The FlexJobs Podcast: Career Advice & Job Search Tips
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Episodes
Leverage the Power of AI: Your Path to a Smarter Job Search
27 Jun 2024
Contributed by Lukas
In this previously recorded webinar turned podcast episode, FlexJobs Career Expert, Keith Spencer, will teach you how to use artificial intelligence (...
How to Ace the Job Search Process in 2023: A Step-by-Step Guide from Career Experts
09 Nov 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Even if you missed the live webinar, you can still learn how to ace your job search with this previously recorded webinar turned podcast episode from ...
The Final Step of the FlexJobs Job Search Challenge: Evaluate, Track Progress, and Make Adjustments
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this final step, the video encourages job seekers to take a moment to evaluate their accomplishments over the past three weeks. It suggests asking ...
Step 20 of 21: How to Use Informational Interviews to Enhance Your Job Search Strategy
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step 20 of the job search challenge introduces the concept of informational interviews, a powerful tool to gain valuable insights into your target rol...
Step 19 of 21: Connecting with Your Dream Companies and Reaching Out to Potential Contacts
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step 19 of the job search challenge focuses on contacting 2-4 people at the companies you are targeting. By researching company websites and using Lin...
Step 18 of 21: How to Research and Target Your Dream Companies to Find a Good Fit
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Step 18 of the job search challenge focuses on identifying your top 3-5 dream companies. We explore the reasons why researching and targeting specific...
Step 17 of 21: How to Tactfully Network and Alert Your Personal Network About Your Job Search
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In step 17, we explore the strategic ways to leverage your personal network during your job search. Alerting your network about your job search can le...
Step 16 of 21: How to Network on LinkedIn and Use LinkedIn Groups for Career Growth
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 16, you'll learn how to harness the power of LinkedIn Groups to expand your professional network and open doors to exciting career opport...
Step 15 of 21: How to Stand Out to Recruiters and Leverage the Recruiter Network to Stand Out
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this step of our 21-step job search challenge, learn valuable tips on how to tailor your resume for recruiters, make your cover letter personal, an...
Step 14 of 21: How to Effectively Follow Up After Submitting a Job Application
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 14 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we dive into the importance of following up on your job applications and provide strat...
Step 13 of 21: Building Your Personal Brand and Perfecting Your Elevator Pitch to Stand Out
17 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 13 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we delve into the importance of developing a strong personal brand and crafting a pers...
Step 12 of 21: Job Offer Negotiation Tips for Successful Salary Discussions
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 12 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we tackle the crucial topic of negotiating a job offer and discussing salary. This ste...
Step 11 of 21: How to Research Salaries to Prepare for Salary Negotiations
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 11 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we delve into the critical process of researching salaries for your target roles. Unde...
Step 10 of 21: Video Job Interview Tips to Optimize Your Setup and Space
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 10 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we focus on the unique aspects of video interviews and how to prepare your setup and s...
Step 9 of 21: Job Interview Tips to Help You Prepare and Confidently Answer Common Questions
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 9 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we delve into the crucial aspect of interview preparation by focusing on practicing res...
Step 8 of 21: How to Answer "Tell Me About Yourself" During a Job Interview
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 8 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we tackle one of the most common and open-ended interview questions: "Tell me abou...
Step 7 of 21: Apply for Jobs and Tailor Your Applications for Each Job Application
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 7 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we dive into the crucial process of applying for 1-3 jobs while tailoring each applicat...
Step 6 of 21: Have Someone You Trust Review Your Application Materials To Avoid Possible Mistakes
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In Step 6 of the "Mastering Your Job Search" series, we emphasize the crucial importance of having someone review your application materials...
Step 5 of 21: How to Make Your Social Profiles and Online Presence Job Search Ready
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In step 5, we're covering the steps to help you make your online presence job search ready. We'll share tips and tricks to update your Linke...
Step 4 of 21: How to Write a Cover Letter That Gets You Noticed
15 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Writing a good, tailored cover letter is an essential part of your job application. Applications that include a cover letter that is carefully tailore...
Step 3 of 21: How to Update Your Resume and Stand Out During a Job Search
10 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Now that you have taken the time to figure out what you want to do with your career and have reflected on your top skills and accomplishments, it’s ...
Step 2 of 21: How to Identify Top Skills and Accomplishments for a Successful Job Search
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
The second step of the 21 Steps to Mastering Your Job Search is going to focus on identifying your top skills and proudest accomplishments, so you und...
Master the Job Search in 21 Steps: A FlexJobs Job Search Challenge Series
01 Aug 2023
Contributed by Lukas
This podcast series was originally shared on the FlexJobs YouTube channel, but we wanted to share with our podcast listeners. These 21 episodes featur...
The Top 20 Most Common Job Interview Questions & Answers | Expert Tips
23 May 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Are you getting ready for a job interview and wondering what kind of questions recruiters might ask? Look no further! In this podcast episode, FlexJob...
How to Navigate the Remote and Flexible Job Market in 2023
15 Feb 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Ideally, people can balance their career and their personal life in a way that works best for their needs, and having a more flexible job typically he...
