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Career Warrior Podcast

330 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 93 ratings

Chris Villanueva, CEO & Co-Founder of Let's Eat, Grandma resume service, proudly hosts the Career Warrior Podcast for job seekers of all backgrounds. You will hear job-hunting strategies from industry leaders, resume experts, and top coaches to help guide you through your career.


This show retells the stories and struggles of job seekers, industry professionals, and brave startup founders. Hear about their career pitfalls and how they climbed out of them in these episodes.


The Career Warrior Podcast covers the best career-related content by discussing all topics relevant to all entry-level applicants, mid-career candidates, and high-level executives - from the ideal resume page formatting to writing a resignation letter. We want you to become the best professional you can be in your career!


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#80) Why You May Look Overqualified on a Resume

October 17, 2019 12:30 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

We discuss what over-qualifying is and how to fix this issue on your resume. Here are some of the additional resources mentioned in the show: Age Discrimination: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/11-does-age-discrimination-exist-in-the-modern-job-search/id1151607856?i=1000421028669 How Long Should Your Resume Be?: https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/9-how-long-should-your-resume-be-just-ask-chris-minisode-1/id1151607856?i=1000419614195&mt=2 Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for...

#79) Leah Kingsbury: New Mom in a New City | Putting Yourself Out There For the Win | Making Friends Online

October 14, 2019 12:30 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MB

We spoke with Leah Kingsbury about the challenges of applying for jobs as a new mom -- and how to make friends online. Today's theme is putting yourself out there and meeting the right people to orchestrate your dream life. How about that? Did you just move to a new city? Is your life going through a period of intense transition?  Maybe you’re a new mother who is just returning back to the workforce after your entire life has been uprooted by the birth of a child.  My next guest, Leah Ki...

#78) Are You Taking Enough Action to Succeed?

October 10, 2019 12:30 - 26 minutes - 24 MB

Today, we're talking all about your ACTION plan to accomplish the goals you want to nail. Because it's not just about self-improvement. It takes action to propel your life forward, and tha'ts what we cover today. Summary of the Steps Mentioned in The Episode: #1) Set your goals first. This is for your own motivation and clarity. Don’t just make it outcome dependent, get one growth factor in there (one is way more in your control and rewarding in the long run).  #2) Create your action pla...

#77) My ACTUAL Weekly LinkedIn To-Do List

October 07, 2019 12:30 - 11 minutes - 10.5 MB

During today's minisode, I give you a concrete example of how to take action and connect with the right people on LinkedIn. This is step-by-step what I do every single time I log onto LinkedIn. Enjoy! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#76) Mastering Your Job Search Through Psychology | Dr. Art Markman

October 03, 2019 12:30 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Today, we’re going to talk about how to maximize the effectiveness of your job search -- guiding you toward a more fulfilling career. Art Markman is today's guest and the author of Bring Your Brain to Work: Using Cognitive Science to Get a Job, Do It Well, and Advance Your Career. He’s also a professor of psychology and marketing at the University of Texas at Austin. Here's what we cover: What are the signs it’s time to plan our next career move?  Where the heck should I apply for jobs (...

#75) Benefits of Staying Active on LinkedIn | How to Leverage Your Profile to Benefit Your Career

September 30, 2019 12:30 - 14 minutes - 13.3 MB

Today, we discuss just how being active on LinkedIn can benefit you as a job seeker or professional of your craft. LinkedIn is one of the best ways to use the power of the internet to network. I will cover some principles that show how you can leverage meaningful connections to benefit your job search or career. This was taken from a presentation given in Austin for job seekers. If you’re ever in our area, be sure to join the Austin Job Seekers, Recruiters, and Career Warriors meetup group...

#74) Should You Really Follow Your Heart? | Sujit Lalwani on Deciding What to Do and How to Get There

September 26, 2019 12:30 - 35 minutes - 32.2 MB

Today, we are going to discuss a better way to figure out the next step in your career. We also discuss the best way to get in touch with the right people, including some networking strategies. I sat down virtually with Sujit Lalwani, international speaker and author, about the best way to determine the answer to the question: "What the heck should I do with my life." Sujit is also the Founder and Director of Inspiration Unlimited eMagazine (iU eMagazine). Here's what we cover: Let’s talk...

#73) LinkedIn: 3 Ways to More Meaningful Engagement!

