In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, we demystify today’s hiring market and share practical strategies for candidates navigating career transitions.

Key Topics Covered:

• The Hiring "Black Hole" Explained: Companies do want to hire but are overwhelmed by applicant volume and constrained processes. Increased technology-driven applicant flow, without a corresponding increase in human reviewers, causes bottlenecks and applicant silence, which is not personal.
• Creative Outreach: Utilize ideas like voice-to-text messages and group introductions with trusted references to humanize the job search process.
• AI's Evolving Role: AI is now seen as a helpful tool in hiring, not a shortcut, as long as it supports real and accurate content.
  
  

Our guest, Kathleen Steffey is the Founder & Chief Talent Officer for Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search. They are a retained firm that places sales, marketing and operations positions for businesses around the world. 

You may contact her at kathleen@navigaservices.com

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, we tackle the "Five In Five Strategy," a structured approach to job searching that focuses on building relationships.

This strategy requires building a total of 25 relationships - stakeholders that can lead to conversations about your value proposition and getting hired. “You can do that!”

Our guest, Kathleen Steffey is the Founder & Chief Talent Officer for Naviga Recruiting & Executive Search. They are a retained firm that places sales, marketing and operations positions for businesses around the world. 

You may contact her at kathleen@navigaservices.com

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

In this episode, we explore how understanding your core values is essential for aligning your career choices with your personal beliefs and passions. By defining your 3-5 most important values, you can use them as a filter to evaluate potential job opportunities and make decisions that truly resonate with you.

This strategy can also allow you to gain clarity, confidence, and direction as you navigate your career transition.

Our guest, Laura Nguyen, is a seasoned business strategist, advocate for workplace well-being, and author of the CAREER BREAK COMPASS: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional Time Off. The book is a compelling guide for those considering a career break to reinvigorate their productivity and boost their overall happiness. Laura’s insights will offer strategies and practical advice for intentional career pauses that enhance both personal and professional growth.

You may contact her at laura@lauranguyen.co. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

This week we speak with one of the country’s top recruiters, Steve Kohn.  Find out the #1 reason that companies hire employees and why that is important to understand.  He’ll also provide tips on how job candidates can position themselves to get a higher salary.  

Steve Kohn is one of the most successful recruiters in the country and has been recruiting for over 30 years. He’s the only recruiter to have ever been ranked #1 in both of the big recruiter networks, NPAWorldwide and the Top Echelon Network. He's also recognized by Forbes as one of the nation's best recruiters for each of the last 5 years and is the "go-to" person for many recruiters seeking advice.  You may contact him at steve@affinitysearch.com

Be the one candidate who stands out for your dream job.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to take better control of your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

This episode of “The Career Transition Experts” focuses on the soft skills you need to get notice from your company’s leadership and find joy in your job.  Join Jonathan as he interviews executive search expert Sharon Hulce as they discuss:

• The common belief that you need to sacrifice joy to find the right job
• How passion for our career and an understanding of our natural gifts directly correlates to an increase in income
• The importance of being an active listener, keen observer and clear communicator

Sharon Hulce is the President/CEO of Employment Resource Group with  25 years of experience in Executive Search – Appleton Wisconsin. She’s also a TEDx Speaker who authored the “A Well Done Professional Midlife Crisis” book which was published by Forbes. You may contact her at sharon@ergsearch.com

Take the first step to gaining a competitive edge with your job search.   Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to turbocharge your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Once you find a job, it becomes part of the job to set yourself apart from your colleagues.  There are surefire ways to stand out from the pack.  Jonathan Flaks interviews executive career coach Sharon Hulce on the next episode of “The Career Transition Experts.”  Join us and learn the value of: 

• Befriending people and clients
• The power of observation
• Asking open-ended questions

Sharon Hulce is the President/CEO of Employment Resource Group with  25 years of experience in Executive Search – Appleton Wisconsin. She’s also a TEDx Speaker who authored the “A Well Done Professional Midlife Crisis” book which was published by Forbes. You may contact her at sharon@ergsearch.com

Be the one candidate who stands out for your dream job.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to take better control of your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

We tend to look for a job that aligns with our skills.  But if that’s all you’re thinking of when you look for a job, you’ve left out some of the most important qualities that can help you find the RIGHT fit.  Jonathan interviews executive search professional Sharon Hulce, where she discusses:

• The importance of defining your passion and understanding your natural strengths
• Why you need to identify the things that bring you joy 
• Why joy is imperative to finding your dream career

Sharon Hulce is the President/CEO of Employment Resource Group with  25 years of experience in Executive Search – Appleton Wisconsin. She’s also a TEDx Speaker who authored the “A Well Done Professional Midlife Crisis” book which was published by Forbes. You may contact her at sharon@ergsearch.com

A successful career doesn’t mean you need to sacrifice personal happiness. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist to start you on the path to work/life balance.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

There is a LOT of competition for jobs, but only a small percentage of job seekers know how to set themselves apart and place themselves on a path for the perfect job.  This week’s guest, Chris Gardner, shares his tips for how to find the right people and strengthen your skills to edge out the competition.  Join us to learn:

• The importance of networking
• Tips for networking effectively
• Why you need to identify the specific value you can bring to an organization.
• How to rebuild your confidence after a career setback
• The trick to finding unadvertised jobs
• Why it’s crucial to be the squeaky wheel

Chris Gardner is the Co-Founder & CEO of Artemis Consultants. After consistently being a top producer for the recruiting firms he worked for, he started Artemis Consultants in 2005 to help software, technology, and B2B Services companies find industry-specific talent in areas of executive leadership, sales, IT, and professional services. You may contact him at chris.gardner@artemisconsultants.net.

