Episode 42

Episode 45

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.careerclarity.me [https://www.careerclarity.me?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7] If you enjoy this Episode, please consider leaving a review. It helps others find it! 🙏 🎈Who is Lavender? Learn more about her unique 20+ years and 55,000+ interviewing hours HERE: https://www.careerclarity.me/p/meet-lavender [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/meet-lavender] You Should Listen to this Episode if… 👉 You're curious about how to handle job applications when moving to a new city. 👉 You love a good food chat and want to hear about Lavender's pumpkin pancake adventures. 👉 You're feeling stuck in your job and need some actionable advice to navigate your career path. 👉 You're interested in reflections on how COVID has reshaped the career landscape. 👉 You enjoy a lighthearted yet informative podcast that blends career advice with personal stories. In Today’s Episode In this episode, Lavender discusses various topics related to job searching, career advice, and personal experiences. She begins by expressing excitement about discussing job-related topics, including job searching, interviewing, and career development. Lavender also shares her personal experience of leaving a corporate job due to feeling disconnected and overwhelmed, which led her to pursue her current work that she finds fulfilling. She addresses a listener's question about applying for jobs in a different city and provides detailed advice on how to handle resumes and relocation discussions with potential employers. Lavender emphasizes the importance of being transparent about relocation intentions and offers strategies for navigating job applications in a new city. Additionally, Lavender shares an unexpected update about her subreddit community being banned and her efforts to resolve the issue with Reddit. She reflects on the importance of community and the potential need to move the community to a different platform. Throughout the episode, Lavender engages with her audience, discussing various topics such as food, personal experiences, and the importance of aligning personal values with career choices. She also touches on the impact of COVID-19 and the importance of reflection and clarity in career decisions. Listeners should tune in to this episode for practical career advice, insights into navigating job applications and relocations, and engaging discussions on personal experiences and community building. Lavender's candid and relatable approach provides valuable guidance for those seeking career clarity and personal growth. Episode Links ❓Need Advice? #AskLavender! [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/asklavender] 🙋‍♀️ Lavender’s Services: https://store.careerclarity.me [https://store.careerclarity.me] 🎥 Join us on Twitch: https://twitch.careerclarity.me [https://twitch.careerclarity.me] 📺 Join us on YouTube:https://youtube.careerclarity.me [https://youtube.careerclarity.me] 🔗 All of the links (on one convenient page): https://links.careerclarity.me [https://links.careerclarity.me] ✨ Career Clarity is a reader-supported space designed to illuminate your path. To receive fresh posts, support this work, and unlock access to the full Career Clarity Community — including group chats, live calls, and deep-dive tools — join us with a paid subscription below. Everything’s included, all in one nourishing space. 💜 ✨🎉 Are you joining our next live call? Check out the Career Clarity Community Call Deets [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/career-clarity-community-call-deets] to join us! ✨🤔 Need support? Have a question? Pop into our Community Chat to post a new question, provide your thoughts on others’ challenges, or hop into one of our current discussions: https://www.careerclarity.me/chat [https://www.careerclarity.me/chat] If you enjoyed this Episode, please consider hitting the 💜 “Like” button here at the bottom or top of this post. It helps others find it! 🙏