September 23, 2019 12:30 - 26 minutes - 24.1 MB

Connect with Chris on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw Today we are going to discuss how to use LinkedIn to drive more meaningful engagement on this platform. The truth is that most people are not doing a good job with driving meaningful engagement! LinkedIn users often treat LinkedIn as a fad-diet, go all in, and give a very sporadic effort. They may use the "shotgun approach" and are not targeted...Or they may use it for a completely self-serving purpose (i.e. n...

#72) What It’s Like Working With a Professional Resume Writer | Trade Secrets of a Resume Superhero | Ashley Leal

September 19, 2019 12:30 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

Welcome to the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is not only to help you land your dream job but to help you live your best life.  Today Ashley Leal, professional resume writer for Let’s Eat, Grandma, will discuss what it’s like to work with clients -- and we’ll even hear some great insights on how she writes some great documents.  Ashley studied technical writing and communication at Texas Tech University and has held a variety of positions that have honed her craf...

#71) Why Employers Make You Submit an Application AND a Resume

September 16, 2019 12:00 - 13 minutes - 12.2 MB

Today we are going to cover one of the most annoying pain points for job seekers -- having to submit both and application and a tailored resume for the position. We will discuss why this is the case, how you can get your time back, and how to stand out in the application. Resources mentioned in the episode: Pongo Resume Article: https://www.pongoresume.com/blogPosts/362/they-want-a-resume-and-a-job-application-seriously-.cfm CWP Episode 12: How to Stand Out in Your Application with Anali...

#70) Transform Your Life Completely While Remaining PRESENT | Shea Boland on Fitness Life Lessons

September 12, 2019 12:30 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

During this episode, I’ve chosen to dive deep into life lessons from fitness because this something that has positively affected my life from the first day I stepped into a gym. It’s boosted my confidence, given me more purpose, and made me a healthier individual, which has positively affected my career. I've always believed that if you can get your fitness routine down, you can apply the same exact principles to your career. You understand the importance of setting goals, getting a routine ...

#69) Four Things Employers HATE Seeing on Resumes

September 09, 2019 12:30 - 8 minutes - 7.83 MB

Today, we are going to talk about what employers and recruiters hate seeing on resumes. As a disclaimer, please realize that resumes are a subjective thing. You can't win em' all, but we will try to eliminate some things that may be holding you back from getting more interviews. We are basing this off of best practices that Let’s Eat, Grandma puts into place.  Here's what we address with solutions: Unclear / untargeted resume content Typos Inconsistency on resumes vs. LinkedIn.  Skills...

#68) What is Your Professional Superpower? | Finding Authenticity in Your Strengths

September 05, 2019 12:30 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

Today, we are going to empower ourselves with some self-awareness: knowing what your biggest strength is! It is so important to know this because if you aren’t aware of your strengths on a daily basis, you won’t be adding deep value to as many people as possible. We'll be covering why this is important as well as how to practice this answer for an interview. Resources / Call to Action Mentioned in the Show: Write down your top 2-3 strengths. What is your biggest strength? When was a time ...

#67) Meditation and Mindfulness | Benefits & Strategies | More Energy at Work Series Pt. 5

September 03, 2019 12:00 - 19 minutes - 18 MB

Today, we are covering meditation and being more in touch with our spiritual side so we can improve our lives! You are even going to hear about my personal meditation morning routine, which has been a huge game changer in the last three years for me. I can’t go without it.  Here's what we cover: Why meditate, mindfulness, and a spiritual journey? What are the benefits from a scientific perspective?  How long and how often to start realizing benefits? Best time of day to meditate?  How ...

#66) Volunteer Experience as a Gateway to Landing Jobs

August 29, 2019 12:00 - 16 minutes - 15.4 MB

Today, we are talking about volunteer experience as a gateway to landing your dream job! Yes, we are going to talk about the idea of free work. It is such a powerful principle and one of the best ways to open doors that were not there in the first place.  Here's what we cover: Part 1: Why you should volunteer for jobs and how it can benefit you.  Getting experience: Just because it’s unpaid experience doesn’t mean that the experience itself isn’t as valuable as experience if it were paid....

#65) Movement, Exercise, and Cold Showers | More Energy at Work Series Pt. 4

August 26, 2019 12:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

Today, we’re going to cover how to boost your productivity at work by getting your body moving! This is vital to our health as warriors, how well we feel, and how we perform at work.  Here's what we cover: Why exercise?  Movement in a sedentary lifestyle Exercise benefits and techniques for energy Cold Showers Resources mentioned during show: Brain Fog Fix: https://www.amazon.com/Brain-Fog-Fix-Reclaim-Memory/dp/1401946488 All Day Energy Diet: https://www.amazon.com/All-Day-Energy-Die...

