No B.S. Job Search Advice Radio

The Basic Principles of Networking

02 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses two basic principles of networking that you must follow. Do you really think employers are trying to hel...

Let's Get Boolean

01 Dec 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game  Hunter explains a Boolean search string that will help you connect with people at companies if you have a small LinkedIn n...

Looking Like an Expert on LinkedIn

30 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains one of the ways to look like a subject matter expert on LinkedIn. Do you really think employers are tryin...

Getting Past the No's

29 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the good fortune you have with each rejection. Do you really think employers are trying to help you? ...

A Review of Glassdoor.com

28 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter provides a review of Glassdoor.com and the services it provides. Do you really think employers are trying to help ...

LinkedIn Mistake #1

27 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses a major mistake people make when they are on LinkedIn. Do you really think employers are trying to help ...

Wake Up! The Next One Is Coming!

26 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter encourages you to be proactive not reactive. Do you think employers are trying to help you? You already know yo...

Give Endorsements to Get Endorsements on LinkedIn

25 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter encourages you to give endorsements on LinkedIn in order to get endorsements on LinkedIn. You already know you can...

Another Job Search Lesson from "The Godfather"

23 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter offers another pearl of wisdom from "The Godfather" to teach you about loyalty to your employer. Do you think empl...

You Have to Disclose a Conviction

22 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game  Hunter discusses telling the truth about a conviction on an employment application when you apply for a job. Do you thi...

"You Don't Have a Lot of Experience With . . .

21 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to respond when an interviewer says, "Gee, you don't seem to have a lot of experience with . . . " Do...

The Easiest Stupid Résumé Mistake to Fix

20 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the stupidest resume mistake people make and how easy it is to fix it. Do you think employers are trying...

The Three Jokes of Recruiting |No BS Job Search Advice Radio

19 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter uses the three jokes of recruiting in order to teach an important lesson about job hunting. Do you think employers...

Ending Your Interview | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

18 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman,The Big Game Hunter explains how to act and speak during the last few minutes of your interview. Do you think employers are trying to h...

Learn to Speak "Civilian"

17 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter speaks to those men and women separating from the military and encourages them to communicate in as way that the civi...

Turn It Up! | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

16 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter shares some of his observations about working with recruiters and applies it to job hunting. Do you think employer...

Tough Interview Questions: How Do You Handle Office Politics?

15 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer the tricky interview question, "how do you manage office politics?" Do you think employers ...

Twitter Profile Basics for Job Hunters | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

14 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the basics of setting up your Twitter profile for when you are job hunting. Do you think employers are t...

Do Job Boards Matter? | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

13 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses whether you should be spending time in your  job search with job boards.  Do you think employers are t...

They Are Watching You

12 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter reminds you of all the people that are evaluating you when you interview for a job. Do you think employers are try...

How Well Defined is Your Job?

11 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer this question and why it is asked.' Do you think employers are trying to help you? You alre...

Should I Upgrade to a LinkedIn Premium Account?

10 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains when you should upgrade your LinkedIn free account to a premium account. Do you really think employers ar...

Be Careful Using the LinkedIn Job Search App

09 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the features of the new LinkedIn Job Search app and how not to use it. Do you think employers are trying...

The Secret to Getting More People Contacting You on LinkedIn

08 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to get more people reaching out to you on LinkedIn. Do you think employers are trying to help you? Yo...

The Job Market October 2016

07 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

This is my report on the job market for October 2016, as released on November 4, 2016. It is not a political statement. It is simply to report to offe...

In What Way Has College Prepared You for This Job? | No BS Job Search Advice

06 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses how to answer this question easily and effectively. Do you think employers are trying to help you? You a...

Activating Your LinkedIn Network | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

05 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman. The Big Game Hunter explains how to quickly activate your LinkedIn network of connections. Do you think employers are trying to help y...

Advice from The Godfather" About Negotiating Salary

04 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter uses a memorable quote from "The Godfather" to offer advice about salary negotiation. Do you think employers are t...

Change is Coming | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

03 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter encourages you to anticipate change and get support now. Do you think employers are trying to help you? You alread...

A Bird in the Hand . . . | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

02 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter tells you a cautionary tale to remind you that a bird in the hand is worth more than two in the bush.   Do you...

A Cute Salary Negotiation Tip

02 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses a cute tactic he uses when negotiating salary for someone. Do you think employers are trying to help you...

What Interests You About This Job? 2nd Version | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

01 Nov 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer this question in a style that makes people believe you. Do you think employers are trying t...

Marketing Yourself Like a Headhunter | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

31 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter speaks with you about marketing yourself just like headhunters market themselves.  Do you think employers are try...

