senior Corporate Recruiter for Syndigo, Founding Member of Talent Champions and the Never Too Young Advisory Co-Chair for the Colorectal Cancer Alliance. Follow Tabitha: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/tabtherecruiter/ | |||
| Interview with Resume Writer for Military-to-Corporate Career Transitions Varshaa “RT” Raturi Thapliyal | 17 Apr 2022 | 00:34:23 | |
Our Chat Topics discussed:
. . . and much more! About Varshaa Varshaa specializes in resume writing for military professionals and their families looking to transition into the corporate world. As a military spouse with a decade of corporate experience spanning Operations, Quality and Client Services, she has seen up close the challenges those leaving the military face during this career transition. She jumped full-time into the world of resume writing after years of witnessing veterans struggle to articulate their experience and accomplishments on paper – and today is passionate about helping them reach the interview stage through powerfully written resumes, LinkedIn profiles and much more. Learn More Email: varshaaresumes@gmail.com | |||
| Interview with Career Strategist & Salary Advisor Sonja Price | 03 Apr 2022 | 00:43:50 | |
OUR CHAT This was a jam-packed interview. Highlights include:
. . . and much more. ABOUT SONJA As the CEO of Dynamo Careers, Sonja brings to the table 15+ years of experience in Career and Leadership consulting with a wide range of industry clients including Amazon, AT&T, Facebook, Google, HBO, Microsoft, Nordstrom, Starbucks and more. She holds a Master’s Degree in Leadership & Organizational Development and is a Certified Career and Executive Coach. Sonja is passionate about empowering professionals to accelerate their career success, become financially free and make a positive impact around the world. LEARN MORE: Website: dynamocareers.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sonjaprice Free Salary Calculator: dynamocareers.com/calculator | |||
| Interview with Career Switch Author Dr. Dawn Graham | 19 Mar 2023 | 00:40:04 | |
ABOUT DAWN: Dawn is an Author, TEDx Speaker and LinkedIn Learning Instructor who talks about Career Moblity, the Talent Marketplace, Reskilling & Rebranding and more. For 6 years, she hosted the live weekly call-in show "Dr. Dawn on Careers" on SIRIUSXM's Business Radio (132) where she interviewed talent experts and company leaders around the world to broadcast the latest market/talent trends and career insights to a live national audience. She is also a regular contributor to Forbes.com’s leadership channel and a Director of Talent Management at KPMG. Her book “Switchers: How Smart Professionals Change Careers and Seize Success” combines her experience as a Career Coach, Licensed Psychologist, and Corporate Recruiter to give career switchers the strategies to break through obstacles and land the job they want. LEARN MORE: Linkedin.com/in/drdawngraham Dr. Dawn on Careers Podcast Switchers: How Smart Professionals Change Careers - and Seize Success | |||
| Interview with Resume Writer, Career Coach + Outplacement Specialist Matt Warzel | 13 Mar 2022 | 00:43:10 | |
OUR CHAT As a fellow resume writer, I loved the chance to “talk shop” and compare our viewpoints on tackling career change resumes, helping people regroup after a stalled job search, and the tools people need to hit the ground running when looking to land. ABOUT MATT Matt is a certified resume writing expert whose experience includes 15+ years in HR, staffing and recruiting across a variety of industries. His company MJW Careers assists companies in transition from downsizes to buyouts and individual job seekers looking to advance their careers. LEARN MORE: Website: mjwcareers.com LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/mjwcareers YouTube: youtube.com/user/mjwcareers Blog: Jobstickers.com | |||
| Interview with Career Coach Michelle Rademacher | 06 Mar 2022 | 00:48:57 | |
OUR CHAT We discussed:
