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Didn't get a question answered? Connect with me on LinkedIn and mention you are a Career Warrior subscriber!Today, we went on Quora and hand selected some of our favorite and most popular questions in the Resumes & CVs section on Quora. The actual questions I address are hyperlinked below:Should your resume only be one page?What should I use as an email address on my resume? (See: Should I use ProtonMail on my resume?)What are the most common mistakes made on resumes?What should we write as hobbies in a resume?Is it ok if I use hyperlinks in my resume?Honorable mention:What is the most pretentious thing you've ever seen on a resume? See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

We are going to talk about 3 things you can do on LinkedIn to land your dream job. This episode is really important because the truth is it’s not just enough to have a good LinkedIn profile. Two reasons why you may want to listen to this episode and start taking notes: You’re in your job search and trying to find another job right now. You might want to be a little more long term in your thinking and start building up your network now when you might need that position in the future.Here's what we cover:#1) Post an article related to your industry.  #2) Actually attend events.  #3) Give three times and then take once. Resource mentioned in the episode:Connect with me on LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, we have an episode about not settling as an older job seeker. I brought on Dave Watts who specializes in job strategies for older workers to find meaningful employment. He is the host of the Redundancy Podcast, which has a solid listener base all over the world. He’s helped many people find work as older job seekers, and I could not have picked a better person to come on the show and do this.Here's what we cover:SETTING THE CONTEXT:Why is it so hard to get a job as you age?What’s the biggest mistake that older job seekers are making with their job search? THE HEARTDealing with discrimination as an older job seeker - what are some ways around this?Let’s talk about some best practice job strategies for older job seekers. How are you finding folks can best get the job they actually want (i.e. not settling)?The “I’ve done all I can do to get a good job” mindset. How can people get on from this?Resources Mentioned in the Podcast:Connect with Dave here: https://www.linkedin.com/in/davewatts-mb

Today is our 50th episode, which is a special thing for us. Therefore: we have a special announcement: our podcast is getting better. Why are we doing this?We will have the chance to cover more targeted and specific topics for career advice.Drive more loyalty and consistent listenershipIncrease retention of each specific episode. If I see this is not working, we will go back, but...KPI’s for you podcast geeks:Average consumption to increase to at least 75% across all episodes.Increase views per episode with an equal or higher subscribership % on iTunes.Drive a stronger CTA...More customers who found us through Career Warrior PodcastSend us your podcast episode ideas to projects@letseatgrandma.comNot only am I going to read it, but you have the chance to really influence the content since we are a small but quickly growing podcast. I read everything, y'all! If I select you as a winner, you’ll get a free personalized consult with me, but also you’ll get $150 in credits for a resume package. You can ge

It’s that time of year. College students are graduating so I was inspired to create this episode for you up and coming career warriors who are out to get that first serious job. Maybe you’re just graduating now and are in panic mode because you don’t have a job yet. Maybe you’re entering in your final year of college and now is the time for you to start thinking about getting that package together. Or maybe you are just that proactive that you just want a mean lean resume machine. Well listen up! Now’s the time to turn your volume up and hear my best three tips for you as a college student. As the founder of Let’s Eat, Grandma a resume writing company I’ve learned some solid best practices that can get college students noticed and eventually hired.The year was 2013; it was my senior year at University and it seemed like all my friends were talking about was their job search. Whether it was an interview my friend had at Goldman-Sachs or how many resumes my colleagues were shooting out. Does

College students and recent graduates! Are you listening? This episode is for you.Here are some things you may be asking yourself right now:When am I going to get that job?What if I choose the wrong job?Where should I move?How should I apply for jobs?Today, you have the power to listen to the words of immense wisdom from a respected career coach who can help you land the job of your dreams. His name is Robert Moment, and he’s helped ambitious people get hired for jobs for 19 years at The Moment Group. Before founding his company, he worked at corporate for such brands such as CitiGroup, Xerox, Manpower, Sprint, and Pitney Bowes. He’s also the author of “Getting a Job After College: Job Search Strategies and Interview Preparation That Will Get You Hired”.So if you’re a college student, please get your notepad out because this is the only lecture you’ll listen to today actually matters (just kidding).Here's what we address:Who’s Robert Moment? Robert’s story about 7 interviews and no job offer out of college. H

