Austin shares how to start a job-winning cover letter and set yourself apart from the crowd! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Are cover letters still relevant? [1:50] - Cover letters for your dream job [2:34] - Cover letters increase your callback rate [4:15] - How to start your job-winning cover letter Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for l...
Apr 28, 2025•8 min•Ep. 689
Austin shares the 2 things you need to do in order to see massive career success! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Successful careers have these things in common [1:40] - Caveat: You must take these actions consistently over time [2:29] - Create for 30 minutes per day [10:11] - Reach out to 1 new person every day Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank...
Apr 25, 2025•15 min•Ep. 688
Austin shares his best tips that you can use to prepare for a panel interview! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - What is a panel interview? [2:20] - What you should expect in a panel interview [3:00] - How to prepare for a panel interview [6:21] - Tailor your answers to the panel Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use...
Apr 23, 2025•11 min•Ep. 687
Austin shares 4 different ways that failures helped skyrocket his career! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - We’re taught that failure is BAD [2:23] - Austin’s story of failures [9:39] - What to do with your failures Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course: The Interview...
Apr 21, 2025•13 min•Ep. 686
Austin shares his “Advice Triangle” strategy that will help you network with anyone! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - 2 major challenges [1:37] - What is the “Advice Triangle”? [3:33] - Thing “A” or Thing “B” [5:37] - Execute on the advice [5:58] - Follow up & ask for more advice Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show...
Apr 18, 2025•12 min•Ep. 685
Austin shares a trick that you can use to get 10+ interviews in less than 2 weeks! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Check your LinkedIn inbox! [1:12] - Look for messages from recruiters [1:47] - Make a spreadsheet [1:58] - Reach out! Email Template Mentioned In This Episode: “Hey [Recruiter], I hope you’re having a great week! [X] months ago, you messaged me about an opportunity at [Company]. I wasn’t in the market for a new role then, but I am now. I wanted to reach out to see if you had any r...
Apr 16, 2025•4 min•Ep. 684
Austin shares how you can prepare for and answer “Case Study” interview questions! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Open ended, role related questions [1:32] - What are “Case Study” interview questions [3:03] - Don’t just “think out loud” [5:50] - Ask limiting questions [10:35] - Weave in your experience Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for ...
Apr 14, 2025•15 min•Ep. 683
Austin shares 9 unique questions that you can ask in your next interview that will help you stand out from the crowd! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Asking questions in an interview is important [1:45] - Focus on results [3:11] - Why is the job open? [5:00] - Manager goals [8:34] - Ask about their roadmaps Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you ...
Apr 11, 2025•12 min•Ep. 682
Austin shares 6 LinkedIn hacks that 99% of job seekers don’t know about! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Download your first connections [2:11] - Find content creators at your target companies [4:23] - Find career changers [6:43] - Figure out who’s hiring through their posts [8:19] - Do your cultural research [10:29] - Find salaries in Colorado Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Free Masterclass: Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without Applying Online)! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Cli...
Apr 09, 2025•13 min•Ep. 681
Austin shares why the very best job seekers who land the best jobs spend just 10 more minutes! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Most job seekers end up in a job that chose them [1:16] - Choose your next job instead [2:00] - Spend that extra 10 minutes to see results Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Free Masterclass: Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without Applying Online)! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job w...
Apr 07, 2025•3 min•Ep. 680
Austin shares whether or not you should reach out to multiple people at the same company, on the same team, at the same time! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - You’re bound to reach out to people that know each other [1:30] - Anxiety’s effect on your brain [3:28] - It doesn’t actually matter [5:14] - It can be a positive, too! Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Free Masterclass: Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without Applying Online)! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn mor...
Apr 04, 2025•9 min•Ep. 679
Austin shares how you can talk about experience that you don’t have during an interview when you’re trying to change industries! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Don’t be afraid to talk about experience that you don’t have [1:10] - Don’t lie & don’t avoid the question [2:39] - Be honest! [3:00] - Reiterate that you know the skill is important [3:18] - Show them that you’re working on that skill Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Free Masterclass: Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without A...
Apr 02, 2025•6 min•Ep. 678
Austin shares why job “requirements” aren’t actually required for you to land the job offer! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Yes it’s counterintuitive, but it’s true! [0:51] - Why the “requirements” aren’t required [2:28] - How to apply when you don’t meet the qualifications [3:40] - Find another way to add value Resources Mentioned In This Episode: Free Masterclass: Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without Applying Online)! Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 ...
Mar 31, 2025•5 min•Ep. 677
Austin shares how you can use a Results Tracker to win more job offers and land more promotions! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - It’s hard to remember details [1:45] - What is a Results Tracker? [2:18] - How to set up your Results Tracker [3:51] - Update it 2x per month Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the cod...
Mar 28, 2025•6 min•Ep. 676
Austin shares 11 different things that you can negotiate (besides salary) when it comes to your next job offer! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Of course, salary is most important [1:04] - The BEST negotiation strategy [2:13] - Your Negotiation toolbox [3:15] - Equity, PTO, & Titles [6:42] - Education, Stipends, & Project placement [9:43] - Visibility, Commuting, Relocating, & Start Date Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help yo...
Mar 26, 2025•15 min•Ep. 675
Austin shares 5 daily actions that you can take to massively accelerate your job search! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - It’s hard to know where to invest your time [2:15] - Leave 5 valuable comments on LinkedIn [4:32] - Engage with one potential referral every day [6:03] - Engage with your target companies on LinkedIn [7:17] - Work on upskilling every day [8:46] - Publicly share something you’ve learned Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to he...