Episode 44

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.careerclarity.me [https://www.careerclarity.me?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7] If you enjoy this Episode, please consider leaving a review. It helps others find it! 🙏 🎈Who is Lavender? Learn more about her unique 20+ years and 55,000+ interviewing hours HERE: https://www.careerclarity.me/p/meet-lavender [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/meet-lavender] You Should Listen to this Episode if… 👉 You're preparing for a hiring manager interview and want insider tips on how to ace it. 👉 You're curious about how companies determine pay ranges and compensation. 👉 You have military experience and want to know how to leverage it in the civilian job market. 👉 You're interested in understanding the behind-the-scenes decision-making process of hiring managers. 👉 You love a good mix of career advice and personal anecdotes, complete with adorable pup cameos! In Today’s Episode In this episode, Lavender hosts a live stream focused on career advice, specifically preparing for Hiring Manager Interviews. She discusses the complexities of the hiring process, offering insights into what hiring managers look for and how candidates can better align themselves with job requirements. Lavender explains the typical interview process, including the roles of recruiters and hiring managers, and the importance of customizing resumes to meet job descriptions. She also delves into the concept of "headache factor," which assesses how a candidate might impact a manager's workload. Lavender provides a detailed explanation of pay ranges, how they relate to job requirements, and how candidates can position themselves to negotiate better salaries. She emphasizes the importance of understanding company values and aligning personal values with them. Additionally, she touches on the challenges faced by military veterans transitioning to civilian jobs and offers advice on how they can quantify and present their experience effectively. Throughout the episode, Lavender engages with her audience, answering questions and providing personalized advice. She also shares personal anecdotes and encourages listeners to be kind to themselves during the job search process. The episode is valuable for anyone looking to improve their interview skills, understand the hiring process better, and learn how to effectively present their qualifications and experience. Episode Links ❓Need Advice? #AskLavender! [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/asklavender] 🙋‍♀️ Lavender’s Services: https://store.careerclarity.me [https://store.careerclarity.me] 🎥 Join us on Twitch: https://twitch.careerclarity.me [https://twitch.careerclarity.me] 📺 Join us on YouTube:https://youtube.careerclarity.me [https://youtube.careerclarity.me] 🔗 All of the links (on one convenient page): https://links.careerclarity.me [https://links.careerclarity.me] ✨ Career Clarity is a reader-supported space designed to illuminate your path. To receive fresh posts, support this work, and unlock access to the full Career Clarity Community — including group chats, live calls, and deep-dive tools — join us with a paid subscription below. Everything’s included, all in one nourishing space. 💜 ✨🎉 Are you joining our next live call? Check out the Career Clarity Community Call Deets [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/career-clarity-community-call-deets] to join us! ✨🤔 Need support? Have a question? Pop into our Community Chat to post a new question, provide your thoughts on others’ challenges, or hop into one of our current discussions: https://www.careerclarity.me/chat [https://www.careerclarity.me/chat] If you enjoyed this Episode, please consider hitting the 💜 “Like” button here at the bottom or top of this post. It helps others find it! 🙏

Episode 43

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.careerclarity.me [https://www.careerclarity.me?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7] If you enjoy this Episode, please consider leaving a review. It helps others find it! 🙏 🎈Who is Lavender? Learn more about her unique 20+ years and 55,000+ interviewing hours HERE: https://www.careerclarity.me/p/meet-lavender [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/meet-lavender] You Should Listen to this Episode if… 👉 You're gearing up for a hiring manager interview and want to land it with confidence. 👉 You're curious about the latest layoff trends and how they might affect your job search. 👉 You're interested in understanding the dynamics of unionized roles and hiring processes. 👉 You love a good pumpkin spice chat and want to get into the spooky season spirit. 👉 You enjoy lighthearted, informative career advice from a seasoned talent acquisition expert. In Today’s Episode In this episode, Lavender, the host, shares a lively and engaging conversation with her audience, touching on various topics. She begins by discussing the pleasant weather in Phoenix and her excitement for the weekend, mentioning her plans for Halloween decorations and trying a pumpkin hot chocolate. Lavender expresses her love for pumpkin-themed items and sets an intention to bake pumpkin cookies. The episode covers several key topics, including: * Layoffs in the Tech Industry: Lavender discusses recent layoffs at companies like Nikola, Gigamon, Fable, Meta, and others. She explains the reasons behind these layoffs, such as restructuring and cost-cutting, and provides insights into how these decisions impact employees and the broader economy. * Hiring Manager Interviews: Lavender offers valuable advice on preparing for hiring manager interviews, emphasizing their importance in the job application process. She explains the role of hiring managers, the interview process, and how candidates can best present themselves. * Unionized Work Environments: In response to a listener's question, Lavender shares her experience with unionized employees, explaining the differences between union and non-union environments, the benefits and challenges of unions, and how they impact hiring and employment. * Community Engagement: Lavender interacts with her live audience, answering questions and discussing various topics, including the importance of loving one's job and the impact it can have on personal and professional fulfillment. Listeners should tune in to this episode for Lavender's insightful commentary on current industry trends, practical advice for job seekers, and her engaging interaction with the audience. Her expertise in recruitment and HR provides valuable perspectives for anyone navigating the job market or interested in understanding workplace dynamics. Episode Links ❓Need Advice? #AskLavender! [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/asklavender] 🙋‍♀️ Lavender’s Services: https://store.careerclarity.me [https://store.careerclarity.me] 🎥 Join us on Twitch: https://twitch.careerclarity.me [https://twitch.careerclarity.me] 📺 Join us on YouTube:https://youtube.careerclarity.me [https://youtube.careerclarity.me] 🔗 All of the links (on one convenient page): https://links.careerclarity.me [https://links.careerclarity.me] ✨ Career Clarity is a reader-supported space designed to illuminate your path. To receive fresh posts, support this work, and unlock access to the full Career Clarity Community — including group chats, live calls, and deep-dive tools — join us with a paid subscription below. Everything’s included, all in one nourishing space. 💜 ✨💡 Curious what’s included in a paid subscription? Take a peek at the features and Community perks here. [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/community-signup]