. . . and so much more. ABOUT MICHELLE Michelle is President of RP4C Corporation, a Career Coaching company focused on helping professionals align their careers for greater fulfillment and organizations to improve internal staffing. She’s a two-time career changer – and her career has included pivots from Architect to Executive Recruiter and then to her role today as a Career Coach. This means Michelle has first-hand experience in what it takes to move forward in one’s career, and she’s helped to make real change happen for individuals and organizations alike. LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/michellerademacher/ Website: rp4c.com Email: michelle@rp4c.com | |||
| Interview with STEM Resume Writer Kate Williamson | 27 Feb 2022 | 00:34:46 | |
OUR CHAT We discussed unique job search challenges facing STEM professionals – from those looking to make a big leap from academia to industry – to those looking to make a more minor pivot and who could take their skills into a few different directions. We also discussed challenges facing those underrepresented in STEM – including women and minority populations. ABOUT KATE Kate is a former chemist and product development engineer who today is the owner of Scientech Resumes, a career consulting and marketing firm that works exclusively with science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) professionals worldwide. Her experiences working in the US and the Netherlands gave her a unique appreciation for the challenges of finding a job both in the US and abroad. Today STEM professionals seek her thanks to her industry background, her Master’s degree in applied chemistry, and her technical writing skills, all of which lend themselves well to working and conversing with technical professionals. LEARN MORE: Email: kate@scientechresumes.com Website: scientechresumes.com | |||
| Interview with Career Clarity Coach Dr. Monica Marcelis Fochtman | 13 Feb 2022 | 00:39:54 | |
OUR CHAT Self-care is a billion-dollar industry (projected to reach $13B by 2026!) that, for the most part, specifically targets women. A firm believer that no-one (in particular women) need to go-it-alone when it comes to making changes on the home and career front, in this podcast episode we discussed:
ABOUT MONICA As the Founder of Sheldrake Consulting, Monica wears many hats to help mid-career professionals and industry changers get unstuck and regain their confidence so they can love work again. As a career clarity coach and resume writer, she works one-on-one with clients to help them not just survive but to thrive during big career transitions. Monica provides personalized career and interview coaching, job search strategies, resume and cover letter writing services grounded in leadership development and career advancement. LEARN MORE & CONNECT LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/monicamfochtmanphd/ Website: sheldrakeconsulting.com Email: monica@sheldrakeconsulting.com | |||
| Interview with Greg Roche - Career Transition and Networking Coach for Introverts | 31 Jan 2022 | 00:49:17 | |
Our Chat As a recently laid-off self-described introvert Greg Roche found the idea of cold calling and attending networking events completely UNAPPEALING -- and applying online wasn't working. About Greg As a Career Transition Coach, Greg Roche helps introverts grow their professional networks to find career opportunities. He is the author of the book The Fast and Easy Guide to Networking for Introverts available on Amazon. LEARN MORE LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/gregsroche/ Website: http://gregsroche.com Twitter: https://twitter.com/gregsroche The Fast and Easy Guide to Networking for Introverts: https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B08KMWZF54 | |||
| Resume Writing Strategies for Overcoming 4 Common Career Challenges | 16 Jan 2022 | 00:21:19 | |
As an Executive Resume Writer, I’ve come across several common career challenges that plague job seekers and that require a bit of strategy to address them. In this week’s podcast, I discuss 4 and share the writing techniques I used to help overcome them. CHALLENGE #1: Trying to Make an Industry/Career Change CHALLENGE #2: How to share a career story when you’ve held the same role over the course of many years. CHALLENGE #3: Lackluster Recent Performance CHALLENGE #4: Worried About Appearing Too Old | |||
