Career Warrior Podcast
330 episodes - English - Latest episode: 8 days ago - ★★★★★ - 93 ratingsChris 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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Episodes
#30) Uncovering the Hidden Job Market | Informational Interviews | Mac Prichard of Mac's List
February 14, 2019 13:00 - 42 minutes - 38.5 MBToday, we are going to delve into the art of informational interviews. I am proud to bring on Mac Prichard, who is a true authority in informational interviews. Mac Prichard founded Mac’s List, an online platform that connects job seekers with meaningful work opportunities in Portland. Mac has taught both employers and job seekers to build a better job search landscape through courses, books, events, and even his very own weekly career advice podcast: Find Your Dream Job. (https://www.macsl...
#29) How to Integrate Keywords in Your Resume
February 06, 2019 23:50 - 18 minutes - 16.9 MBWelcome to the 29th 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. Today we are going to address the question, “How can I actually integrate keywords in my resume?” Some other mini-questions we address: Does keyword stuffing actually work? What are some of the best sections in the resume to include keywords? Can ATS systems review my LinkedIn pr...
#28) Do Cover Letters Matter Anymore? | Just-ask-Chris MINISODE #4
January 30, 2019 18:49 - 12 minutes - 11.5 MBUntil 2/15: Get the CAREER WARRIOR APP for free here: https://mailchi.mp/letseatgrandma/careerwarriorappsignup Welcome to the 28th 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. Today, we are going to address the question, “Do cover letters really matter?” Maybe you’ve spent hours and hours writing different versions of your cover letter, and you’re not even sure if they are g...
#27) Dating, Relationships, and Emotional Health | Emily Griffiths
January 25, 2019 19:55 - 30 minutes - 27.7 MBAbout This Episode: Today we’re delving into the romantic / dating world. As Career Warriors, I think it’s so important to discuss this topic, because our relationships (and even our dating life) can be so heavily tied into our careers--as well as mental health. A Harvard study followed 268 undergraduates for 75 years, regularly collecting data on various aspects of their lives. This was the Triumphs of Experience: The Men of the Harvard Grant Study. The study found that loving relationsh...
#26) Should you upload your resume as a PDF or Word Document? | Just-Ask-Chris MINISODE #3
January 16, 2019 21:23 - 9 minutes - 8.52 MBPerhaps one of the most commonly asked questions in regards to job applications and ATS software is whether or not to submit your resume as a PDF or Word Document. We don't blame you for your concern. That is why Chris Villanueva, CPRW at Let's Eat, Grandma resume services decided to break down the key differences in submitting your resume as a PDF or a Word Document. Word Doc vs. PDF (Spark Notes Version) Here is the Spark Notes version of the podcast episode: Word Documents are better f...
#25) Hack Your Job Search with More Efficient Communication | Andrew McCann, Founder of 11trees
January 09, 2019 22:21 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBUntil 2/15: Get the CAREER WARRIOR APP for free here: https://mailchi.mp/letseatgrandma/careerwarriorappsignup Welcome to the 25th episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast! Today we are going to show you how you can communicate more efficiently in your career. But first, let me ask you this: How long does it take for you to send out messages? Maybe you just met 10 people at a networking event and the idea of following up with them sounds daunting. Truth is, writing is more...
#24) Use Resume Keywords to Land Interviews | Just-Ask-Chris MINISODE #2
January 02, 2019 21:44 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBHappy New Year! And welcome to the 24th 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. Today we are going to address the question, “How can I get targeted with resume keywords?” Mini-questions we address: What are resume keywords? What are the best keyword types to use in your resume? Where do you look to find them? To enter our contest, please share any episode you like ...
#23) Breaking into a Career in Coding | Matt Landers, CEO of Covalence
December 27, 2018 13:30 - 41 minutes - 37.6 MBToday, we are going to talk about how you can break into a career in coding! (Maybe you’re not even sure if this industry is right for you, and you need help making that decision. If so, this episode is perfect for you). Let's Eat, Grandma interviewed Matt Landers, the CEO of Covalence, a top-notch online coding bootcamp. Matt began his career in coding with a 10 year run at Microsoft in various tech positions. After Microsoft, Matt left to start his own company called Platypi --and eventua...