Episode 42

This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.careerclarity.me [https://www.careerclarity.me?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_7] If you enjoy this Episode, please consider leaving a review. It helps others find it! 🙏 🎈Who is Lavender? Learn more about her unique 20+ years and 55,000+ interviewing hours HERE: https://www.careerclarity.me/p/meet-lavender [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/meet-lavender] You Should Listen to this Episode if… 👉 You're curious about the STAR method and want to ace your next interview. 👉 You love hearing success stories like Fresh Prince's new job journey. 👉 You're looking for a supportive community to share and gain career insights. 👉 You want to understand why hiring managers mention other candidates. 👉 You're in tech and need reliable resources for salary research. 👉 You enjoy Lavender's lighthearted yet informative approach to career advice. In Today’s Episode In this episode, Lavender, the host, welcomes her audience and expresses excitement about the topics she plans to discuss. She begins with a quick announcement about a new subreddit community she is building (more info on that below) to provide career guidance and support. Lavender emphasizes the importance of inclusivity and plans to feature perspectives from recruiters and hiring leaders. The main focus of the episode is the STAR method of interviewing, which stands for Situation, Task, Action, and Result. Lavender explains each component of the STAR method and its importance in answering behavioral interview questions. She provides detailed advice on how to prepare for interviews using this method, including writing out scenarios and practicing concise responses. Lavender also shares her extensive experience in talent acquisition and offers insights into the hiring process. Want the expedited version? Check out the STAR Method Full Tutorial (it’s edited down for speed and conciseness!) here: https://www.careerclarity.me/p/star-method-full-tutorial [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/star-method-full-tutorial] Additionally, Lavender addresses questions from her audience. She discusses why hiring managers might mention other strong candidates during an interview and provides strategies for researching pay information for job opportunities, particularly in the tech industry. She lists various resources and websites for salary data and emphasizes the importance of setting realistic salary expectations. Overall, the episode is valuable for anyone preparing for job interviews, especially those interested in learning effective interview techniques and researching salary information. Lavender's insights and practical advice aim to empower job seekers to navigate their career paths successfully. Episode Links 📰 Article Referenced in the STAR Method Tutorial: View the MIT Article Here [https://capd.mit.edu/resources/the-star-method-for-behavioral-interviews/] ❓Need Advice? #AskLavender! [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/introducing-asklavender] 🙋‍♀️ Lavender’s Services: https://store.careerclarity.me 🎥 Join us on Twitch: https://twitch.careerclarity.me 📺 Join us on YouTube:https://youtube.careerclarity.me 🔗 All of the links (on one convenient page): https://links.careerclarity.me ✨ Career Clarity is a reader-supported space designed to illuminate your path. To receive fresh posts, support this work, and unlock access to the full Career Clarity Community — including group chats, live calls, and deep-dive tools — join us with a paid subscription below. Everything’s included, all in one nourishing space. 💜 ✨🎉 Are you joining our next live call? Check out the Career Clarity Community Call Deets [https://www.careerclarity.me/p/career-clarity-community-call-deets] to join us! ✨🤔 Need support? Have a question? Pop into our Community Chat to post a new question, provide your thoughts on others’ challenges, or hop into one of our current discussions: https://www.careerclarity.me/chat [https://www.careerclarity.me/chat] If you enjoyed this Episode, please consider hitting the 💜 “Like” button here at the bottom or top of this post. It helps others find it! 🙏

