People often set goals when it comes to their job searches and careers. Unfortunately, not all goals are created equal. Aiming for the wrong goal can set you up for failure, lead you astray, or even make you feel stuck in your career.
Michael Bungay Stanier, Founder of Box of Crayons, and author of the best-selling book The Coaching Habit, sat down with LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman to discuss setting and reaching career goals, how to navigate your next steps and why a solid support system is so important.
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On this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Senior Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Walmart Chief People Officer Donna Morris and Chief Talent Officer Lo Stomski. They discuss how Walmart – the largest private employer in the U.S. – is envisioning a skills-first future. They also explain how the company is using AI to level up its HR department and promote career advancement. Plus, they share their top tips for landing your next job.
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Walmart's Talent Execs Say the Future Is All About Skills

On this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with policymakers, academics and talent executives to hear how employers and business leaders are thinking about ageism and work. We’ll hear about strategies for getting hired as an older worker, the benefits of multigenerational workforces and how AI is impacting all of this. While this episode marks the final installment of our special series on ageism, we’ll be continuing the conversation in future episodes of the show. 
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Tackling Ageism: How Experts View Ageism in the Workforce

Imposter syndrome is a real and pervasive problem. It’s associated with burnout, depression and anxiety, and it holds us back from reaching our full potential and achieving career satisfaction. So, what can we do to conquer our imposter syndrome at work?
On this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Deesha Dyer, former White House social secretary and author of the book Undiplomatic: How My Attitude Created the Best Kind of Trouble. Deesha discusses her career path from hip hop reporter to White House intern to social secretary for the Obama administration, and shares how she overcame her own feelings of imposter syndrome at work. She also offers advice on practicing self-compassion, challenging negative thoughts and seeking support. 
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How to Conquer Imposter Syndrome in Your Job Search and Career

Workplace ageism is a pervasive issue in the U.S. According to an AARP survey from 2021, 78 percent of workers between the ages of 40 and 65 say they’ve seen or experienced age discrimination at work. So, what strategies can employers and employees use to combat ageism?
On today’s show, LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Ashton Applewhite, an anti-ageism advocate and the author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism. They discuss what companies and hiring managers can do to fight age bias during the hiring process, and what employees can do to support older colleagues. Ashton also explains why deepening our understanding of ageism is so important, and how the same tools used to combat other forms of prejudice can be applied in the case of ageism.
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Tackling Ageism: Strategies for Fighting Age Bias at Work

Graduation season has arrived in the U.S with over a million people earning their college degrees and gearing up to enter the workforce. Many of them will be entering the world of work for the first time. If you fall into this bucket, you might feel a little overwhelmed right now. 
To help make the move easier, LinkedIn News Editor Andrew Seaman is talking with Sho Dewan, a career coach and founder/CEO of Workhap. Sho shares advice for recent graduates as they venture into the workforce. They dive into strategies for making a lasting impression, setting ambitious career goals, and charting a path towards long-term success.
Whether you're stepping into your first job or exploring career paths, this episode is for anyone navigating the challenges and opportunities of post-grad life.
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How to Set and Achieve Your Job Search and Career Goals

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