Today, we are going to assist you on your journey to becoming a better professional and discuss how you can do more in less time. Because time is the most valuable resource you have. And us warriors are all about being smarter in the ways that we do things.Perhaps you’re like me who is always saying the statement, I don’t have time. I don’t have time. And you’re using it as an excuse as to why you haven’t grown your business as much as you wish or gotten that promotion, or quit that job you hate to get something that’s more fulfilling.Yes, time seems to be the ultimate constraint, even more than money in many of our cases. It’s one of my favorite topics, and this episode just excites me so much. I brought on Dan LeFave, a No Excuse prepare for success coach and mindset engineer. Since 2012, he’s helped professionals cut time in half to boost workplace productivity. He’s been featured in national publications including Business Magazine and Success Profiles Magazine. [Chris quick plug to review Career War

Today, we are going to delve into one of the most frequently mentioned topics regarding LinkedIn: making those connections! It’s not enough just to have a strong profile; you need to make sure that you are gaining traction and visibility by virtue of the connections you make. And a slew of mini-questions arise when it comes to this main topic...Who should I accept or reject requests from?How many connections should I have?How can I get my connections up in a meaningful way?We are going to address all of these questions and so much more in this podcast episode.I brought on Tom Powner, founder of Career Thinker. He is a LinkedIn strategist, resume writer, job search & interview coach, and recruiter for sales, marketing, and HR professionals. Tom is part of the Professional Association of Resume Writers and Career Coaches. And perhaps most relevant -- I met Tom on LinkedIn. LinkedIn is such an important tool, and I’m hoping here today we can say something that will inspire you to a better career using t

EMAIL US your best rejection stories from this challenge to projects@letseatgrandma.comDuring our last episode, we covered the idea of facing rejection and exposing ourselves to it more constantly, which makes us stronger. But did you know that you can make a game out of it? This episode, I decided to go out in the field to win 5 rejections by asking for somewhat ridiculous things.Some of my favorites:"Can I have a discount?""Can I try on your ear pods?""Can you sing a song for me?"You will see in this episode how playing such a game can help you out in the "real world" where you need to ask for more important things (e.g. promotions).We hope you enjoy this episode, and I'll see you next time! See acast.com/privacy for privacy and opt-out information.

Today, we’re going to punch fear in the mouth by discussing rejection therapy and what it can do for you. I know so many of us -- including myself -- limit our own potential by not going to what we want. Or worse, we don’t go for what we should be going after.Maybe there is a job you want to go for, and it’s a stretch for you.Maybe you believe it’s time for a promotion, but you’re scared to ask your boss.Maybe your co-worker is the hottest thing on the planet and you’re afraid things are gonna get awkward real quick once they say no.Well, dealing with rejection is a muscle, and today we’re taking you to the gym.I brought on Alex Grodnik, a true Career Warrior, and we’re going to talk about the concept of rejection therapy. Alex is the Co-Founder of Payclub and the Founder of Grod Media, which hosts the Moving Up Podcast.So let’s talk about rejection therapy because this can really take you up a notch in life!Questions we address:Who’s Alex Grodnik?First of all: Why are so many people afraid of rejection?What’

We are going to discuss entrepreneurship -- and specifically the idea of quitting your job to start your own business.Maybe the idea of starting your own business excites you.Maybe you’re about to make that leap of faith right now.Maybe you’ve been in it for a while, and you’re not sure if you should keep going.Today, we’re going to discuss some of the best considerations for anyone who wants to call this journey their own. We’re going to talk about what entrepreneurship is really like, who it’s wrong for, and if you stick around until the end...you’re going to hear some great stories, including some highs and lows in pursuing this journey for the last 5 years.I brought on Michael Testa, a friend of mine who is similar to me in many ways. Michael quit his high-paying job to pursue his dream of starting his own business. His background previously included leading technology initiatives for various Fortune 500 companies. He now works alongside me at Capital Factory, the tech hub for entrepreneurs, where he’s be

