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The inside scoop on assessment centres - including cringey ice breakers!28 Aug 202400:40:11

You’ve applied for a job, and you’ve landed an interview - BUT you’ve found out you won’t be the only candidate in the room, you're headed to an assessment centre! Employers use these a lot to save time OR when they're hiring in bulk, especially for grad programs.

Having planned and facilitated dozens of assessment centres, in this week's episode, Sarah gives you the inside scoop on what you kind of tasks you can expect to complete.

We discuss what an employer is looking for and share some helpful tips to do yourself justice in the group environment.

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Sophie who bought us 2 coffees!

"ā€œDear Emma & Sarah, thank you so much for putting this podcast out into the world! I’ve been unhappy in my job for quite a while but was able to keep my role and move down to Melbourne from Brisbane 4 months ago which was great for job security, but I was still ready for a change. After going on a job applying rampage, the rejection emails started flowing in and it was a humbling experience to say the least as all my previous roles I’d gotten in Brisbane were through making connections and my network. But now being in Melbourne I felt like a small fish in a much bigger pond with no way to get my foot in the door. I finally got a video screening call which went well and then only had a few days to prepare before an in-person interview. I was very nervous leading up to it as I hadn’t been for an interview in 2 years and felt very out of practice. Luckily, I went to a wine bar with a friend who recommended your podcast. I binge-listened to your interview episodes which helped me so much with my prep and helped me focus on my best bits. I walked out of the first interview feeling like I nailed it and got the call the next day to say that I’d progressed to the second and final interview. Here we go again. After listening to you ladies some more (and even having you in my ears right up until I walked in the door), I also felt confident coming out of the second interview and am so happy to share that I got the role. It’s a pay increase and at a company that I think will really align with my values. I start next month. Thank you so much and keep putting out this fantastic, practical and helpful content.ā€

šŸŽ§ Mentioned in this episode: Standing out from the crowd in a group interview

šŸ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

ā˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coachingĀ 

šŸ’ŒĀ  Follow us on Instagram

šŸ’»Ā  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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Why showing TOO much enthusiasm in an interview can be a BAD thing!21 Aug 202400:27:52

We always tell people starting out in their careers 'what you lack in experience you can make up for with enthusiasm,' BUT this golden rule does have caveats!

This week's episode is dedicated to listener Kirby, who was told he came off 'too excited' in the interview after finding out he was unsuccessful.

We unpack why extreme enthusiasm could make a prospective employer potentially concerned that you aren't forming a realistic view of the job.

Disclaimer: This feedback should be taken with a grain of salt. You should never change your entire approach based on one piece of feedback and we certainly don't want anyone intentionally dulling their sparkle!

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Rachel who bought us 3 coffees!

"I just had to share this story with you because I could not have gotten through this wild second round interview without your advice. I had prepared stories that I could mould to any question. I accepted the water. I accepted the coffee (I had drinks double parked like I was Friday night clubbing). I was clenching those butt cheeks like a pro. I’d stalked everyone on that interview panel like a serial killer. If the cleaner had got in the lift with me, I’d have smiled, asked how her kids were and known their names. My outfit was smart, but not desperate. I arrived 10mins early but no earlier. I greeted the security guard like a long lost pal. I had my notebook. My questions were prepped and on point. I was ready. The interview was in two parts – the first with my manager and a team member – which included a test case scenario. I did the deep breathing. I took my time. I smashed it. They were smiling and nodding and talking in the positive give-aways ā€œYOU would be reporting to….ā€. I was feeling good. The second part of the interview was with HR who wanted to see if I was a ā€œgood fitā€. I had no idea if she was going to come in with a tape measure and a snap on plastic glove - I never got to that podcast. But I’d researched the company values – I knew them. I’d made up an acronym to remember them (CRAPPER – Customer focused, Responsibility, Achievement, Perseverance, Preparation, Enthusiasm, Reward). What I wasn’t prepared for was to be asked for a ā€œtell me a time whenā€¦ā€ for EVERY SINGLE VALUE. Well, I ran out of stories. I think Agatha Christie would have struggled with this one. I swear if she’d have asked me anymore "tell me a time when" scenarios, Goldilocks and the three bears would have rocked up somewhere in my career history to demonstrate how enthusiastic I am about porridge. 45 MINUTES this went on, whilst she furiously scribbled down page after page of notes. I was starting to wilt. I lost my thread but thanks to your advice, I stopped, asked her to repeat the question and got right back on point. When it was finally over, I felt like I’d been through a blender. I left there bewildered - having no idea at all how it went. I’ve listened to the ā€œListen to this right after your interviewā€ podcast and I know I can’t do anymore than I’ve done. Feedback? Apparently, they loved me. Me? I'm wondering if I can sell my soul to this cult and if they offer me the job whether I’ll need to have CRAPPER tattoo’d on my tightly clenched butt cheek. I am still pressing forward, applying for jobs, not waiting for a response on this one. Its all great practice, I'm learning a skill, and the better I get, I know in the end something will come up. Thank you both for helping me through what has been a really stressful time, you guys are the best."

