Interview Boss

Welcome to Interview Boss hosted by sisters Emma and Sarah Smith. This podcast is all about providing advice, inspiration and support for job seekers. Whether you're between jobs, or looking for your dream promotion, we're here to give you the tips, tricks and behind the scenes knowledge you need to be the boss of your career. We'll dive deep in to all things resume, cover letter, job application, job search strategy, interviews and offer negotiations. We're going to bring you a mix of advice shows, interviews with influential hiring managers, as well as job seeker stories all to help you during your job hunt. Hit subscribe, and get ready to be the BOSS of your career.

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You only have 20 seconds to make a great first impression

Research suggests that in the first 20 seconds of meeting your interviewer, they may have ALREADY made their mind up about your skill, ability and knowledge. So how do you make sure that first impression is a great one?! It’s down to the little things. In this episode we talk about all the things that can help shape that first impression in a face to face or video interview. We tackle the awkward covid handshake question, talk about why too early is just as bad as late, and even share a true sto...

Feb 08, 2021•26 min•Season 1Ep. 7

11 tips for mastering internal applications

One of the best places to find a new job could be the company you’re already working for! Whether you’re looking for a promotion, or a chance to move into another area, being an internal applicant can be a huge advantage! But how do you manage the internal politics, and what if you don’t get the role?! In this episode we give you our 11 top tips for internal applications - things you can do right now, and also things to think about longer term to make sure you’re in the best position when the jo...

Feb 01, 2021•31 min•Season 1Ep. 6

The three part cover letter

Resumes and cover letters go together like peas and carrots. But do you HAVE to include a cover letter? You asked, and we delivered - in this episode we cover the cover letter - does anyone read them, and how long should you spend perfecting it? Want more job seeker tips and tricks? We put out new episodes every week, so hit subscribe so you don't miss out! 📄 To get our FREE resume template go to www.interviewboss.com.au/resources 💌 Follow us on Instagram 💻 Check out our website for free jobs...

Jan 25, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 5

The BEST way to prepare for a job interview

You did it, you landed an interview! Now the nerves set in - how do you make sure you nail it and get that job offer?! Most people would start by googling ‘common interview questions’ BUT we’ll tell you why that’s the exact opposite of where you should start. We’ll also tackle the tricky question - what’s your biggest weakness? In this episode we talk about the three key things you can do to make sure you’re ready to be the BOSS of your interview (see what we did there?...) Want more job seeker ...

Jan 18, 2021•22 min•Season 1Ep. 4

10 reasons you don't hear back from a job application

You find your dream job. You put together the perfect application, and then… 👻 GHOSTED It’s the most frustrating and heartbreaking part of a job search. You don’t know whether you’re still in the running, or whether you weren’t the right fit. In this episode we cover 10 reasons why you might not hear back from a job application, so you’ll have some idea what’s going on behind that resume black hole. Want more job seeker tips and tricks? We put out new episodes every week, so hit subscribe so yo...

Jan 11, 2021•30 min•Season 1Ep. 2

So... tell us about yourself (aka the art of storytelling)

It’s guaranteed to be the first question you get in an interview. So… tell us about yourself! How do you make an impact with your answer, and be remembered overall? The secret is STORYTELLING! Crafting your experience or achievements into a story will help you be more memorable, trusted and believed by your potential employer. In this episode we explain why storytelling is so powerful in the job search process, we give you a live example, and show you how to use it to tackle some of those awkwar...

Jan 11, 2021•20 min•Season 1Ep. 3

EVERYTHING you need to know about resumes

Resumes - everyone hates writing them, but you won’t get far in your job search without one! It’s a snapshot of who you are as a person, and it can help you get through to the next stage of the process! In this episode we dive deep into all things resumes. When to think about your resume, how to structure your resume, what to include and what NOT to include. Packed full of real examples, this episode will have you itching to pull out the laptop and update yours. Want more job seeker tips and tri...

Jan 11, 2021•45 min•Season 1Ep. 1

Welcome to Interview Boss

Welcome to Interview Boss. This podcast is all about providing advice, inspiration and support for job seekers. Whether you're between jobs, or looking for your dream promotion, we're here to give you the tips, tricks and behind the scenes knowledge you need to be the boss of your career. We'll dive deep in to all things resume, cover letter, job application, job search strategy, interviews and offer negotiations. We're going to bring you a mix of advice shows, interviews with influential hiring...

Sep 20, 2020•3 min

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