How to Show Off Your Leadership Skills as a Job Applicant
In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with author and team culture expert Shane Hatton. They discusses what buzzwords like ‘company culture’ and ‘cultural fit’ really mean, and how job-seekers can get a feel for a potential employer’s workplace culture. Shane and Andrew also dig into the qualities that make a great leader, including strategies for showing off your leadership skills as a job applicant.
Key Topics:
Understanding what company culture really means
The value of diverse perspectives in building stronger teams
How to identify your personal values and show up authentically
Strategies for positioning yourself as a leader in job interviews
What questions to ask when evaluating leadership and workplace dynamics
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Here's How to Navigate a Government Layoff
In this bonus episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman is joined by career strategist Arianny Mercedes to answer your questions about navigating layoffs in the federal government. They offer tips on revamping your resume for the private sector, finding mission-driven work outside of government and future-proofing your career in the age of AI.
Key Topics:
Discussing your layoff in a job interview without getting political
Reframing your federal experience as a competitive advantage
Translating your skills and past job titles for private-sector roles
The 3 things every professional should be doing for career longevity
Links & Resources:
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Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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Unlocking Your Career Potential: Essential Tips for College Students
In this week’s episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Spearmint Coaching's Fran Berrick about how college students can increase their odds of finding work this summer. Fran explains the importance of conducting a self-audit to understand your strengths and interests, utilizing college career services and building a strong network. She also tackles some common questions about applying for jobs while still a student.
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Kickstart Your Career: Job Search Tips for New Grads
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In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Harleny Vasquez, a recruiter, speaker and career coach for young professionals. Harleny shares advice for recent college graduates on finding internships, nailing interviews and maintaining confidence throughout the job search journey.
Key Topics:
Discovering your strengths through self-reflection
Strategies for finding and applying to internships
Building confidence as an early-career professional
Overcoming interview anxiety
Embracing rejection and staying resilient throughout the job search journey
Links & Resources:
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How to Get Hired in the Age of AI
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In this bonus episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Joseph Fuller, professor of management practice at Harvard Business School. They discuss how technological advancements in AI are changing the way workers do their jobs, search for new ones and remain competitive in the labor market.
Key Topics:
How employers are experimenting with AI
The cost of integrating AI into existing workflows
How job-seekers can upskill on their own
Tips for using AI in your job search
Links & Resources:
Follow Joseph Fuller on LinkedIn here
Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here
Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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