Be the one candidate who stands out for your dream job.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume building strategies to take better control of your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Our guest for this week, Chris Gardner shares tips to help change your perspective and better handle challenging situations, including:

• How knowing your value is empowering
• The incredible un-importance of a  bad year
• The power of remembering  outstanding accomplishments 

Chris Gardner is the Co-Founder & CEO of Artemis Consultants. After consistently being a top producer for the recruiting firms he worked for, he started Artemis Consultants in 2005 to help software, technology, and B2B Services companies find industry-specific talent in areas of executive leadership, sales, IT, and professional services. You may contact him at chris.gardner@artemisconsultants.net.

Avoid the frustration and confusion of finding the RIGHT job.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume building strategies to turbocharge your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Most of us have heard of networking, but we aren’t really effectively connecting.  This week’s guest shares tips for making the most of virtual and in-person networking events, including:

• The most effective way of networking that most people don’t know
• The perfect length for an elevator pitch
• Why it’s important to rehearse your pitch

Chris Gardner is the Co-Founder & CEO of Artemis Consultants. After consistently being a top producer for the recruiting firms he worked for, he started Artemis Consultants in 2005 to help software, technology, and B2B Services companies find industry-specific talent in areas of executive leadership, sales, IT, and professional services. You may contact him at chris.gardner@artemisconsultants.net.

Take the first step to gaining a competitive edge with your job search.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to turbocharge your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Don Leon joins us for this episode of “The Career Transition Experts” to share what every candidate should know before and during an interview.  Learn from his years of experience placing candidates, including:

• Why it’s crucial to ask tough questions that are based on intelligence and knowledge
• What you should NEVER ask
• How the right questions can completely change your first impression
• The correct way to ask sensitive questions

Don Leon is a Managing Partner at Donald Leon Search. He specializes in placing sales, marketing, and product executives within Mar-Tech, Ad-Tech, and Health-Tech. His comprehensive understanding of the Media, Technology and Analytics verticals has resulted in scores of well-targeted and successful hires throughout his 21+ years of recruiting. You may contact him at don@donaldleon.com.

Are you tired of not hearing back after what you thought was a great interview?  Avoid radio silence.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to optimize your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

What are recruiters really looking for in a candidate?  In this edition of “The Career Transition Experts,” recruiter Don Leon shares crucial interviewing advice from his decades of experiences, including:

• How strategic people have an advantage
• Why candidates should ask strategic vs. tactical questions

Don Leon is a Managing Partner at Donald Leon Search. He specializes in placing sales, marketing, and product executives within Mar-Tech, Ad-Tech, and Health-Tech. His comprehensive understanding of the Media, Technology and Analytics verticals has resulted in scores of well-targeted and successful hires throughout his 21+ years of recruiting. You may contact him at don@donaldleon.com.

Take the first step to gaining a competitive edge with your job search. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to turbocharge your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Don Leon shares unique insights on how you can stand out in a field of qualified job candidates.  Tune in to hear:

• The importance of doing deep research before the interview
• Why you should ask tough questions during your interview
• How critical it is to make a potential employer love you 
• Why first impressions might cost you the job

Don Leon is a Managing Partner at Donald Leon Search. He specializes in placing sales, marketing and product executives within Mar-Tech, Ad-Tech, and Health-Tech. His comprehensive understanding of the Media, Technology and Analytics verticals has resulted in scores of well-targeted and successful hires throughout his 21+ years of recruiting. You may contact him at don@donaldleon.com.

Be the one candidate who stands out for your dream job.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume-building strategies to take better control of your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

In this episode of The Career Transition Experts, we delve into a common concern for individuals on career breaks: the dreaded "resume gap" question. We discuss the importance of a confident and concise approach to addressing this query. 

Overexplaining can often hinder your chances, so it's crucial to focus on the positive aspects of your break. Highlight the skills and knowledge you've gained during this time, and express your readiness to contribute to a new role. By projecting confidence and avoiding unnecessary details, you can effectively navigate this interview hurdle and position yourself as a strong candidate.

Our guest, Laura Nguyen, is a seasoned business strategist, advocate for workplace well-being, and author of the CAREER BREAK COMPASS: Navigating Your Path to a Balanced Life Through Intentional Time Off. The book is a compelling guide for those considering a career break to reinvigorate their productivity and boost their overall happiness. Laura’s insights will offer strategies and practical advice for intentional career pauses that enhance both personal and professional growth.

You may contact her at laura@lauranguyen.co. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Search consultant Liz Capants joins Jonathan Flaks to share tips on how to get an edge when looking for a job.  Find out:

• How to brand and market yourself in your job search
• A deep dive into making connections that generate results
• Why fundamental career advice is still important (e.g the squeaky wheel gets the job)

Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides career advisory services, curating and bringing people together for a win-win outcome. She’s the Founder and President of EBC Associates, a global search and consulting strategy firm based in New York. You may contact her at liz@ebcassociates.net.

