Episode description

Getting chosen for an interview means you're doing something right. But, if you’re not getting callbacks or offers, then there are likely specific things that you can tweak when it comes to what you’re sharing and how you’re sharing it. In this episode, Sarah talks through her Job Search Checkpoint Methodology to help show you how to analyze what may need to change and put the shifts into practice.

0:41: In 2021, Pew Research Center did a study with 715 US adults and found one third said they felt more stress than usual, and 56% said they experienced more emotional or mental health issues while unemployed.

1:23: A directionless job search where you simply play the numbers game sets you up for rejection and self-sabotage

1:51: Today I want to share something I created, my Job Search Checkpoint Methodology. It's helped countless clients of mine get hired at top companies without applying to hundreds of jobs.

2:05 Imagine your job search has four steps, just for the sake of simplicity and discussion. Step number one is applying to jobs. Step two is the initial screening calls or interview. Step three is a series of more interviews, more in depth, and four is actually getting hired.

2:28 Between those three steps, there are three checkpoints. One, applying to jobs and not getting interviews. Two, not proceeding past the initial screenings.

And three, Not getting job offers.

4:36: While your resume gets you in the door, your interview is what often helps get you hired.

4:46: Consider the content you're sharing and how you deliver it.

5:05: It can be really helpful to have examples of work or a case study presentation to highlight during your interviews.

5:43: It's important to examine how you speak, your confidence and your body language in interviews.

6:00: Record yourself doing a mock interview.

6:07: Try using Google's interview warmup tool or a screen recording tool like Loom.

7:04: Rejection is not always a reflection of your skills and your experience.

7:35: Ask thoughtful questions about the position or company during your interviews.

7:55: Spend 15 minutes before your next interview preparing some questions you could ask about the team product, or even the company culture. This will help you come across as a more prepared, thoughtful, and mature candidate.

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