Today, we’re going to discuss the most underrated career advice ever -- and that’s communicating with confidence. So many of us are focusing on the words that we say in communication -- whether that be an interview, negotiation, or just an everyday conversation with your boss.But what many of us forget is the way we deliver those words.Does our body match what we are trying to say?Do we appear unsure of what we are trying to say?Do we appear confident?We are going to cover it all with two amazing experts within the world of corporate communication.With 45+ years of combined experience, Jennifer Rock and Michael Voss are the founders of Rock Dot Voss, a communications agency that helps companies and C-level executives to produce results.Clients claim Jennifer Rock is: "Calm and organized even in absolute chaos." And previously, Jennifer led Employee Communications teams and programs at Best Buy.Clients call Michael Voss: "Every exec's trusted collaborator,” and Michael also worked for Best Buy as Senior Direct

Check out Jordan Gross & Cloud Nine Living at https://www.journeytocloudnine.com/Welcome to the 41st episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast! We are going to talk about how to do what you want to do not what society expects you to do.I are going to take you on an adventure today with my friend and author-expert, Jordan Gross:He’s a best-selling author of the book, Getting COMFY: Your Morning Guide to Daily Happiness (which was the theme of our 17th podcast).He’s founded 3 different startups and helped many professionals to improve their careers including employees at Google and Amazon.And another amazing fact: he’s a TedX speaker.Here’s the thing: here’s why I’m bringing Jordan on today. He’s coming out with a new book called The Journey to Cloud Nine: which is all about the protagonist’s journey about doing what you want to do --- not what society tells you to do. The book discusses what life could be when you choose your path -- not someone else’s expectation of your path.Topic Mat

Is the customer always right? Email us what you think at projects@letseatgrandma.com We’d also love to hear your customer horror stories and how you dealt with them.Today, we’re going to talk about dealing with angry customers! We’re going to have stories, tips, strategies in dealing with them.Dealing with Angry Customers: The Three Things I’ve learned.1.) Start developing a sense of emotional intelligence.Emotional intelligence: Notice that gut wrenching feeling in your stomach, take a breath, and just keep going.Understand why this person is acting the way that they do. 9/10 people are acting from an instinct of FEAR. Not hate for you. These people don’t hate you...they are just afraid that their situation isn’t going to work out.2.) Reframe the conversation into a problem-solving session. Remember: it is so important to stay objective in these situations. You need to remove that emotional feeling as much as possible and get past that barrier no matter what. The easiest way to do this is to think of it like

For our 39th MASHUP episode, we tackle the theme of rejection and how to overcome its negative aspects. The fact is... rejection is a part of life! It cannot be avoided, and it's something that everyone goes through. And at the risk of sounding like a self-help guru, how we HANDLE that rejection determines the quality and outcome of our lives.Go ahead and give adversity a nice slap in the face -- and tune in to this episode whenever you feel you need the extra push.Here are the individual episodes featured in this podcast special:#2) Navigating Career Changes#13) Rejection, Disappointment, and Depression | When Your Job Search Goes Dark | Austin Therapist, Emily Griffiths#14) Voices of Job Seekers: Challenges, Triumphs, and Horror Stories#15) Listen to This When You Feel Rejected#31) When Should You Quit Your Job? | Clara Chorley of Clarity UnlimitedA huge thank you to the talented musicians who provided the soundtrack for this episode:Beyond by WhitesandVideo link: https://youtu.be/0mH7UXHUZ60Follow Whitesan