| Interview with Matt Tooker, Career Counsellor for Senior Executives & President of Next Chapter Career Transitions | 10 Jan 2022 | 00:48:58 | |
OUR CHAT We discussed:
. . . and much more! ABOUT MATT After 20 years in senior manager roles with Fortune 500s GE Capital and HSBC, Matt made a career pivot to become a senior manager with a tech startup. These experiences provided him with a unique perspective on what makes a great hire and the best ways to articulate your value proposition. As the founder of Next Chapter Career Transitions, a career counseling company focused on helping candidates navigate the sometimes confusing and frustrating process of finding their dream job, he leverages his executive hiring experience to help clients create actionable job search plans. CONNECT LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/matthewtooker | |||
| Strategies for Writing a Resume When You’re a Consultant or Juggle Many Clients | 02 Jan 2022 | 00:12:16 | |
As an Executive Resume Writer, I work with many who have worked in Management Consulting, who have owned their own consulting firms or who work in agency-like settings where they are juggle multiple clients. Common Challenges
My Chat I share 3 strategies for overcoming confidentiality agreements, highlighting skills, problem-solving capabilities and results WITHOUT having to list every single project – a move that could make for a very long resume that might lose the reader. | |||
| Interview with Student and New Grad Career Coach Brad Minton | 12 Dec 2021 | 00:56:53 | |
OUR CHAT · Job Search Myth Busting · The Most Effective Methods for Networking & Interviewing · Must-Have Job Search Tools for Students and New Grads · Ideas for Personal Branding on LinkedIn ABOUT BRAD As a Therapist-Turned-Career Coach and Certified Resume Writer, Brad has worked with teens and young adults for 16+ years through roles in mental health, education and higher education career services. He is the Founder of Mint To Be Career, where he provides 1:1 Coaching and Resume Writing for young job seekers. Brad is passionate about helping students, new grads and young adults define their authentic brand and land positions that align with their values and purpose. He is also the co-host of the Your Career GPS Podcast.
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| Interview with Digital Marketing & Technology Recruiter Kelli Hrivnak | 06 Dec 2021 | 00:48:03 | |
OUR CHAT
. . . and much more! As the Founder, Kelli wears many hats including recruiting and executive search and has worked with companies ranging from Fortune 500s to start-ups – where her technology and marketing industry insight ensures she aligns client needs with candidate knowledge. LEARN MORE: | |||
| Interview with Career Consultant and Resume Writer Colleen Paulson | 12 Mar 2023 | 00:39:12 | |
About Colleen Beginning with her career as an engineer, then production manager and pricing analyst for 2 Fortune 50 companies (Procter & Gamble and FedEx), it’s safe to state that Colleen is an expert in career pivots. Colleen launched her writing business in 2006 and has served a wide range of corporate clients including The Motley Fool and Investopedia. She has written and reviewed thousands of resumes during her work as a resume writer and MBA Admissions Consultant for Carnegie Mellon University. Our Chat We discussed the pitfalls and challenges faced by “older workers” – which now spans 3 generations (Baby Boomers, Gen Xers and even older Millennials)! Colleen shared several tips and best practices to help these job seekers maintain their confidence, position themselves optimally for targeted roles and advance in their search. LEARN MORE: LinkedIn Profile | Colleen Paulson Consulting | |||
| Interview with Sales Job Search Expert Claire Davis | 28 Nov 2021 | 00:54:23 | |
OUR CHAT
Today she shows Sales leaders how to steer their career advancement and make more money with custom resumes, LinkedIn profiles and job search strategies that work. Her methods aren’t grounded in theories or books but are battle-tested to help job seekers stand out in extremely competitive arenas.
