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This week, Jeff and I are diving into a topic that can feel like a high-stakes waiting game… promotions! It’s incredibly frustrating to feel like you’re crushing your current role only to be passed over, or worse, to feel pressured into a new position that you aren't even sure you want. We want to take the mystery out of moving up and help you feel confident in advocating for the career progression you’ve earned.

This week, Jeff and I talk about:

• What actually counts as a promotion
• The four key pillars leaders look for when promoting
• How to handle internal competition with colleagues
• A clever resume trick for fast-tracked promotions
• What to do when you’re "too good" to be moved out of your current role
• Knowing when it’s time to stop waiting and start your exit strategy
• Why you should never apply for a promotion you don't actually want

Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

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This week, Jeff and I are tackling an awkward conversation: asking for a raise. We know how terrifying it can feel to sit down and tell your boss you deserve more money, especially when you’re worried about being a "bother" or, worse, putting a target on your back. But you shouldn’t have to do the work of three people while only being paid for one. We’re here to help you navigate these high-stakes conversations with confidence and a clear plan.

This week, we are talking about:

•   The psychology of why asking for more is so scary
•   How to know if you’re actually ready and deserving
•   The "long game" roadmap for securing a raise
•   Setting concrete milestones with your manager
•   How to determine the right dollar amount or percentage
•   The best (and worst) times to have the conversation
•   What to do if your request gets shut down
•   Leveraging outside offers without burning bridges

Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

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https://youtu.be/z9oEbG1GhqM?si=qOCB3yLLnETzFEJY

Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

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This week, Jeff and I are diving into the student resume. It is incredibly common to feel like you have nothing to offer an employer when your work history is thin, but we are here to tell you that you have way more to brag about than you realize! Whether you’re a student, a recent graduate, or a parent trying to help your kid get a head start, we’re going to show you how to turn everyday campus life into a high-impact resume.

We’re talking about:

• The "Experience" vs. "Professional Experience" distinction
• Why unpaid volunteer work can be more valuable than a summer job
• How to add bullet points to your Education section
• Extracting "downstream impact" from simple campus roles
• The secret to getting recruited for on-campus jobs
• Why you should never hide a good GPA
• Reframing class projects as practical work experience
• Prioritizing student involvement over entry-level service roles

Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

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Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

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This week, Jeff and I talked about the WORST part of the job search…the silence after you apply. It’s incredibly frustrating when you’re qualified for a role but just aren’t hearing back. If you’re feeling stuck or starting to take the lack of response personally, this episode we’re sharing exactly how to diagnose the silence, gain experience while unemployed, and the right way to follow up with a hiring manager.

We’re talking about:

• The “Success Rate” math for your resume
• How to tell if you have a “you” problem vs. a resume problem
• Identifying and closing your specific skill gaps
• Why “inflated” applicant numbers shouldn’t scare you
• How to gain experience while unemployed
• The exact script for following up with a hiring manager
• Why silence isn’t always a rejection
• Productive ways to handle the waiting period

Listen in to help us help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

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https://youtu.be/z9oEbG1GhqM?si=qOCB3yLLnETzFEJY

Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

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We’ve all had those moments where we missed a target, went over budget, or a project didn’t go as planned, and it can feel like those experiences are “un-hirable” dealbreakers. Employers aren’t looking for perfection; they’re looking for accountability and growth. In this episode, Jeff and I are going to show you how to take those stressful “losses” and reframe them into powerful wins for your resume and interviews.

This week, Jeff and I talk about:

• Turning “missed targets” into impressive achievements
• Strategic exclusion on your resume (what they don’t need to know)
• Why hiring managers actually want to hear about your mistakes
• How to spin a mid-project pivot as a major accomplishment
• The “budget trick” for making overspent projects look successful
• Owning team wins even if you didn’t do it alone
• Which failures should never, ever be on your resume

Listen in to help us help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

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Greg’s FREE Resume Writing Course is available here: 

https://youtu.be/z9oEbG1GhqM?si=qOCB3yLLnETzFEJY

Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

Greg’s Resume REVIEW Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/resume-linkedin-reviews

This week, Jeff and I are talking about how professional recruiters review resumes. It is almost IMPOSSIBLE to know what a recruiter is actually thinking when they look at your resume, but we’re pulling back the curtain on how hiring decisions are made and even walking through a live review to help you feel confident and prepared.

