Job Search Hacks on Career B*tches
Career podcast
This week, Marcelle and Ann welcome job seeker Heather Selig to the show to answer any all questions about job searching strategies. We learn how to use recruiters effectively, ways to translate experience from one industry to another, and reframe the way we approach contacting people in our alumni networks. Heather is a public policy and government relations leader with 15+ years’ experience creating and implementing strategic objectives in the U.S. and internationally. She's a badass ready for her own chief of staff, so please reach out if you would like us to put you in contact!
Highlights:
How to navigate not having direct experience in an industry and/or job titles that don't translate well to other industries
Should you rely on external recruiters?
Should you listen to colleagues and friends suggesting small changes to your resume?
Who to reach out to in companies where there's a job you've applied to or simply are interested in
The power of your alumni networks
The danger of giving yourself a strict deadline for your search if you don't necessarily need to move on
Her amazing system for tracking conversations and job applications