LEARN MORE: https://www.linkedin.com/in/clairemdavis/ #resume #podcast | |||
| Interview with Career Coach & Job Search Strategist Katelyn Richards | 14 Nov 2021 | 00:34:52 | |
Katelyn is a serial career pivoter, former recruiter turned Career Coach & Strategist with Crafted Careers, and the co-creator of Sweet Spot Careers, an online course designed to help unfulfilled professionals find their career sweet spot and finally land jobs where they can thrive. We define the "hidden job market" and discuss how job seekers should navigate to land meaningful work quickly! ABOUT KATELYN She’s recruited and coached hundreds of professionals for positions in healthcare, finance, human resources, tech, operations, higher education and sales, and conducted thousands of interviews and resume reviews. Today, she helps job seekers navigate significant career transitions by sharing her insider’s knowledge of what companies are looking for in hiring top talent coupled with practical strategies to make it happen. KILLER FREE JOB SEARCH RESOURCES REFERENCED WE DISCUSSED:
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| Interview with Career Transition Coach Gina Riley | 07 Nov 2021 | 00:35:20 | |
Gina Riley is a Human Resources professional who sits at the powerful convergence between Career Coaching, Executive Search and Interview Skills Training. OUR CHAT We dove into the topic of Executive Presence, and how it impacts those targeting career change. ABOUT GINA An authority in career transition, she is the creator of the Career Velocity System™ – a comprehensive solution that helps leaders and executives map out a transition strategy to last throughout their career. Gina brings over 25 years of experience from small businesses to Fortune 50 companies and has a Masters’ degree in Whole Systems Design. As a certified YouMap® coach, Gina uses a customizes her model for each client. Her unique approach helps leaders showcase themselves as a “Business Solution” and position themselves as authoritative problem solvers that accelerate career transition success. LEARN MORE: ginarileyconsulting.com | gina@ginarileyconsulting.com | linkedin.com/in/ginariley/ | |||
| Interview with Executive Resume Writer and Job Search Consultant Erica Reckamp | 17 Oct 2021 | 00:37:15 | |
Erica Reckamp serves as the Executive Writer and Content Strategist for Chicago-based career services firm Job Search Like a Pro. Earlier roles include Head/Senior Writer for Global Outplacement & Career Transitioning firm Challenger, Gray & Christmas, Professional Training & Coaching firm Empowered Possibilities, and EQ-IQ Coaching. Erica is a fellow member of the National Resume Writers Association (NRWA) and Career Thought Leaders (CTL). LEARN MORE: | |||
| Interview with LinkedIn Branding Pro Liam Darmody | 12 Oct 2021 | 00:47:04 | |
Liam Darmody is a well-rounded operations executive with years of experience building and scaling marketing, sales, customer and people operations at technology companies. LEARN MORE: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iamliamd/ https://linktr.ee/liamdarmody | |||
| Interview with Workplace Futurist Marti Konstant | 26 Sep 2021 | 00:44:40 | |
Marti is a workplace futurist and the best-selling author of “Activate Your Agile Career.” She has an MBA from the University of Chicago Booth School of Business and is a former technology executive who has worked in Silicon Valley. As a Top Career Influencer, she has been featured in several media outlets including NBC Chicago, Forbes and The Muse, and worked in companies like Samsung, Dow Jones and Apple. Marti is an expert in applying agile principles to workforce development. LEARN MORE: Activate Your Agile Career | |||
| Interview with Interview Coach, Hypnotherapist and Published Author Chris Delaney | 12 Sep 2021 | 00:46:07 | |
As a dyslexic with a terrible lisp when in high school, Chris speaks from experience when it comes to overcoming personal barriers. Today, as the Founder of Employment King, a certified NLP Life Coach, Hypnotherapist and Careers Advisor – he brings to the table 15 years of experience supporting people to achieve their life and career goals. Chris believes that passion and luck create success. In his new book, What is Your Interview Identity, Chris has developed an interview prediction grid model to help job seekers succeed in interviews. LEARN MORE: What is Your Interview Identity | |||
| Interview with Executive Recruiter and Guerilla Job Search Coach David Perry | 05 Sep 2021 | 00:54:47 | |
As Managing Partner of Perry-Martel David works with business owners in the high-tech, construction and real-estate development fields. The Wall Street Journal nicknamed him the “Rogue Recruiter” in a cover exposé describing North America's most sought-after independent executive recruiters. His approach to executive headhunting has been documented in two best-selling books, "Hiring Greatness: How to Recruit Your Dream Team and Crush the Competition” and "Executive Recruiting for Dummies.” He’s been featured in Forbes, Fortune and The Huffington Post.
