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Interview Boss

Interview Boss

Interview Boss

Welcome to Interview Boss hosted by sisters Emma and Sarah Smith. This podcast is all about providing advice, inspiration and support for job seekers. Whether you're between jobs, or looking for your dream promotion, we're here to give you the tips, tricks and behind the scenes knowledge you need to be the boss of your career. We'll dive deep in to all things resume, cover letter, job application, job search strategy, interviews and offer negotiations. We're going to bring you a mix of advice shows, interviews with influential hiring managers, as well as job seeker stories all to help you during your job hunt. Hit subscribe, and get ready to be the BOSS of your career.

134 - Why we're not using the word 'REJECTED' in the job search anymore!
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  • 134 - Why we're not using the word 'REJECTED' in the job search anymore!

    The job search process can be brutal and getting knocked back repeatedly can really affect your self esteem. But what if the language you're using is only making things worse and fueling a confidence spiral? Our words are SO powerful!

    In this weekโ€™s episode, Emma and Sarah delve into the true definition of the word 'rejected' and why we are officially banning our listeners from using it. It's time to ditch the negative self talk and reframe your mindset.

    ๐Ÿ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to B who bought us 7 coffees!

    "Emma and Sarah, I cannot thank you enough for all the ways that youโ€™ve helped me throughout one of the most challenging seasons of my life! I struggle with perfectionismโ€”anxiously trying to avoid (what I perceive as) failure. Because you gals are honest, experienced, humble, fun-loving, and just flat out in touch with reality, you helped me stop disqualifying myself, start affirming my skills and experience, start internalising that I could learn new things, and stop trying to have absolutely everything figured out. Each job search has been pretty stressful for me, but my most recent one was especially overwhelming. I had just graduated from seminary; I didnโ€™t know what kinds of jobs would be a viable fit for me (financially and otherwise); my wife and I were new home-owners and pregnant with our first child; AND my wife felt called to be a stay-at-home mom. About three months into my job search, a really exciting job popped up that my wife told me Iโ€™d be perfect at. I had seen the same job posting, but had written it off because I was fixating on the few qualifications that I didnโ€™t have (maybe 10-20% of them) and ignoring the qualifications I did have (definitely 80%, no exaggeration). At this point in my job search I was convinced Iโ€™d have to take a job I hated in order to provide for my family, so I stubbornly focused on preparing for other jobs that were already on my radar instead of letting myself hope about this exciting one. But throughout pursuing those other jobs, I listened to more and more of your episodes, and they really started to help me see my patterns and name them for what they were: unhealthy, lacking compassion, ignoring my story, and out-of-touch with reality. Moreover, your wisdom helped me make the most out of a ridiculous interview process (at least 6 hours total!) with an organisation I came to observe as toxic; and your realistic optimism helped me be bounce back from that and be confident, honest, and prepared while applying for the exciting job my wife mentioned! Your generous breadth of content not only helped me nail the application and interview, AND GET THE JOB(!!), it also helped me transition into this new role with confidence and direction during the onboarding period! Iโ€™ve implemented many of your tips for after you get the job and my supervisors are quite impressedโ€”if my supervisors were Australian, theyโ€™d describe me as โ€œkeenโ€ (one of my fav words that you guys use). I feel like I owe you guys the whole first year of my salary lol, but my wife said we canโ€™t afford that, so weโ€™ll just stick with some coffees for now. Thanks again for being such a fun and faithful blessing to me and so many others. Blessings to you both on your journeys! ๐Ÿ’›"

    โ˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

    ๐Ÿ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

    ๐Ÿ’Œย  Follow us on Instagram

    ๐Ÿ’ปย  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

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    Thu, 11 Apr 2024 - 20min
  • 133 - Why you might be getting GHOSTED!

    We don't endorse ghosting, butttttt we're not going to pretend it doesn't happen in the real world. ๐Ÿ‘ป

    Itโ€™s the most frustrating and heartbreaking part of a job search. You donโ€™t know whether youโ€™re still in the running, or whether you werenโ€™t the right fit.