Take the first step to gaining a competitive edge with your job search. Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume building strategies to turbocharge your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

This episode of “The Career Transition Experts” features Liz Capants.  She shares advice and perspective for handling job rejections and discusses the biggest benefit of a wide professional network.

Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides career advisory services, curating and bringing people together for a win/win outcome. She’s the founder and president of EBC Associates, a global search and consulting strategy firm based in New York. You may contact her at liz@ebcassociates.net.

Avoid the frustration and confusion of finding the RIGHT job.  Download our FREE Career Preparation Checklist, featuring critical resume building strategies to turbocharge your job search.  

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Search consultant Liz Capants shares game-changing tips to market yourself to recruiters along with methods to leverage PASSION and optimize your networking to help you advance in your career.

Liz Capants is a Search Consultant and a referral networking guru who provides career advisory services, curating and bringing people together for a win-win outcome. She’s the Founder and President of EBC Associates, a global search and consulting strategy firm based in New York. You may contact her at liz@ebcassociates.net.

To download your FREE Career Preparation Checklist, including important resume building strategies to optimize your job search, CLICK HERE. 

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Jonathan speaks with Paul Stefunek, VP of Sales and Edge2Edge.  They discuss the importance of planning, focus, and strategy when looking for an executive-level job.  The reality is that search consultants are not always focused on every candidate since their revenue comes from paying clients. This podcast reveals how to get the most out of your relationship with a recruiter, in addition to sharing important information to give you a head start in your job search.

Paul also shares tips that make job candidates stand out from the competition and some crucial questions that many recruiters fail to ask.

Paul Stefunek is a master builder of companies, teams, and people.  He’s an executive search professional and a sales leader, with over 25 years of driving transformational growth for global industry leaders and venture-backed startups across industries.  You can reach him at pstefunek@gmail.com. 

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Let me know if there’s anything I can do to help. Contact me at jonathan@jfcoach.com – always know I’m here for you.  Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist, including important resume building strategies to optimize your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

It’s easy to hire a recruiter, but not so easy to make the most of the relationship.  Our guest, Paul Stefunek discusses sure-fire tips to make your relationship pay off!  He’ll discuss:

• The importance of keeping detailed notes.
• How crucial it is to make every conversation a 2-way conversation.
• Why offering to help a recruiter can be incredibly fruitful. 

Paul Stefunek is a master builder of companies, teams and people.  He’s an executive search professional and a sales leader, with over 25 years of driving transformational growth for global industry leaders and venture-backed startups across industries.

Download your free Career Preparation Checklist, including important resume building strategies to optimize your job search. You can reach him at pstefunek@gmail.com. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Paul Stefunek shares strategies to help you stand out in your job search.  Find out:

• What hiring managers are really looking for.
• Why it’s important to discuss the industries you’ve worked in.
• Determine which discipline you are selling
• Be ready to share your top talents.
• Understand the keywords that could easily help you be found by recruiters 

Paul Stefunek is a master builder of companies, teams, and people.  He’s an executive search professional and a sales leader, with over 25 years of driving transformational growth for global industry leaders and venture-backed startups across industries. You can reach him at pstefunek@gmail.com. 

Download your free Career Preparation Checklist, including important resume building strategies to optimize your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Preparing for interviews and following up can bring a significant impact on one's job search journey. Being unprepared is definitely a deal killer!

In this week's episode, Jonathan and executive search expert Mark Gambirasi discuss tips and best practices when it comes to working with a recruiting agency that will increase the likelihood of a strong offer for those who are looking for work. Mark also brings up an interesting angle on interview preparation!

Mark Gambirasi is the CEO and Founder of Andiamo! Group - a leading executive search firm for finding talent for disruptive technologies based in San Francisco Bay Area. He’s been in business for 19 years, placing Sales, Marketing, Product, and Engineering Talent in the US with venture/angel-backed technology start-ups and always in hyper-growth mode!  You can reach him at mark@andiamo-group.com.

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Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Following up with executive recruiters and participating actively on their preparations for you is very important. Don’t go radio silent even when a company goes dark on them or you!

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and executive search professional Mark Gambirasi discuss some vital insights on this subject matter.

Mark Gambirasi is the CEO and Founder of Andiamo! Group - a leading executive search firm for finding talent for disruptive technologies based in San Francisco Bay Area. He’s been in business for 19 years, placing Sales, Marketing, Product, and Engineering Talent in the US with venture/angel-backed technology start-ups and always in hyper-growth mode!  You can reach him at mark@andiamo-group.com.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Mark Gambirasi’s full interview!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

As an executive candidate, it’s essential to build a strong relationship with recruiters and allot a proper amount of time with them. They may definitely be willing to spend time and effort to give you the advantage on interviews and get your foot in the door quickly!

Mark Gambirasi has provided valuable insights about investing time in a client-recruiter relationship. Let’s hear what he has to say!

