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Job Search Stories by Indeed

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Welcome to Job Search Stories by Indeed! Listen as our host, Gina, and Jenn, a seasoned career coach, discuss the hardest parts of the job search, react to social media and answer all your burning questions.
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The Best (and WORST) Career Advice We’ve Seen on Social Media

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more Your job search besties are back with more advice on Internet advice—career edition. Get cozy, Jenn and Gina discuss what’s bad about the bad career advice, what’s good about the good ones, and a little som...

Apr 30, 202519 minSeason 3Ep. 37

Expert Survival Guide to Start a New Job: HR Rep & Career Coach Advice

No matter if it’s your first day on the job or your first job ever, it’ll take time—and tips from your job search besties—to feel like you fit in. Special guest Dr. Genna talks with Gina and Jenn about first-day expectations in-office or remote, plus how to strike the right balance of socializing with new coworkers. Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees...

Apr 23, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 37

The Truth About First Impressions: Job Search Edition

The information in this video is provided as a courtesy. Indeed is not a legal advisor and does not guarantee job interviews or offers. In the age of social media, first impressions aren't just limited to your in-person interview. Special guest and senior director of inclusive hiring, Dr. Gemma Rimer, joins Jenn and Gina in a nuanced discussion of what's really appropriate in the modern world of work. Subscribe to our YouTube channel for more job search strategies!...

Apr 16, 202518 minSeason 3Ep. 36

Salary Negotiation Mistakes We Found On Social Media That You Should Avoid

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. ⁠Download the Indeed mobile app⁠ ⁠Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more The bad news: You've made these salary negotiation mistakes. The good news: There's still a chance you can course correct. So, before you turn down an offer or settle for less than you're worth, see what...

Apr 09, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 35

Should I Negotiate My Job Offer? Career Coach Explains

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more Some job offers don't need a negotiation—they're either unicorns or need to be rejected. It's important to know the difference, and luckily, Jenn and Gina discuss just that and more. Whether you're full-tim...

Apr 02, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 34

How to Network the RIGHT Way: HR Rep & Career Coach Tips

Holly is back with Jenn and Gina to discuss the nuances of using who you know to get a job. Whether you’re a nepo baby or just trying to move up in your current company, grab some valuable advice on what’s fair game when it comes to networking. 0:00 - Intro 0:42 - Should you use your privilege to get a job? 4:02 - Is it ok to network within your company? 7:14 - First steps to network within your own company 9:46 - Reacting to Reddit post Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of...

Mar 26, 202514 minSeason 3Ep. 33

HR Rep & Career Coach's Tips to Avoid Common Networking Mistakes

Put the work into your networking skills to avoid common mistakes with sage advice from your favorite job search duo. Host Gina and Career Coach Jenn chat with Holly, a career strategist, on smarter ways to network—even if you’re an introvert.

Mar 19, 202513 minSeason 3Ep. 32

Career Coach's Expert Tips to Ease Interview Anxiety

Ease those intense interview nerves with a bit of pump-up music and a lot of preparation. Join Jenn and Gin as they dole out practical advice to help make the tough questions seem not so tough anymore. 0:00 - Intro 0:18 - Tips to deal with interview anxiety 3:50 - Techniques to boost confidence 5:40 - Reflecting after the interview 7:17 - How to tell a new job about a pre-planned vacation

Mar 12, 202511 minSeason 3Ep. 32

Rating Interview Advice on Social Media So You Don’t Have To

Ease those interview nerves with host Gina and Career Coach Jenn as they dig into interview advice worth following—and which you can leave on read. Whether it’s your first interview or your fiftieth, we have two psychological tricks that’ll get you in the right headspace every time. 0:00 - Intro 0:20 - Reacting to Reddit post 2:15 - How to prepare for your first interview 3:41 - Good or bad interview advice? 6:50 - Slay or nay game! 13:34 - Psychological tricks in the interview...

Mar 05, 202517 minSeason 3Ep. 31

Job Application Struggles? Here are Our Tips

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Reacting to Reddit post about hiring managers 5:00 - Problems hiring managers face 6:08 - Job search fatigue 8:34 - Overcoming the mental anguish of losing a job 9:26 - Filling out emplo...

Feb 26, 202518 min

Authenticity in the Interview: How To ACTUALLY Be Yourself!

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:57 - Tattoos/piercings in the workplace 6:21 - Swearing during the interview 9:27 - Answering viewer questions 11:11 - How to incorporate personality into your work looks 12:31 - Should you A...

Feb 19, 202517 min

The BEST Way to Use AI Resume Builders from a Career Coach

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:15 - Viewer question 1:52 - AI resumes/cover letters 4:19 - Other helpful resume tools 5:35 - ATS resume hacks 10:07 - Cover letter tips...

Feb 12, 202513 min

Is My Resume Good? Career Coach Critiques REAL Resumes

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:47 - Reddit comment reactions 4:56 - Resume reviews 7:09 - Unnecessary personal info on a resume 8:03 - Information overload on a resume 10:31 - Don’t include a photo or social media handles ...