#22) Sales HUSTLE with the Life Wizard | Bob Brunson
December 20, 2018 00:09 - 36 minutes - 33.8 MBWelcome to the 22nd episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Job Seeker’s Podcast! Today we have an episode for anyone in sales. This doesn’t mean your title is necessarily sales, but this is any one who is selling something or boosting business. We are going to talk about why it is so important that you not just expect things to fall into your lap to make these sales happen. Today, I am honored to have Bob Brunson with us today. He is an entrepreneur, highly experienced sales professional, and...
#21) Get Hypnotized | Unlocking your Job Search Potential | Mark Tyrrell from Uncommon Knowledge
December 14, 2018 00:09 - 55 minutes - 50.6 MBWelcome to the 21st episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast! We are going to talk about how you can use hypnosis to boost your job search-- and will be putting you all through a hypnosis session at the end. Today we have Mark Tyrrell, founder of HypnosisDownloads.com, which is the largest provider of hypnosis in the world. Together with his team, Mark has served over 600,000 hypnosis downloads and treated 5,000 patients in personal one-on-one therapy. He’s helped thousands ...
#20) How to Develop Your Personal Brand
December 05, 2018 22:40 - 23 minutes - 21.6 MBWelcome to the 20th episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast! (This was formerly the LEG Job Seeker's Podcast). Today we are going to talk about how you can establish or continue to improve your own personal brand. Everyone has their own personal brand whether they know it or not. But here’s the caveat: Most people don’t know they can easily impact the direction, strength, or even awareness of their brand – and use it to their advantage. Why should we all have ...
#19) Changing Our Name: Career Warrior Podcast | Who This Show Is Really For
November 28, 2018 18:31 - 5 minutes - 5.31 MBOn November 30th, 2018, we will be changing the name from the LEG Job Seeker’s Podcast to the Career Warrior Podcast. Why we are changing the name: We quickly realized that it's not just about the job search. This podcast is intended for people who want to live their best life. And have their best career. The common bond is that people who listen to this podcast are smart, goal driven, and want to put their best foot forward in anything they do. People that listen to this podcast want to ...
#18) How to Effectively Apply for Jobs | A Deeper Look from Career Coach, Al Robinette
November 21, 2018 20:51 - 45 minutes - 41.2 MBWelcome to the 18th episode of The Career Warrior Podcast (formerly The LEG Job Seeker's Podcast)! We are going to talk about best practices in your job search strategy. What we cover here: How to effectively apply for jobs LinkedIn tips How to obtain the skill sets for jobs Getting in the mindset of recruiter Career transitions Are career coaching and resume services worth it? How do you find the best career coach? Connect with Al Robinette on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/a...
#17) Morning Routines for Millennials | Boosting Productivity and Mental Energy | Jordan Gross
November 16, 2018 13:30 - 44 minutes - 41.2 MBWelcome to the 17th episode of the The Career Warrior Podcast (formerly Let’s Eat, Grandma Job Seeker’s Podcast)! We are going to talk about how to upgrade your day and hack your energy and productivity – so that you can have a better job search. (Or if you are not searching, you can use these tips to have a better workday in general). Our guest today, Jordan Gross, is a former top-performing athlete, certified professional trainer, startup growth hacker, and a business management expert. H...
#16) How to Build a Winning Networking Strategy | LinkedIn, Events, and Building Authentic Human Connections | Al Robinette
November 09, 2018 13:30 - 49 minutes - 45.1 MBiTunes | Spotify | Google Play It's time for the networking episode! We are going to talk about how you can build a winning networking strategy in your job search. According to a 3,000 person study by Lou Adler and LinkedIn, 85% of critical jobs were filled by networking of some sort. And often before jobs were posted, they were already filled internally or through a referral. Guys this is a mind blowing statistic and should really speak to why you need to up your networking game ri...
