LJNRadio: Job Search Guide LJNRadio

If you talk with enough people, you're bound to come across some very interesting scenarios. Jim Webber conducted thousands of job interviews throughout his career as a human resources manager, and he joins Tim Muma to share some of the more disastrous conversations. These anecdotes aren't only meant to entertain and frighten, but to give the listeners an understanding of what NOT to do in an interview. Jim also shares his advice on how to handle situations you may come across, no matter what side of the interview you're on. Job Search Guide covers all facets of the process from strategies for cover letters and interviewing to the opportunity for job seekers to pick the brains of hiring personnel to get the inside track.

The job interview remains the best opportunity to truly sell yourself as a person and a professional to land a new job. There are a number components to the interview that runs the gamut from preparation and body language to questions for the employer and following up. Barry Drexler, the Expert Interview Coach, tackles a number of terms associated with the interview and gives Tim Muma an idea of how each of these impact your chances. Barry also shares some inside tips on how to nail each portion of your next interview. Job Search Guide covers all facets of the process from strategies for cover letters and interviewing to the opportunity for job seekers to pick the brains of hiring personnel to get the inside track.

Effective networking doesn't come from simply chatting up as many people as you can to tell them how great you are or what type of job you're seeking. Executive talent agent Debra Feldman stresses the need to attract others to recognize your skills, experience, and expertise. She tells Tim Muma that who you speak to and how you grab their attention matters as much as anything else when on the hunt for a new job or career. Job Search Guide covers all facets of the process from strategies for cover letters and interviewing to the opportunity for job seekers to pick the brains of hiring personnel to get the inside track.

Finding a new job is often a challenging and frustrating process, but there are additional obstacles if you've been out of the traditional workforce to take care of your children. Mandy Carter, director of social media for CSI globalVCard, gives all the stay-at-home moms (and dads) tips on being ready to jump back into the workforce. Among other items, Mandy tells Tim Muma about overcoming guilt, keeping your skills up to date, and ensuring your network knows your plan. Job Search Guide covers all facets of the process from strategies for cover letters and interviewing to the opportunity for job seekers to pick the brains of hiring personnel to get the inside track.

Many people stress about job interviews, recognizing it's a live, final shot at getting a new position. With proper planning and the right mindset, everyone can have a perfect strategy heading into their job interview. Mike Perry, president of Szarka Financial, has more than 30 years of experience as a hiring manager. He joins Tim Muma to discuss a handful of key items you should focus on for your next interview that will get you the job. The information is not intended to be a substitute for specific individualized tax, legal or investment planning advice. Therefore, the information should only be relied upon when coordinated with individual professional advice. Securities offered through Registered Representatives of Cambridge Investment Research, Inc., a Broker Dealer, member FINRA/SIPC. Advisory Services through Cambridge Investment Research Advisors, Inc., a Registered Investment Adviser. Cambridge and Szarka Financial are not affiliated. Cambridge and Szarka Financial are not affiliated. Fixed Insurance services offered through Szarka Financial. Job Search Guide covers all facets of the process from strategies for cover letters and interviewing to the opportunity for job seekers to pick the brains of hiring personnel to get the inside track.

Resumes are a popular topic on LJNRadio for good reason, and for this episode Tim Muma takes a slightly altered approach. He speaks with Jessica Holbrook Hernandez, president and CEO of Great Resumes Fast, who brings her experienced insights with her. The strategy she brings to this show is finding a way to take one's early resume - often short and light on experience - and finding ways to create a stronger, more professional appearance to help land you that next great position. Job Search Guide covers all facets of the process from strategies for cover letters and interviewing to the opportunity for job seekers to pick the brains of hiring personnel to get the inside track.