šŸŽ§ Mentioned in this episode - the mindset activity at the end of this ep

šŸ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

ā˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coachingĀ 

šŸ’ŒĀ  Follow us on Instagram

šŸ’»Ā  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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Scam Alert! Do not get tricked by a job scam19 Jun 202400:30:58

Employment and recruitment scams were one of the top 10 scam categories in 2023 (according to the ACCC) which means people like you are being taken advantage of when they are looking for a new job.

I know what you're thinking - you're way too savvy to fall for a scam...

THINK AGAIN! These scammers are clever and they know how to take advantage of your emotions.

In this week's episode Sarah and Emma talk about the different kinds of job scams out there, and how you can keep yourself safe. We even give you a new motto for avoiding scams online courtesy of our very own Assistant Treasurer.. "Don't click on the bloody blue link"

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Mark who sent us a message saying ā€œJust had an interview and had this up there to remind me to clench!ā€ and attached a photo that showed a post it note above his screen saying ā€œCYBCā€ for ā€˜clench your butt cheeks’. Mark, you’re a legend.

šŸ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

ā˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coachingĀ 

šŸ’ŒĀ  Follow us on Instagram

šŸ’»Ā  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

051: Beware of these red flags before you accept a job07 Feb 202200:21:33

Job hunting is a little bit like dating… it’s JUST as much about you finding the right fit as it is for them! And just like dating, throughout the recruitment process you get an insight into what the relationship could be like long term.

In this week’s episode, Emma and Sarah talk through 16 red flags to keep an eye out for that could mean the job isn’t right for you. Listen to this before your next interview to help flip your mindset from desperate to impress, to confident and high value!


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Abigail! She did a 1:1 coaching session with Sarah and landed an HR director role with a 30k pay rise! She said the feedback Sarah gave on her resume was so helpful in landing the new role. Congratulations Abigail!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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050: Applicant Tracking System (ATS) Myths31 Jan 202200:26:51

What do the New York Times, Forbes and Fast Company have in common? They’re guilty of perpetuating the total MYTH that there are ā€˜robots’ out there that you need to beat in order to get your resume seen by a human.

This week Sarah talks to Martin Herbst - CEO of JobAdder, a global recruitment platform. We talk all things recruitment systems, and share what JobAdder DOES do in the recruitment process to recruit smarter and simpler.


šŸ Learn more about JobAdder here and Martin here


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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049: Resume update CHALLENGE24 Jan 202200:18:43

If you’ve decided you’re going to be applying for jobs in 2022, you’re going to have to update your resume. It sucks, and it’s the kind of task that tends to sit on your to-do list NOT getting done.

In this week’s episode Sarah and Emma have broken down the resume update process into 5 easy steps, so that by doing on step each day you can have a fully up to date amazing resume ready to go in a week. Don’t put it off any more, let us help you get started!


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Sydney. She said she found the pod at the perfect time in her life. She’s a recent law graduate and was panicking about finding a grad position. She said thanks to our tips on having a solid career story and our power move tutorial, she was able to land her ideal role working in the family court. She was interviewing with the family court, but was offered another job - so used our power move straight away to get the process moving along and she got the second offer that afternoon. What a good student! Congratulations Sydney!


šŸ“’ Get our free resume update challenge checklist AND daily emails to help you cross it off your list www.interviewboss.com.au/resources


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

048: Finding and creating your 'X Factor'17 Jan 202200:27:27

To stand out in our career we want to be referrable, promotable and stand-out high performers. A lot of employers would call that having an ā€˜X factor’. But what is an ā€˜X factor’ - and how do you find and create yours?

In this week’s episode Sarah and Emma welcome back Sean Hall - CEO and Founder of EnergX. We talk about:

  • the four skills Sean thinks you should work on to be a standout candidate
  • Sean’s ā€˜three hustles’ model for fulfilling your purpose inside and outside your job
  • How to start the process of working out what you’re passionate about as a starting point to create your X factor


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Marina who was in her public service role for 16 years and feeling really burnt out. She booked an interview coaching session with Sarah to help her prepare for a complete career change - helping people design and renovate their dream homes. Marina said the interview went really well and she was offered the job! Congratulations Marina, we hope you LOVE your new career

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šŸ’ā€ā™‚ļø Follow Sean on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanhall-competitive-advantage-productivity-burnout-creativity-energy-mental-health-wellbeing/?originalSubdomain=au


šŸ”„ Check out Ene​​rgX where you can read more about finding your X factor and take the quiz to test your energy https://www.energx.com.au/


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

047: Taking advantage of the Great Resignation10 Jan 202200:20:26

You’ve seen the articles, you’ve heard the headlines - there’s a culture shift afoot we’re calling the ā€˜Great Resignation’. But what is it, and more importantly - how can you take advantage of it during your job search?

In this week’s episode Sarah and Emma go through the ways you can take advantage of this shif in priorities whether you’d like to stay in your current company, or if you’re looking to jump ship. It’s a high energy episode to kick off the year, and will give you a great confidence boost that 2022 is where YOU have the power.