Companies That Hire for Work-From-Home Chat Support Jobs | FlexJobs
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
Work-from-home chat jobs are appealing for many reasons, such as providing customer service support from the comfort of your own home. It should be no...
How to Be a Great Remote Manager | A FlexJobs Webinar Recording
23 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
In this episode of the FlexJobs podcast, we're sharing a webinar recording on remote management. A FlexJobs Career Coach shares what makes a grea...
How to Become a Digital Nomad: Pros, Cons, and Common Jobs
20 Jan 2023
Contributed by Lukas
A digital nomad lives a nomadic lifestyle, moving from location to location and staying connected digitally. Digital nomads use technology and communi...
Why Do Some Remote Jobs Require a Location?
17 Nov 2022
Contributed by Lukas
For many, one of the benefits of remote work is the ability to work from home, wherever that might be. However, what most people don’t realize is th...
7 Ways to Be More Confident in Job Interviews
11 Oct 2022
Contributed by Lukas
As a job seeker, you know that interviews are a critical part of the process. All the advice tells you that you simply need to prepare and practice, a...
15 Great Work from Home Jobs for Moms and Dads
23 Nov 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As parents know, juggling life’s responsibilities on a daily basis often makes them highly skilled at multitasking–especially during the pandemic....
Meet the FlexJobs Team: Rachel, Career Coach, Shares Career Change Advice and Important Resume Tips
13 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
FlexJobs Career Coach, Rachel, joins Kelly in this episode of The FlexJobs Podcast to talk about why she loves giving FlexJobs members career tips and...
Meet the FlexJobs Team: Kelly, Senior Director of Job Research Shares What Makes FlexJobs Different
05 Aug 2021
Contributed by Lukas
We're talking all about the Research Team in this episode of The FlexJobs Podcast. Kelly is joined by Kelly Kirby, Senior Director of Job Researc...
Meet the FlexJobs Team: An Interview with Jess from Client Services
20 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Isn't it better to have real people to support you during your job search? We think so! In our very first team interview, we're speaking to ...
6 Go-To Email Subject Lines for Job Inquiries
13 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The email subject line for a job inquiry is a prime piece of real estate. It’s often what will either drive a hiring manager to open an email and re...
13 Remote Job Interview Questions to Prepare For
06 Jul 2021
Contributed by Lukas
If you are a relative newcomer to the world of remote work, you might be wondering what types of work-from-home interview questions to expect.Fortunat...
10 Online Jobs that Require Little or No Work Experience
22 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There can be a plethora of reasons for having no work experience. Maybe you just graduated. Perhaps you never entered the workforce because you got ma...
Remote Jobs: What Are They and What Are The Top Remote Career Categories?
15 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
f you’re searching for a job that allows you to work from home, you might be surprised at the variety of terms used to describe this type of job. Te...
What to Do When You Can’t Find a Job: 13 Tips from The FlexJobs Career Coaching Team
10 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Sometimes when you’re in the midst of a job search and you’ve been giving it your all, despite your best efforts, you just can’t find a job.It c...
When and How to Follow Up on Job Applications
08 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There’s nothing like reading a job listing and feeling that this could be the perfect job for you. So you apply to the position—and then it’s cr...
10 Benefits of Working From Home and The Best Companies for Remote Work
02 Jun 2021
Contributed by Lukas
As we’ve long known, remote work has a host of advantages for workers. We’re listing out the best of the best benefits of working from home—some...
The 20 Most Popular Work-from-Home Job Titles
28 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Even before COVID-19, working from home was becoming increasingly common. In 2018, 3.6% of U.S. workers worked remotely half time or more, and remote ...
Education vs Experience: What Do Employers Want More?
27 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Given that college costs are on the rise and the average student loan debt in 2020 was about $37,500, many people are starting to question the wisdom ...
10 Most Common Questions and Answers About Finding a Remote Job
24 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
A FlexJobs survey of 2,100 people who worked remotely during the pandemic found that remote work is here to stay! Fifty-eight percent of respondents s...
Creating a Successful Career Change Action Plan
19 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Taking your career in a new direction takes a certain amount of gumption. Even when you know exactly what your next move is, the biggest hurdle to cha...
15 Real Ways to Make Money from Home
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
The prospects for finding reputable and professional ways to make money from home are increasing all the time, especially following the worldwide tran...
The Ultimate Career Change Checklist for Job Seekers at Any Age
13 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
When career changers first think about leaving one career for a new one, the prospect can be exciting! Maybe you’re planning to leave a job (or even...
What Are Freelance Jobs? A FlexJobs Guide to Freelancing
10 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Whether you want to be your own boss, test drive a new career, or have a side hustle that focuses on your passion project, freelancing can be the way ...
Job Application Checklist: Steps to Success
04 May 2021
Contributed by Lukas
There are a lot of details involved with job applications, but we’re here to help make the process easier for you! Use this quick and easy job appli...
Top 20 Must-Have Skills to Put on Your Resume
26 Apr 2021
Contributed by Lukas
Writing a good resume is a difficult balancing act. Sometimes it can be a challenge to keep your resume length short and sweet while also including en...