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What does a New York courtroom have to do with your next job interview? More than you think!!

I recently spent 2 weeks at jury duty, so I sat down with Kerrie Muhammad, JD to learn how interviewing for a job is just like arguing a case in court. Kerrie is a recruiter, Certified Interview Coach, founder of Command the Interview™, and former New York prosecutor with 20 years of experience interviewing victims and witnesses. Kerrie has seen the interview process from every angle, and after listening to this episode, you'll never interview the same way again.

Remember, you're not the candidate. You're the prosecutor!

We cover:

• How Kerrie went from New York prosecutor to helping candidates land jobs with confidence
• What interviewing victims and witnesses taught her about successful communication
• The hidden factors interviewers consider that most candidates never think about
• What qualities make a candidate a top contender, straight from a recruiter who has pushed applications through to hiring committees
• The art of persuasion in interviews: how to get into the room and get into their heads

Get in touch with Kerrie:

• Website: https://www.commandtheinterview.com/
• LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kerriemuhammad/

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Recruiters, headhunters, talent acquisition specialists... Who are they? What do they do? What's the difference? And most of all, how can they HELP YOU in your job search?!

Working with a recruiter can be an incredibly helpful strategy to supplement your job search! After listening to today's episode, you'll know exactly how YOU can utilize recruiters and staffing agencies to help secure your next role.

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How do I get more LinkedIn connections? How do I hit 500+ ? What should I post? What's the point of this whole online networking thing, anyway?

LinkedIn Top Voice Ang Richard returns to the podcast to answer ALL your burning questions! This is YOUR YEAR to grow on LinkedIn, and HOW you do it is completely up to you.

We talk about...

• How to get more LinkedIn connections
• Content options for posting on LinkedIn more consistently
• Employer perspectives on LinkedIn profile content
• How to build your LinkedIn presence without making it your whole personality (OR, go full force into LinkedIn!)
• How to send the perfect LinkedIn connection message
• Why online networking is critical to long-term career success!

We hope you enjoy!

Ang's Socials:

IG / TikTok: @earlycareercorner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-richard/

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This week on Career Composer we're talking about how to make work your favorite! (Elf, anyone?) If you're just not loving your job lately, you have options. You can quit, quiet quit, quiet crack, or JOB CRAFT. You already know which option I'm choosing!

Job crafting is all about tweaking your role to make it work FOR YOU and your goals. Think of your job as a TOOL that can help you get to where you want to be! In this episode, we discuss:

• What is job crafting, anyway?
• How to job craft in a corporate setting, or in a traditional 9 - 5.
• How to job craft in a part-time role, or in customer service or hands-on roles.
• And what to do if job crafting doesn't seem possible (Hint: there are opportunities to work towards your goals EVERYWHERE you look!)

If you're not loving your job right now, this is your sign to TAKE ACTION and change your situation for the better. It will not only be impressive to your future employer, but will make all of your hard work worth it in the end.

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If you're wondering if you should negotiate your salary ...Let me guess, is anxiety trying to talk you out of it? ...The answer is YES, you absolutely 1,000% SHOULD negotiate your salary!

I wish someone had given me this advice before I entered the job market. In this episode, we address EVERY fear, and answer the most common questions Gen Z professionals ask related to salary negotiation.

This crucial step is all part of YOU achieving YOUR career goals! Don't let the opportunity pass you by. 

We cover:

• Why salary negotiation is a normal and EXPECTED part of the hiring process
• What to do if you don't have a competing offer
• What to do if you work in a low-paying industry or field
• Navigating the decision to negotiate in your first full-time job
• Why you should get multiple opinions to determine your market rate
• The gender wage gap - it WIDENED in 2025!

Happy job hunting :)

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The Gen Z experience in the world of work today is nothing short of... Chaotic? Contradictory? Overwhelming? Way too difficult for no reason? Fill in the blank.

Gen Z career coach, entrepreneur, TedX speaker, and LinkedIn Top Voice Ang Richard joins Career Composer for a candid conversation about the challenges we face in the world of work today and how to navigate them. And, how our unique strengths make us best equipped to handle whatever's thrown at us!

We cover:

• The transition from school to work and why it's so difficult
• Ang's tips for success in your first 90 days on the job
• How to make a great first impression in your first full-time job (and in any new role!)
• How to cultivate harmony and collaboration in intergenerational workplaces (Hint: it's all about communication!)
• Why Gen Z is so amazing!!!

Let us know if you resonate with this episode in the comments! We see you, we hear you, and we're sending you all good vibes on your career journey.

Ang's Socials:

IG / TikTok: @earlycareercorner

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-richard/

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1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at [email protected] for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

Happy Monday! I can't tell you the amount of times I've been asked: "How do I follow up after applying for a job?" Today, I'm answering ALL of your questions and sharing why the traditional career guidance is no longer relevant in today's job market. We cover:

• When you should follow up
• How to know who to contact (and whether you should email or LinkedIn message)
• What to SAY!!!

Don't worry about sending the "perfect" email - the important thing is that you put yourself out there and take the necessary step to stand out in a competitive market. Follow @CareerComposer on Instagram to get my FREE email template for following up with employers! 

Thanks for listening!

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Happy Monday! If you desperately need to get your job applications out there, or even if it's your first time job searching -- this episode is FOR YOU! Erin explains the Top 5 steps job seekers need to take to properly apply for jobs, AND how to apply faster than ever before.

Don't miss this episode if you're job searching in today's competitive market! 

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Welcome back to Career Composer for our first episode of 2026! In this episode, we talk about how to set and achieve career goals for the year. This episode is 2 parts -- getting in the right mindset (creating your career vision board) and mapping out realistic, achievable goals. Anything can happen this year!

In this episode:

• Getting in the right mindset for a fresh start
• Creating a conceptual vision board for your life and career
• Setting actionable, realistic career goals
• Staying motivated and avoiding burnout
• Things to remember (and avoid) as you work towards your goals

Quote to remember: “The world is an opportunity to validate your greatness.” -- Alex Toussaint (my favorite Peloton instructor!)

Wishing you an amazing year!

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