Mark Gambirasi is the CEO and Founder of Andiamo! Group - a leading executive search firm for finding talent for disruptive technologies based in San Francisco Bay Area. He’s been in business for 19 years, placing Sales, Marketing, Product, and Engineering Talent in the US with venture/angel-backed technology start-ups and always in hyper-growth mode!  You can reach him at mark@andiamo-group.com.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Mark Gambirasi’s full interview!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

In this week’s episode, Executive Coach and Career Catalyst Jonathan Flaks and Executive Search Specialist Alan Work, discuss the importance of listening and understanding when it comes to communicating with interviewers or hiring managers. During the conversation, making sure what you say is clear, concise, and complete is emphasized.

Alan presents a great example on how the enhancement of understanding can make an essential difference in career communication. Listen in to discover how you can properly express what you’re looking for and match it to a possible opportunity.

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Alan Work is a  brilliant player in the executive search business. Alan launched Work&Partners LLC in 2002, building on his then 20 plus years as a leader in the executive search business. Work&Partners LLC is a retained executive search firm serving the country’s top management consulting organizations, technology firms, and corporations. In focusing on the development of C-level teams, Alan has filled roles at the level of Managing Director, Partner, Vice President and President. His expertise spans a range of industries and includes deep knowledge of the management consulting, technology consulting, financial services and telecommunications sectors. You can reach him at ajw@workandpartners.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

In this episode, we explore the art of mastering salary negotiation and unlocking your earning potential. We discuss strategies and interviewing tips for salary negotiation, including understanding your total compensation package and leveraging your skills to command higher offers.

We also unlock the importance of emotional intelligence to stand out in job interviews. Instead of wasting time on trivial questions, focus on understanding the employer's concerns and fears. By addressing these pain points, you can position yourself as the ideal candidate and increase your chances of securing a higher salary and a fulfilling career.

This episode is also packed with actionable insights to empower your job search, from the significance of the salary requirement question on job applications and screening questions to the nuances of interviewing and follow-up - so you have a better chance at securing the higher income you deserve.

Our guest, John Gates is the founder of Salary Coach and the author of Act Your Wage, an international best-selling book on pay negotiation. John has served as Head of Global Recruiting for Fortune 500 companies, where he trained hundreds of recruiters to negotiate pay on behalf of corporations. John has since created a low-risk approach for C-suite executives and senior leaders to negotiate 10-20% more in compensation, even in challenging job markets.

You may contact him at john@salary.coach. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

As a participant in a high-level interview, how do you make sure the conversation stays on track to the hiring manager’s important interest in culture? According to Executive Recruiter Alan Work, reinforcing and making sure you understood what and who you’re getting involved with is an essential element in this subject.

He also shares a specific example on this topic. Listen in to learn more!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Alan Work’s full interview!

Alan Work is a  brilliant player in the executive search business. Alan launched Work&Partners LLC in 2002, building on his then 20 plus years as a leader in the executive search business. Work&Partners LLC is a retained executive search firm serving the country’s top management consulting organizations, technology firms, and corporations. In focusing on the development of C-level teams, Alan has filled roles at the level of Managing Director, Partner, Vice President and President. His expertise spans a range of industries and includes deep knowledge of the management consulting, technology consulting, financial services and telecommunications sectors. You can reach him at ajw@workandpartners.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Answering interview questions and asking good questions as well, are vital in high-level leadership-oriented interviews. The questions you ask show how you think, why you do what you do, and what your motivations are.

In this week’s episode, Jonathan’s long-time friend who’s an Expert Executive Recruiter, Alan Work, brings some amazing insight regarding this subject.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Alan Work’s full interview!

Alan Work is a  brilliant player in the executive search business. Alan launched Work&Partners LLC in 2002, building on his then 20 plus years as a leader in the executive search business. Work&Partners LLC is a retained executive search firm serving the country’s top management consulting organizations, technology firms, and corporations. In focusing on the development of C-level teams, Alan has filled roles at the level of Managing Director, Partner, Vice President, and President. His expertise spans a range of industries and includes deep knowledge of the management consulting, technology consulting, financial services, and telecommunications sectors. You can reach him at ajw@workandpartners.com.

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Career Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

The job market is on the rise again, but it’s now more competitive than ever - and now that the majority of interviews are virtual, you need a new set of skills to set yourself apart.

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and LT Ladino Bryson discuss strategies candidates can use to gain the skill sets they need and stand out with hiring managers.

Listen to discover how to:

• Tell your story succinctly, yet in an engaging, effective way
• Present yourself in a way that allows you to stand out
• How to compete in the current job market
• How to ensure that your interviewer will remember you long after the interview is over
• And much more!

LT Ladino Bryson, known to her clients and candidates as “The Employment Therapist”, a moniker given to her based on her empathetic yet straightforward approach in working with candidates, recruiters, and employers, is a sought-after spokesperson on employment issues and has been featured on national and local media.

She is also the CEO & Founder of vCandidates.com which is a platform that matches candidates with recruiters and hiring managers. It gives people a 9-step online self-paced learning module which is similar to a bootcamp. It helps people understand what they really want to do, how to build a resume, how to clean up your social media, and present yourself in a 3-dimensional body. Their mission is to change the way career transitions happen by creating a positive connection between technology and the human touch.  

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Nailing an interview doesn’t stop when the interview does; you need to take action to make sure the hiring manager remembers you. What can you do to show them you’re the right candidate for the job?

In this week’s episode, LT Ladino Bryson shares several insightful strategies to help you get your foot in the door and get the job you want. Listen in to hear more!