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| Interview with Mindset Coach Michele Saunders | 29 Aug 2021 | 00:42:19 | |
Michele helps women after a career break find their confidence, purpose, and discover their passion to create their next chapter. After spending 10 years in corporate training and development facilitating employee growth, communication and management skills – and taking several years away from her career to spend time raising her children – Michele returned to work and pursued a career in coaching. Her practice Thrive365 helps women find their own power and self-belief – and explores how mindset can help overcome obstacles. Michelle holds a Master’s in Social Work from NYU and a coaching certification from The Institute for Professional Excellence in Coaching (iPEC). LEARN MORE: linkedin.com/in/michele-saunders
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| Interview with Leadership Development Coach Susanna Katsman | 22 Aug 2021 | 00:44:23 | |
Susanna Katsman is passionate about supporting the development of emerging leaders, by guiding her clients to identify goals and achieve meaningful and sustainable changes in both mindset and behavior. She holds an Ed.M. in Human Development & Psychology from the Harvard Graduate School of Education, is trained in Immunity to Change Facilitation and is Certified as a Talent Optimization Consultant by Predictive Index. In addition to her private practice, she supports clients through Minds at Work and MetaView, and teaches “Essential Management Skills for Emerging Leaders” at the Harvard Division of Continuing Education Professional Development Program
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| Interview with Career Coach & Resiliency Expert David Lee | 12 Feb 2023 | 00:47:51 | |
David is a career coach and has been involved in the resilience field for over 30 years. A 3X career changer himself, he is the Founder of Soul Satisfying work. His diverse background includes work in the addictions field as a counselor, and he is passionate about physical fitness, healthy nutrition and the application of wisdom traditions and mindfulness practices in today’s complex world. He has presented at conferences and association meetings throughout North America and Australia and is the author of 100+ articles and book chapters on individual and organizational performance.
We discussed the importance of not going it alone, techniques to shift mindset, and how changes to our physical state can impact our mental state, strengthen our resilience and improve job search ROI! LEARN MORE: 5 Rs for Resiliency – first podcast with David and Virginia | |||
| Interview with Evil HR Lady Suzanne Lucas | 15 Aug 2021 | 00:44:37 | |
Suzanne Lucas spent 10 years in corporate HR, where she hired, fired, managed the numbers, and double-checked with the lawyers. She left that world to focus on helping other people and companies be the best she can be. Suzanne is recognized as one of the top influencers in Human Resources. You can find her writings and advice all over the internet with her archives at Evil HR Lady. She also coaches job seekers on creating great resumes and getting their careers on track. LEARN MORE: Website: http://www.evilhrlady.org/ LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/suzannemlucas
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| Interview with Nicole Tschierske - Career Coach for Women in STEM | 21 May 2021 | 00:33:54 | |
Nicole holds a Ph.D. in chemistry and several certifications in coaching and Positive Psychology. She uses this knowledge, together with her analytical skills, to help her clients create strategic plans that are easy to put into action. Nicole helps women in science and tech become recognized go-to experts in their company. For those looking to progress without burn out, Nicole helps to develop professional and leadership skills to gain the respect of colleagues and senior leadership, enjoy the work and feel proud of it, and to confidently unlock new opportunities to make a bigger impact. LEARN MORE: | |||
| A Non Techie Take on ATS and Resume Writing | 09 May 2021 | 00:12:36 | |
There are few things more confusing for job seekers than the role that Applicant Tracking System (ATS) software plays in the screening process, and how exactly ATS reads resumes that get submitted. To make it even more confusing, as technology continues to evolve, so too do ATS systems. In this episode, Virginia shares an overview of what ATS was designed to do, how it worked then and now, and what it all means for job seekers today. | |||