Mar 24, 2025•12 min•Ep. 674
Austin shares why you should NOT apply for a job if you meet 100% of the qualifications! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Hiring managers do want 100% qualified candidates [1:18] - Don’t make a lateral move [1:36] - What to do instead Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital c...
Mar 21, 2025•3 min•Ep. 673
Austin shares the one thing you should never do if you’ve landed a job interview! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Getting close to the finish line [1:37] - Don’t slow down because the finish line is approaching [2:49] - Losing momentum [3:31] - Options are a good thing! [4:25] - Realign your priorities Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for l...
Mar 19, 2025•8 min•Ep. 672
Austin shares how sending a simple post-rejection follow up email can lead to more opportunities and job offers! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Rejections happen [1:05] - It’s not the end of the line [2:21] - Keep the relationships alive [3:27] - How to write a post-rejection thank you email [4:33] - An example post-rejection thank you email Example Post-Rejection Thank You Email: "Hi Jamie, Thanks so much for taking the time to chat with me last week! I heard the team made a hire, I'm super ...
Mar 17, 2025•7 min•Ep. 671
Austin shares 5 different ways that content creation can help you accelerate your career! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Content creation makes a HUGE difference! [0:57] - Austin’s content creation journey [3:22] - People will to reach out to you because of your content [4:40] - It starts with friends and family [5:15] - Creating content builds your skillset [6:08] - Opportunities will come your way [7:20] - It’s also a new revenue source [9:39] - Content creation pushes you to explore new ar...
Mar 14, 2025•13 min•Ep. 670
Austin shares 9 things that your parents never told you about searching for a job! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Advice is everywhere, so what advice are you supposed to take? [1:32] - A degree is not a guarantee [2:23] - The odds are terrible [3:03] - 75% of job seekers are applying online [3:32] - It's all about WHO you know [4:34] - Looking for a job is all about sales [5:02] - A resume is not enough [6:57] - Results win jobs, not actions [8:15] - The most qualified candidate doesn’t alwa...
Mar 12, 2025•10 min•Ep. 669
Austin shares how you can research your target companies for cultural fit and value alignment! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Company culture and fit are important! [1:50] - Get clear on your own values [5:33] - Read the benefits page on their website [6:21] - Check reviews on GlassDoor.com [7:38] - Talk to former employees who left for a BETTER job [8:52] - Listen to interviews with company leadership [9:50] - Look up current employees on social media Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click ...
Mar 10, 2025•12 min•Ep. 668
Austin shares when and how you should create and share a Value Validation Project! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Your VVP questions answered [1:00] - What is a Value Validation Project? [2:20] - When to create a VVP [6:48] - How to bring up your VVP in the interview Resources Mentioned In Today’s Episode: DJS - Episode 88 DJS - Episode 203 DJS - Episode 213 Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying on...
Mar 07, 2025•10 min•Ep. 667
Austin shares the 4 R’s that he uses to prioritize success on LinkedIn or any other social platform! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Social media is complicated [3:23] - #1 - Revenue [5:25] - #2 - Relationships [6:04] - #3 - Reactions [6:48] - #4 - Reach Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get...
Mar 05, 2025•12 min•Ep. 666
Austin shares 5 ways that you can bounce back after being laid off! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Lay offs can be all too common [1:11] - Take time to process [2:48] - Get very, very clear on where you want to go [7:00] - Find time to upskill [8:22] - Reach out to your loose network [9:53] - Find time for you Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank ...
Mar 03, 2025•13 min•Ep. 665
Austin shares why networking is way easier when you’re already doing cool stuff! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Starting from scratch is hard [1:14] - Show what you bring to the table [2:26] - Like-minded people will find you [4:16] - Build the value you want to see in the world Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, u...
Feb 28, 2025•6 min•Ep. 664
Austin shares a case study of one client who was able to turn a rejection after 5 interviews into a job offer! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - A rejection ISN’T the end [1:22] - The same thing also happened to Austin at Microsoft [2:15] - The client’s journey [3:47] - Be persistent & increase your value Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you ...
Feb 26, 2025•7 min•Ep. 663
Austin shares his thoughts on how you should handle ghosting in the job search process! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Getting ghosted is frustrating [1:08] - A different perspective [2:04] - One question to ask yourself [3:06] - Create new opportunities for yourself Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Austin’s courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code ...
Feb 24, 2025•6 min•Ep. 662
Austin shares 9 tips that you can use to turn your LinkedIn profile into a job generating machine! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Use LinkedIn to funnel job offer to you [1:03] - First impressions matter [2:33] - Keywords, headlines, & driving results [6:12] - About me, featured, & skills sections [9:44] - Recommendations, community, & content Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying onlin...
Feb 21, 2025•15 min•Ep. 661
Austin shares a simple 4-step process to write a job-winning thank you note after you interview at a company you’re excited about! Time Stamped Show Notes: [0:30] - Should you write a thank you note? [1:49] - Focus & pay attention [2:33] - Email your thank you note [3:57] - What to write in your thank you note [5:48] - Send it right away Want To Level Up Your Job Search? Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online. Check out Aust...
Feb 19, 2025•8 min•Ep. 660
