Resume Assassin Unfiltered

Mary Southern
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Resume Assassin Unfiltered is where I break down what really works in resumes, careers, and LinkedIn. I’m Mary Southern, and I’ve helped clients land interviews at Netflix, Microsoft, Google, Johns Hopkins, Nvidia, Apple, and more. I’ve also helped executives land paid board seats, speaking gigs, and consulting opportunities through LinkedIn. On the podcast, I share real stories, actionable tips, and lessons I’ve learned—and I chat with top thinkers in careers, marketing, and business to see what’s really working right now.

  1. Why Should We Hire You? (Copy This Answer)

    2D AGO

    Why Should We Hire You? (Copy This Answer)

    "Stop giving generic, forgettable answers to ""Why should we hire you?"" In this video, I'm breaking down the exact three-part framework (Problem + Proof + Projection) that hiring managers actually want to hear—plus how to customize it so you don't sound like a robot reading a script. If you're tired of interviewing well but not getting offers, this is the answer that changes everything." Timestamps: "0:00 - Intro: Why This Question Kills Your Interview 1:30 - Point 1: Why This Question Breaks Everyone 5:30 - Point 2: What Hiring Managers Are Really Asking 10:00 - Point 3: The Three-Part Framework (Copy This Answer) 16:00 - Point 4: How to Customize Without Sounding Scripted 20:00 - Point 5: The Delivery That Seals the Deal 24:00 - Outro: Your Next Steps" More Resources: www.resumeassassin.com Resume Pro Academy: https://academy.resumeassassin.com Check your ATS Score: https://www.resumeassassin.com/resume-analyzer Free Resume Template: www.resumeassassin.com/newsletter CONNECT WITH ME! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-southern Instagram: @resumeassassin TikTok: @resume_assassin_mary

    24 min
  2. Stop Making This Critical Resume Mistake

    FEB 18

    Stop Making This Critical Resume Mistake

    Your resume is being rejected because you're hiding your value in plain sight. Stop making this critical resume mistake! In this episode, I'm breaking down the four sneaky mistakes that make even qualified candidates invisible to hiring managers, and showing you exactly how to fix them. These aren't the typical resume tips you've heard a thousand times. This is about reframing your experience so recruiters finally see you as the obvious choice. Timestamps: 0:00 Intro: The Critical Mistake Hiding Your Value 1:30 The Invisible Impact Problem: Why Your Accomplishments Mean Nothing Without Context 7:30 The Comparison Killer: How to Prove You're Actually Exceptional 13:00 The Specificity Gap: Why Vague Language Makes You Forgettable 18:30 The Backwards Resume Problem: Lead with Impact, Not Process 23:30 Outro: Your Action Plan to Fix Your Resume Today Join my newsletter: https://www.resumeassassin.com/newsletter Check your ATS score: https://www.resumeassassin.com/resume-analyzer More Resources: www.resumeassassin.com Resume Pro Academy: https://academy.resumeassassin.com CONNECT WITH ME! LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-southern Instagram: @resumeassassin TikTok: @resume_assassin_mary

    18 min
  3. 7 Things I Look For on Every Resume (Ex-Amazon Recruiter)

    FEB 11

    7 Things I Look For on Every Resume (Ex-Amazon Recruiter)

    FREE RESOURCES & TOOLS: Join my newsletter for weekly job search and career tips you won't find anywhere else: https://www.resumeassassin.com/newsletter/ (Get instant access to my free ATS-friendly resume template) Resume Assassin: www.resumeassassin.com - Professional resume writing services and career coaching to land your dream role Resume Sidekick: www.resumesidekick.io - AI-powered resume optimization tools that help you beat Applicant Tracking Systems Land Your Dream Job Course: https://academy.resumeassassin.com - My complete step-by-step system including the 2-Hour Job Search method, resume templates, LinkedIn optimization, and interview strategies CONNECT WITH ME: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-southern Instagram: @resumeassassin TikTok: @resume_assassin_mary EPISODE TEASER I used to read 50-100 resumes a day at Amazon. Most of them had good metrics, clean formatting, all the "right" stuff. But they still didn't get interviews. Turns out, there are seven specific things recruiters scan for that nobody talks about. Not the obvious stuff!! The hidden signals that separate the "maybe" pile from the "interview immediately" pile. That's what this video is about. Let's get into it. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro: Why your "good" resume isn't getting interviews 2:15 - Signal #1: Evidence of decision-making under ambiguity 5:30 - Signal #2: The "scope creep" signal 8:20 - Signal #3: Recovery stories (not just success stories) 11:10 - Signal #4: The velocity indicator 13:45 - Signal #5: Collaborative tension navigation 16:20 - Signal #6: Scale language 18:40 - Signal #7: Self-directed learning evidence 21:15 - Recap & next steps

