Leg Job Seeker's Podcast

Today we have a minisode where I try and answer common questions in a concise episode. I went back on Reddit, in which my love/hate relationship has never been seen before on the internet. And I’m going to answer the HOTTEST Reddit Questions that were asked on Reddit. And man these questions are hot. They are so hot, in fact, my friends at Sriracha are cowering in fear. These questions are so hot: Nelly had to write a song about it in 2002. These questions are so hot that Leonardo Di Caprio and George Clooney had to take a lesson out of their book. These questions are so hot, that my fellow Texans stopped complaining about this miserable summer. You’ll hear questions likeIt is okay to say you left a job due to personal issues?Storytelling - how do you incorporate it?How do I stand out?Is it okay to lie on job responsibilities?Follow us:Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaFollow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Ea

Today I brought on Virginia Franco. If you’re a job seeker you probably have seen her postingmeaningful content on LinkedIn.Virginia Franco is a multi-certified Executive Resume and LinkedIn Writer – and a Coach andStoryteller whose documents help clients to land interviews.She founded Virginia Franco Resumes years ago when recognizing that her years of corporatecommunications, journalism, and social work offered a unique understanding of how people read,communicate and share information.She’s also the co-founder of Job Search Journey, the first digital marketplace for job search,to provide job seekers access to high-quality, highly-affordable job search tools from industryexperts. She’s shared job search insight as the host of the Resume Storyteller podcast and in variousleading publications and podcasts.So as you can see, Virginia is going to be just awesome, and this episode is going to really helpyou out if you’re struggling with cutting that resume down and updating it for today’s job search.Resources:Ge

Today we’re addressing how to recession-proof your resume. Maybe you were laid off.Maybe you’re in fear because you’ve heard talk of inflation, recession, other words ending in the shin— and the media seems to make it worse!Well, we’re here for you. We’ll discuss how to bounce back from any job so you can be the resilient job seeker I know you are. We’ll cover strategies on how to prepare your resume if the time comes. Follow us:Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaFollow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

I’m Chris Villanueva, the host of this podcast and co-founder of Let’s Eat, Grandma, a resume service designed to help job seekers get more interviews. Listen up. You’re probably including too much on your resume. Yes, you. I’m actually talking to you. Because you are an accomplished son of a gun who has done a lot in your career. You’re listening to this podcast because you’re a go-getter. You’re listening to this podcast because you are a career warrior. And that comes with a risk, which is the likelihood that you have too much on your resume. Well, today we’re going to discuss why you should only include 10% of yourself on your resume, and how that will ironically make you stand out. I sat down again with David Fano, serial entrepreneur and former WeWork executive. His latest venture, Teal, helps people optimize their job search by providing the level of tooling and infrastructure that companies have but for the individual professional. In just over a year, Teal has grown to a community of o

Today I brought on David Fano. David Fano is a serial entrepreneur, former WeWork executive, and ex-architect who has made it his mission to help people navigate their careers with confidence. His latest venture, Teal, helps people optimize their job search by providing the level of tooling and infrastructure that companies have but for the individual professional. In just over a year, Teal has grown to a community of over 65,000 users committed to advancing their careers.Resources:Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaConnect with David on LinkedInCheck out TealFollow us:Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today we’re covering resume do’s and don’ts. Follow us:Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaFollow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I brought on Austin Belcak.Austin is the founder of CultivatedCulture.com where he helps people land jobs they love without traditional experience and without applying online. He was also recently named a LinkedIn Top Voice of 2022!So as you can see, Austin is going to be just awesome, and this episode is going to really help you out if you’re struggling with standing out from the pack. Resources:Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaConnect with Austin on LinkedInCheck out Cultivated CultureListen to The Dream Job System PodcastFollow us:Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

In today’s minisode, you’re going to find out because we’re going to do something a little different. I wanted to highlight some of my favorite career pivots in recent history. Since I know a lot of our listeners and clients are making a change, I wanted to let you know that you are in good company and to encourage your boldness. Or perhaps you’re not looking to make a great career pivot, but you are looking for something different in your life. A promotion. A different job. A different lifestyle. Rest assured, this is the episode for you.During this episode, you’ll hear some short bios of these three incredibly notable people with a focus on the career change they made. My hope is that you’ll be left with more hope and confidence as you embark on your own career change.  Follow us:Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaFollow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast hig

