Biz and Mayhem

Tara Parker and Chris Batcheller
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Co-hosts Tara Parker and Chris Batcheller talk careers, family life and anything else that comes along the way. They are joined by Dads Care 2 founder Dennis Fontleroy to talk about parenting and life with kids. In this podcast the segments are: The Newsroom, Career Workout (improve your career), The IT corner (tech stuff and software), Media Madness (book, articles, tv shows, movies), Career Fails (what not to do at work), and The Parent Life.

  1. E36 - Getting Hired! Your First Day on the Job

    09/18/2021

    E36 - Getting Hired! Your First Day on the Job

    We talk about what to do (and what not to do!) on your first day on the job. For the show notes or to send us a message visit: https://www.bizandmayhem.com. Please support the show for only $3 bucks a month! Visit Pateron at: https://www.patreon.com/join/BAMpodcast/signup?ru=%2Fjoin%2FBAMpodcast%2Fcheckout%3Frid%3D6762683http%253A%252F%252F%26

    39 min
  2. E35 - Getting Hired! Negotiations

    08/03/2021

    E35 - Getting Hired! Negotiations

    For the show notes or to send us a message visit: https://www.bizandmayhem.com. Please support the show for only $3 bucks a month! Visit Pateron at: https://www.patreon.com/join/BAMpodcast/signup?ru=%2Fjoin%2FBAMpodcast%2Fcheckout%3Frid%3D6762683http%253A%252F%252F%26 Negotiations Do's and Don't's: Don't: 1. Don't bring up salary first. This tends to give way to the idea that you are only interested in money. Employers pay for skills and talents not your desire for money. Money might be a driver but it should not be the only reason for applying for a position. 2. Don't make up a number. If you are applying for a role have an idea of what that role is worth, and, more importantly, why that role is worth that amount. That doesn't mean that is what you will earn but it should align pretty close to your desired salary. 3. Don't take the first offer given to you. It's not as though a potential employer wants to undercut you but they aren't going to just give away the bank, either. A little-known fact about negotiation is that more employers expect you to negotiate and will, often, be let down when you don't. 4. Don't go overboard or get greedy. Do's: 1. Do know the market value of the role. This means you are going to do some research, which can include internet searches to talking with professionals within the industry, if not the company you have applied with. Get an idea of what the going salary range is. 2. Do expect to go back and forth with the negotiation. No one should be trying to "win" when it comes to negotiation but there should be a happy medium where both parties feel good about the deal. 3. Do press your luck, a little. Being aggressive with your negotiation strategy is important in receiving an offer you will accept. Being unreasonable is another story! 4. Do have a strategy. Don't go all willy-nilly into a negotiation. Have a salary range you are comfortable with, maybe a sign on bonus range that you would sweeten the deal and perhaps some vacation. If you are not sure the company you applied with offers sign on bonuses or the like research and find out. 5. DO reflect on your interview to help create your negotiation strategy. You got an offer for a reason and those reasons are great for building your case when negotiating. Many employers will encourage you to negotiate by asking you to qualify your counter offer. So do it. Use your experience and specialized skills to support why you deserve more salary or that sign on bonus or vacation. Don't just expect it but know your why for it. 6. DO watch for red flags. If more than a few things seem off, it may not be a good company to work for. 7. Do be brave! Most of all, don't be afraid. Practice your negotiation strategy in your head or with someone that you feel comfortable with. Rolling over and playing dead at the first offer doesn't speak to the skill set you likely sold your potential employer on during the interview. You made the first impression at the interview now back it up with your negotiation skills. 8. Do be time sensitive. Respond within a day. You don't have to respond in 5 minutes, but don't let it hang. If you need a few days to respond, let them know.

    38 min

  3. 07/01/2021

    E34 - Getting Hired! Interviews

    In this episode, Chris and Tara talk all about tips for interviews. If you being interviewed or giving one, this show has some help for you! Learn what to bring to an interview and what to ask (and not), and if your giving an interview we give some tips for getting the interview off to a good start and the types of questions your shouldn’t ask.

    54 min

  4. 06/25/2021

    E33 - Getting Hired! Resumes

    In the first of our four part series on getting hired, Chris and Tara talk all about resumes! They cover format, writing tips, submitting your resume and more. Tune in to find out all the best info about writing your best resume!

    55 min

  5. 05/23/2021

    E32 - Cancel Culture

    To cancel or not to cancel that is the question. How do you feel about cancel culture? Do you cancel others? See the show notes at www.bizandmayhem.com (you can also subscribe to our Patreon page there).

    1h 36m
  6. E31 - Corporate Social Justice Warriors

    05/13/2021

    E31 - Corporate Social Justice Warriors

    Should companies be social justice warriors? Our listeners weigh in. PLUS Tebow Gets a Deal, Ransomware causes panic and Twitter is two-faced. Get all the show notes at www.bizandmayhem.com

    1h 4m
  7. E30 - How Much Ya Gonna Pay Me?

    04/29/2021

    E30 - How Much Ya Gonna Pay Me?

    Should job postings have salary ranges? In the news - flying turtles, Josh's get in a fight, going to Mars, Cops on LeBron James

    55 min
  8. E29 - Who Buys Dinner?

    04/26/2021

    E29 - Who Buys Dinner?

    Who buys dinner? Police shooting in Ohio, Was justice served in the Derek Chauvin trial? Girl Eagle Scouts, Parlor is back on Apple App Store

    1h 13m
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About

Co-hosts Tara Parker and Chris Batcheller talk careers, family life and anything else that comes along the way. They are joined by Dads Care 2 founder Dennis Fontleroy to talk about parenting and life with kids. In this podcast the segments are: The Newsroom, Career Workout (improve your career), The IT corner (tech stuff and software), Media Madness (book, articles, tv shows, movies), Career Fails (what not to do at work), and The Parent Life.

Information

  • Creator
    Tara Parker and Chris Batcheller
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    36
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2023 Tara Parker and Chris Batcheller
  • Show Website
    Biz and Mayhem