#64) 3 Answers to 'What is Your Biggest Weakness?' in the Interview

August 22, 2019 12:30 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

We hope you enjoy today's episode about one of the toughest questions asked in interviews! Here is the call-to-action and resources mentioned in the show: Write down your top 2-3 weaknesses (maybe this can help you actually in your career!). Rehearse saying it out loud at least five times. Check out our podcast episode with Merryn Roberts Huntley here: https://shows.pippa.io/job-seekers-podcast/episodes/36-how-to-crush-the-interview Read the blog with the full list of answers here: https...

#63) Caffeine, Alcohol, and Social Media | More Energy at Work Series Pt. 3

August 19, 2019 12:00 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MB

Today, we’re going to cover how to properly wind down and what to cut out for restful sleep! Heart of the podcast Optimizing Caffeine intake  Nailing Alcohol Moderation Controlling Light Exposure Social Media Moderation Get that Winddown Routine Quick Note on Supplements (e.g. Melatonin) Resources Mentioned in Show: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/articles/how-alcohol-affects-quality-and-quantity-sleep https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/321431.php https://www.health.com/sl...

#62) 4 Psychology-Backed Ways to Land the Interview

August 15, 2019 12:00 - 15 minutes - 14.5 MB

This is the podcast episode spinoff of our new popular blog article! We just published an article by Jeff Beckham, entitled 4 Ways to Understand Your Brain and Gain an Edge in Job-Hunting (link here) The article is based off of the insights from a Ph.D and psychology professor in his new book Bring Your Brain to Work: Using Cognitive Science to Get a Job, Do it Well, and Advance Your Career. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

#61) Fundamentals of Getting Better Sleep | More Energy at Work Series Pt. 2

August 12, 2019 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16 MB

Today, we are talking all about sleep -- and why we need it to be successful at work! Here's what we cover: What happens to our brains when we sleep? How do sleep cycles work? How can we maximize our deep restorative sleep? Resources mentioned in podcast: https://jamesmaas.com/ https://www.sleep.org/articles/what-happens-during-sleep/ https://www.sleep.org/articles/temperature-for-sleep/ https://advances.sciencemag.org/content/3/5/e1601555 https://academic.oup.com/aje/article/187/3...

#60) How to Get Yourself Promoted | Colonel, USAF (Ret) Carla Bass

August 08, 2019 12:00 - 31 minutes - 28.9 MB

Today, we have an episode all about getting promoted. We will hear from Carla Bass, a communication expert and retired officer from the U.S. Air Force on how to position ourselves for a promotion. Colonel Carla D. Bass has an impressive 30 year history in the U.S Air Force under her belt. According to her bio, she’s worked with general officers, ambassadors, and congregational delegations on some many impressive things, including hundreds of personnel appraisals. For 15 years, Carla taught ...

#59) More Energy at Work Series | Pt. 1 Nutrition, FUEL for Work, Soothing Anxiety

August 05, 2019 13:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MB

We’re going to be covering some eating fundamentals during this podcast--what you should CUT OUT, ADD in, and supplement if you want to feel better at work. I’m going to do my best to make it practical, because I know how incredibly hard it is to stay on the wagon. 7-day challenge mentioned in the episode: Cut out refined carbohydrates and processed foods completely! Replace with healthy complex carbs that give you more sustained energy (e.g. overnight oats) Eat 7 SERVINGS of fruits and ...

#58) Your Energy at Work and Why it Matters | Announcing More Energy at Work Series!

August 01, 2019 12:00 - 10 minutes - 9.62 MB

During today's episode, we'll be talking about the importance of your energy and overall well-being. I am ecstatic to announce our brand new MORE energy at work series, which is launching this Monday. It’s going to be a four part series on how to improve your energy levels incorporating your mental, physical, and spiritual health. Yes, we are getting deep.  We’re going to be covering nutrition, exercise, sleep, and spiritual health, which all play a major factor in the way that we feel an...

#57) Crush Your Personal Finances | Budgeting Tactics, Having Fun While Saving Simultaneously | James Love

July 29, 2019 12:00 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Today, we have an episode all about personal finance! As warriors, we recognize that our personal finances and careers are closely related, so I brought on James Love -- a trustworthy friend of mine who specializes in financial planning. As an experienced financial advisor with his own practice, he has an entire background in financial planning and an amazing story to tell. There is just something about James that makes you want to discuss your problems and come up with solutions together, a...