The First Things to Do If You Are Laid Off | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

30 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the first two things you need to do if you are laid off. Do you think employers are trying to help you? ...

Why Are You Making So Much Money? | No BS Job Search Advice Radio

29 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer this tricky interview question, both when times are good and when economic times are not good....

The Two Magic Words to Use in an Interview & The Story Behind The Story

28 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

I discuss how to prepare for your interviews, how to improve your resume, and the two magic words to use during your interviews. Do you really thin...

Is There Any Type of Person You Would Not Work With?

27 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer this complex question, "Is there any kind of person you would refuse to work with?" Do you ...

What Would a Co-Worker Who Doesn't LIke You Say About You?

26 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer the tough interview question, "What would a co-worker who doesn't like you say about you?" ...

Always Be on the Prowl. Always be Look for a Job.

25 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains the importance of being in continual job search mode instead of lurching from one job search to another D...

Building Charisma

24 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the importance of charisma when you interview and explains how you can increase yours. Do you think empl...

How Many Quarters Does It Take to Stack Them Floor to Ceiling

23 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Here, Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter answers this hedge fund brain teaser question,  "How many quarters would it take to make a stack from floor to...

Deciding to Change Jobs

22 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses what you should do once you decide to change jobs. Do you think employers are trying to help you? You al...

What You Must Do If a Recruiter Calls or Emails

21 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains what you must do if a recruiter calls you or emails you after you submit a resume. Do you think employers...

Use Downtime to Listen and Learn

20 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter encourages you to use your downtime to learn the skills you need to learn in order to find work Do you think emplo...

The Music of Answering Questions

19 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains the music of answering interview questions and why it's important to end on a down note. Do you think emp...

Two Ways to Use Twitter in Your Job Search

18 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses two ways to use Twitter has part of your job search.   Do you think employers are trying to help you? Y...

Negotiating

17 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter talks about the many things you can try to negotiate in the way of a job offer.  Do you think employers are tryin...

The Costly Mistake Job Hunters Make

16 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses a  costly Job search mistake too many job hunters make. Do you think employers are trying to help you? ...

You Are a "Manager," Not a "Manger"

15 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter encourages you to not be lazy and to spell and grammar check your résumé. Do you think employers are trying to h...

Functional Resumes?

14 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter speaks about functional resumes.  Do you think employers are trying to help you? You already know you can’t tru...

Editing the Résumé That Is Too Long

13 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman , The Big Game Hunter explains how to edit an overly long résumé.   Do you think employers are trying to help you? You already know ...

The Best Way to Discuss Metrics in Your Resume

12 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to discuss your performance metrics in your resume for greatest effect.   Do you think employers are...

What Is Your Management Style?

11 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter. explains how to answer this deceptively difficult question "What is your management style?" Do you think employer...

Networking Advice from "The Godfather"

10 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

In this video, Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter channels the voice of Marlon Brando in, "The Godfather" to make a point about a mistake people make wh...

Stupid Interview Mistake: Crossing The Line

09 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter warned you about crossing the line on your next interview and how that can become so costly.  Do you think employ...

Stupid Interview Mistakes: Monologuing

08 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the top job interview mistake that too many people make and how to avoid it. Do you think employers are ...

3 Questions to Ask at the End of a Job Interview

08 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter offers three questions you should ask at the end of every single job interview. Do you think employers are trying ...

The Most Important Reason to Network

07 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains the most important reason you should be out networking.  Do you really think employers are trying to hel...

What Superpower Would You Like to Have?

06 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

On today's show, I explain how to answer the tricky interview questions, "If you had a superpower, what superpower would you like to have?" Do you ...

Two Second Interview Questions and Answers

05 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer two tricky questions that are often asked on second interviews.  Do you think employers ar...

How to Ask for the Job

04 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to ask for the job at the end of your interview.  Do you think employers are trying to help you? You...

How to Respond to a Low Ball Job Offer

03 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter offers  a simple strategy for responding to a job offer lower than what you are looking for.  Do you think emplo...

When To Schedule Your Next Interview

02 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains when to schedule an interview for and when not to schedule an interview for.  Do you think employers are...

Why Should We Give You a Job Managing When You Haven't Managed Before?

01 Oct 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer this difficult interview question.  Do you think employers are trying to help you? You alr...

How Much Are You Looking For? Version 1

30 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter provides you with two ways to answer the question, "How much are you looking for," at an interview. Do you think e...

When Your Current Employer Wants More Than Two Weeks Notice

29 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to respond when your current manager asks for more than two weeks notice. Do you think employers are ...

The Easiest Way to Apply Isn't Usually the Best Way

28 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discourages you from applying to jobs using convenient buttons on job listings. Do you think employers are trying ...

