The Ramped Podcast

TRP - Season 4, Episode 11: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Tobi Oluwole, Co-Founder at 3Skills and Content Creator.

IN THIS EPISODE, TOBI AND BEN COVER:

01:18 - Who is Tobi Oluwole?

03:42 - Tobi’s career evolution

06:06 - Knowing what you want and why you want it

12:16 - One mistake you’re making navigating your career

15:50 - 4 career lessons you can’t miss

26:33 - Why today’s market is so difficult

31:18 - Building strategic relationships when networking

38:00 - Utilizing new technologies in the job search

40:10 - One massive job search hack

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON TOBI:

Tobi is a Nigerian-Canadian Entrepreneur that is passionate about helping people achieve fulfillment in their everyday lives. He is the Co-Founder of 3Skills, a company whose mission is to create the world’s most employable candidates. Tobi is also a content creator, startup advisor and coach. In his free time, he loves spending time with his family and friends, watching soccer, and traveling. 

Find in these places:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/thetobioluwole/
Website - https://www.tobioluwole.com

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 10: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Mildred Talabi, LinkedIn Visibility & Personal Branding Coach.

IN THIS EPISODE, MILDRED AND DANNY COVER:

01:06 - Who is Mildred Talabi?

02:59 - Becoming visible during economic uncertainty

04:37 - How to communicate your story effectively

07:18 - Discovering what you’re passionate about

09:12 - Mid-career transition strategies 

12:41 - How to stand out after applying on LinkedIn

14:03 - What to say to a recruiter to stand out

15:21 - How to uncover hidden job opportunities

17:22 - Making yourself relevant on LinkedIn

19:14 - The Visible Women Tribe

21:10 - Advice for Mildred’s younger self

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON MILDRED:

Mildred Talabi is a four-time Author and Personal Branding Coach for female leaders and business owners. She helps them increase their influence, income, and impact through being visible on LinkedIn. 

Find in all of these places:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/mildredtalabi/
Website - https://www.mildredtalabi.com/
Visible Women Tribe - https://www.visiblewomentribe.com/

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 9: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Ashley Watkins Thomas, Resume Writing & Job Search Coach. 

IN THIS EPISODE, ASHLEY AND DANNY COVER:

01:08 - Who is Ashley Watkins Thomas?
02:04 - Job search power dynamics
05:56 - Importance of online presence
08:55 - Elevating your LinkedIn profile
12:42 - How recruiters approach the hiring process 
14:53 - Acquiring a second chance after rejection
19:06 - Baby boomers, stop doing this one thing
20:10 - Gen X, stop doing this one thing
21:25 - Millennials, stop doing this one thing
23:03 - Gen Z, stop doing this one thing
24:54 - Things Gen Z is doing right
27:48 - Advice for Ashley’s younger self

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON ASHLEY: 

Ashley Watkins Thomas is a Resume Writing & Job Search Coach who partners with emerging leaders to arm them with job search strategies. Her passion is teaching clients to highlight their “it factor” to position them for 6-figure salaries with Fortune 500 brands. 

Find in all of these places:
LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyjwatkins/
Website - https://www.writestepresumes.com
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/writestepresumes/
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Writestepresumes

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 8: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with J.C. McKissen, LinkedIn Top Voice and Business Writer. He is also a thought leader and contributor to numerous national publications. 

IN THIS EPISODE, J.C. AND DANNY COVER:

01:09 - Who is J.C. McKissen?

02:31 - Discrepancy in the job market: Reality vs. Reports

06:08 - Leveraging unique talents in today’s job market

09:17 - Mastering self-promotion and telling your story

11:36 - Getting comfortable being the main character 

13:42 - Tactical career advancement tactics

16:45 - Utilizing your LinkedIn to its fullest potential

20:54 - J.C.’s current focus on economic writing

24:21 - The future of AI and labor

26:04 - Advice for J.C.’s younger self

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON J.C.: 

J.C. McKissen is a LinkedIn Top Voice, writer and editor, and thought leader and contributor to numerous national publications. He works with founders, CEOs, owners, leaders, and government officials to turn them into thought leaders and recognized experts in their fields. 