LT Ladino Bryson, known to her clients and candidates as “The Employment Therapist”, a moniker given to her based on her empathetic yet straightforward approach in working with candidates, recruiters, and employers, is a sought-after spokesperson on employment issues and has been featured on national and local media.

She is also the CEO & Founder of vCandidates.com which is a platform that matches candidates with recruiters and hiring managers. It gives people a 9-step online self-paced learning module which is similar to a bootcamp. It helps people understand what they really want to do, how to build a resume, how to clean up your social media, and present yourself in a 3-dimensional body. Their mission is to change the way career transitions happen by creating a positive connection between technology and the human touch.  

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including LT Ladino Bryson’s full interview!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Many interviews are done virtually now, and preparing for them takes a new set of skills. Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with LT Ladino Bryson, and she shared some fantastic strategies to help you nail your next virtual interview. Listen in to learn how to show the employers you interview with that you are ready for whatever they need!

LT Ladino Bryson, known to her clients and candidates as “The Employment Therapist”, a moniker given to her based on her empathetic yet straightforward approach in working with candidates, recruiters and employers, is a sought-after spokesperson on employment issues and has been featured on national and local media.

She is also the CEO & Founder of vCandidates.com which is a platform that matches candidates with recruiters and hiring managers. It gives people a 9-step online self-paced learning module which is similar to a bootcamp. It helps people understand what they really want to do, how to build a resume, how to clean up your social media, and present yourself in a 3-dimensional body. Their mission is to change the way career transitions happen by creating a positive connection between technology and the human touch.  

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including LT Ladino Bryson’s full interview!

Thank you for listening to The Career Transition Experts! Be sure to download your free Resume Preparation Checklist and check out the Resume Building Resources to help you optimize and accelerate your job search.

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In this week’s episode, Jonathan and Military Transitioning Specialist Eric Horton discuss some of the unique challenges that veterans face when transitioning to civilian life - and what both veterans and companies can do to tackle those challenges and successfully take on leadership in a corporate role.

Eric offers great perspectives on how veterans can best prepare and position themselves for the corporate leadership role they truly want - and how companies can ensure that they are not just Vet Ready, but Vet Prepared. 

Listen in to discover the steps veterans can take to prepare for the challenges that transitioning to civilian life brings, as well as what companies can do to ensure that they hire the right veteran for the right job, the first time.

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Eric Horton is a Military Transitioning Specialist with over 20 years of military experience and over 85% success rate in coaching military veterans to transfer their skills from the military training to perform as leaders in a variety of industries. His previous military experience covered a multi dimensional array of strategies, logistics, tactical planning and process mapping to accomplish the mission. You can reach him at eric@transitionhacker.org.

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Veterans bring an incredible brand of leadership and perspective to a company; many organizations today want to hire veterans, but they often don’t understand the unique skills that are brought to the table. Because of this, vets may be placed in the wrong position, leading to a high turnover rate.

By taking the time to be Veteran Prepared - to understand the skills veterans bring and by making some simple culture changes - companies can find the right spot for vets the first time around. This allows for faster growth as well as time, money, and effort saved! Listen in to learn more!

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Eric Horton is a Military Transitioning Specialist with over 20 years of military experience and over 85% success rate in coaching military veterans to transfer their skills from the military training to perform as leaders in a variety of industries. His previous military experience covered a multi-dimensional array of strategies, logistics, tactical planning, and process mapping to accomplish the mission. You can reach him at eric@transitionhacker.org

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Transitioning from a military career to the private sector carries a lot of challenges, both personally and professionally. Often, one of the more challenging professional aspects is understanding the difference between how a military leadership structure differs from that of a corporate environment.

In this week’s episode, Military Transitioning Expert Eric Horton brings some amazing insight into how he helps veterans make that transition successfully - and how they can bring their incredible leadership skills to top companies. This clip will give you a great preview!

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Eric Horton is a Military Transitioning Specialist with over 20 years of military experience and over 85% success rate in coaching military veterans to transfer their skills from the military training to perform as leaders in a variety of industries. His previous military experience covered a multi-dimensional array of strategies, logistics, tactical planning, and process mapping to accomplish the mission. You can reach him at eric@transitionhacker.org

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By now, it’s obvious that the job market has changed in significant ways. This was beginning to happen even before Covid, but the circumstances of the past year have cemented those changes.

One of the most significant aspects of this is the use of technology in the hiring process.

Pre-pandemic, statistics show that 75% of resumes were never reviewed by an actual human; now, this number may be even higher. It is becoming clear that networking, both online and in person, is a necessary part of advancing in your career and obtaining the roles you’ll love.

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and executive search professional Dawn Dzurilla discuss strategies and tips to help you stand out in your career transition! Listen in for tips on:

• Anticipating and navigating the hurdles presented by ATS systems, AI technology, and other electronic vetting systems
• Ways to truly add value in your networking relationships that will allow you to rise above the crowd
• How to position yourself as the best candidate for the leadership position you want
• and much more!

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Dawn Dzurilla is the Founder & Managing Partner of Gaia Human Capital Consultants.  