This week, Jeff and I talk about:

• The 10-second resume scan
• Common design and branding pitfalls
• How to use "bullet point titles" for maximum impact
• Transferable skills during career transitions
• Showcasing evidence through results and metrics
• Moving from the "maybe" pile to the "yes" pile
• Strategic professional development placement
• What recruiters prioritize behind the scenes

Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

Download my FREE Job Search Starter Pack:
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Greg’s FREE Resume Writing Course is available here: 

https://youtu.be/z9oEbG1GhqM?si=qOCB3yLLnETzFEJY

Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

Greg’s Resume REVIEW Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/resume-linkedin-reviews

This week, Jeff and I are diving into toxic workplaces. If you’ve ever felt stuck, drained, or unappreciated, please know that you aren’t alone. We want to help you identify those early red flags and show you how to protect your wellbeing while you plan your next move.

This week, Jeff and I talk about:

• The definition of a toxic workplace
• Early warning signs to watch for
• The long-term career and health impacts of staying too long
• Strategies for surviving a difficult environment
• How to build a circle of trusted allies
• Why job searching can actually make your current situation feel better
• Leaving your job without damaging your future
• Navigating exit interviews and setting hard boundaries

Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

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Greg’s FREE Resume Writing Course is available here: 

https://youtu.be/z9oEbG1GhqM?si=qOCB3yLLnETzFEJY

Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

Greg’s Resume REVIEW Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/resume-linkedin-reviews

This week, Jeff and I are tearing up the "rulebook" to show you how to actually use your degrees and certifications to sell yourself.

The biggest mistake we see isn't about where you went to school, it’s about how you present that information. We dive deep into why you should almost always remove your graduation dates to protect yourself from age discrimination, and how to handle those "in-progress" or unfinished degrees so they still work in your favor.

We’re talking about:

• The golden rule of resume real estate: top vs. bottom
• How to list degrees you didn’t actually finish
• Why your graduation date may be hurting your chances
• Using “Relevant Coursework” to your advantage
• The LinkedIn Learning “trap” and how to avoid it
• When a hobby like hiking or triathlons belongs on a resume
• How to “double dip” on awards to catch a recruiter’s eye
• Handling expired certifications the right way

Listen in to help us help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

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Greg’s FREE Resume Writing Course is available here: 

https://youtu.be/z9oEbG1GhqM?si=qOCB3yLLnETzFEJY

Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

Greg’s Resume REVIEW Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/resume-linkedin-reviews

This week, Jeff and I are tackling a struggle that almost every job seeker faces but rarely talks about: the discomfort of "tooting your own horn." 

We’ve been conditioned our whole lives to believe that bragging is rude, so when it comes time to write a resume or head into an interview, we suddenly feel the imposter syndrome kick in, just for sharing our successes. If you’ve ever felt like your work "isn't that impressive" or you're terrified of being called out for taking credit on a team project, this episode is for you. We’re here to give you permission to brag and show you how to do it with total confidence.

We’re talking about:

• Why "it was just part of my job" is a resume-killer
• Two specific tactics for including numbers when you don't have the exact data
• How to take credit for group projects without feeling like a liar
• Turning a demotion into a "high-stakes" success story
• Why your "work bestie" is the secret weapon for your resume
• How to "brag" about meetings where you didn't even speak
• The "Over Method" for safe and accurate data estimation

Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

Download my FREE Job Search Starter Pack:
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Greg’s FREE Resume Writing Course is available here: 

https://youtu.be/z9oEbG1GhqM?si=qOCB3yLLnETzFEJY

Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

Greg’s Resume REVIEW Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/resume-linkedin-reviews

This week, Jeff and I are tackling the "messy" resume. If you’ve ever looked at your work history and felt like it was too complicated to explain, you aren’t alone. There are so many variables (gaps for family or school, received a quick promotion, or navigated a company merger) that it’s easy to feel like your background is a puzzle that won't fit together. We’re here to show you that there is a neat, professional way to frame every single one of those "complex" situations so you can tell your story with confidence.

This week, Jeff and I talk about:

• How to decide when to combine or separate job titles
• Strategic ways to list company mergers and acquisitions
• The simple "gap filler" trick for education or family leave
• How to highlight interim leadership and temporary roles
• Structuring project-based work and consulting blocks
• Downplaying irrelevant recent roles to pivot back to a former industry
• Why a long tenure at one company isn't the problem you think it is

Listen in to help us, help you give yourself the best chance of landing your Next Job… NOW :)

Download my FREE Job Search Starter Pack:
https://greglangstaff.kit.com/free-resources

Greg’s FREE Resume Writing Course is available here: 

https://youtu.be/z9oEbG1GhqM?si=qOCB3yLLnETzFEJY

Greg’s Resume WRITING Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/must-hire-packages  

Greg’s Resume REVIEW Services can be found here: 

https://greglangstaff.com/resume-linkedin-reviews