Why Did You Leave Your Last Job?

27 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses how to answer this tricky interview question. Do you think employers are trying to help you? You already...

Dealing With the Emotional Side of Job Search

26 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter speaks about the emotional toll job hunting can take and what you can do about it.  Do you think employers are tr...

A Creative Way to Use Facebook for Job Hunting

25 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses a creative way to use Facebook for job hunting. Do you think employers are trying to help you? You alrea...

The Format of a Perfect Cover Letter

24 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses how to create a perfect cover letter.   Do you think employers are trying to help you? You already know...

Did the Firm You Interned With Offer a Job to You?

23 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter answers one of those tough interview questions, "I see you interned with a firm. Did they offer you a full-time posit...

Mojo. Swagger. Attitude. Whatever You Call It, Show It!

22 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Whether you call it mojo, swagger, or attitude, make sure you show it on your next interview.  Do you think employers are trying to help you? You ...

More Phone Interview Tips for Job Hunters

21 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter offers more phone interview tips for job hunters.  Do you think employers are trying to help you? You already kno...

A Creative Idea for Marketing Yourself on LinkedIn

20 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses a creative and clever idea for marketing yourself on LinkedIn.  Do you think employers are trying to he...

Stop Hitting Your Head Against the Wall

19 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter speaks to those who are finding it impossible to find work and offers them a suggestion that will help. Do you thi...

Start at the Top

18 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter encourages you to do what headhunters are trained to do -- start at the top. Do you think employers are trying to ...

Using a Proper Handshake or Bow

17 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains the importance of using correct body language at the beginning of your interview. Do you think employers ...

Stop Spamming Your Resume!!!

16 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter speaks bluntly about resume spam.  Do you think employers are trying to help you? You already know you can’t tr...

How to Proofread Your Resume

15 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

You know you have to proofread your resume. What is the best way. In this video, Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the best way to proofread ...

Giving Your Resume To Someone

14 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman The Big Game Hunter explains why giving your resume to someone who works for a company you want to target may not be the best way to get a...

Finding More People on LinkedIn

13 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses how to find more people to network with on LinkedIn.  Do you think employers are trying to help you? Yo...

Branding for Blue Collar and Other Workers

12 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter talks about Job search branding for blue-collar workers.  Do you think employers are trying to help you? You alre...

9/11 Memories

11 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Memories of that awful day.

Ask This Question on Your Next Job Interview

10 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter suggest that you ask this question on your next job interview in order to get a clear idea of your future manager's p...

Ending the Interview Right!

09 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the way to end a job interview and leave a great impression.  Do you think employers are trying to help...

You Certify Yourself

08 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses how we certify ourselves during a job interview as the person to be chosen.   Do you think employers...

Stop With the Superlatives!

07 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter encourages you to stop using superlatives to describe yourself in your resume and/or LinkedIn profile. Do you thin...

The Two Doors Brainteaser

06 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The. Big Game Hunter offers an answer to the classic brainteaser. "You have two doors  and two people that you can ask questions of. One...

Why Are You Putting Up With It?

05 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter draws from his own experience to talk about the decision to change jobs.  Do you think employers are trying to he...

Executives--Be Careful With Those Metrics!

04 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter points out how executives need to be careful when discussing metrics on the resume and in an interview.  Do you t...

Keep Your Résumé Up-To-Date

03 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter discusses the importance of keeping your resume up to date even after you start a new job.    Do you think em...

Bring Your Tablet

02 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter suggests bringing your tablet to an interview especially if you are in a creative field.     Do you think emp...

Want to Convey More Information? Here's How.

01 Sep 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to give more texture and information in your resume without making it too long.   Do you think emplo...

Describe a Database in 3 Sentences

31 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to answer one of those tough interview questions: describe a database in three sentences to your eight-y...

Don't Tip Your Hand

30 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter talks about the behaviors you may have that tip off that you are looking for a job.  Do you think employers are t...

Two Tips for When You Have All Day Interviews

29 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter offers two important tips for when you have an all day job interview.  Do you think employers are trying to help ...

Finding Alumni on Linkedin

28 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter explains how to find and connect with alumni from your school on LinkedIn.   Do you think employers are trying...

Do You Want the Best Résumé You Can Write or . . .

27 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter poses a dilemma for job hunters . . . Do you want the best resume you can write or the best resume?  Do you think...

The Way Résumé Lies Are Exposed

26 Aug 2016

Contributed by Lukas

Jeff Altman, The Big Game Hunter tells a story from his own experience about exposing a job hunter in a resume lie and why you should do the same thin...