Graduate Job Podcast
132 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 year ago - ★★★★★ - 88 ratingsThe goal of the Graduate Job Podcast is to help you achieve the graduate job of your dreams. Each week we speak to inspiring authors, coaches, graduate recruiters and entrepreneurs in the field of graduate recruitment, as they share their expert knowledge and advice. We cover all aspects of getting a graduate job, from internships and placements, to CV’s, online applications, interviews and assessment centres. Whether you are looking for a career in finance and banking, or wanting to work with a charity, the Graduate Job Podcast will help you every step of the way.
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#32: How to get a job in mental health social work with Think Ahead
October 02, 2015 09:32 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBWelcome to the 32nd episode of the Graduate Job Podcast. We focus down again for episode 32, which is the second of our two part special on graduate jobs in social work, as I speak to Ivan Wise, Recruitment Director at Think Ahead. We delve into Think Ahead and its ground breaking 26 month graduate social work programme, examining what exactly it is, how you apply, and how you can stand out. We discuss the application process in detail and also cover why you should consider Think Ahead as yo...
#31: How to get a job in social work with Frontline
September 21, 2015 05:32 - 35 minutes - 33 MBWelcome to the 31st episode of the Graduate Job Podcast. We focus down again for episode 31, which is the first of a two part special on graduate jobs in social work, as I speak to Katie Purser, Recruitment Director at Frontline. We delve into Frontline and its ground breaking 2 year graduate social work programme, examining what exactly it is, how you apply, and how you can stand out. We discuss the application process in detail and also cover why you should think about Frontline as your fa...
#30: Money and Your Career with Kim Stephenson
September 11, 2015 12:23 - 43 minutes - 39.9 MBIn episode 30 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with author, blogger, and former financial advisor Kim Stephenson, who shares with us his insight as we cover a wide range of topics. We touch upon ideas of money, the stories you might have been telling yourself about money and the impact that they might be having on your job search. We also cover evolutionary biology and touch upon our old friend, yes the importance of understanding your values. No matter where you are as you look for work,...
#29: How to turn your PH.D into a Job with Karen Kelsky
August 29, 2015 09:16 - 39 minutes - 35.8 MBIn episode 29 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with author, blogger, and former tenured professor Karen Kelsky, who shares with us her secrets of how you can turn your PH.D into a job. Now you might be thinking ‘I don’t have a PH.D, this is no use to me’. But you would be very wrong indeed as Karen shares a wealth of insight that PH.D or not will blow you socks off. Amongst other topics we cover why being yourself could be holding you back, why you should think again about stating how pas...
#28: How to Influence the Interview with Chris Delaney
August 13, 2015 22:27 - 53 minutes - 49 MBIn episode 28 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with NLP Life Coach, Hypnotherapist, Careers Advisor and author Chris Delaney, who opens up his full toolbox of tips and techniques to help you influence the interview. Chris shares his insight into how you can overcome a lack of confidence or negative self-talk, quickly build rapport with the interviewer, and then influence them with the language you use. Chris also shares techniques for how you can negotiate a higher wage and use suggestion...
#27: How to get a job with Teach First
August 05, 2015 05:46 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBWe focus down this week for episode 27 and explore one of the biggest and best graduate schemes, which is striving to end educational inequality, as I speak to James Darley, Graduate Recruitment Director at Teach First. We delve into Teach First and particularly its Leadership Development Programme, examining what exactly it is, how you apply, and how you can stand out. We discuss the application process in detail and also cover why even if you are set on the corporate life, why Teach First ...
#26: Creating a Bright Future with Simon Reichwald
July 28, 2015 20:50 - 36 minutes - 33.1 MBThis week I speak with Simon Reichwald, a true expert in the world of graduate recruitment. Simon is the Director of the Bright Futures Society, and Bright Futures Resourcing, and on the Advisory Council for the Association of Graduate Recruiters. What Simon doesn’t know about graduate recruitment isn’t worth knowing. Today we focus on his work at Bright Futures who are the UKs largest career focussed society. We cover a fair few topics from who Bright Futures are and why you should get invo...
