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Work Tactics: Finding a Job, Negotiating Comp, Managing Up, Getting Promoted and More with Lenny Rachitsky
30 Nov 2022
#90: Top podcast host, Lenny Rachitsky joins Chris to discuss work-related techniques for success. They talk about finding a job that aligns with your interests, ways to stand out and get noticed, nailing your interview, effectively negotiating your compensation, managing up, and strategies to getting promoted. Lenny Rachitsky (@lennysan), an engineer turned startup founder and former product manager at Airbnb is the creator of Lenny’s Newsletter and the wildly popular podcast, Lenny’s Podcast. Lenny is well-known as one of the top minds in the world when it comes to building product, driving growth, and helping people accelerate their careers. Full show notes at: https://allthehacks.com/work-lenny-rachitsky Partner Deals Daffy: Free $25 to give to the charity of your choice Pacaso: Free early access to listings and $2,500+ in closing credits Rocket Money: Easily cancel your unused subscriptions Athletic Greens: Free 1 year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs For all the deals, discounts and promo codes from our partners, go to: allthehacks.com/deals Resources Mentioned Connect with Lenny Rachitsky: Twitter | Website | Podcast | Newsletter | TikTok Lenny’s Job Board Lenny’s Newsletter The 10 Commandments of Salary Negotiation How to Get Promoted Product Management Career Ladders Saying No Medium: What Seven Years at Airbnb Taught Me About Building a Business Lenny’s Talent Collective Airbnb Alumni Investing Syndicate: AirAngels Focus App: Centered Loom “State of Me” Email Template “Sprint” Template Podcasts: All the Hacks #37: The Surprising Habits of Backable People with Suneel Gupta #72: Increasing Productivity, Procrastinating Less and Living a Happier, Healthier Life with Ali Abdaal #63: Deep Work, Digital Minimalism and Becoming So Good They Can’t Ignore You with Cal Newport #7: Managing Your Time to Get More Done with Laura Vanderkam Books: Backable: The Surprising Truth Behind What Makes People Take a Chance on You Make Time: How to Focus on What Matters Every Day Getting Things Done: The Art of Stress-Free Productivity Lenny and Chris’ California Recommendations Cavallo Point Lodge Andy Goldsworthy's Wood Line Fairfax Mount Tam Mountain Biking Fish Mill Valley Lumberyard Flour Craft Bakery Full Show Notes (00:00) Introduction to Lenny Rachitsky (01:37) Applicability of Content Beyond Product Management (04:18) Lenny’s Job Board (07:07) “Spotlight” Feature: Reverse Job Search (07:42) Identifying Interests: Four Key Points (15:53) Finding Value in Diverse Experiences (17:43) Strategies to Stand Out and Get Noticed (24:42) Nailing the Interview: Expert Advice (27:28) Salary and Compensation Negotiation Insights (33:28) Optimizing Goals When Working for a Company (34:43) Making an Impact: Finding Your Way (35:48) Effective Promotion Strategies (42:10) The Art of Saying “No”: Balance and Value (48:24) Maximizing Impact Through Effective Output (52:11) Knowing When It’s Time to Move On (55:14) Structuring Free Time: Tips and Techniques (56:53) Experimentation in Creation (1:00:19) Chris' Next Steps (1:00:52) Managing Up: Keeping Your Manager Informed (1:02:56) Lenny and Chris’ Recommendations for California (1:05:21) Where to Connect with Lenny Rachitsky Online Connect with All the Hacks All the Hacks: Newsletter | Website | Membership | Email Chris Hutchins: Twitter | Instagram | Website | LinkedIn Editor’s Note: The content on this page is accurate as of the posting date; however, some of our partner offers may have expired. Opinions expressed here are the author's alone, not those of any bank, credit card issuer, hotel, airline, or other entity. This content has not been reviewed, approved or otherwise endorsed by any of the entities included within the post. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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