#56) Become a Social Media Warrior | Engagement, Personal Brand, and Your Career

July 25, 2019 12:00 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Today we have an episode all about social media. Social media is becoming increasingly more important to stay relevant -- and to get the best opportunities for your career. The principles discussed in this podcast not only apply to LinkedIn, but also Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and anything else that means engaging with followers, friends, and connections. The name of the game is going to be engagement and getting conversations flowing in the right way to help you in your professional lif...

#55) How to Take a Solid LinkedIn Photo using only an iPhone

July 22, 2019 20:02 - 11 minutes - 10.8 MB

How many of you out there feel like you have a mediocre LinkedIn Profile? Today, I’m going to give you the opportunity to upgrade your LinkedIn profile -- especially if money or time is a constraint for you, and you just need something up there quick.  Why have a solid LinkedIn photo? You are more attractive to LinkedIn recruiters, especially when they can only see your photo and a headline Your confidence Your personal brand Summary of Steps We Mention in the Episode: #1) Find a frien...

#54) Learn How to Stop Procrastinating | Get More Done

July 18, 2019 12:00 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MB

Today, we are going to punch procrastination in the face and get more stuff done. Why would you want to listen to this episode? You need to get some big projects done.  You’re just getting started on making some behavior changes in your life - or changes in your routine.  You need to confront your fears about communicating something (e.g. ask for a promotion). What I am about to discuss with you today has come from many other authors and experts who have helped me in my journey.  Set...

#53) Keeping your Resume Modern | Chris Answers Popular Questions on Quora

July 15, 2019 12:00 - 12 minutes - 11.4 MB

Didn't get a question answered? Connect with me on LinkedIn and mention you are a Career Warrior subscriber! Today, we went on Quora and hand selected some of our favorite and most popular questions in the Resumes & CVs section on Quora. The actual questions I address are hyperlinked below: Should your resume only be one page? What should I use as an email address on my resume? (See: Should I use ProtonMail on my resume?) What are the most common mistakes made on resumes? What should we...

#52) Three Ways to Better Utilize LinkedIn in Your Job Search

July 11, 2019 12:00 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MB

We are going to talk about 3 things you can do on LinkedIn to land your dream job. This episode is really important because the truth is it’s not just enough to have a good LinkedIn profile. Two reasons why you may want to listen to this episode and start taking notes: You’re in your job search and trying to find another job right now. You might want to be a little more long term in your thinking and start building up your network now when you might need that position in the future. H...

#51) Not Settling as an Older Job Seeker | Dave Watts of Redundancy Podcast

July 08, 2019 12:00 - 27 minutes - 25.5 MB

Today, we have an episode about not settling as an older job seeker. I brought on Dave Watts who specializes in job strategies for older workers to find meaningful employment. He is the host of the Redundancy Podcast, which has a solid listener base all over the world. He’s helped many people find work as older job seekers, and I could not have picked a better person to come on the show and do this. Here's what we cover: SETTING THE CONTEXT: Why is it so hard to get a job as you age? Wha...

#50) Our Biggest Change Yet for CWP | How You Can Help

July 04, 2019 14:30 - 12 minutes - 11 MB

Today is our 50th episode, which is a special thing for us. Therefore: we have a special announcement: our podcast is getting better.  Why are we doing this? We will have the chance to cover more targeted and specific topics for career advice. Drive more loyalty and consistent listenership Increase retention of each specific episode.  If I see this is not working, we will go back, but... KPI’s for you podcast geeks: Average consumption to increase to at least 75% across all episodes. ...

#49) Resume Tips for College Students & Recent Graduates

June 27, 2019 12:00 - 14 minutes - 13.4 MB

It’s that time of year. College students are graduating so I was inspired to create this episode for you up and coming career warriors who are out to get that first serious job.  Maybe you’re just graduating now and are in panic mode because you don’t have a job yet.  Maybe you’re entering in your final year of college and now is the time for you to start thinking about getting that package together.  Or maybe you are just that proactive that you just want a mean lean resume machine.  We...

#48) How to Land a Great Job After College | Robert Moment

June 20, 2019 12:00 - 37 minutes - 34 MB

College students and recent graduates! Are you listening? This episode is for you. Here are some things you may be asking yourself right now: When am I going to get that job? What if I choose the wrong job? Where should I move? How should I apply for jobs? Today, you have the power to listen to the words of immense wisdom from a respected career coach who can help you land the job of your dreams. His name is Robert Moment, and he’s helped ambitious people get hired for jobs for 19 year...