    21 min
  4. I've Helped 2,000+ People Land Jobs - Top Candidates All Do THIS

    FEB 4

    I've Helped 2,000+ People Land Jobs - Top Candidates All Do THIS

    FREE RESOURCES & TOOLS: Join my newsletter for weekly job search and career tips you won't find anywhere else: https://www.resumeassassin.com/newsletter/ (Get instant access to my free ATS-friendly resume template) Resume Assassin: www.resumeassassin.com - Professional resume writing services and career coaching to land your dream role Resume Sidekick: www.resumesidekick.io - AI-powered resume optimization tools that help you beat Applicant Tracking Systems Land Your Dream Job Course: https://academy.resumeassassin.com - My complete step-by-step system including the 2-Hour Job Search method, resume templates, LinkedIn optimization, and interview strategies CONNECT WITH ME: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-southern Instagram: @resumeassassin TikTok: @resume_assassin_mary EPISODE TEASER I've helped over 2,000 people land jobs at companies like Google, Microsoft, Tesla, and Netflix, and I've noticed the top candidates all do the same 5 things that most people completely miss. These aren't the usual tips you hear from career coaches. They're specific, tactical shifts that actually work. In this video, I'm breaking down exactly what separates people who get multiple offers from people who can't even get a callback, and how you can start using these strategies today. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro: Why Less Qualified People Are Getting Hired 1:30 - The Fundamental Shift Top Candidates Make 3:15 - Point #1: Act Like You're Dating, Not Begging 6:45 - Point #2: Reverse-Engineer the Hiring Manager's Nightmare 10:20 - Point #3: Treat the Application as the Audition 13:50 - Point #4: Build a "Receipts Folder" for Every Achievement 17:10 - Point #5: Follow Up Like a Chess Player, Not a Stalker 19:45 - Recap & Action Steps 21:00 - Final Thoughts & How to Get Started

    21 min
  5. What Interviewers Really Want (It's Not What You Think)

    JAN 28

    What Interviewers Really Want (It's Not What You Think)

    FREE RESOURCES & TOOLS: Join my newsletter for weekly job search and career tips you won't find anywhere else: https://www.resumeassassin.com/newsletter/ (Get instant access to my free ATS-friendly resume template) Resume Assassin: www.resumeassassin.com - Professional resume writing services and career coaching to land your dream role Resume Sidekick: www.resumesidekick.io - AI-powered resume optimization tools that help you beat Applicant Tracking Systems Land Your Dream Job Course: https://academy.resumeassassin.com - My complete step-by-step system including the 2-Hour Job Search method, resume templates, LinkedIn optimization, and interview strategies CONNECT WITH ME: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-southern Instagram: @resumeassassin TikTok: @resume_assassin_mary EPISODE TEASER So you walked out of that interview feeling pretty good, right? You answered everything perfectly. You had great examples. You were polished. And then... nothing. Meanwhile, someone else just got the offer. What happened? Here's the thing: interviewers aren't hiring based on what you think they're hiring on. There's a whole psychological game happening that nobody talks about. And once you understand it? Everything changes. In this video, I'm pulling back the curtain on what's ACTUALLY getting people hired. TIMESTAMPS 0:00 - Intro: What Interviewers Are Really Looking For 1:30 - Principle #1: They're Hiring a Solution, Not a Resume 5:00 - Principle #2: Kill Their Fear of Making a Bad Hire 8:30 - Principle #3: Make Them Look Good 12:00 - Principle #4: Chemistry Beats Credentials 15:30 - Principle #5: Prove You Want THIS Job 19:00 - Principle #6: Lead the Conversation (Without Them Noticing) 22:30 - Recap & Next Steps Subscribe for weekly videos every Wednesday! #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #ResumeAssassin #JobSearchTips #LinkedInStrategy #CareerGrowth #Networking #JobHunting #2HourJobSearch #CareerDevelopment

    16 min
  6. I write resumes for a living - here's how I'd get hired in 24 hours

    JAN 21

    I write resumes for a living - here's how I'd get hired in 24 hours

    FREE RESOURCES & TOOLS: Join my newsletter for weekly job search and career tips you won't find anywhere else: https://www.resumeassassin.com/newsletter/ (Get instant access to my free ATS-friendly resume template) Resume Assassin: www.resumeassassin.com - Professional resume writing services and career coaching to land your dream role Resume Sidekick: www.resumesidekick.io - AI-powered resume optimization tools that help you beat Applicant Tracking Systems Land Your Dream Job Course: https://academy.resumeassassin.com - My complete step-by-step system including the 2-Hour Job Search method, resume templates, LinkedIn optimization, and interview strategies CONNECT WITH ME: LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-southern Instagram: @resumeassassin TikTok: @resume_assassin_mary EPISODE TEASER You're three months behind on bills and every day that passes without income makes the panic worse. Everyone tells you to 'perfect your resume' and 'wait for the right fit' - but what if you don't have time for that? I'm Mary Southern, founder of Resume Assassin, and today I'm revealing the seven unconventional strategies I'd actually use if I desperately needed a job in 24 hours. These aren't the tactics you'll find in LinkedIn articles - they're the uncomfortable moves that work when speed matters more than perfection. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 - Intro: Why Your Job Search Isn't Working 1:30 - The Problem with Online Applications 5:00 - The LAMP Method Explained 10:00 - Finding the Right People to Contact 15:00 - The Message That Gets Responses 20:00 - Mastering the Informational Interview 24:30 - The 2-Hour Weekly System 27:30 - Common Mistakes to Avoid 29:30 - Your Next Steps Subscribe for weekly videos every Wednesday! #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #ResumeAssassin #JobSearchTips #LinkedInStrategy #CareerGrowth #Networking #JobHunting #2HourJobSearch #CareerDevelopment

