Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16201&preview=true) Finding a new job can be an exhausting process, but it doesn’t have to be. Find Your Dream Job guest Jeremy Cline says there are some simple ways to streamline the process to make it more enjoyable, as well as more efficient. Jeremy suggests setting up templates, creating a set of standard operating procedures for your search, and batching tasks that need to be done. Jeremy also en...
Jul 09, 2025•27 min•Ep. 509
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16161&preview=true) You need a job and you need it now. So you spend hours staring at a computer screen, stressing over the perfect resume and cover letter, and hitting “quick apply.” But Find Your Dream Job guest Shannon Aniciete says you’re doing yourself and your health a disservice by approaching it this way. Shannon has five tips for managing your wellness while looking for your next position, in...
Jul 02, 2025•25 min•Ep. 508
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16158&preview=true) Most people plan their careers only a few times in life: when graduating college, during a career change, or due to a move. But according to Find Your Dream Job guest Anne Lapour, you should continue to plan your career on a regular basis. Anne says our personal life changes affect our careers, so as we evolve in life, we evolve in our work, as well. Self-reflection can give you cl...
Jun 25, 2025•27 min•Ep. 507
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16155&preview=true) Whether you’ve been away from the workforce for a few months or a few years, it can feel challenging to find your way back. But you can relaunch with confidence, says Find Your Dream Job guest Heather Black. Heather states it isn’t uncommon to have times away from working a job, and being unemployed is a great time to level up your skillset. Before you apply for a new position, con...
Jun 18, 2025•24 min•Ep. 506
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16129&preview=true) If relocation is in your future, the time to look for a new job is now. Don’t wait until after the move, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kimi Schiefer. Kimi suggests adding in your upcoming move when filling out your current location on application materials. And while it’s fine to be open to different opportunities, your communication with a hiring manager should stress how much yo...
Jun 11, 2025•25 min•Ep. 505
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16132&preview=true) On May 15, we hosted our second quarterly event of 2025 in partnership with the University of Portland’s School of Business. More than 110 attendees gathered for networking and a panel discussion, “How to Get a Marketing Job in Today’s Uncertain Economy: Why Analytics Gives You an Edge. Together, the panelists brought expertise from across academia, corporate marketing, and entrepr...
Jun 09, 2025•56 min•Ep. 83
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16069&preview=true) Did you know that when you walk into an interview room, you are in the driver’s seat? If you struggle to know what to say during interviews, Find Your Dream Job guest Tanya Maldonado suggests teaching. You teach the employer who you are, what you have to offer, and how you have impacted previous companies. Tanya also says you should prepare questions for them, to get to know more a...
Jun 04, 2025•25 min•Ep. 504
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16078&preview=true) Communication is key when it comes to your job search. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Bryce Henshaw shares their tips for building connections with current colleagues and keeping up with former ones. Bryce also stresses the need for commitment in your career. Choose a job you will love, so that you can be committed to a great outcome, for both the employer and yourse...
Jun 02, 2025•19 min•Ep. 82
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16043&preview=true) What do you think an employer wants to hear from you in an interview? If you said, “My background and skills,” you aren’t wrong. But according to Find Your Dream Job guest Charles McGee, it goes much deeper than that. An employer wants quantifiable facts. How did you make a difference at your previous job that can be measured? Charles also suggests not being afraid to share your we...
May 28, 2025•24 min•Ep. 503
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16008&preview=true) Online applications attract thousands of people looking for a job, but they rule out their ability to stand out from the crowd in a sea of applicants. Find Your Dream Job guest Leila Singh says it isn’t difficult to distinguish yourself. You start by connecting with others. Cultivate a network that you can turn to. Second, captivate the hiring manager with your presence. Stand, spe...
May 21, 2025•27 min•Ep. 502
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15982&preview=true) How do you determine what to do next in your career? That depends on your situation, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kathy Oneto. But if you have time to figure it out, Kathy suggests beginning with self-reflection. Examine peak moments in your work and personal life to determine what’s important to you. Then, Kathy says, ask yourself a series of questions to clarify what you’d like...
May 14, 2025•26 min•Ep. 501
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15979&preview=true) Are you afraid to make a career change because you’re mid-career and you don’t want to start over? What if you didn’t have to? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Mark Crossfield, you can make a change by repurposing the skills and experience you’ve gained. Small steps lead to clarity, so be willing to explore what you enjoy and where that leads. Mark has a valuable reminder: yo...
May 07, 2025•26 min•Ep. 500
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16041&preview=true) What’s it like when a human resources director, who is used to being on the hiring end, has to look for a job? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Rikki Thompson shares her story of being out of work for 7 months, how she created a network in a brand new city, and how she stayed motivated and encouraged through an extended job search. Rikki also talks about why remaining ...
May 05, 2025•17 min•Ep. 81
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/wp-admin/post.php?post=15960&action=edit&classic-editor) When you’re considering a new position, you should take the time to evaluate whether the job is what you’re looking for. That may seem obvious, but too many folks take the first job offered, says Find Your Dream Job guest William Corless, without considering what would make the job enjoyable. William says self-reflection is crucial to understanding what you‘re good a...
Apr 30, 2025•25 min•Ep. 499
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15957&preview=true) What sets you apart in a job search isn’t your credentials; it’s the specific value you bring to a position. Hundreds of applicants can have the required experience and skills for the job. But Find Your Dream Job guest Laura Knights says how you communicate what you uniquely bring to the position sells you as the perfect candidate. Laura suggests beginning with learning about the c...