#15) Listen to This When You Feel Rejected
October 31, 2018 21:41 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBWelcome to Episode #15: Listen to this episode when you feel rejected. You may have applied for a job that you were really interested in -- and got turned down because someone thought you were unqualified. You may have applied to 100 jobs—and not gotten one call back. You may have gotten passed up on a promotion. The goal of this episode is to lift you out of a rejected state -- and get you in a place where you can continue fighting for your purpose. Preview of Core Concepts o...
#14) Voices of Job Seekers: Challenges, Triumphs, and Horror Stories
October 24, 2018 21:55 - 26 minutes - 24.3 MBWelcome to episode #14 of The Career Warrior Podcast (formerlyLEG Job Seeker’s Podcast)! Instead of our normal format, we did a LIVE & RAW podcast at Capital Factory with our job seeker's meetup group. We are going to hear from a range of job seekers to share their story – from challenges— to hacks and techniques—to just some entertaining stories. We think it’s so important to not take on your job search alone, and this podcast is going to give you a sense of being part of a group. S...
#13) Rejection, Disappointment, and Depression | When Your Job Search Goes Dark | Austin Therapist, Emily Griffiths
October 19, 2018 16:13 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MBWe are going to talk about rejection, disappointment, depression, anxiety, confidence, and all the things that may creep up in your job search. It all revolves around one thing: MENTAL HEALTH. We interviewed Emily Griffiths, a fantastic licensed therapist here in Austin. Emily is a mentor at Capital Factory, the center of gravity for entrepreneurs in Texas, where she helps CEOs and co-founders of startups. Here are some sample questions we cover in this episode: Arming up for your jo...
#12) How to Stand Out in your Job Application | Advice from an HR Professional
October 10, 2018 19:07 - 33 minutes - 30.2 MBLet's Eat, Grandma interviewed Analiza Gonzales, an all-star human resources professional -- so you can learn how to make yourself stand out in the job application! Analiza has looked at more applications than you can imagine -- and brings a unique insight as to what candidates can do get their foot in the door. Analiza also is a professional resume writer for Let's Eat, Grandma, where she helps people get jobs. Here are some commonly asked questions from you guys that we cover: Is there ...
#11) Does Age Discrimination Exist in the Modern Job Search?
October 03, 2018 21:04 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBWelcome to the 11th episode of The Career Warrior Podcast (formerly The Let’s Eat, Grandma Job Seeker’s Podcast)! This is an episode about age discrimination and its implications within your job search. You’re going to learn about age discrimination, why people do it, and the action steps you can take in your job search to deal with it. We will address the following questions: Does age discrimination exist in the job search? If so, how bad is it? What are the legal implications of age...
#10) Building a Career in Brand Marketing | From Coca-Cola to E&J Gallo | Courtney O'Brien
September 26, 2018 01:41 - 37 minutes - 51.3 MBSubscribe and listen on: iTunes Spotify Google Play Are you looking to grow your career in brand marketing? Well stop what you are doing, and listen to our 10th episode of the The Career Warrior Podcast (formerly Let's Eat, Grandma Job Seeker's Podcast!) With a solid career in brand marketing, she’s grown well-known brands such as Coke Zero and Apothic (E&J Gallo Winery). As E&J Gallo's Director of Marketing for Premium Innovation, she's managed over $300 million in revenue fo...
#9) How long should your resume be? | Just-ask-Chris MINISODE #1
September 12, 2018 17:07 - 9 minutes - 13 MBThis is...the Let’s Eat, Grandma podcast number 9 – this is Just-Ask-Chris Minisode #1. We are going to take commonly asked job search questions, break them down, and give you the information as one in-depth answer. Why a minisode? We wanted to give you another way to learn complex information. We take the complex information with a million different rules (like resume writing in the English language) and give you a way to digest it easily. Little resume snacks if you will. We ar...