Featuring a short rant from Sarah about making sure you use your sick leave…


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Clare who was SO nervous about an upcoming interview, but loved reframing by focusing on how an interview was also about her finding somewhere she was really excited about. She landed an offer the SAME DAY as her interview. Congrats Clare!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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046: Burnt out and about to quit? Listen to this first!24 Nov 202100:34:23

When Sean was Head of Brand Strategy for an $8bn company, he found himself in the accessories section of a department store in the city with NO IDEA how he got there. This was Sean’s first encounter with burnout, and what started him on the journey to found EnergX.

In this week’s episode Emma and Sarah talk to Sean about how to tell if you’re headed for burnout (or already there) and what you can do about it. We cover lots of practical strategies for making yourself burnout proof, and give some warnings if you’re currently on the brink of joining the Great Resignation.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Prerna is currently looking to make a career change and she reached out to say she is loving the podcast and thinks we’re a hoot!


šŸ’ā€ā™‚ļø Follow Sean on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/seanhall-competitive-advantage-productivity-burnout-creativity-energy-mental-health-wellbeing/?originalSubdomain=au


šŸ”„ Check out Ene​​rgX where you can read more about energy vampires and take the quiz to test your energy https://www.energx.com.au/


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

045: The expert guide to building your personal brand15 Nov 202100:27:14

If you don’t own and curate your personal brand, you’ll leave space for other people to fill in the gaps and make up their own assumptions about you - says PR agency founder Amanda Williams.

In this week’s episode Emma and Sarah talk to Amanda Williams, personal branding expert, founder and director of Yellowpanda Agency. We talk about why Australians particularly struggle with personal branding, where you should start when trying to revamp your LinkedIn profile, and get some advice for our listeners looking to grow their career in PR and Communications.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Jodie had been in her current job for 6 years so it had been a while between interviews. She said our episodes helped her feel so much more confident in her recent interview and she GOT THE JOB! She also said she’s going to share the page and podcast with her friends - so thank you Jodie and congratulations!


šŸ‘© Find Amanda here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/amandawilliamsau/


🐼 Check out Yellow Panda here: https://www.yellowpanda.com.au/


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

044: TikTok for Resumes? Landing a job with a video08 Nov 202100:18:03

This week Sarah chats to a special guest Andrew Dewez, Co-Founder of what has been called ā€˜TikTok’ for resumes’ - Zapid Hire. He’s here to talk to us about video cvs, and how they can allow people to be hired purely based on their personality and passion and leave the paper behind.

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - shoutout to Scout who messaged us from the US to request an episode about thank you notes after an interview. Great idea Scout, keep an eye out in the coming weeks!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

043: Career Story - Chloe's apprenticeship at 2501 Nov 202100:21:21

In our Career Stories, we interview people from all walks of life about how they ended up where they are today and what the road was like to get there.

In this episode we meet Chloe - a 25 year old who has just started her dream apprenticeship in painting. We talk through how Chloe made her way through a few different career paths, not quite sure what she wanted to do. We talk about all being a woman in a male dominated career, and what it’s like taking on an apprenticeship a bit later in life.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - shoutout to Lilly. She said this podcast was a huge source of comfort during a really rigorous recruitment process. She loved our storytelling episode, which helped her take her interviews to the next level, and she's just accepted a job offer! Congratulations Lilly!


šŸ› ļø For more information about apprenticeships and traineeships in Australia, get in touch with MEGT https://www.megt.com.au/


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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042: The youth unemployment crisis25 Oct 202100:30:09

Young people have been disproportionately affected by unemployment across the globe due to the pandemic. This week we chat to Karen Graham from Talent RISE, a charity committed to changing the lives of young people who have experienced barriers to employment.

We talk about the challenges young people face when starting out their careers, why talent short STEM & Tech industries represent huge opportunities, and importantly what employers can do to address this unemployment crisis.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - shoutout to Heidi who found our podcast just in the nick of time, and listened to our ā€˜The best way to prepare for an interview’ episode on the way home. She got a call back 4 HOURS after the interview inviting her for a second one with the business owners. AND since recording we’re happy to announce that she got the job!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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Interview prep and time management: what to prioritise!12 Jun 202400:22:29

Interview preparation can be so overwhelming, particularly if you're in a time crunch!

That's why we want to make sure you're spending the right amount of time on each step of the process. Because it's easy to accidently fall down a rabbit hole researching your interviewer, only to realise hours have passed and you haven't even got anything of substance to talk about in the interview yet!

In this week's episode, Sarah and Emma discuss what parts of preparation require hours of your time, and what can be done in minutes, if necessary, in a pinch.

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Rebekah who bought us 5 coffees!