Find on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jcmckissen/

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 7: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Chris Schembra, Author and Keynote Speaker. He has spent 8+ years creating team building and client engagement programs, and teaches how to make a shift towards authenticity and deeper human relationships in the modern workplace.

IN THIS EPISODE, CHRIS AND DANNY COVER:

01:30 - Who is Chris Schembra?

03:42 - Increasing connection in organizations

07:16 - Essential exercise for all leaders

12:54 - How to use mirroring as an employer

15:05 - Creating meaningful connections during onboarding

20:51 - From entitlement to empathy in job seeking

25:37 - About Chris’s recent involvements

28:45 - Advice for Chris’s younger self

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON CHRIS: 

Chris Schembra is a values-driven, heart-led author and keynote speaker on a mission to cure the epidemic of loneliness and the crisis of disconnection in the modern workplace. He has spent 8+ years creating team building and client engagement programs, and teaches how to make a shift towards authenticity and deeper human relationships to achieve outsized business results.

Find in all of these places:
Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/schembra/
Website: https://www.chrisschembra.com

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 6: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Rich Moran, Principal at Haystack VC. He is a noted San Francisco based business leader and consultant, and best known for his series of humorous business books beginning with bestselling, “Never Confuse a Memo with Reality".​ 

IN THIS EPISODE, RICH AND DANNY COVER:

01:10 - Who is Rich Moran?

04:28 - The importance of relationships in life and the job search

06:49 - Balancing corporate stability with startup risk

08:55 - How to add value when returning to office

12:02 - Maintaining relationships in the workplace

15:51 - The challenges of university to office transition

17:34 - Stop saying ‘whatever’

19:45 - Advice for Rich’s younger self

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON RICH: 

Rich Moran is the Principal at Haystack VC. He is a noted San Francisco based business leader and consultant, and best known for his series of humorous business books beginning with bestselling, “Never Confuse a Memo with Reality".​ Moran previously served as President of Menlo College, CEO and Vice Chairman at Accretive Solution, Partner at Venrock, Chairman of the Board at Portal Software, and Partner at Accenture. He is also a radio personality on KCBS Radio and the host of "​In the Workplace".

Find in all of these places:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/richardamoran/

Book: https://www.amazon.com/Never-Say-Whatever-Decisions-Difference/dp/1264769644

Website: https://www.richardmoran.com

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 5: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Andrea Logan, Human Resources Manager with 6+ years of experience leading numerous human capital initiatives and driving organizational change. She helps professionals with their resumes and finding remote work and six-figure jobs. 

IN THIS EPISODE, ANDREA AND DANNY COVER:

01:23 - Who is Andrea Logan?

04:55 - How Andrea leveraged LinkedIn to land a job

08:22 - Stop mass applying; Start mass connecting

11:58 - Nurturing a relationship with the recruiter

18:01 - Crucial tip to negotiate your salary offer

21:35 - Modern job search: Have the jobs come to you

25:02 - Hot take: Get rid of resumes

28:31 - Advice for Andrea’s younger self

29:12 - How astrology, family life, and trauma influence your career journey

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON ANDREA: 

Andrea Logan is a Human Resources Manager with 6+ years of experience leading numerous human capital initiatives and driving organizational change. She is also a subject matter expert in regulatory compliance regarding onboarding, talent acquisition, and HR best practices. She helps professionals with their resumes and finding remote work and six-figure jobs.

Find in all of these places:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andreaisawriter/

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@andreaisawriter

Twitter: https://www.twitter.com/andreaisawriter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/andreaisawriter

Website: https://www.thecareerisland.com

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 4: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Ashley Louise. Ashley is the Co-Founder and CEO of Ladies Get Paid, a thriving platform dedicated to women's professional advancement. 

IN THIS EPISODE, ASHLEY AND BEN COVER:

00:48 - Who is Ashley Louise?