#25: It's Never OK to Kiss the Interviewer with Jane Sunley
July 19, 2015 16:38 - 33 minutes - 30.3 MBThis week I speak with Jane Sunley, best-selling author and CEO of people engagement specialists, Purple Cubed. We cover a wide range of topics in this episode, from looking at where you are currently in your career journey, the importance of your values and why you need to be spending some time thinking about them, why and how you should go about getting a career mentor, through to top tips to make your job application stand out! No matter where you are currently in your job search, this is...
#24: How to sell yourself with Corinne Mills
July 05, 2015 18:45 - 31 minutes - 28.6 MBThis week I speak with Corinne Mills, bestselling, author and Managing Director of Personal Career Management, as we delve into the topic of how to sell yourself effectively on your job hunt. We explore how and why you should be proactive in selling yourself, the importance of body language and vocal tonality, and share some great tips on how you can begin to share your skills without coming across as arrogant. If you’re currently looking for a job, or even if you’re in work but looking to p...
#23: How to network, with Stefan Thomas
June 29, 2015 08:14 - 33 minutes - 30.7 MBIn episode 23 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with Stefan Thomas, author of Business Networking for Dummies, and all-round expert on networking. We explore how as a student or recent graduate you can start to network effectively, how and why you should make the first move, and why you need to move out of your comfort zone into your adventure zone. If you think networking is just something other people need to do, or if your networking only currently extends as far as having a LinkedIn pr...
#22: Fun and exciting jobs for the summer
June 21, 2015 21:33 - 43 minutes - 40.2 MBWelcome to the 22nd episode of the Graduate Job Podcast. With summer just around the corner, this week we have a special episode dedicated to some of the most fun and most exciting jobs you can do over the summer months. I speak with Oxfam Festival Stewards, Stoke Travel, and Xplore Activity Camps, who each share some amazing opportunities you can do whilst the sun is shining. Apart from being brilliant fun, you will also raise money for charity whilst seeing the best bands in the world,...
#21: How to Get a Job in Data Science, with Prash Majmudar
June 14, 2015 18:36 - 29 minutes - 26.9 MBIn episode 21 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with Prash Majmudar, Chief Technology Officer for hot London tech start up Growth Intelligence, as he shares with us everything you need to know about how to get a job in data science. Prash delves into all aspects of the recruitment process, from what you need to do to stand out in interviews, to his top tips on how to let your data science skills speak for themselves. It’s well worth listening to no matter what you’re applying for, as Prash...
#20: Get off your Arse and Make it Happen, with Brad Burton
June 07, 2015 12:20 - 40 minutes - 37.3 MBIn episode 20 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with Brad Burton, motivational speaker, business owner, and best-selling author, who shares his inspirational story of how he made it in the business world and his many challenges along the way. As a warning Brad pulls no punches with the language he uses, so if you don’t like the odd swear word it’s best that you skip this one. However, if you like your motivation full, frank, and straight between the eyes then this is definitely for you. Br...
#19: Secrets of a graduate recruiter with Matt Hearnden
May 29, 2015 23:26 - 56 minutes - 52.2 MBIn episode 19 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with former graduate recruiter turned author and career coach Matt Hearnden. As a former graduate recruiter Matt has been freed from the shackles of corporate life, and as such he is able now to spill the beans on what it’s really like to have to wade through thousands of online applications, and conduct hundreds of telephone interviews and assessment centres. Matt doesn’t hold back and shares with us the secrets of exactly what you need to d...
#18: How to Get a Graduate Job at EY
May 12, 2015 05:52 - 44 minutes - 40.4 MBIn episode 18 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with Brian Sinclair, Graduate Recruitment Manager at EY, as we cover all things related to bagging a graduate job or internship at EY. Brian has decades of graduate recruitment experience and shares exactly what you can expect in the recruitment process, and what you need to do to stand out from the crowd. If you’ve ever thought about applying for a graduate job or internship at EY or any professional services company, then this is the episod...
