Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job

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If you are applying to hundreds of jobs each week, it can be difficult to remember what all you’ve applied to. So when you get an interview, you may appear not to be excited about it, and that is a red flag to an employer. Find Your Dream Job guest Julissa Vasquez says a great way to stand out from other applicants is to know why you want the job, why you’re the best fit for the job, and the immediate needs of the company. Julissa wants you to do your research on the people who work there, and the values of the company, and then share how you can meet those needs with specific examples that show you really want this job. 

Julissa Vasquez the people and culture director for Adelante Mujeres. It’s an Oregon-based nonprofit that’s building a more just society by empowering Latinas to lead.

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You’re in the interview room and the hiring manager asks a question you don’t know the answer to. Does it derail you entirely, or make you feel stupid or unprepared? Find Your Dream Job guest Jess Guzik says imposter syndrome can do all those things, even for highly skilled employees. To combat it, Jess suggests practicing interview questions beforehand and having a few stories or past experiences ready to share that can apply across the board. Jess also says to stop expecting yourself to be perfect and accept that you are enough right where you are. 

Jess Guzik is a career and an executive coach. Jess also hosts The Art of Speaking Up podcast.

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If you’re spending an hour or more customizing a resume and cover letter for each job you apply to, you’re wasting time, says Find Your Dream Job guest Danny Leonard. Danny specializes in helping folks cut the grunt work and focus on the tasks that result in interviews and job offers. Begin by knowing what job you want and why. Make a list of companies you want to work at, and then pursue conversations with them. Danny suggests using LinkedIn to make connections at your targeted companies. Use your time wisely and nail down a job search strategy that gets results.

Danny Leonard is the co-founder of Ramped. 

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Post-Covid, the workplace has changed from all remote to a mashup of many styles. If you are a job seeker trying to figure out what type of environment suits you, Find Your Dream Job guest Liz Bronson says to begin by clarifying what your life requires. Is flexibility your top priority? Or do you need community more? Do you want a mix of community and the ability to flex your schedule? Once you know what you need, read the job posting carefully, ask pertinent questions, and find the information you need to make the best decision for your life and circumstances. 

Liz Bronson is an HR leader with more than two decades of experience. Liz also co-hosts the excellent podcast, Real Job Talk.

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Do you see your career as a journey or a destination? On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Tracey Lam shares why she expects speed bumps and detours as part of her career journey. Tracey has a long and varied work history, and she was not afraid to switch fields and sectors to find her dream job. Tracey also talks about why she narrowed her network to a small group of people when she began the job search process. Learn more about Tracey’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series. 

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Are you spending valuable time filling out online applications and sending in resumes to any open positions you see? If so, Find Your Dream Job guest Danielle Cobo has some advice for you. She recommends focusing on building out your LinkedIn profile and using that to connect with hiring managers and others in your chosen field. Getting hired is not a numbers game, but rather a strategic journey toward finding a job that fulfills your goals, considers your values, and meets your non-negotiables. 

Danielle Cobo is a career consultant who works with medical sales professionals. Her company’s services include resume writing, LinkedIn optimization, and interview preparation. 

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Setting and revisiting your job search goals is essential for success, especially in a constantly evolving market. Find Your Dream Job guest Kristen McConnell shares her expert insights on how to approach your job search with focus and flexibility. From emerging professionals to mid-career candidates and passive job seekers, Kristen offers actionable strategies to help you stay proactive and make meaningful progress toward your career objectives.

Kristen McConnell is the chief operating officer at Mulberry Talent Partners. 

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You might be willing to accept any position offered to you, but that can often lead to a poor fit within a company. Find Your Dream Job guest Jessica Conn says fitting into the culture of a workplace is crucial to your future with that employer. Your values, beliefs, and actions need to align with those of the environment. Jessica suggests doing enough research before an interview to ask clarifying questions of the hiring manager. Don’t go against your values for a paycheck, or you could find yourself back in the job search sooner than you hoped. 

Jessica Conn is the human resources manager at Oregon AFSCME Council 75. 

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Are cover letters still relevant in a world with applicant tracking systems? Absolutely, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kai River. Your cover letter is a chance to tell an employer who you are, why you’re the best person for the job, and the experience you bring to the table. Kai says you should personalize your cover letter for each position you apply for, and share relevant stories that apply to that field or specific job. Kai also suggests keeping your cover letter to one page if possible. 

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Kai River is the human resources administrator at Habitat for Humanity Portland Region. 

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Making it to a final interview is not a guaranteed job offer. If you’re meeting with the CEO or higher management, this is the time to stand out from the other candidates. Find Your Dream Job guest Frank Smith shares how to do that in a positive way. Come prepared with relevant questions. Be clear on why you think this job is the right one for you. Don’t bad-mouth a former employer. And, most importantly, says Frank, do your research on the company so you can state clearly why you’re the best fit for the position and the company as a whole. 

Frank Smith is the president of Mosaic Personnel. It’s a recruiting firm that places great people in the right opportunities.

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