Jan 31, 202514 min

Career Coach Tips on How to Avoid Job Posting Red Flags, Job Scams & More

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:58 - Personality hires: Good or bad? 1:42 - Hiring for a “culture fit” 4:55 - Job search scams 8:00 - How to spot and protect yourself from a job scam 10:24 - How to report scam jobs on Indee...

Jan 16, 202517 min

Career Coach Helps Me Decide What Work Works for Me

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - Viewer question 1:27 - What are the pros and cons of remote work? 3:44 - Is remote work damaging for new workers who haven't networked yet? 5:06 - Tips for finding a remote job 5:55 - Di...

Dec 10, 202410 min

Corporate, Freelance or Entrepreneurship? Career Coach Break Down

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 Intro 0:15 - Viewer question 2:20 - Is it hard to go back to corporate after doing freelance? 4:45 - How to decide if entrepreneurship is right for you 5:47 - How to navigate a side hustle while employ...

Nov 26, 202412 min

Impact of AI on the Job Market

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:12 - Viewer question 0:55 - Current AI trends in the job market 2:55 - What are some concerns around AI? 4:20 - How can AI be used in a job search? 6:51 - What are some signs that a job posti...

Nov 12, 202416 min

Pay Transparency at Work: Let's Talk About It!

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - Viewer question 1:17 - How do you feel about discussing salary? 2:42 - Should you discuss salary in the workplace? 5:09 - What do you do if you discover a huge salary range between you a...

Oct 22, 202419 min

Salary Negotiation Tips: EVERYTHING You Need to Know

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:18 - Viewer question 1:48 - How do you know if you should negotiate salary? 2:43 - What’s at stake if you don’t negotiate salary? 3:39 - How to figure out your market value 7:02 - How much it...

Oct 01, 202421 min

Rejection in the Job Search: What to Do When You Don't Get the Offer

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:23 - Viewer question 1:46 - How to handle rejection 3:11 - Jenn’s experience coaching someone through job rejection 4:32 - Red flags from job offers 7:46 - Declining a job offer without burni...

Sep 17, 202413 min

Juggling Multiple Job Offers and Recruiter Pressure? Here's How to Handle It!

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:19 - Jenn’s experience with multiple job offers 0:59 - First thing you should do when accepting or rejecting job offers 1:34 - How should you compare job offers? 3:05 - How to choose between ...

Sep 05, 202411 min

Job Offers: What to Expect Before Accepting

Episode Notes Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:09 - Viewer question 2:36 - What should you consider before accepting a job offer? 4:10 - How important is it to think about how you would fit on a team? 6:03 - A game of “Would...

Aug 20, 202414 min

How to Talk About Yourself in Interviews: Everything You Need to Know

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:48 - Viewer question 3:00 - What to share about yourself during the interview & resume phase 3:58 - Gina’s experience with an elevator pitch 5:25 - How to talk about yourself when you don...

Jul 23, 202418 min

Insider Tips from a Career Coach: How to Answer Tough Interview Questions

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:19 - Viewer question #1 1:13 - What is your least favorite type of interview question? 2:44 - What are the different types of interview questions you can be asked? 3:50 - Jenn’s favorite type...

Jul 09, 202419 min

Interviews Don't Have to Be So Bad. Here's Why!

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:21 - Viewer question #1 2:25 - Advice for job seekers that get ghosted 3:41 - What to do if a hiring manager misrepresents the job 5:05 - What to do if the interviewing process is super lengt...

Jun 25, 202419 min

How to Overcome the Hard Parts of the Job Search (like Job Applications or Resumes)

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:22 - Viewer question #1 2:15 - First step you should take in your job search 5:40 - Advice if you’re not getting responses to job applications 9:13 - Should you update your resume for every r...

Jun 11, 202416 min

Overqualified Candidates and Job Hoppers and Imposters, Oh My!

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:20 - Viewer question #1 2:26 - What percentage of people experience imposter syndrome? 4:56 - Practice positive reinforcement 6:26 - Being overqualified or overlooked 10:38 - What do you say ...

May 28, 202418 min

What You Should Actually Put on Your Resume

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 1:06 - Common mistakes Gina and Jenn see on resumes 3:17 - How to get your resume noticed 6:20 - Sharing education on your resume 11:22 - Showcasing your skills 13:58 - What skills are in high ...

Apr 23, 202416 min

How To Build a Resume From Scratch

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more 0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Best advice for resume writing 3:59 - Keep your resume concise 5:35 - Common mistakes with resumes 6:43 - Resume formats 8:58 - Most important sections 12:54 - Episode recap...

Apr 02, 202414 min

Common Misconceptions About Job Searching (Pt. 2)

Indeed provides this information as a courtesy to users of this site. Please note that we are not your career or legal advisor, and none of the information provided herein guarantees a job offer. Download the Indeed mobile app Subscribe to the Indeed YouTube channel for career tips & more

Oct 31, 202319 min
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