Guerrilla HR

In this episode of the Guerrilla HR Podcast, host Becky welcomes Sarah Price, Founder of Live In Your Strengths, for a candid and empowering conversation about the challenges facing new graduates in today’s job market. From viral HR gossip to actionable career advice, Sarah shares her 25+ years of HR expertise to help young professionals navigate the hiring landscape with confidence. Learn how to tailor your resume, optimize your LinkedIn profile, and leverage your strengths to make a lasting impression—without losing your authenticity. Whether you're a recent grad, a concerned parent, or an HR pro looking to support emerging talent, this episode is packed with unconventional wisdom and practical tips you won’t want to miss.

🔥 HR Gossip & Lessons

Becky kicks off with a viral HR moment involving a CEO and Chief People Officer caught on a kiss cam, highlighting workplace romance risks and HR policy implications.

🎓 New Grads & Job Market Realities

Economic volatility and hiring freezes are making it tough for new grads. Unemployment for recent grads is significantly higher than the national average.

💡 Guest Spotlight: Sarah Price

Founder of Live In Your Strengths and certified StrengthsFinder coach. Sarah shares her journey from corporate HR to coaching young adults and her passion to help the next generation align with their strengths.

🛠️ Practical Advice for Job Seekers

Resume Tips: Tailor to job descriptions, include a strong summary, and highlight transferable skills.

LinkedIn Strategy: Create a compelling profile with a catchy headline and custom banner.

Networking: 85% of jobs are filled through connections—learn how to reach out effectively.

Using AI: Great for brainstorming, but authenticity and personalization are key.

💬 Key Takeaways

Lead with your strengths, not your weaknesses. Authenticity builds confidence—and confidence gets interviews. The job search is a full-time effort; strategic networking matters . AI is a tool, not a substitute for your voice.

📣 Final Thoughts

Don’t give up—focus on what you can control. There’s a job out there looking for someone just like you.

Do you know if your paycheck stacks up in today’s market? In this episode, Becky unpacks the loaded concept of competitive pay—what it means, how it's calculated, and why it matters. From minimum wage myths to market-based compensation data, we explore what employers are offering, what workers need to survive, and how far apart those figures really are. Becky shares actionable insights from both internal and external perspectives, touches on the role of the Fair Labor Standards Act, and even dives into the differences between living wage and poverty thresholds. If you're wondering whether your compensation is fair, you're in the right place.

🔍 Key Points Covered:

• Definition and misconceptions around competitive pay

• Why minimum wage falls short of being competitive

• Internal vs. external compensation perspectives

• The role of market data and median benchmarks

• How to evaluate your own pay (and where to get help)

• Differences between cost of labor, cost of living, and poverty guidelines

• Real stats from the Charlotte metro area

• Living wage insights using the MIT Living Wage Calculator

• Listener questions and feedback via TikTok and email

  
  

  📢 Resources Mentioned:

  • MIT Living Wage Calculator

  • Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data

  • Contact: [email protected]

  • TikTok: Guerrilla HR

This week Becky is answering YOUR top Human Resources questions.

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