| Interview with Career Coach, HR Pro & Consultant Ricklyn Woods | 23 Apr 2021 | 00:43:33 | |
Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco – Interview with Career Coach, HR Pro & Consultant Ricklyn Woods Ricklyn is a resume writer, career coach, and 4X certified HR Professional with over 15 years’ experience in Human Resources. She helps job seekers discover their strengths and attract opportunities that align with their values and natural talents by helping them see their significance and articulate their awesomeness. Her extensive HR background allows her to pull back the curtain on the recruiting process and give her clients a huge competitive advantage. She shares career advice and resume writing tips on LinkedIn, Blavity.com and CareerToolbelt.com. LEARN MORE: | |||
| Interview with Brie Weiler Reynolds - Career Development Manager at FlexJobs | 16 Apr 2021 | 00:36:56 | |
Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco – Interview with FlexJobs Career Development Manager Brie Weiler Reynolds Brie Weiler Reynolds is the Career Development Manager and a career coach at FlexJobs, the leading site for remote work and flexible jobs. She and the FlexJobs Career Coaching Team help empower people to find jobs that fit their lives by providing practical information, resources, and insights into remote jobs and the future of work. Brie holds a master’s degree in human resources, is a certified resume writer, has 15 years of experience advising job seekers and employers. She has shared her insights with Good Morning America, NPR's All Things Considered, and more.
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| Interview with Build Brand New Author Vince Thompson | 28 Feb 2021 | 00:53:48 | |
Vince Thompson is the founder, chairman and CEO of MELT, a U.S. sports marketing and branding agency, and author of Build Brand You. An award-winning brand builder and sports marketer, he has worked on brand strategies for well-known brands including Coca-Cola Company and Aflac. Vince was named one of Atlanta Business Chronicle’s “Most Admired CEOs,” among the “500 Most Influential Atlantans” by Atlanta Magazine, the American Diabetes Association’s “Father of the Year,” one of Sports Business Journal’s “Power Players,” and by BizBash as one of the top 1,000 people in the event industry.
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| Help! My Resumes Makes Me Look Old! | 25 Feb 2021 | 00:28:07 | |
How to make your resume timeless -- so no one knows if you are 35 or 85.
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| The 6 Rs of Job Search Resilience - Interview with Career & Workplace Relationship Coach David Lee | 25 Feb 2021 | 00:56:42 | |
Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco – Interview with Career & Workplace Relationship Coach David Lee David is a career coach and workplace consultant who has been involved in the resilience field for over 30 years. A 3X career changer himself, he provides Career Counseling and Outplacement services though Heart at Work Associates to people involved in job search who care deeply about finding meaningful work. His diverse background includes work in the addictions field as a counselor, and he is passionate about physical fitness, healthy nutrition and the application of wisdom traditions and mindfulness practices in today’s complex world. He has presented at conferences and association meetings throughout North America and Australia and is the author of 100+ articles and book chapters on individual and organizational performance.
LEARN MORE: David@HeartAtWorkAssociates.com | |||
| Interview with Former Recruiter & Job Search Expert Diana YK Chan | 25 Feb 2021 | 00:44:04 | |
Diana is a Career Coach, Speaker and Trainer who empowers ambitious professionals to own their greatness with confidence, and to shine and differentiate.
Since launching My Marketability in 2011, she’s helped clients around the globe, from new grads to C-suite executives to change careers, land job offers and receive huge salary increases.
Today JobScan recognizes her as a “Top 10 Job Search Experts to Follow on LinkedIn.”
Her work at Google, Ivey Business School and Accenture mean she has reviewed thousands of resumes, conducted hundreds of interviews and knows what it takes to brand yourself as a sought-after professional.