"Hi Sarah & Em, you are both absolutely amazing! I have listened to almost every episode over the last 6 months since a friend recommended your podcast (she’s another Sarah) and you have helped me smash every interview since. I decided to leave my role as I had outgrown it, and had been struggling to land a new job in NZ, continually coming runner up for roles. It felt like a lot of work and time doing interviews to keep coming second place. My partner and I then came to the decision to move to Perth, and this made getting a new role even harder as I was applying while still in NZ. With all your tips and tricks, working on my short stories, and believing in myself, I ended up with two offers last week! I accepted one which was for my dream role with a global company, which had interviewed me in NZ for another role 6 months ago. They put in a good word for me and now I have an incredible remote / travel role with lots of opportunity for growth, and I have increased my salary by 50%! Thank you both again so so much, you kept my spirits up through the whole process with amazing banter and tips. I have told everyone I can to listen to your podcast!"

šŸ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

ā˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching

šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram

šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

Mentioned in this episode: The BEST way to prepare for a job interview

041: Career Story - Chris' physio dream18 Oct 202100:22:02

In our Career Stories, we interview people from all walks of life about how they ended up where they are today and what the road was like to get there.

In this episode we meet Chris Vitucci - a Qualified Physiotherapist. We talk through how Chris always knew what he wanted to do, and how he made sure to end up where he wanted to be. We talk about all his favourite (and not so favourite) parts of his job, and he gives his advice for someone wanting to do the same!


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - listener Renee who is a nurse. She recently had a 1:1 with me to prepare for an internal promotion she was going for - stepping up to manage her area. She reached out this week to let us know she was formally offered the role. Congrats Renee!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

040: Exit interview do's and don'ts11 Oct 202100:26:30

You’ve told your boss you’re leaving, and you’ve given your notice. Then you get an invite to meet with HR for an exit interview. WHAT IS HAPPENING?!

We talk through what to expect in an exit interview, why we even do them (and sometimes don’t) and how you should approach it in the best way possible.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - goes to our very own EMMA who landed her DREAM JOB in radio. Round of applause for our very own banter queen taking her own advice and shooting her shot!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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039: Making it official with employment paperwork04 Oct 202100:31:14

If you’ve been offered the role (WOOHOO) and now you’re waiting on your contract and paperwork then THIS is the episode you need to listen to.

We talk you through why your contract might take a couple of days and all the clauses to look for when you’re reading it (thoroughly of course). Our Gen Z expert Emma even gives us a great hack for getting all your paperwork sent back quickly without needing a printer at all!


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - goes to our listener Molly who said ā€œI had been applying for jobs for over a year and felt stuck in my post uni role, listened to your podcasts, got an interview within 2 days, aced the interview today and have been offered a job hours later. Your advice helped me to be so much more confident and really put myself out thereā€


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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038: So... why do you want to work for us?27 Sep 202100:18:19

It’s SUCH a common question - ā€œSo.. why do you want to work for us?ā€ and it’s hard to know sometimes what you’re meant to say. Do you lie and pretend it’s always been your dream to work at the company you literally only heard of a week ago?

In this week’s episode we break down what an interviewer is looking for when they ask this question, and give you some things to think about so you can craft your perfect answer!

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Renee booked a 1:1 interview coaching session with Sarah after she landed an interview for an embassy job. We spent time practicing her career story and going over examples from her experience. She never got to use her great career story, but she nailed the answers, and she just got offered the job today!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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037: The TRUTH about the "hidden job market"20 Sep 202100:17:04

You’ve seen the LinkedIn posts showing pictures of icebergs, and seen people write things like ā€œMost jobs getting filled these days aren’t even advertisedā€, and you start to worry - is there a huge secret world of incredible jobs out there that I’m missing out on?

The short answer? NO!! The myth of 70% or more of jobs not being advertised is completely untrue according to every decent recruiter you ask. In this episode, we talk you through the reasons why the claim of the hidden job market just doesn’t make sense, and what to watch out for if you see this advice. To finish off, we talk through how you can give yourself the best possible chance of getting ahead in your job search without thinking about icebergs!


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Chloe! Chloe is prepping for a second interview in sales and business development and said the podcast was SO helpful and she’s feeling much more confident. Good luck Chloe we hope you absolutely nail it!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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036: How to recover when your mind goes blank in an interview14 Sep 202100:21:30

Sometimes despite all your best preparation, a question in an interview catches you off guard, and your mind… goes… completely… blank. Don’t panic, there are things you can do to recover!

In this episode we go through how you can prepare to avoid going blank, but also what to do and say if it actually happens to give yourself the BEST chance of calming your mind and being able to get out a great answer.

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Emily! Emily used to work in Higher Education and hadn’t interviewed for a role in 5 years. You might remember her from our episode about finding transferable skills after redundancy. She told us she is about to start a new role in a position that needs all of the soft skills from her last role. She said she felt really prepared for the interview thanks to some of our tips!


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


šŸ’Œ Follow us on Instagram


šŸ’» Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

www.interviewboss.com.au

035: Advice for starting a new job remotely06 Sep 202100:27:46

Finding your feet in a new job always takes some adjusting, but what if you’re doing it COMPLETELY remote? With flexible and remote working becoming more common, you might find yourself learning a new role from the comfort of your own home.