Apr 23, 2025•26 min•Ep. 499
Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15939&preview=true) Getting in front of a hiring manager can be tricky unless you have a personal connection inside the company. If you don’t, there are ways around that, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kathleen Davis. Kathleen suggests going to LinkedIn to find the names of people you may be speaking with if you apply. It’s important to follow to the letter the application directions, while also seekin...
Apr 16, 2025•24 min•Ep. 497
Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15936&preview=true) You’ve been searching for a job and you finally have an interview, but something doesn’t feel right. At what point do you walk away? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Andy Hibel, you need to consider several factors when making that decision. If your goals and values don’t match those of the company, it might not be the right fit for you. Andy also stresses the need for working...
Apr 09, 2025•26 min•Ep. 496
Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15947&preview=true) Job seeking is difficult for most folks, but for someone who has been out of the workforce for years, it can prove even more challenging. Where do you start, when you don’t have a resume filled with experience and skills? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Katie Barberis talks about how she used volunteering to lead to a new career after years as a stay-at-home mom. Katie...
Apr 07, 2025•13 min•Ep. 80
Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15926&preview=true) Does networking feel icky to you? If so, you’re doing it wrong, according to Find Your Dream Job guest Angie Callen. Networking is simply building and nurturing relationships with others, and we all do that with friends and family every day. Angie suggests being proactive but not aggressive and focusing on long-term relationships. She says it’s a mistake to only seek someone out for...
Apr 02, 2025•25 min•Ep. 495
Check out the podcast on Macslist here:(https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15923&preview=true) If you view networking as developing relationships with strangers, it’s time to rethink it. In today’s world of work, networking looks very different. Find Your Dream Job guest Felicia Ann Rose Enuha says your network begins with your own family and friends. Once you reach out to let them know what you’re interested in, they can connect you with people in their own network who may b...
Mar 26, 2025•25 min•Ep. 494
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15920&preview=true) If you think you’re in the wrong job, there is a way to change that. But first, you need to know why you accepted that position. Find Your Dream Job guest Patricia Ortega says there are external and internal reasons we take jobs that are wrong for us. Perhaps your parents wanted you in a certain career, or you chose this path for the money, but now you find yourself burned out and ...
Mar 19, 2025•27 min•Ep. 493
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15902&preview=true) Employers want to hire people who are great communicators, who can collaborate with others to solve problems, and who receive correction well. These qualities are known as soft skills, and Find Your Dream Job guest Yadi Caro says you can learn them if you feel lacking. While hard skills matter, Yadi says those who communicate well, know how to set priorities, and work well with oth...
Mar 12, 2025•26 min•Ep. 492
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15883&preview=true) Getting good at job hunting takes practice, and Find Your Dream Job guest Trudy Hylemon says it makes a real difference in your chances of getting an interview or being hired. Trudy suggests beginning by having someone review your resume and cover letter. Choose your references carefully, and be sure they can share how your talents will match the job. Trudy emphasizes the importanc...
Mar 05, 2025•25 min•Ep. 491
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15852&preview=true) If you are applying to hundreds of jobs each week, it can be difficult to remember what all you’ve applied to. So when you get an interview, you may appear not to be excited about it, and that is a red flag to an employer. Find Your Dream Job guest Julissa Vasquez says a great way to stand out from other applicants is to know why you want the job, why you’re the best fit for the jo...
Feb 26, 2025•25 min•Ep. 490
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15849&preview=true) You’re in the interview room and the hiring manager asks a question you don’t know the answer to. Does it derail you entirely, or make you feel stupid or unprepared? Find Your Dream Job guest Jess Guzik says imposter syndrome can do all those things, even for highly skilled employees. To combat it, Jess suggests practicing interview questions beforehand and having a few stories or ...
Feb 19, 2025•25 min•Ep. 489
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15846&preview=true) If you’re spending an hour or more customizing a resume and cover letter for each job you apply to, you’re wasting time, says Find Your Dream Job guest Danny Leonard. Danny specializes in helping folks cut the grunt work and focus on the tasks that result in interviews and job offers. Begin by knowing what job you want and why. Make a list of companies you want to work at, and then...
Feb 12, 2025•27 min•Ep. 488
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15843&preview=true) Post-Covid, the workplace has changed from all remote to a mashup of many styles. If you are a job seeker trying to figure out what type of environment suits you, Find Your Dream Job guest Liz Bronson says to begin by clarifying what your life requires. Is flexibility your top priority? Or do you need community more? Do you want a mix of community and the ability to flex your sched...
Feb 05, 2025•26 min•Ep. 487
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15834&preview=true) Do you see your career as a journey or a destination? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Tracey Lam shares why she expects speed bumps and detours as part of her career journey. Tracey has a long and varied work history, and she was not afraid to switch fields and sectors to find her dream job. Tracey also talks about why she narrowed her network to a small group of peop...
Feb 03, 2025•16 min•Ep. 79
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15821&preview=true) Are you spending valuable time filling out online applications and sending in resumes to any open positions you see? If so, Find Your Dream Job guest Danielle Cobo has some advice for you. She recommends focusing on building out your LinkedIn profile and using that to connect with hiring managers and others in your chosen field. Getting hired is not a numbers game, but rather a str...
Jan 29, 2025•25 min•Ep. 486
Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15794&preview=true) Setting and revisiting your job search goals is essential for success, especially in a constantly evolving market. Find Your Dream Job guest Kristen McConnell shares her expert insights on how to approach your job search with focus and flexibility. From emerging professionals to mid-career candidates and passive job seekers, Kristen offers actionable strategies to help you stay pro...
Jan 22, 2025•26 min•Ep. 485