    In this episode, Sarah and Emma discuss what might be going on behind the scenes and what to do about it. Hint: (nothing).

    ๐Ÿ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Ione who bought us 5 coffees

    "Hello you wonderful, talented humans! Where do I even start Sarah and Emma? I stumbled (literally, I was out running in the dark...) across your podcast while in a blind panic after being invited for a second interview. I had really lost my confidence after the previous job I applied for invited me for SIX, yes SIX interviews, only to let me down in the last round. I was gutted and really disheartened, so when this interview rolled around, I was determined to make this job mine, I just didn't know how! After absolutely BINGEING, your podcast I felt my confidence growing. The storytelling technique was incredible and I found myself remembering all of my blindingly good best bits! Skip forward to interview day, I listened to the 'hype up' episode in the car on the way, I accepted the water, I sat up straight and yes, my notebook was front and centre... As the interview started, I instantly felt relaxed and that I had everything I needed to weave my stories into my answers. When it came to questions at the end, I remembered to ask one to each member of the panel, including the HR Manager (thanks for THAT episode ladies) and 1.5 hrs later they proceeded to tour me around the building and offer me the job ON THE SPOT! I am a sports marketer living in rural Switzerland so jobs like this don't come around too often. I honestly COULD NOT have done it without you Sarah and Emma. The confidence you gave was incredible but above all, you helped me feel less alone. Being on the job search is such a lonely and isolating process but you helped to normalise it and above all, you made me laugh. I can't thank you enough and have already passed you on to a couple of friends who are already hooked!ย "

    โ˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

    ๐Ÿ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

    ๐Ÿ’Œย  Follow us on Instagram

    ๐Ÿ’ปย  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

    www.interviewboss.com.au

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    Thu, 04 Apr 2024 - 23min
  • 132 - How to talk about THAT thing you're stressing about!

    Here at Interview Boss, we believe it's important to own your own career story - even the not so great parts! But we've noticed people are SO worried about doing this, out of a fear of highlighting any potential pitfalls.

    Hundreds of people have DM'd us over the years asking how they can explain their specific, sometimes 'tricky' situation when applying for jobs.

    In this week's episode, we give REAL examples of how to address common job-seeker conundrums including taking time off due to a health condition, moving around a lot as a military partner, marriage breakdown, being fired from your last job and having dabbled in many different industries.

    We explain how you CAN share these seemingly challenging details, while crafting a narrative that showcases your strengths. Even if we don't cover your exact scenario in this episode, after listening, you'll understand how to address the situation authentically!

    ๐Ÿ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Martina who bought us 5 coffees!

    "Greetings from Germany!ย I quit my PhD in economics a couple months ago after two years of feeling anxious, stuck and just absolutely miserable. Having only one year of work experience prior to starting the PhD, the relief of leaving academia was quickly replaced by absolute panic about my career prospects. I felt like I wasted the previous years and regressed both in terms of motivation and abilities. After a few meltdowns on my friend Rachel's couch, she recommended I listen to your podcast. She thought it would help me structure my job search and give me ideas how to change the narrative around my experience to become an attractive candidate on the job market. Just a few episodes in, my confidence soared! Working on my best bits, I realised I grew and learned so much in the years I spent in research! Using your guidance, I found a way to showcase both my technical and soft skills, and talk about my prior experience in a way that is appreciated in the private sector. Even more helpful were your tips on how to communicate honestly and convincingly about the desire to switch careers. Now, four months after leaving my previous position, I got the perfect job in an energy consultancy, where I will be working on energy transformation and decarbonisation in Eastern Europe! I am so happy my friend pointed me out to your podcast! I wouldnโ€™t have managed without your wisdom and support. I am so thankful to you and will not stop promoting the podcast to literally every person who as much as thinks about switching jobs. You are doing such an awesome job!!ย Cheers and sooooo many thanks. PS: I also listened to your podcast so much, that my accent apparently changed and I now get regularly asked if I used to live in Australia."