This is another Just-Ask-Chris minisode where I try and answer a commonly asked job seeker question in under 10 minutes! Today, we discuss what experience you should remove from your resume. Core concepts in the podcast episode:The resume as a marketing piece vs. the all encompassing document. Look to the job postings! This is golden rule #1 because you'll have no direction whatsoever.Why you should cut out fluff and where to start looking.Your summary probably sucks.Favor accomplishments over experiences. It's okay to talk about descriptions but do be specific and not vague. Show context. Start looking at older experiences with suspicion...if you're going to include stuff, keep it super short (AND MAKE SURE IT'S relevant in the first place).Resources:Blog: How to write a great summary statement: https://medium.com/@Resume_Doctor/resumes-creating-a-summary-statement-that-wins-interviews-5626843ef224Podcast Episode: How long should your resume be?: https://shows.pippa.io/job-seekers-podcast/episodes/9-how-long

Welcome to the 37th episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is to not only help you land your dream job -- but to help you live your best life.Today, we have a really interesting one. It’s something that I think we can all relate to no matter what your job is. And that’s...SETTING BOUNDARIES at work. Boundaries are something that you should have and are an essential part of someone’s health. So we’re going to cover the following:Why boundaries are so important at work?What some ways you can start setting those boundaries? Maybe you’re listening to this episode, and boundaries are something you’ve never thought of before. Well change starts today, and you’re a Career Warrior -- not just a regular worker bee. So it’s time to become the best version of yourself. Let’s go.  Resources mentioned in the episode: Psychology Today: Clarifying Boundaries by Andrea Mathews: https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/traversing-the-inner-terrain/201608/clarifying-boundariesWhen should y

We are going to talk about some really cool things during this episode!We’re going to talk about the 5 questions that you should master before going into any interview.You’re going to hear me answer those questions in mock-interview format with Merryn...and you’re going to hear her critique! Let’s hope I don’t blow the interview...And finally you’re going to hear about an amazing new book, “Made To Hire: How to Get the Job You Really Want.”Our guest, Merryn Roberts-Huntley, is a career expert and Founder of Made to Hire -- a company focused on helping professionals get what they want in their careers. She’s worked with many huge brands you may recognize including... Nike, Adidas, Columbia Sportwear, Spanx, Clif Bar, Portland Marathon, Salomon, and Major League Soccer. Merryn also currently teaches graduate-level marketing at The University of Oregon.When she is not running Made to Hire, she’s doing marketing strategy and business development for FIXX Consulting, which is a sports-focused firm that she founded

Welcome to the 35th episode of the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is to not only help you land your dream job but to be the best professional you can be.This episode is more of a call to action for those of you who need a nice swift kick in the pants. And believe me, some of your job seekers need the motivation right now. Some of you guys --not everyone--need to hear this message right now.Here are some messages we cover in this episode:This episode is for those aiming for growth. It is going to take an extra amount of energy and focus to achieve growth. Your time is really valuable. Where are some areas you can cut out to make room for that growth?A note on burnout. You don't need to kill yourself to achieve that growth. ResourcesLet me know what you think of this podcast! Tweet at us @LetsEatGrandma_ or follow me on LinkedIn... I’m Chris Villanueva CPRW. Lou Adler Study: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/new-survey-reveals-85-all-jobs-filled-via-networking-lou-adler/#31) When should

Welcome to the 34th episode of the Let's Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast -- where our goal is not only to help you land your dream job but also to help you become the best professional you can be!Today we are going to talk about 5 things that you should remove from your resume! Instead of making these mistakes, focus on what can HELP you in your job search. For example, you should do the following.Include your city/state in a tactful way.Use your LinkedIn recommendations to make you look impressive for recruiters.Write yourself a summary statement that is targeted and showcases value.Get targeted in the bullet point content you write under your professional experiences.Keep it SIMPLE with your design and layout.Resources:How NOT to ask for recommendations on LinkedIn: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0OupwwF1NCEThings they tell you NOT to put in your resume but you really should: https://www.letseatgrandma.com/blog/things-they-tell-you-not-to-put-on-your-resume-but-you-really-should/How to write a solid su