In this episode we talk about some of the challenges you might face learning the ropes via a computer screen, and give you plenty of tips and ideas to help you make the most of your first few weeks.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Lozzie who listened to our resignation episode. She was only a few months in to a marketing role when she realised it wasn’t where she wanted her career to go. She’s landed a job in HR and said her resignation went well - they even let her finish up a few days early so she could have a break between jobs.


šŸ“„ To book an interview coaching session with Sarah, go to www.interviewboss.com.au/coaching and use the code LAUNCH20 for 20% off!


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034: Deconstructing REAL answers to popular job interview questions30 Aug 202100:41:54

You’ve done all the hard work landing the interview, and you’ve prepared just like we told you to.. and then it comes time to put it all together! Constructing your interview answers on the fly in response to the questions you get asked is NOT easy, but there are lots of strategies you can use to make it smoother.

In this episode we run a mock interview where Emma uses her REAL experience to answer common interview questions, and then we break them down - what worked, what didn’t work and how could she improve them. You’ll hear the difference between a good answer and a great one, and you’ll pick up PLENTY of tips for your own preparation!

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Jess who landed a job in PR & Communications for a travel company after SIX rounds of interviews! Congratulations Jess


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033: Getting experience when every job requires experience - the career catch 2223 Aug 202100:29:53

It’s the ULTIMATE catch 22 of the job world - you need a job to get experience, but every job needs you to have previous experience! So how do you actually get to the first step on the career ladder?!

In this episode we go through ways you can get that all important experience if you don’t have any in the industry you’re looking to work in, or ways to get hired WITHOUT the experience.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Emma’s friend who had to resign to the world’s nicest boss. She did it in style and left on great terms!


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032: 6 surprising psychology hacks for your job search16 Aug 202100:31:48

In the world of career advice, there are a LOT of crazy tips and tricks out there, but do they work? We turn to the psychology journals to bring you ACTUAL peer reviewed research that you can apply to your job search.

We talk about the surprising effect clothes can have on your performance, a quick way to make yourself more persuasive, and some smiling and adjective traps to look out for.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Jason who recently resigned from his role using some of our resignation tips. Congrats Jason!


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šŸ“š Articles mentioned:


Adam, H., & Galinsky, A. D. (2012). Enclothed cognition. Journal of experimental social psychology, 48(4), 918-925.


Lammers, J., Dubois, D., Rucker, D. D., & Galinsky, A. D. (2013). Power gets the job: Priming power improves interview outcomes. Journal of Experimental Social Psychology, 49(4), 776-779.


Ruben, M. A., Hall, J. A., & Schmid Mast, M. (2015). Smiling in a job interview: When less is more. The Journal of Social Psychology, 155(2), 107-126.


Mae, L., Carlston, D. E., & Skowronski, J. J. (1999). Spontaneous trait transference to familiar communications: Is a little knowledge a dangerous thing?. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 77(2), 233.


Helmreich, R., Aronson, E., & LeFan, J. (1970). To err is humanizing sometimes: Effects of self-esteem, competence, and a pratfall on interpersonal attraction. Journal of personality and social psychology, 16(2), 259.


Aronson, E., Willerman, B., & Floyd, J. (1966). The effect of a pratfall on increasing interpersonal attractiveness. Psychonomic Science, 4(6), 227-228.


Schopler, J., & Compere, J. S. (1971). Effects of being kind or harsh to another on liking. Journal of Personality and Social Psychology, 20(2), 155.

How have you championed diversity, equity & inclusion in the workplace?05 Jun 202400:22:51

Many companies prioritise diversity within their workplaces and therefore are keen bring the conversation into the interview process. BUT it can be really tricky to come up with your own examples, even if you're the most inclusive person in the world!

In this week's episode, Sarah and Emma explain what employers are looking for when they ask this question and brainstorm a range of out-of-the-box ideas that you might not have considered!

Hint: You don't have to have created groundbreaking diversity polices in order to answer this question - your examples can be small but impactful!

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Isabella - Interview Academy Alumna!

"Hi!! Just had my 2nd round panel interview yesterday, that also includes a 15 minute micro training demo. After following the interview academy for 3 days, I walked in feeling good about the stories about my best bits AND solid about my career story - huge for a career transitioner like myself. Did I forget to mention some aspects of my stories (even with bringing a notebook)? Yes. But I’m going for progress over perfection when it comes to this interviewing process, and I’ve never felt better walking out of one than I did yesterday! I did the best I could, and that’s all I can ask for."

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Mentioned in this episode: Equity vs Equality Cartoon

031: Untangling curly job interview questions09 Aug 202100:32:47

Picture this: you’re in a job interview, you’ve nailed some answers, you’re feeling confident… and then they hit you with a question COMPLETELY out of left field ā€œif you were an animal, what would you be and whyā€. Your mind goes blank, you start to panic - what on earth are you meant to say - and WHY are they asking you this question?!

In this episode we go through the curly interview questions our listeners have been asked. We explain why an interviewer might ask them and what they’re looking for in your answer. There’s no way we’ll be able to cover every curly question you might get, but we’ll show you some basic principles that will make sure you can come up with something!


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Eddie our questioner from a few weeks ago who is BACK with a success story. Congrats Eddie!


