
You Got This: What to Do Before a Job Interview, with Michael Buck
05/29/24 • 24 min
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Job interviews aren’t something we tend to do regularly, so it’s normal to be nervous going into one. According to Find Your Dream Job guest Michael Buck, preparation is key because hiring managers can tell who’s done their homework. Begin by studying the job description and getting a handle on the specific duties it requires. Michael adds that because the hiring process can be so stressful, you need to be sure to practice adequate self-care before, during, and after any interviews. Finally, prepare a list of questions for the panel. A candidate with zero questions appears to have little to no interest in the job.
About Our Guest:
Michael Buck is a recruiter and a human resources manager with deep roots in the nonprofit sector.
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Connect with Michael on LinkedIn.
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Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=15060&preview=true)
Job interviews aren’t something we tend to do regularly, so it’s normal to be nervous going into one. According to Find Your Dream Job guest Michael Buck, preparation is key because hiring managers can tell who’s done their homework. Begin by studying the job description and getting a handle on the specific duties it requires. Michael adds that because the hiring process can be so stressful, you need to be sure to practice adequate self-care before, during, and after any interviews. Finally, prepare a list of questions for the panel. A candidate with zero questions appears to have little to no interest in the job.
About Our Guest:
Michael Buck is a recruiter and a human resources manager with deep roots in the nonprofit sector.
Resources in This Episode:
Connect with Michael on LinkedIn.
Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What To Do When You Don’t Know What’s Next, with Andrea Yacub Macek
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You feel like it’s time to make a career change, but you aren't sure which direction you should take. How do you know what to do next? Find Your Dream Job guest Andrea Yacub Macek says you begin by getting clear on what you want from your career, or at least the next level. Then, focus on only one or two areas or goals, and make a decision on what to do as your next step. Finally, Andrea suggests identifying the pieces and parts of your dream job and connecting them with specific positions or companies you’d like to apply to.
About Our Guest:
Andrea Yacub Macek is the founder and CEO of AYM Consulting.
Resources in This Episode:
- Are you a high-performing female who’s ready for change? Let Andrea empower you to achieve your highest career success yet by visiting www.aymconsulting.io.
- Andrea would love to connect with you and offer support in your career change. Connect with her on LinkedIn.
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How to Know if You’re on the Right Career Path, with Kyle Kavas
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It’s not unusual for someone to get a few years into their career and wonder if they’re headed in the right direction. Choosing a major in college doesn’t guarantee that you’ll be happy in that field for years to come. How do you know if you’re on the right path? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Kyle Kavas, you start by asking yourself 3 questions- do you like your job? Do you like your coworkers? Do you align with the company and its values? If the answers to those questions are yes, it’s likely you’ve chosen the right path, at least for now.
About Our Guest:
Kyle Kavas the president of UPLIFT Leadership. It’s a nonprofit that helps people figure out who they are, what they want to do, and how to uplift others.
Resources in This Episode:
- Kyle and the team at UPLIFT Leadership have programs for young professionals and students who identify as underemployed.
- Learn more about the Career Summit, a 4-day workshop for young people ages 16-26, who are newer to the workforce and are ready to build their job search and readiness skills.
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