LEARN MORE:
Website: www.mymarketability.com LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/dianachan YouTube: www.youtube.com/c/DianaYKChan | |||
| Interview with Jack Kelly Founder & CEO of Wecruiter.io | 31 Jan 2021 | 00:57:29 | |
Resume Storyteller with WeCruitr Founder Jack Kelly Jack Kelly an executive recruiter at one of the oldest and largest global search firms. He has personally placed 1000s of professionals with top-tier companies over the past few decade. Passionate about advocating for job seekers, at the start of the COVID-19 epidemic he founded WeCruitr to help people in need and make the job search more humane and enjoyable. Today, Jack shares his insider interviewing tips and career advancement secrets as a Senior Contributor for Forbes, and covers timely topics related to corporations, high-profile people, Wall Street, politics and more through his newsletter.
LEARN MORE: Wecruitr.io | |||
| Interview with Sr. Technical Recruiter Nicole Reyes | 05 Feb 2023 | 01:03:12 | |
OUR CHAT Nicole pulled back the curtain to discuss her process for finding and vetting candidates. We discussed how she uses Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) plays, online and niche job boards, what she looks, red flags and much more. She also shared insights on navigating ghosting and staying top of mind. ABOUT NICOLE Nicole Reyes has spent more than 20 years in the Department of Energy industry as a technical recruiter – where she recruits engineers and scientists with active security clearances. Her experience also includes recruiting for Department of Defense contracts. Passionate about recruiting – she considers it a calling – Nicole regularly shares insights on the complexities of job search, interviewing and recruiters on LinkedIn. LEARN MORE: LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/nsreyestechrecruiter | |||
| Interview with Career Coach Teegan Bartos | 24 Jan 2021 | 00:45:43 | |
Teegan Bartos is a certified career management coach and resume writer. She’s helped ambitious professionals level up in their careers for the past decade working for Department of Labor agencies and as the founder of Jolt Your Career. After having worked with clients as Cook County’s Reduction in Force Case Manager, a Career Coach for Job Corps, and in her personal practice, her goal remains the same: to give clients the tools they need for professional success, financial stability, and personal fulfillment. LEARN MORE: Linkedin.com/in/TeeganBartos | Jolt Your Career | |||
| Interview with Adam Broda - Technology Leader & Career Coach | 24 Jan 2021 | 00:32:50 | |
Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco – Interview with Technology Leader and Career Coach Adam Broda Adam is an innovative technology leader and career coach on a mission to make the world a better place by elevating the professionals and businesses that shape it every day. By day, he is a Senior Technology Manager at Amazon. By night, Adam runs Broda Coaching – where he helps people transition and advance their tech careers. LEARN MORE: LinkedIn Profile | Broda Coaching | |||
| Interview with Tom Powner - Resume Storyteller with Tom Powner – Creator of NCOPE Certification, LinkedIn Strategist, Resume Writer, Job Search & Interview Coach | 18 Jan 2021 | 00:37:34 | |
In 2011 Tom Powner resigned from a 25-year career in business development, operations and sales leadership to create Career Thinker Inc. Flash forward to today and, in addition to recruiting, he and his team help hundreds of job seekers across all levels and in multiple industries. He has shared his job search expertise live and virtually at community organizations, libraries, colleges, alumni groups, corporate events and career organizations. As a long-time Board Member of The National Resume Writer’s Association, Tom created NCOPE, (Nationally Certified Online Professional Expert), a certification which helps career practitioners and many others to understand how best to leverage LinkedIn’s search functionality, how its algorithm impacts search and to understand how LinkedIn is seen using recruiting software. LEARN MORE: Linkedin.com/in/tompowner/ | careerthinker.com | |||
| Ask Me Anything -- Common Resume Questions from 2020 Answered | 10 Jan 2021 | 00:34:22 | |
Resume Storyteller with Virginia Franco – Ask Me Anything (aka your questions answered) This episode focuses on answering questions about resume writing that plague job seekers! Topics discussed: 1) Resume Length – 1 or 2 pages or more? How to fit 15/20/30+ years of experience into your resume? 2) Applicant Tracking Software (ATS) Systems – What are they? How do they work? What do I have to do to make sure they can read my resume? Can I beat them? 3) Resume Customization – What is it? Is it necessary? How to go about it? | |||