    28 min
  7. Job Searching After 50? Stop Making This Critical Mistake

    JAN 14

    Job Searching After 50? Stop Making This Critical Mistake

    FREE RESOURCES & COURSES Free ATS Resume Analyzer: https://www.resumeassassin.com/resume-analyzer Work with me: www.ResumeAssassin.com AI Tools: www.ResumeSidekick.io Resume Pro Academy: https://academy.resumeassassin.com NEWSLETTER Join my newsletter for weekly LinkedIn growth tips you won't find anywhere else: https://www.resumeassassin.com/newsletter/ CONNECT WITH ME LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-southern Instagram: @resumeassassin TikTok: @resume_assassin_mary EPISODE TEASER Three months of applications. Zero interviews. Sound familiar? Here's the truth: you're not getting overlooked because you're over 50. You're getting overlooked because you're packaging yourself all wrong. I'm Mary Southern from Resume Assassin, and today I'm showing you the one critical mistake that's costing you interviews—and the five specific fixes that will get hiring managers to finally notice you. Your next job starts right here. VIDEO TIME STAMPS 0:00 - Why qualified candidates over 50 aren't getting callbacks 1:30 - Introduction & what you'll learn in this video 3:00 - Resume Mistake: Stop listing 25+ years of history 8:30 - The salary assumption that's costing you interviews 14:00 - Updating your skills language for 2025 19:30 - How to show energy and enthusiasm in your materials 24:00 - Leveraging your network the right way 29:30 - Action steps: What to do this week 31:00 - Resources and next steps #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #ResumeAssassin #JobSearchTips #LinkedIn #CareerTips Subscribe for weekly videos where I break down real job search strategies that actually work—backed by 10+ years of experience and 4,000+ resumes written for top companies.

    16 min
  8. The Job Search Trick That Changes Everything in 2026

    JAN 7

    The Job Search Trick That Changes Everything in 2026

    FREE RESOURCES & COURSES Free ATS Resume Analyzer: https://www.resumeassassin.com/resume-analyzer Work with me: www.ResumeAssassin.com AI Tools: www.ResumeSidekick.io Resume Pro Academy: https://academy.resumeassassin.com NEWSLETTER Join my newsletter for weekly LinkedIn growth tips you won't find anywhere else: https://www.resumeassassin.com/newsletter/ CONNECT WITH ME LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/mary-southern Instagram: @resumeassassin TikTok: @resume_assassin_mary EPISODE TEASER Right now, you're scrolling through Indeed, refreshing LinkedIn, checking company career pages for the tenth time today. You've applied to 47 jobs this month. Radio silence. Meanwhile, someone else just got hired for a role that was never posted online. They didn't compete with 250 other applicants. They didn't even apply. The company created the position specifically for them. Here's what nobody's telling you: this is how 70% of hiring actually works in 2026. You've been playing a game where 70% of the prizes are in a room you didn't even know existed. Up to 70-80% of all job openings are never publicly advertised—they're filled through referrals, recruiter relationships, and internal networks long before they hit job boards. In this video, I'm breaking down the hidden job market explosion of 2026, why the best opportunities don't have signs, and the exact strategies to access roles that were never meant to be found online. These are the same tactics my clients use to land offers at Microsoft, Google, Tesla, and Netflix—and they're backed by hard data. If you're tired of applying into the void or watching opportunities pass you by, this is the job search playbook you need for 2026. VIDEO TIME STAMPS 0:00 - The Hidden Job Market Reality Check 3:15 - The Iceberg: 70% of Jobs You'll Never See 7:45 - The New Math of Job Searching (Why Online Applications Don't Work) 12:20 - The Speakeasy Effect: Why the Best Jobs Don't Have Signs 16:30 - The 2026 Access Playbook (5 Strategies That Actually Work) 22:00 - How One Hidden Job Opens Ten More #JobSearch #CareerAdvice #ResumeAssassin #JobSearchTips #LinkedIn #CareerTips Subscribe for weekly videos where I break down real job search strategies that actually work—backed by 10+ years of experience and 4,000+ resumes written for top companies.

    22 min
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Resume Assassin Unfiltered is where I break down what really works in resumes, careers, and LinkedIn. I’m Mary Southern, and I’ve helped clients land interviews at Netflix, Microsoft, Google, Johns Hopkins, Nvidia, Apple, and more. I’ve also helped executives land paid board seats, speaking gigs, and consulting opportunities through LinkedIn. On the podcast, I share real stories, actionable tips, and lessons I’ve learned—and I chat with top thinkers in careers, marketing, and business to see what’s really working right now.

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  • Creator
    Mary Southern
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    98
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mary Southern
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    Resume Assassin Unfiltered

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