    โ˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

    ๐Ÿ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

    ๐Ÿ’Œย  Follow us on Instagram

    ๐Ÿ’ปย  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

    www.interviewboss.com.au

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    Thu, 21 Mar 2024 - 36min
  • 131 - How to set your referees up for success!

    We all know it's important to keep your referees in the loop when you're progressing through interviews so they aren't caught off guard when the phone rings. But what if there's MORE you could do to set them up for success and ensure they give you a GLOWING, detailed review?

    Our Aunty Sue shared this tried and tested hack with us, and we thought it was WAY too good to gatekeep.

    In this week's episode, we talk about how you can use the last step in the recruitment process to really STAND out and land that offer.

    ๐Ÿ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Kirsty who bought us a coffee! Here's a snippet of what she had to say:

    "Hi Emma and Sarah, firstly thank you so much for your podcast and what you do! I believe I am a living, breathing, and walking existence of your podcast advice. I found you in December 2023. I was receiving multiple job interviews but I could never nail an interview and would always finish them feeling sad and disappointed that I wasnโ€™t able to articulate myself. I searched up 'interview' in Spotify on my daily walk and lo and behold, there you guys were. At this point, I did not realise my whole life was about to change. I became obsessed with listening to you guys because I felt such a change in my confidence. Fast forward to the end of Feb 2024 and I FINALLY landed myself a job at NSW Health as a health promotion officer, in an area I am so passionate about and where there is so much career progression/security in the company. Although the job I got isnโ€™t end game and wasnโ€™t my โ€œdream jobโ€, I realised itโ€™s a stepping stone and there is no rush. I have my whole life to get to where I want to be and just to enjoy the process. My advice for others is to drop the 'dream job' mentality, it isnโ€™t helpful. Last thing, KEEP ON BELIEVING IN YOURSELF and work on those areas where you think youโ€™re failing and I promise you will get there. "

    โ˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

    ๐Ÿ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

    ๐Ÿ’Œย  Follow us on Instagram

    ๐Ÿ’ปย  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

    www.interviewboss.com.au

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    Thu, 14 Mar 2024 - 26min
  • 130 - Struggling to land a remote job? Here's why it's getting harder!

    If there's one thing we can thank COVID for - it's normalising working from home! During the pandemic, most companies had no choice but to allow employees to work remotely and the amount of remote jobs being advertised skyrocketed! But as we transition into the recovery phase of the pandemic, companies are increasingly ordering their workers back into the office - at least on a part time basis.

    Unfortunately this means remote jobs have become EXTREMELY competitive!

    In this week's episode, Sarah and Emma talk about why your resume will be the most important part of the application process and what jobs and industries are more likely to offer remote work. We also explain why considering a hybrid role might be a great plan B.

    ๐Ÿ€ Shoot Your Shot - Shoutout to Sara who bought us 8 coffees!

    "I just came out of my interview and I nailed it! I'm not so worried about whether I get the job or not, I'm just so happy that I did a good interview! I cannot begin to express how much you helped me. I am a chronic procrastinator but this time I found your podcast and listened to it while I was avoiding the task at hand. I went interview outfit shopping, I cleaned my house and went for runs, the whole time listening to you. All of your advice was spot on, you really have something special. Much love from Ireland!

    โ˜• Did our podcast help you out? Want to say thank you in coffee form? Shout us a virtual coffee here: www.buymeacoffee.com/interviewboss

    ๐Ÿ“„ To get step by step help with your interview prep on demand check out our Interview Academy https://www.interviewboss.com.au/interview-academy

    ๐Ÿ’Œย  Follow us on Instagram

    ๐Ÿ’ปย  Check out our website for free jobseeker resources

    www.interviewboss.com.au

    Mentioned in this episode:

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    Episodes For Your Situation

    Thu, 07 Mar 2024 - 24min
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