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030: How a job search can affect your mental health with Dr Lillian Nejad02 Aug 202100:30:17

Whether you’ve lost your job, left a job, or you’re just looking for your next move, the job search process can be BRUTAL. The rejection and uncertainty can really impact your mental health.

In this episode we talk to Dr Lillian Nejad - Clinical Psychologist & Skills for life Coach about the impacts that a job search can have on us, and how we can practice self care to keep up our resilience.


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - we reveal our GIVEAWAY WINNER!


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029: Quitting your job on GREAT terms26 Jul 202100:26:14

When you’ve landed another job offer and it’s all official, you need to let your current job know you’re leaving - it’s time to resign. How do you make sure you do it professionally, and leave on the best terms possible so you end up with a great reference?

In this episode we talk about how to know how much notice you need to give, how to bring it up with your boss, and how you should approach your notice period.


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028: "You're on mute" - Tips for online job interviews19 Jul 202100:19:26

With the rise of working from home and COVID restrictions still about, online job interviews are more common than ever. Aside from all the normal interview tips, how do you make sure you’re set up for success behind the camera? In this episode

In this episode we give you the tips to make sure you put your best background forward, and take advantage of some of the perks of being online instead of in person!


šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - we congratulate Kris who has made a huge career change from being a butcher to landing a job in sales!


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027: You're fired - how to talk about a job loss12 Jul 202100:17:41

Have you been fired, let go, made redundant, sacked or terminated? It can be tricky to work out how to approach this topic when you’re applying for a new job. In this episode we answer a question from Eddie who found himself being forced to resign from his role after 26 years.

In this episode we give you the tips to be able to bring it up proactively and confidently and be on the front foot when talking about references.

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - we congratulate Alison who listened to our show on repeat leading up to an interview for her dream job in communications, which she landed!


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026: Standing out from the crowd in a group interview05 Jul 202100:18:29

You’ve applied for a job, and you’ve landed an interview - BUT you’ve found out you won’t be the only candidate in the room, it’s a group interview! Employers use group interviews a lot to save time, or when they’re hiring in bulk. They might ask you questions one at a time, or they might get you to do a strange teamwork activity. So how do you stand out in such a strange environment?

In this episode we break down what an employer is looking for during a group interview, how to make sure you nail it, and give you some common mistakes to avoid.


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025: Career Story - Jay's got a head for radio28 Jun 202100:39:52

In our Career Stories, we interview people from all walks of life about how they ended up where they are today and what the road was like to get there.

In this episode we meet Jay Gasser - a Podcasting and Radio graduate as he discovers his passion for media, and follows it through a tough 6 months of job hunting after graduating. We talk about how tough it is to find out you were a runner up, what it's like growing up without having a dream job, and how he has taken a non-traditional pathway to study after school.


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024: The power move for juggling multiple job offers21 Jun 202100:18:56

You did it, you’ve got a job offer! Oh wait, you’ve got two job offers! Or maybe you have one but you’re still waiting to hear back from the one you REALLY want. Sound familiar? We’ve heard this a lot recently, and we know how stressful it can be weighing up the decision - how do you make sure you get it right?

In this episode we talk about how to weigh up two job offers, how to pull a power move if you have one offer but you’re holding out for another, and how to reject an offer with grace.

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023: Show me the money - negotiating a job offer15 Jun 202100:19:18

If you’re like most people, when you’re looking for a new job, you’re looking for a step up in pay. Talking about money isn’t always easy, and it’s hard to know how to even bring up the subject. If you’re applying for jobs and don’t know how to have the salary conversation then this is the episode for you!

In this episode we talk about why the salary is never on the job ad, give you a job board hack for finding out their budget, and tell you what you can do if you’ve been offered a lower salary than you were after.

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022: Money money money - How to get a pay rise07 Jun 202100:19:57

Let’s be blunt here - you don’t turn up to work out of the goodness of your heart - you’re there to get paid! Talking about money isn’t always easy, and it’s hard to know how to even bring up the subject. If you’re in a role at the moment and you think you deserve to be paid more, this is the episode for you!

In this episode we give you the steps to take to ask for a pay rise - how to research salary, how to set up the meeting with your boss and how much to ask for!


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Am I being automatically rejected for not meeting the exact screening questions?29 May 202400:18:19

Am I being automatically rejected from a job for not meeting the exact screening questions?

That is the question we answered in this week's episode, after Elizabeth, who has 3 years' experience and was applying for a role asking for 4, sent us her conundrum!

The short answer? It's very unlikely - so keep shooting your shot!

Screening questions are used to save recruiters time, and, in most cases, a recruiter is still looking at your application. The questions have just made it easier for them to filter through the candidates.

Give this episode a listen to hear what advice Sarah and Emma have for Elizabeth.

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Jess who bought us 5 coffees!