#8) Three Things Hiring Managers Want to See in Your Resume
August 29, 2018 22:51 - 26 minutes - 23.9 MBHave you ever wondered what hiring managers actually want to see on a resume? Let’s Eat, Grandma interviewed 3 experienced hiring managers here in Austin to get everything – the good the bad and ugly-- of the resumes they receive. Questions: 1.) What makes hiring managers put candidates in the YES pile? 2.) What makes hiring managers throw resumes in the TRASH? 3.) Where do the majority of new hires come from? 4.) What percentage of cover letters do hiring managers actually r...
#7) How to Negotiate Salary | Cornell Professor Tony Simons - Part 2
August 10, 2018 17:29 - 31 minutes - 43.6 MBIn this episode, Cornell University Professor Tony Simons discusses the art of negotiation. Specifically, Chris Villanueva, Certified Professional Resume Writer, and Professor Simons discuss how to effectively negotiate the job salary that you deserve! In addition, Professor Simons reflects on his past negotiations, and how we can all learn from them. Professor Tony Simons is a organization behavior and negotiation professor at the Cornell School of Hotel Administration. Professor Simons i...
#6) Cornell Professor Tony Simons on Negotiation - Part 1
July 27, 2018 19:20 - 26 minutes - 36.7 MBIn this episode, Cornell University Professor Tony Simons discusses the art of negotiation. Specifically, Chris Villanueva, Certified Professional Resume Writer, and Professor Simons discuss how to effectively negotiate the job salary that you deserve! In addition, Professor Simons reflects on his past negotiations, and how we can all learn from them. Professor Tony Simons is a organization behavior and negotiation professor at the Cornell School of Hotel Administration. Professor Simons ...
#5) Career Coach Al Robinette on Getting Laid Off
June 28, 2018 21:38 - 29 minutes - 41.1 MBListen to this podcast, and we will touch upon the shortcomings that come with getting laid off from your job. We will also touch upon a multitude of strategies to help individuals rebound from getting laid off, and get back in the workforce! Your burning layoff questions answered: -What is the first thing you should do as soon as you find out that you’ve been laid off? -How can individuals best cope with being laid off (psychologically?) -What is the worst thing you can do after being l...
#4) Chris Villanueva Answers Reddit Resume Questions
June 15, 2018 19:15 - 14 minutes - 20.1 MBChris Villanueva, CPRW, answers common resume questions, asked by Reddit users. Want more free LEG content? Follow us on social media! Facebook: @LEGResumeService Twitter: @LetsEatGrandma_ Signup for our job seeker newsletter, and we will provide you with free resume critique! https://mailchi.mp/letseatgrandma.com/podcast Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
#3) Nat Welch on Understanding the Value of a Professional LinkedIn Headshot
June 08, 2018 15:30 - 28 minutes - 39.3 MBNat Welch is a commercial and editorial photographer, who has worked in the greater New York City area for the past 15 years. Some of his top clients include, Rolling Stone, GQ, Esquire, Men's Health, People, Time, Glamour, The US Army, Ford, Procter & Gamble, and more! Connect with Nat at: http://nycheadshotspot.com To find out more about how we can improve your resume to land that next great job in your career, please visit www.letseatgrandma.com and enter the code PODCAST for 10% of...
#2) Navigating Career Changes
April 01, 2018 00:00 - 33 minutes - 46.9 MBWelcome to our second podcast. We are resurrecting The Career Warrior Podcast (formerly LEG Job Seeker's Podcast) for good (in honor of this Easter season)! The goal of the podcast series is to spread best job seeking practices to those hunting for their dream job. We will be (hopefully) posting once a week due to the success of our last podcast. Listen to this podcast and we will touch upon the emotional challenges of changing careers –desperation, anxiety, loneliness-- as well as how to o...
#1) Tips for Millenials from a Top Recruiter
August 22, 2016 16:44 - 31 minutes - 43 MBWelcome to our first episode of The Career Warrior Podcast (formerly Let's Eat, Grandma Job Seekers Podcast)! The goal of the podcast series is to spread best job seeking practices to those hunting for their dream job. I brought on Jordan Weber, a producer from Top Recruiter. Top Recruiter is a reality show that takes a look at how rockstar human resources professionals compete to be the best candidate in their profession (much in the way that Top Chef does for culinary arts). When Jordan ...