#17: How to use LinkedIn in your job search with Mark Williams
April 24, 2015 14:14 - 44 minutes - 40.5 MBIn episode 17 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with independent LinkedIn trainer Mark Williams, as we cover the topic of how to use LinkedIn in your job search. Mark is a LinkedIn expert and trainer, and host of the podcast LinkedInformed, and he reveals 4 tips which will maximise your profile and accelerate your job search. If you have been thinking about creating a LinkedIn profile, or need to spruce up an existing one, then this episode is for you.
#16: How to get a job you love with John Lees
April 17, 2015 10:50 - 32 minutes - 29.9 MBIn episode 16 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with career coach and best-selling author John Lees, as we cover the topic of how to get a job you love. John shares his expert advice on the steps you need to take to find a job and career which will excite you. He reveals the key to networking and insightful questions which you need to ask to ensure that you end up in a job you will love. If you are a current student, or recently graduated but in a job you aren’t happy with, this is the epi...
#15: How to have a CV enhancing gap year, with Susan Griffith
April 03, 2015 23:35 - 42 minutes - 38.8 MBIn episode 15 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with bestselling travel author and gap year expert Susan Griffith, as we cover the topic of how to have a CV enhancing gap year. Susan shares her decades of experience in how to work your way around the world, sharing how to plan and execute an amazing gap year or two. She provides great insight into beginning to plan the gap year, and the best ways to volunteer, teach English and work around the globe. If you’re looking for travel inspiratio...
#14: 7 Books every graduate should read
March 23, 2015 07:05 - 27 minutes - 25.1 MBIn episode 14 of the Graduate Job Podcast I cover the 7 books that I think every job seeking graduate should read. I cover books for all stages of the recruitment and job hunting process, from the beginning when you might not know where to start, through to how to create an amazing CV, and for the final stages of the assessment process of interviews and assessment centres. Everyone is a winner and reading any of them will enhance your job hunting prowess. If you’re currently looking for a bo...
#13: How to get a job in TV with Elsa Sharp
March 13, 2015 06:55 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MBIn episode 13 of the Graduate Job Podcast we focus on how to get a job in television, as we speak with author and BBC Talent Manager Elsa Sharp. If you’ve ever thought about a career or job in TV then this episode is perfect for you. It’s well worth listening to no matter what you’re applying for, as Elsa’s insights into work experience, networking and the importance of having the correct attitude are applicable across all industries. So sit back, relax and let’s crack on with episode 13 of ...
#12: How to create your personal brand with Jennifer Holloway
March 04, 2015 00:00 - 42 minutes - 39.1 MBIn episode 12 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with bestselling author and PR and branding expert Jennifer Holloway, as we cover the topic of how to create your own personal brand. Jennifer shares why everyone needs to start thinking about their personal brand, no matter what your age or experience. She provides great insight into how you can begin to develop your personal brand, and the best ways for you to share it with the world. If you are a current student or recent graduate then thi...
#11: How to stop procrastination, with Michael Tefula
February 18, 2015 06:59 - 42 minutes - 38.6 MBIn episode 11 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with bestselling author Michael Tefula as we cover the topic of how to stop procrastinating in your search for a job. Michael shares his strategies for recognising the reason why you are procrastinating in your job hunt, and also tips for how you can overcome it. If you have been putting off applying for a job, or have several half-finished online applications, then this is the episode for you.
#10: How to create an amazing CV with Lis McGuire
February 11, 2015 09:09 - 40 minutes - 37.1 MBIn episode 10 of the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with Lis McGuire, professional CV writer and the founder of Giraffe CVs as delve into all aspects of creating an amazing CV. We go from how to get the CV writing process started through to the language to use, top hints and tips to catch a recruiter’s interest and we even get deep into the specific fonts to use. If you’re creating a new CV or if your existing one needs an update, then this is the episode for you.