"Emma + Sarah, eternal thanks for the absolutely thoughtful, empathetic, actionable and just generally rad podcast! I found your podcast after my initial phone screen, and I listened to episodes in between every following round until I was finally offered the job!!! This 100% includes the listen to this before/after episodes. The sniffing on time disagreement during deep breaths made me chuckle every time I heard it and made my anxiety melt away. I would buy the coffees just for that magic alone, but I must also credit you both for a great perspective on the job hunt and interviewing...I think I probably could have gotten this job without listening to this podcast, but I don't think I would have felt so confident, engaged, and powerful in the process. I left every interview feeling like I had shown up in a great way, but also that I had gotten useful information about the company that would ultimately help me make my decision. Big thanks all the way from Missouri USA for cheering us all on to become interview bosses!"

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021: The ULTIMATE checklist for job search success25 May 202100:28:53

When you’re looking for a new job, updating your resume and cover letter is an absolute given. You might even do a tiny bit of networking and reach out to someone you know. BUT there are plenty of things you can do in your job search to increase the chances of you finding the perfect job, or an employer finding YOU!

In this episode we share our ULTIMATE job search checklist, and we guarantee there will be at least one thing on the list that you didn’t consider. We’ve even put together a free pdf checklist that you can print off, or save on your phone to track your progress against each item. We also tell you which of our other podcast episodes you can listen to to deep dive each item!


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020: "References available upon request" - Using references to your advantage17 May 202100:29:00

It’s normally the last step in the recruitment process - you might be the final candidate OR you might still be up against someone else. How do you make sure you don’t fall at the final hurdle?!

In this episode we talk about references - we share some horror stories, give you an insight in to what a recruiter is thinking when they’re going through the process, but most of all give you tips to use this as an opportunity to STAND OUT and to land that job offer.


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019: Hold the phone. What is a phone screening interview?10 May 202100:27:19

Your phone rings, it’s a number you don’t recognise. You answer and realise it’s a recruiter calling about a job you applied for. Does this mean you’ve landed an interview? Maybe! But you could also be about to have what’s called a phone screening interview.

In this episode we explain what a phone screening interview is and why it’s used. We talk about some common mistakes that candidates mistake when they’re caught off guard, and how to make sure you make a great impression and get that interview timeslot!

Want more job seeker tips and tricks? We put out new episodes every week, so hit subscribe so you don't miss out!


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018: Creating opportunity & being too hard on yourself03 May 202100:28:17

I’m going to hazard a guess and say that if you’re listening to this podcast, you’re the kind of person who is driven, ambitious and want to improve yourself. But what happens when you define your identity by your work? You hold yourself to an almost impossibly high standard, you end up taking too much on for too long, and it’s EXHAUSTING.

This ep was completely impromptu after a chat between Emma and I, but if you’re feeling burnt out, tired, and like everything you’re doing still isn’t enough then I think you’ll get a lot out of this chat. No advice in this ep, just support - we see you, it’s hard.


šŸŽ§ The GaryVee Podcast we mentioned https://anchor.fm/garyvee/episodes/How-To-Wake-Up-Everyday-and-Be-Ready-To-Handle-Any-Problem-Thrown-at-You-e10068b/a-a5du2oj


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017: Q&A - Finding transferable skills after redundancy, resigning and going for a step up27 Apr 202100:22:05

We answer YOUR questions!

In this episode, we answer listener questions that you’ve submitted via Instagram and our Facebook group. We talk about transferable skills and retraining, when and how to resign once you’ve got a new job, and the challenges of going for a job that’s a step up.

Got a question you’d like us to answer? Hit us up on our social channels, or send us an email at hello@interviewboss.com.au and we might answer you on the next Q&A ep.


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016: IWAB - Sales & Account Management with James Malone12 Apr 202100:41:37

INTRODUCING a new type of Interview Boss episode - the Interview With a Boss (IWAB). We’ll be chatting to hiring managers in different fields to find out what THEY look for in the hiring process.

Our very first Boss guest is James Malone - who is an experienced Sales Director and has interviewed across companies, industries and role types.


In this episode we talk about James’ own style of interviewing, and how he sorts the great salespeople from the fakers. You’ll get plenty of insights in to how a manager goes through your CV, and why they ask certain questions in the process.


We hope you like this new type of episode, let us know in the Facebook group what industry you’d like us to dive in to next!


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015: Signs that your job interview went well... (or not)05 Apr 202100:15:55

You just walked out of a job interview for a job you’re really excited about.

You call your mum on the way home - ā€˜how did it go?’ she asks. The self-doubt kicks in - you thought it went ok, but did it really? You could have answered that one question a bit better, and you might have been a bit awkward on the way in.

We all do it, it can be so hard to know what to expect after an interview, but there are some clues you can look for which can give you some confidence that your interview went better than you thought!


This is the episode you should put in your headphones on the way out of your interview. We’ll help you work out if you nailed that interview, or if maybe there are signs it didn’t go so well.


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014: So... do you have any questions for us? What to ask at the end of your interview29 Mar 202100:21:17

At the end of pretty much every interview, you’ll hear ā€˜so… do you have any questions for us?’ and it’s SO important that you have something to ask! Having smart questions ready shows that you’re prepared, you’re motivated, and that you genuinely want to know more about the business and the job. But MOST importantly you should use questions to genuinely work out whether this is the right job for you! Don’t forget, you’re interviewing the company or team just as much as they are interviewing you!