If you couldn’t tell by now, a fundamental shift is happening in the workforce. And that’s an increased emphasis on skills. And now, job seekers need to step up, acquire those skills, and land their dream job. Maybe you’re not happy with where you’re at right now, and you believe it’s time for a change and to learn a new skill that will get you paid well. Well now’s the time.  Today, I brought on Lisa Gevelber. Lisa Gevelber is Google's Chief Marketing Officer for the Americas and the founder and head of Grow with Google, the company's tech skilling initiative. Over the last 5 years, Lisa has expanded Grow with Google around the globe, reaching millions of people with tech skills for their careers, small business, and life. Lisa is committed to helping build the next generation of talent.So as you can see, Lisa is going to be just awesome, and this episode is all about skilling up and why you should do so right now. Resources:Check out Grow with GoogleFollow Lisa on LinkedInGet to kno

In today’s power-packed minisode, I’ll be covering the 3 LinkedIn updates for this year that I think are relevant for job seekers. Listen up: there was an article published by LinkedIn that highlighted the 20+ new LinkedIn features, but I wanted to sift through the noise and focus on 3 features that are relevant specifically to the job seeker. In today’s episode, I will cover why these features are important for you to know about and what specifically you should do about them. Follow us:Follow Chris on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

What does it mean to be a job hopper? How do employers view job-hopping? How do I address it on a resume or an interview? In today's minisode, I bring you some brand new content with my guest Biron Clark, Founder at Careersidekick.comBiron Clark is a former executive recruiter and job search expert. His website, Career Sidekick, is read by more than one million people per month. He has been advising job seekers since 2012 to think differently in their job search and land high-paying, competitive jobs. You can follow him on LinkedIn by searching for Biron Clark and heading on over to Career Sidekick.com. Well, what do you do if you think you might be a job hopper?Resources:Get Job Search Advice on the Career Sidekick website. Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaConnect with Biron at LinkedInFollow us:Follow Chris on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy

Today I brought on Dr. Eli Joseph, author, educator, and TEDx speaker.Dr. Eli Joseph currently serves as a faculty member at Columbia University and Queens College and as a partner and medical examiner at ExamOne, a Quest Diagnostics company. Using rejection to fuel his professional achievements, he earned a bachelor’s degree at the age of 20, a master’s degree at 21, and a doctorate degree while teaching at an Ivy League institution at 24. As a partner at ExamOne, Dr. Joseph works with the nation’s top insurance firms, including AIG, Prudential, William Penn, and John Hancock. His new book, The Perfect Rejection Resume: A Reader’s Guide to Building a Career Through Failure (February 15, 2022), compiles lessons about failure from his own life experiences and those of seven influential thought leaders. So as you can see, Dr. Eli Joseph is going to be just awesome, and this episode is really going to dig deep into how you can turn your failures into golden opportunities.Resources:Get more help on your

Today I brought Nii Ato Bentsi-Enchill – who was named a 2022 LinkedIn Top Voice in Job Search & Careers.  Nii Ato is a holistic career coach who helps ambitious professionals of color successfully navigate their job search while remaining authentic to themselves. Nii Ato holds master’s level training in mental health counseling, allowing him to provide holistic support by creating space for the personal, professional, & psychological in his work with clients. He has over 10 years of experience in the career development space, including 5+ years as the Sr. Career Advisor at Ivy Exec, an online professional development platform. Through this platform, he provided job search, resume, and career guidance to over 5,000 global clients.Nii Ato was born in London, raised in New York City, finished high school in Accra, Ghana, and spent a full year studying abroad in Paris. He is a husband and a father to a wonderful 9-year old girl. So as you can see, Nii Ato is going to be just awesome,

Perhaps you’ve recently made the leap to a different career or are considering doing so. How do you approach the resume, interview, or negotiation so you can nail your job search? Well, in this episode we answer that and so much more, so listen up! Today I brought on Angela Copeland, vice president of marketing at Recruiter.com. Angela has been helping guide people to land the job of their dreams for years. She is the author of the syndicated newspaper column Career Corner and the career book ‘Breaking the Rules and Getting the Job’. Angela is also a frequent contributor on Action News 5 and has been featured on a number of top-tier publications including The Wall Street Journal, Glassdoor, Forbes, and Business Insider. Feel free to check out her TEDx Talk titled, ‘How I Broke the Rules and Found My Perfect Job." So as you can see, Angela is going to be just awesome, and this episode is going to address your career change with confidence. Resources:Check out Angela’s company website at Recruite