In 2007, she launched Gaia Human Capital Consultants which has become a nationally recognized and amongst the top 5 leading retained boutique executive search, talent acquisition, and talent management consulting practice focused on delivering senior-level and executive talent solutions to client partners in high-growth Technology, Impact & Sustainability Technology, Renewable & Clean Energy, Cleantech, Universities, Financial Institutions, IoT, SAAS, Wealth & Investment Management, Private Equity, Venture Capital investors, Corporates and non-profit organizations. 

For over 25 years, she has been an industry thought-leader, trusted talent partner with stakeholder CEO's, CXO’s, board members, and senior executives, adding significant strategic, operational, consultative, and executional value that delivers on best practice, scalable talent objectives, that attract and retain high-caliber diverse & inclusive senior-level and technical leadership talent.  

Dawn has also served as Director of Corporate Recruitment & Talent Acquisition and Senior Talent Partner for organizations both large and entrepreneurial, scaling the growth of companies.  Prior to Gaia Human Capital Consultants, Dawn Co-founded an Impact / Socially Responsible Investment Company and before that venture, she was a successful retained search consultant in the financial services and investment management field, including a 12-year relationship building the Institutional Banking division of Citigroup.

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Following up with networking contacts in a meaningful way can be a challenge. Breaking through the noise to stand out isn’t easy!

In this week’s episode, Jonathan and executive search professional Dawn Dzurilla discuss how to stand out in a positive way and add authentic value to your networking relationships.

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Dawn Dzurilla is the Founder & Managing Partner of Gaia Human Capital Consultants.  

In 2007, she launched Gaia Human Capital Consultants which has become a nationally recognized and amongst the top 5 leading retained boutique executive search, talent acquisition, and talent management consulting practice focused on delivering senior-level and executive talent solutions to client partners in high-growth Technology, Impact & Sustainability Technology, Renewable & Clean Energy, Cleantech, Universities, Financial Institutions, IoT, SAAS, Wealth & Investment Management, Private Equity, Venture Capital investors, Corporates and non-profit organizations. 

For over 25 years, she has been an industry thought-leader, trusted talent partner with stakeholder CEO's, CXO’s, board members, and senior executives, adding significant strategic, operational, consultative, and executional value that delivers on best practice, scalable talent objectives, that attract and retain high-caliber diverse & inclusive senior-level and technical leadership talent.  

Dawn has also served as Director of Corporate Recruitment & Talent Acquisition and Senior Talent Partner for organizations both large and entrepreneurial, scaling the growth of companies.  Prior to Gaia Human Capital Consultants, Dawn Co-founded an Impact / Socially Responsible Investment Company and before that venture, she was a successful retained search consultant in the financial services and investment management field, including a 12-year relationship building the Institutional Banking division of Citigroup.

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In this episode, we discuss the art of effective interviewing as a foundation for a successful salary negotiation. It's not just about answering questions about skills and experience - there are nuances to demonstrating your value by connecting your abilities to revenue generation, cost reduction, and problem-solving. Listen for more insights and interviewing tips to position yourself for a higher job offer. 

Our guest, John Gates is the founder of Salary Coach and the author of Act Your Wage, an international best-selling book on pay negotiation. John has served as Head of Global Recruiting for Fortune 500 companies, where he trained hundreds of recruiters to negotiate pay on behalf of corporations. John has since created a low-risk approach for C-suite executives and senior leaders to negotiate 10-20% more in compensation, even in challenging job markets.

You may contact him at john@salary.coach. 

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Things are changing in the job market - and technology is being used more and more to keep up with those changes! How can you position yourself to stand out when part of the vetting process is done by a computer system?

Join Jonathan and executive search professional Dawn Dzurilla as they discuss how to navigate the current job search process to get your foot in the door quickly!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes including Dawn Dzurilla’s full interview!

Dawn Dzurilla is the Founder & Managing Partner of Gaia Human Capital Consultants.  

In 2007, she launched Gaia Human Capital Consultants which has become a nationally recognized and amongst the top 5 leading retained boutique executive search, talent acquisition, and talent management consulting practice focused on delivering senior-level and executive talent solutions to client partners in high-growth Technology, Impact & Sustainability Technology, Renewable & Clean Energy, Cleantech, Universities, Financial Institutions, IoT, SAAS, Wealth & Investment Management, Private Equity, Venture Capital investors, Corporates and non-profit organizations. 

For over 25 years, she has been an industry thought-leader, trusted talent partner with stakeholder CEO's, CXO’s, board members, and senior executives, adding significant strategic, operational, consultative, and executional value that delivers on best practice, scalable talent objectives, that attract and retain high-caliber diverse & inclusive senior-level and technical leadership talent.  

Dawn has also served as Director of Corporate Recruitment & Talent Acquisition and Senior Talent Partner for organizations both large and entrepreneurial, scaling the growth of companies.  Prior to Gaia Human Capital Consultants, Dawn Co-founded an Impact / Socially Responsible Investment Company and before that venture, she was a successful retained search consultant in the financial services and investment management field, including a 12-year relationship building the Institutional Banking division of Citigroup.

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The job market has changed dramatically in the past year - but so has the process for finding a new job. It’s essential to take advantage of the new tactics.

On today’s episode, sales recruiting expert Jamie Schorr joins Jonathan to discuss these new processes as well as several actionable strategies to help you find success in your career transition!