In this episode we go through 15 questions that you could ask at the end of an interview and talk through the pros and cons. By the end of the episode you’ll have your top 3 picked out ready to wow your panel.

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013: The power of LinkedIn - how to go from beginner to all-star22 Mar 202101:03:21

Maybe you’re like Emma and have ā€˜create a LinkedIn account’ on your to do list, maybe you a profile that is gathering dust, or maybe you want to know how to get the MOST out of LinkedIn. To help you out, we talk to Karen Hollenbach who is known as the LinkedIn Lady - in fact she was rated as APAC’s Top 10 LinkedIn Experts in 2019!

We talk about why you DEFINITELY need to get on LinkedIn, how to set up and create your profile, and give you practical strategies to get you noticed, and grow your network.

This ep is a long one, but trust us you’ll be jumping on to LinkedIn as soon as it’s over ready to tend to your LinkedIn garden!


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šŸ¢ Think Bespoke help individuals and organisations unlock LinkedIn with specialist LinkedIn training and educational resources.


Key services Think Bespoke offer include:

- LinkedIn Training (Business & Career)

- Professional LinkedIn Profile Updates

- Strategic Content Frameworks

- LinkedIn Marketing Mentorship


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012: Recruitment agencies - matchmaking isn't just for dating15 Mar 202100:29:58

Recruitment agencies sometimes get a bad reputation, but at their best they are the matchmakers of the jobseeker world and can give you a HUGE advantage in your job search.

In this episode we talk to Taylor Sharp who has been a recruiter in the agency world for over 5 years. We talk about how recruiters get paid, how they can help you in your career, and tips for how to get the most out of the relationship.


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šŸ‘© Connect with Taylor on LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/taylorjsharp/


šŸ¢ Beaumont People are all about ā€œPlacing People Firstā€. They specialise in all levels of recruitment both temporary and permanent across business services, contact centre and sales, education, associations and memberships, and charities, and have offices in Sydney and the Northern Rivers. Beaumont’s Career Coaching and Transition Team also provide advice and guidance to both individuals and companies who are taking a new direction.


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The company has HORRIBLE reviews - how do I ask about them?15 May 202400:23:18

We’re tackling a listener's question about how to handle bad company reviews when you have an interview lined up. We get it - even if you’re desperate for a job, you don’t want to end up somewhere toxic. But don't worry, we've got you covered.

In this week’s episode, Sarah and Emma talk about what really makes those reviews a red flag and how to tell if they're something you should be concerned about. We're also here to give you the confidence to bring up these reviews during your interview. Yes, you can totally ask about them, and we'll show you how to do it without sounding negative or worried. We'll share tips on how to phrase your question just right, so you can get the answers you need

Red flags episode

https://player.captivate.fm/episode/fbec4eda-a4b5-4ac8-898b-23af4d7d67ed

šŸ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Ella ā€œHi Emma and Sarah! I want to extend my deepest gratitude to both of you for producing amazing content. Recently I graduated from university and I felt anxious about landing a job. I thought I was going to land a job offer from a company I loved and envisioned myself in after two interviews. However things happen for a reason and I kept on applying. Eventually a company (which I totally forgot about) that I applied to reached out for an interview. Upon the days leading up to it, I found your podcast and felt so at peace and relaxed. Right before I walked in, I listened to the ā€œListen to this before an interviewā€ episode and felt extra confident. My buttcheeks were clenched the entire time!

After meeting, I felt connected with the staff and the work environment at this company. Naturally I listened to the episode ā€œListen to this while you’re waiting to hear backā€ and quite literally trained my mind to forget about this company…

Just a few moments ago I received an offer letter.ā€

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011: Could your social media cost you the job?08 Mar 202100:46:54

Did you know 95% of employers use social media to research candidates during the hiring process? Sure you might have expected them to suss out your LinkedIn page - but what about your Instagram, your Twitter or even your Spotify?

In this episode we talk to Bianca Lager, President of the Social Intelligence Corporation all about social media screening. Why do employers use it? What are they looking for? And most importantly what can you do as a candidate to make sure your digital footprint doesn’t cost you your dream job.


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010: Job search myths BUSTED01 Mar 202100:17:49

There is a LOT of advice out there for jobseekers, some of it totally contradictory - so how do you know what’s fact and what’s fiction?

In this episode we BUST common job search myths so you don’t get caught up following the wrong advice.

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009: Career Story - How Sarah went from BBQ to HR22 Feb 202100:46:21

INTRODUCING a new type of Interview Boss episode - the Career Story. We’ll be interviewing people from all walks of life about how they ended up where they are today and what the road was like to get there.

We thought what better way to kick off our Career Stories than by getting to know Interview Boss’s very own Sarah Smith a little better.


In this episode we go all the way back to Sarah’s very first job and take you through the ups and the downs of her career so far - how did she end up studying Psychology, how she ended up in HR, and the massive job fail that nearly saw her change plans entirely.


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