4 Crucial To-do's before 2017 hits. Let's rule 2017, not the other way around! Check out LinkedIn article for more: http://bit.ly/2hgXgzW Enjoy and sign-up at Dandanglobal.com for more game-changing life, business, and career advice!

I'm sure you've heard this term a thousand times. We're getting deeper into this notion though and breaking it down in layman's terms. It's definitely easier to get a job through human interaction aka networking because you'll have a champion and a connection who will bring you to the top of the resume pile with their vote of confidence. Hear what you need to do to make this happen! A few BIG TIPS for people looking to network and our next podcast will talk more about DOs and DONTs which we already touch upon here.

3 Major Factors to break down your job search decision making matrix. (1) Management Team (2) Technical Potential (3) Financial considerations Your opportunity should have all 3 if not at least 2! Otherwise is it really the BEST AVAILABLE OFFER?

Angle and Accept the Best Available Offer is the most controversial step of the DANDAN Method because everyone has vastly different views when it comes to salary negotiation. I take the middle of the road approach, because from what I've seen, it's worked out the best for everyone! I'll explain why here. Stay tuned for our next episodes which break down how to judge if you really are facing the Best Available Offer, as well as how to negotiate your salary/offers!

Before I became a top-billing headhunter, I was lost and confused as to what to do for my career. Through self-reflection and breaking free from societal and parental constraints, I finally started creating my own destiny and live for myself. Now I live utterly free, passionate solely about Dandan Global and spreading our message far and wide. Today's podcast covers how: - Your childhood experiences impact your career decisions - Societal/parental pressures apply unnecessary strain - How to start thinking outside the box on what you can do as a career This is just the tip of the iceberg... Our next podcast talks more about how to identify what you enjoy doing! Sign-up at Dandanglobal.com if you haven't already!!!

Our guest, Stoney deGeyter, CEO, Pole Position Media, breaks down what it takes to get started and succeed in STEM careers specifically Tech. Whether you're interested in programming, SEO optimization, product management, program management, or marketing in any tech-related enterprise(any business really, you'll need to hear this podcast which answers: - How important are technical qualifications? - What skills employers actually want to see from potential candidates? - How can you get ahead in a career in tech? Stay tuned for Part 2 and 3 which talks more about automation and future of tech!

I walk you through the common areas people over-spend on and how this issue of affordability is ruining the world and our lives as we know it. Don't fall victim to this life-damaging habit of living beyond your means. This is not simply the way to achieve success; this concept is crucial for your survival!

Listen to Stoney and Dandan's interview on EVERYTHING Tech careers: - What to do about tech competition from Asia - Advice for freelancers or those looking to become independent consultants - College, education, and the return on investment - Pros and Cons of outsourcing Add Dandan Global on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter to stay updated with all of our events and advice!

To further illustrate Ep 31's point about the 4 S's matrix, I dive deep into my personal career history. You'll hear everything about my stints across so many different quadrants. I've been in all 4 quadrants! More importantly, I'm illustrating the fact that you can always change your current situation, with reflection, thinking, and hard work. Success is attainable - you can help create more success in your life and career just by evaluating and thinking about each career decision more deeply, learning from each experience! Sign-up at dandanglobal.com for more exclusive content for members only!

Hear Meredith and Dandan's discussion on: - Pursuit of freedom through wealth and entrepreneurship - Lifestyle Business in the modern age - Social responses to our abnormal life decisions - Strategies to pursue entrepreneurship To get in touch with Meredith, reach her at: http://www.sveltetraining.com/about.html As always, sign-up to Dandanglobal.com for more insights from influencers on anything related to careers and job search!