#47) Accomplish MORE | Stop Wasting Time & Start Saying No | Dan LeFave

June 13, 2019 12:00 - 40 minutes - 36.8 MB

Today, we are going to assist you on your journey to becoming a better professional and discuss how you can do more in less time. Because time is the most valuable resource you have. And us warriors are all about being smarter in the ways that we do things. Perhaps you’re like me who is always saying the statement, I don’t have time. I don’t have time. And you’re using it as an excuse as to why you haven’t grown your business as much as you wish or gotten that promotion, or quit that job yo...

#46) Who Should I Connect With on LinkedIn? | Getting Those Numbers Up | Tom Powner of Career Thinker

June 06, 2019 12:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MB

Today, we are going to delve into one of the most frequently mentioned topics regarding LinkedIn: making those connections! It’s not enough just to have a strong profile; you need to make sure that you are gaining traction and visibility by virtue of the connections you make. And a slew of mini-questions arise when it comes to this main topic... Who should I accept or reject requests from? How many connections should I have? How can I get my connections up in a meaningful way? We are goi...

#45) I Go Out and Try to Get Rejected 5 Times

May 30, 2019 12:00 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MB

EMAIL US your best rejection stories from this challenge to [email protected] During our last episode, we covered the idea of facing rejection and exposing ourselves to it more constantly, which makes us stronger. But did you know that you can make a game out of it? This episode, I decided to go out in the field to win 5 rejections by asking for somewhat ridiculous things. Some of my favorites: "Can I have a discount?" "Can I try on your ear pods?" "Can you sing a song for me?...

#44) Conquer Your Fears of Rejection in 30 Days | Alex Grodnik of Moving Up Podcast

May 23, 2019 11:30 - 28 minutes - 26.5 MB

Today, we’re going to punch fear in the mouth by discussing rejection therapy and what it can do for you. I know so many of us -- including myself -- limit our own potential by not going to what we want. Or worse, we don’t go for what we should be going after. Maybe there is a job you want to go for, and it’s a stretch for you. Maybe you believe it’s time for a promotion, but you’re scared to ask your boss. Maybe your co-worker is the hottest thing on the planet and you’re afraid things a...

#43) Quitting Your Job to Start Your Own Business: Worth It? | The Startup Life with Michael Testa

May 16, 2019 12:00 - 56 minutes - 51.6 MB

We are going to discuss entrepreneurship -- and specifically the idea of quitting your job to start your own business. Maybe the idea of starting your own business excites you. Maybe you’re about to make that leap of faith right now. Maybe you’ve been in it for a while, and you’re not sure if you should keep going. Today, we’re going to discuss some of the best considerations for anyone who wants to call this journey their own. We’re going to talk about what entrepreneurship is really li...

#42) Communicating with Confidence | Jennifer Rock and Michael Voss Discuss Tone, Body Language, and Crutch Words

May 09, 2019 17:48 - 43 minutes - 39.6 MB

Today, we’re going to discuss the most underrated career advice ever -- and that’s communicating with confidence. So many of us are focusing on the words that we say in communication -- whether that be an interview, negotiation, or just an everyday conversation with your boss. But what many of us forget is the way we deliver those words. Does our body match what we are trying to say? Do we appear unsure of what we are trying to say? Do we appear confident? We are going to cover it all w...

#41) Doing What You Want vs. What Society Expects | Cloud Nine Living with Jordan Gross

May 02, 2019 21:22 - 52 minutes - 47.7 MB

Check out Jordan Gross & Cloud Nine Living at https://www.journeytocloudnine.com/ Welcome to the 41st episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast! We are going to talk about how to do what you want to do not what society expects you to do. I are going to take you on an adventure today with my friend and author-expert, Jordan Gross: He’s a best-selling author of the book, Getting COMFY: Your Morning Guide to Daily Happiness (which was the theme of our 17th podcast). He’s foun...

#40) How to Deal With Angry Customers | Maintaining Your Zen

April 25, 2019 12:30 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MB

Is the customer always right? Email us what you think at [email protected] We’d also love to hear your customer horror stories and how you dealt with them. Today, we’re going to talk about dealing with angry customers! We’re going to have stories, tips, strategies in dealing with them. Dealing with Angry Customers: The Three Things I’ve learned. 1.) Start developing a sense of emotional intelligence. Emotional intelligence: Notice that gut wrenching feeling in your stomach, tak...