In today's minisode, our guest has a pretty hot take: why you should consider changing jobs every 2 to 3 years. I sat down with Sonja "Dynamo" Price who recommends that employees change positions often in order to achieve greater long-term mobility and pay in their careers. Sonja has over 15 years of experience in Career and Leadership consulting, and has worked with a wide range of clients including Amazon, Facebook, Google, and HBO. Check this conversation out, and I hope you find it to be equally as interesting as I did. ResourcesCheck out Dynamo CareersTake the Quiz: Does Your Work Work for You?Connect with Sonja on LinkedInGet more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaFollow us:Follow Chris on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I brought on Biron Clark, Founder at Careersidekick.comBiron Clark is a former executive recruiter and job search expert. His website, Career Sidekick, is read by more than one million people per month. He has been advising job seekers since 2012 to think differently in their job search and land high-paying, competitive jobs.So as you can see, Biron is going to be just stellar, and this episode is going to really help you make the best decision you can when evaluating multiple job offers. Resources:Get Job Search Advice on the Career Sidekick website. Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, GrandmaConnect with Biron at LinkedInFollow us:Follow Chris on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today I brought on Ivan Estrada, Real Estate Entrepreneur and Creator of the Brand With Ecosystem.Ivan Estrada is an inspirational business leader and top-ranked real estate entrepreneur. He has been featured on NBC’s Open House, HGTV’s House Hunters, and Bravo’s Million Dollar Listing, as well as in the Los Angeles Times and Forbes. He is the author of the new book, Brand With Purpose: Find Your Passion, Stay True to Your Story, and Accelerate Your Career.Estrada is also part of a selected cohort of top entrepreneurs for the Stanford Latino Entrepreneurship Initiative. He is currently a member of the Advisory Council at the Natural History Museum of Los Angeles and was a former president of the Los Angeles LGBT Chamber of Commerce.  Additionally, Estrada lends his expertise as a mentor to universities and various community organizations such as the Social Justice Learning Institute and Youth Business Alliance.So as you can see, Ivan is going to be just amazing, and this episode is going to really help y

Today, I brought on Diana YK Chan. With over 15 years of corporate and entrepreneurial experience, Diana is a former Recruiter turned Executive Career Coach, Speaker, and Trainer at My Marketability. She was recently just named a LinkedIn Top Voice for Job Searching and Careers for 2022. Having worked with over 1000 diverse clients globally at all levels, Diana helps ambitious professionals, leaders, and executives design the next chapter of their life, navigate transformational career changes, and land incredible opportunities with a higher income at top companies in technology, consulting, financial services, CPG, pharmaceutical and many more. She’s an expert at distinguishing people’s unique brand values, mastering their messages, and communicating with confidence to gain a competitive edge. JobScan named her one of the Top 10 Job Search Experts to follow on LinkedIn. She’s also been featured in Forbes, LinkedIn News, and HuffPost. So as you can see, Diana is going to be just awesome, and this episode

Listen, there’s no doubt that there is a major socioeconomic shift going on right now with a record number of people quitting their jobs. With that change comes a great opportunity for every single job seeker listening to this podcast right now: The chance for personal and professional transformation – an opportunity for you to do more of what you want to do, to have a better lifestyle, better pay, working environments. And that is what we are going to talk about today. Today I brought on Sonja “Dynamo” Price. With over 15 years of experience in Career and Leadership consulting, Sonja has worked with a wide range of clients including Amazon, Facebook, Google, HBO, and numerous other organizations.She has a Master’s Degree in Leadership and Organizational Development and is a Certified Career and Executive Coach.She trained with Al Gore to become a Climate Reality Leader and is actively engaged with the Seattle Board of Conscious Capitalism.She is passionate about empowering professionals to accelera

Are you still struggling to get hired in this market when you keep hearing how great the market is for job seekers? Well hold on and hold fast, because I am here for you this episode. We’ll discuss exactly what’s going on and what you can do as a job seeker to get your mojo back and to get hired. Follow us:Follow Chris on LinkedInCheck us out on InstagramSubscribe to Let’s Eat, Grandma’s YouTube channel for video podcast highlights See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.