03:58 - Addressing gender disparity issues in salary and promotions

08:52 - How to evaluate and negotiate a job offer

12:49 - A crucial chat about navigating early career years

17:06 - Compelling storytelling in job applications and career transitions

21:52 - Continuous learning and self-improvement

24:52 - Face your fears and get your bag

30:11 - Leveraging your personal brand online

33:30 - Balancing career with parenthood

37:40 - Addressing the lack of support for maternity leave

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON ASHLEY:

Ashley Louise is the Co-Founder & CEO of Ladies Get Paid, a thriving platform dedicated to women's professional advancement, with over 60,000 members across the world. Ashley is a go-to source for women who want to learn how to level up their careers, negotiate their salaries, find a new job, or build their wealth.

Get in touch with Ashley on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashleyllouise/ 
Or on Twitter: https://twitter.com/ashleyllouise
Ladies Get Paid Newsletter: https://ladiesgetpaid.com/subscribe

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 3: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Jacob Morgan. Jacob is a 5x best selling author, TED and keynote speaker, and professionally trained futurist. Make sure to grab his new book, Leading with Vulnerability, which comes out October 3rd. In the book, he reveals insights about leadership and vulnerability gained from conversations with over 100 CEOs and 14,000 employees. 

IN THIS EPISODE, JACOB AND DANNY COVER:

01:12 - Who is Jacob Morgan?

02:38 - What does being a futurist mean?

06:08 - Seeking jobs from a futuristic perspective

07:56 - Power shift from organizations to employees

12:25 - Fully remote, in person, or a bit of both?

20:16 - How middle managers can make their comeback

22:51 - About leading with vulnerability

26:10 - Where to find Leading with Vulnerability

26:46 - Advice Jacob would have given himself

27:36 - How to connect with Jacob

We hope you enjoy the conversation. 

MORE ON JACOB: 

Jacob Morgan is a 5x best-selling author, TED and keynote speaker, and professionally trained futurist. His passion and mission is to create great leaders, engaged employees, and future-ready organizations. Jacob speaks at conferences and events all over the world on leadership, employee experience, and the future of work. In addition, he works with some organizations around thought leadership programs and advisory and frequently contributes to media and business publications such as Forbes, the WSJ, USA Today, INC Magazine, The Harvard Business Review, CNN, and many others. 

His newest book, Leading with Vulnerability, is out now on Amazon.

Find in all of these places:

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jacobmorgan8/
YT Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/@JacobMorgan

Website: https://www.thefutureorganization.com

Book URL: https://www.leadwithvulnerability.com

Substack Link: https://greatleadership.substack.com

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TRP - Season 4, Episode 2: We continue our fourth season of The Ramped Podcast with Danny Leonard. Danny is the Co-Founder of Ramped, fixing the the job search and supporting job seekers and career professionals. 

IN THIS EPISODE, DANNY AND BEN COVER:

00:50 - Who is Danny Leonard?

01:38 - How does Ramped support job seekers and career professionals?

04:14 - Danny’s journey graduating in a financial crisis

07:17 - Three-step process to being proactive with the job search

09:13 - Advice for those feeling stuck in the job search process

10:38 - Balancing time and career opportunity

12:56 - Keys for success in an early career in sales

18:47 - Thoughts for those considering a career in sales

22:32 - Taking the side door in applying for jobs

26:39 - How to alter your resume to land more interviews

29:11 - Steps to refine your LinkedIn profile

32:33 - Playbook for negotiating offers

35:42 - Final words of encouragement and wisdom for job seekers

We hope you enjoy the conversation.

MORE ON DANNY:

Backed with years of professional sales experience working at unique companies and having worked very closely with founders in his startup experiences, Danny set off to build Ramped with his co-founders in 2020. He knew that the modern job search was antiquated and not equitable or merit-based. The group's mission was simple - exploring the struggles of career professionals both in and out of the job search in order to make the job search easier for professionals in all stages of their careers.

Get in touch with Danny here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/danielpleonard/

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