#39) Facing Rejection & Adversity | DON'T STOP and NEVER GIVE UP

April 18, 2019 21:22 - 15 minutes - 13.8 MB

For our 39th MASHUP episode, we tackle the theme of rejection and how to overcome its negative aspects. The fact is... rejection is a part of life! It cannot be avoided, and it's something that everyone goes through. And at the risk of sounding like a self-help guru, how we HANDLE that rejection determines the quality and outcome of our lives. Go ahead and give adversity a nice slap in the face -- and tune in to this episode whenever you feel you need the extra push. Here are the ind...

#38) What Experience Should I Cut from My Resume? | Just Ask Chris #6

April 11, 2019 17:49 - 14 minutes - 13 MB

This is another Just-Ask-Chris minisode where I try and answer a commonly asked job seeker question in under 10 minutes! Today, we discuss what experience you should remove from your resume. Core concepts in the podcast episode: The resume as a marketing piece vs. the all encompassing document. Look to the job postings! This is golden rule #1 because you'll have no direction whatsoever. Why you should cut out fluff and where to start looking. Your summary probably sucks. Favor accomp...

#37) Setting Boundaries at Work - Why and HOW

April 03, 2019 22:29 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MB

Welcome to the 37th episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is to not only help you land your dream job -- but to help you live your best life. Today, we have a really interesting one. It’s something that I think we can all relate to no matter what your job is. And that’s...SETTING BOUNDARIES at work. Boundaries are something that you should have and are an essential part of someone’s health. So we’re going to cover the following: Why boundaries are so ...

#36) How to Crush the Interview | Merryn Roberts-Huntley of Made to Hire

March 29, 2019 12:30 - 51 minutes - 47.5 MB

We are going to talk about some really cool things during this episode! We’re going to talk about the 5 questions that you should master before going into any interview. You’re going to hear me answer those questions in mock-interview format with Merryn...and you’re going to hear her critique! Let’s hope I don’t blow the interview... And finally you’re going to hear about an amazing new book, “Made To Hire: How to Get the Job You Really Want.” Our guest, Merryn Roberts-Huntley, is a care...

#35) 10-Minute MOTIVATION | Spending Your Time Wisely as a Job Seeker

March 20, 2019 20:43 - 10 minutes - 9.24 MB

Welcome to the 35th episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is to not only help you land your dream job but to be the best professional you can be. This episode is more of a call to action for those of you who need a nice swift kick in the pants. And believe me, some of your job seekers need the motivation right now. Some of you guys --not everyone--need to hear this message right now. Here are some messages we cover in this episode: This episode is for th...

#34) 5 Things to Remove from Your Resume Right NOW

March 13, 2019 20:05 - 16 minutes - 14.8 MB

Welcome to the 34th episode of the Let's Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast -- where our goal is not only to help you land your dream job but also to help you become the best professional you can be! Today we are going to talk about 5 things that you should remove from your resume! Instead of making these mistakes, focus on what can HELP you in your job search. For example, you should do the following. Include your city/state in a tactful way. Use your LinkedIn recommendations to make ...

#33) How Should Your LinkedIn Profile Be Different from Your Resume? | Just Ask Chris #5

March 06, 2019 22:07 - 13 minutes - 12.6 MB

Welcome to the 33rd episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast! Today, we are going to address the question: how is your LinkedIn different from your resume?                       Here's what we cover: What should my LinkedIn summary look like? How much information should I actually include in my LinkedIn? Should I just copy and paste my information from my professional experiences on my resume? How do I get the best LinkedIn head shot? Why is a cover photo important? R...

#32) Modern Resume Advice You Should Know | Answering Questions on Quora

February 28, 2019 13:30 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MB

Today, I went on Quora to answer my favorite questions about resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn profiles that you should know for 2019 and beyond. These job seekers are asking the right questions, keeping up to date with modern trends, and doing their research.             Here are the questions we answered from Quora Resumes and CVs: What is that secret sauce you put in your resume that always gets you interviews? I am terrible at writing cover letters and this has continuously held me...

#31) When Should You Quit Your Job? | Clara Chorley of Clarity Unlimited

February 21, 2019 18:21 - 53 minutes - 48.7 MB

WARRIORS: For a limited time, take advantage of a complimentary career strategy phone call with Clara Chorley here: https://meetme.so/letseatgrandma In this podcast, we are going to address a huge question: When should you quit your job? Maybe a lot of you are tired of where you’re at now...or maybe you’re just thinking it’s time for a change toward something that is closer to your life’s purpose. Today, we have Clara Chorley, a career satisfaction expert who has just done so much in the...

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