Jamie will also share how important it is to partner with a recruiter or recruiting company and how proper marketing can help you get ahead in your career!

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Jamie Schorr has been a Headhunter for top Sales Leadership Talents for 20 years from Cleveland Ohio. He is the President of Cezanne Recruiting LLC, a company that specializes in being a top resource for hiring and job-seeking needs of various companies. You can reach him at jschorr@cezres.com.

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Everyone has advice on resumes. But we are lucky to have our guest, Executive recruiter Jamie Schorr on the show! Jamie shares his specific insights on what to include - and what to leave out. He will also emphasize the importance of showing the “how-you-did” rather than “what-you-did” on a professional resume.

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Jamie Schorr has been a Headhunter for top Sales Leadership Talents for 20 years from Cleveland Ohio. He is the President of Cezanne Recruiting LLC, a company that specializes in being a top resource for hiring and job-seeking needs of various companies. You can reach him at jschorr@cezres.com.

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Many people use LinkedIn to help find their next executive leadership role, but most fail to use it correctly. Recently, executive recruiter Jamie Schorr joined us today to share some really interesting and actionable insights on how to use the profile correctly as well as how to dig deeper in officially using LinkedIn to make connections.

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Jamie Schorr has been a Headhunter for top Sales Leadership Talents for 20 years from Cleveland Ohio. He is the President of Cezanne Recruiting LLC, a company that specializes in being a top resource for hiring and job-seeking needs of various companies. You can reach him at jschorr@cezres.com.

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Join Jonathan and recruiting expert Nick Malefyt as they discuss strategies to optimize your resume, LinkedIn profile, and online activity to take control of your job search! You will learn actionable tips and actions you can take now to get your foot in the door and advance your career.

You will also learn valuable tips about what not to do in order to set yourself apart!

Nick, as a martial artist, also shares how the tenets of his system apply to helping you get ahead in your career and in life!

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Nick Malefyt is the Director of Professional Staffing for Patel Consultants Corporation, a leading provider of Information Technology staffing services. He brings over 25 years of experience as a recruiter and staffing specialist to the table. Nick is also the owner and master instructor at a TaeKwonDo school in New Jersey.

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This week, I'm excited to talk with my friend, Gary Ireland. Gary is an attorney specializing in employment law, and he has some incredible insights to help you make the most of your career. This is an important topic for leaders at any stage of their career, including leaders who are in the midst of a career transition.

Gary will cover important items, ranging from understanding and managing the expectations of your role from the beginning and communicating well with your colleagues to strategic evaluations and more.

He and Jonathan also discuss how to effectively negotiate offers to ensure that you not only get a competitive compensation package, but also that both you and the company are clear on goals and expectations.

In addition, Gary offers some excellent insight on how to handle workplace issues such as office politics, personality clashes, and other problems that may arise. Both he and Jonathan offer tips and strategies to help you navigate these issues.

Gary and Jonathan then offer perspective on the benefit of a great coach in managing your career, as well as choosing a role that aligns with your needs, values and what you truly love to do.

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Gary Ireland is an Employment Lawyer and principal of Law Offices of Gary E. Ireland. You can reach him at gary@irelandlaw.net. You can also find him online at https://www.irelandlaw.net/ or on LinkedIn.

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Ken Adkins joins us for today's episode! Ken is a headhunter with 47 years of experience working with top companies in the fashion industry; he has a lot of great insights to help you prepare for your successful career transition. You won't want to miss this episode!

Ken offers strategies to help you prepare for the whole process, including your interview. He'll help you present yourself in a confident, clear way - and to deal with both the positive and negative aspects of your professional history. He also gives strategies to help you convey your leadership style, team building philosophy, and experience in a convincing, articulate manner.

He also offers excellent insights regarding some of the current shifts in the business world that have been accelerated by Covid-19 - and he gives essential tips as to how to keep up with them. This includes the current shift to team members at all levels (including executives) working remotely.

There are a lot of opportunities opening up in many industries right now, but with companies pivoting, candidates will often have to present themselves a bit differently than in the past. Ken and Jonathan offer tips to help you set yourself apart - even if you have negative aspects in your work history that you'd rather not focus on.

Ken also has some great "what not to do" stories to share!

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Ken Adkins is the owner of Adkins & Associates Ltd., a headhunting firm that handles management to C-Suite searches for the fashion industry. You can find Ken on LinkedIn or email him at kadkins@adkinsassociates.com.

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I often ask my guests, "What's the dumbest thing you've seen smart people do?"

I ask this for a reason - so that you can learn from others' mistakes and position yourself as the one best candidate for a job you'll love.

In my recent conversation with Ken Adkins, he shared some incredibly interesting stories along with amazing insights to equip you in your career transition.

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes, including Ken's full interview!

Ken Adkins is the owner of Adkins & Associates Ltd., a headhunting firm that handles management to C-Suite searches for the fashion industry. You can find Ken on LinkedIn or email him at kadkins@adkinsassociates.com.

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Preparing for interviews can be more challenging than many would like it to be.

Recently, I had the opportunity to talk with Ken Adkins, a headhunter with 47 years of experience. He has a lot of incredible insights to share, including tips for disclosing any not-so-positive parts of your job history in an interview.

In this episode, he'll help you navigate that situation. You won't want to miss this one!

Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss our upcoming episodes, including Ken's full interview.

Ken Adkins is the owner of Adkins & Associates Ltd., a headhunting firm that handles management to C-Suite searches for the fashion industry. You can find Ken on LinkedIn or email him at kadkins@adkinsassociates.com.

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Search professional Candice Zaniewski is the founder of a specialty recruiting firm that works with companies in several industries, many of which have stayed active or even grown during the changes brought on by Covid-19. Some of these industries include architecture, engineering and manufacturing. She is also active in placing strong candidates in pharmaceutical companies, sales, and other leadership roles.

As a recruiter, Candice is passionate about making sure each stage of the hiring process runs smoothly; however, she stresses the importance of making sure the beginning steps are completed strategically and proactively, as this will often cause the rest of the process to be much easier.

Join Jonathan and Candice as they discuss:

• The best way to advocate for yourself throughout the hiring process
• How to network effectively without being "salesy"
• Their favorite personality assessments to help candidates pinpoint their strengths and communicate with networking contacts, recruiters and decision makers
• How to work and communicate with your recruiter in a way that equips them to advocate for you
• The importance of following through, credibility and overcommunication in your career transition

You'll also learn how to navigate situations that can make a huge difference in your job search (including how to effectively discuss and negotiate compensation) and learn strategies for positioning yourself well in the post-Covid job market.

You can find the assessments Candice and Jonathan discussed, as well as an additional assessment, at the following links:
Strengthsfinders
DISC
JPEA
BANKCode

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Candice Zaniewski is the founder of Tailored Talent, a Talent Acquisition firm that specializes in building strong relationships and tailoring recruitment services for a variety of firms. You can find out more about Candice on LinkedIn as well as at ttalent.com.

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In this episode, we counter the common myth that salary negotiation starts when you receive a job offer. In reality, the negotiation process begins much earlier, right from the initial contact with a company. By understanding the nuances and interviewing tips to strategically answer screening questions, you can position yourself for a better job offer!

Our guest, John Gates is the founder of Salary Coach and the author of Act Your Wage, an international best-selling book on pay negotiation. John has served as Head of Global Recruiting for Fortune 500 companies, where he trained hundreds of recruiters to negotiate pay on behalf of corporations. John has since created a low-risk approach for C-suite executives and senior leaders to negotiate 10-20% more in compensation, even in challenging job markets.

You may contact him at john@salary.coach. 

If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

I get many questions from my clients regarding communication throughout the career transition process.

• What is the right amount of communication, with both my recruiter and hiring parties?
• Will communicating too much become annoying?
• What amount of communication should I expect from my recruiter or a company I've interviewed with?

I recently spoke with veteran search professional Candice Zaniewski about these questions and more, and she gave some very insightful answers. You'll find those in this episode, and much more in her full interview this week!

Candice Zaniewski is the founder of Tailored Talent, a Talent Acquisition firm that specializes in building strong relationships and tailoring recruitment services for a variety of firms. You can find out more about Candice on LinkedIn as well as at ttalent.com.

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Every stage of your career transition is important, as each needs to work together to bring the results you want. Recently, I asked veteran search professional Candice Zaniewski which stage she recommends putting the most focus on.

This is a tough question, and she gave a great answer! In this episode, you'll learn how to advocate for yourself from the start in order to build a great foundation for a smooth and successful career transition.

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Candice Zaniewski is the founder of Tailored Talent, a Talent Acquisition firm that specializes in building strong relationships and tailoring recruitment services for a variety of firms. You can find out more about Candice on LinkedIn as well as at ttalent.com.

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I'm excited to have Bob Burg, co-author of The Go-Giver, on The Career Transition Experts!

In this episode, Bob shares a wealth of information and some incredible strategies to help you approach your networking efforts with an "interpreneurial" mindset. Leaders in the corporate world need to use many of the same strategies that entrepreneurs use to build their networks; they just approach them a bit differently.

Candidates often tend to approach their networking efforts with an end goal in mind - a job. While this makes sense, it also significantly limits their networking ability.

Instead, Bob teaches leaders how to approach networking with a mindset of giving immense value - of somehow making your contacts' lives better. By shifting your focus to a "Go-Give" attitude, you can set yourself apart and become someone that your networking contacts want to help.

Join Bob and Jonathan as they discuss these strategies and how they apply to your job search and career advancement. You'll learn how to influence others and learn how to attract others to yourself and your ideas by aligning your message with their needs.

You'll also learn how to ask the right questions in order to find out how to learn what those needs are, equipping you to quickly build rapport and bring your networking relationships to a higher level.

By applying Bob's advice - by approaching networking with an intention to serve and give immense value to others - you'll likely notice that your own professional goals are easier to reach as well.

You'll find this and much more in this episode! Be sure to subscribe to The Career Transition Experts so you don't miss upcoming content.

Bob Burg shares how a subtle shift in focus in not only a more uplifting and fulfilling way of conducting business but the most financially profitable way, as well. For 30 years he’s helped companies, sales leaders, and their teams to more effectively communicate their value, sell at higher prices with less resistance, and grow their businesses based on Endless Referrals. He is also the co-author of The Go-Giver, which has sold over 950,000 copies. You can learn more about Bob and find his incredible resources at burg.com.

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