#9: How to get a job with a tech start-up with Alastair Paterson
February 04, 2015 06:25 - 32 minutes - 30 MBThis week I speak with Alastair Paterson, CEO of Digital Shadows, a hot UK tech start-up who are flying in the field of digital security. Alastair shares his considerable experience to tell you exactly what you need to do to get a job with a tech start-up. We cover all aspects of the recruitment process at a small start-up, from how to get an internship, how to get the job itself, common mistakes people make, how to stand out from the crowd, and finally how then to negotiate yourself some e...
#8: How to use video CVs with Jack Catherall
January 21, 2015 06:19 - 32 minutes - 30.2 MBThis week on the Graduate Job Podcast I speak with Jack Catherall, Managing Director of GradEye, an innovative social recruitment platform which uses video CVs to connect graduates to employers. We cover all aspects of making a memorable video CV, from how to record it, though to top tips and basic mistakes to avoid. We also explore wider aspects of the recruitment process such as how to make your CV stand out, and amazing tips to wow any CEO. So sit back and enjoy this 8th episode of the Gr...
#7: How to get a job in PR with Sarah Stimson
January 14, 2015 06:38 - 34 minutes - 31.6 MBIn this 7th episode of the Graduate Job Podcast we focus on how to get a job in PR, as we speak to PR expert and author Sarah Stimson. If you’ve ever thought about a career and job in PR then this episode will blow your socks off. It’s well worth listening to no matter what you’re applying for as Sarah’s insights into work experience, internships and the application process more generally are priceless. So get yourself ready and let’s crack on with episode 7 of the Graduate Job Podcast.
#6: Transitioning from university to work with David Shindler
January 07, 2015 20:19 - 35 minutes - 32.4 MBIn this sixth episode I speak with author and career coach David Shindler, who guides us through the tricky transition period from university to getting a job. Recently graduated and stuck in a rut, or soon to graduate and you want to make the transition process as easy as possible? Then this episode of the Graduate Job Podcast is for you.
#5: Social Media with Mildred Talabi
December 15, 2014 06:36 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MBHello, and welcome to the fifth episode of the Graduate Job Podcast. Today I speak with author and blogger Mildred Talabi as we cover how to effectively use social media in your job hunt. Not sure on the best way to use LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and Google+ then this episode is for you. Ready? Let’s go straight to episode 5.
#4: Career Planning with Steve Rook
December 12, 2014 16:38 - 34 minutes - 31.3 MBIn this fourth episode I speak with best-selling careers author Steve Rook as we delve into the topic of career planning. Not sure on the first steps to take, or do you feel like your career isn’t going where you want it to? Then this episode is for you.
#3: Job Hunting Secrets with Richard Maun
November 29, 2014 08:58 - 31 minutes - 28.8 MBThis week I speak with Richard Maun, business coach, author of the excellent Job Hunting 3.0 and visiting lecturer on career matters and communication skills. Together we explore Richard’s 3 job hunting secrets. Implement these and you will be well on the way to bagging that amazing job.
#2: How to ace assessment centres with Denise Taylor
November 23, 2014 19:29 - 34 minutes - 31.2 MBIn this second episode I speak with career expert, Denise Taylor as we explore the topic of assessment centres. Denise is an award winning career coach, best-selling author, and chartered psychologist, and she shares her experience of how to impress at all aspects of an assessment centre, from the group exercises, through to presentations and face to face interviews. Having designed and run hundreds of assessment centres over the last 20 years Denise is able to share amazing tips that will h...
#1: Amazing interviews with Jon Gregory
November 22, 2014 13:54 - 33 minutes - 30.9 MBIn this first episode I speak with author and career coach Jon Gregory as we focus on the topic of interviews. We explore how to ace telephone interviews through to tips for having amazing face to face interviews, and everything else in between.