Episode 20

If you enjoy this Episode, please consider hitting the 💜 “Like” button here at the top or bottom of this post. It helps others find it! 🙏 TODAY'S EPISODE IS SPONSORED BY: 💪 Our Job Search INSIDER Community Want dedicated access to Lavender six (6) days a week for your Job Search (it’s like texting + resources + individual and group support wrapped into one!)? To learn more and join the community instantly, check out our store page here: https://jobsearch.careerclarity.me [https://jobsearch.careerclarity.me] YOU SHOULD LISTEN TO THIS EPISODE IF... 👉 You're curious about the ongoing return to office debate and want to understand the dynamics at play. 👉 You want to learn why soft skills might just be the secret sauce to career success. 👉 You're preparing for an interview and need tips on how to effectively communicate your strengths. 👉 You're interested in Lavender's journey as a streamer and how she connects with her audience. 👉 You love a good mix of professional insights and lighthearted banter! IN TODAY'S EPISODE In this engaging episode, Lavender, a seasoned recruiter with over 20+ years of experience, shares her insights on various topics related to the job market and recruitment. She discusses the importance of soft skills versus hard skills, emphasizing how soft skills can make or break a career by influencing how others perceive and remember you. Lavender also delves into the ongoing debate about the return to office (RTO) policies, particularly among major tech companies, and the impact these policies have on employees and leadership dynamics. Additionally, she touches on the topic of Performance Improvement Plans (PIPs) and their increasing prevalence in the current job market. Lavender offers practical advice on how to effectively communicate your strengths to recruiters and hiring leaders, encouraging listeners to focus on connecting their experiences to the job description. Throughout the episode, she interacts with her audience, answering questions and providing tips for job seekers. Listeners should tune in to gain valuable insights into navigating the job market, understanding the dynamics of workplace policies, and enhancing their interview skills with Lavender's expert guidance. EPISODE DEETS * Introduction and updates: Lavender welcomes listeners and shares her excitement about the topics for today, including some community updates and her love for index cards. * Discussion on return to office (RTO) trends: Lavender discusses the ongoing debate about returning to the office, especially among major companies, and the power dynamics between employees and employers. * The impact of PIPs (Performance Improvement Plans): She explores the increase in PIPs and what it might indicate about current HR and leadership strategies. * Importance of soft skills versus hard skills: Lavender emphasizes that while hard skills are necessary, soft skills are what make you memorable and can make or break your career. * How to communicate your strengths to recruiters: She provides tips on how to effectively convey your skills and experiences to align with what recruiters and hiring leaders are looking for. * Lavender's streaming journey and community engagement: Lavender shares her experiences with streaming on different platforms and her efforts to engage with various communities. EPISODE LINKS 💪 Check out our Job Search INSIDER Community! https://jobsearch.careerclarity.me/ [https://jobsearch.careerclarity.me/] ❓Need Advice? Send Lavender an Email! advice@careerclarity.me [advice@careerclarity.me] 🙋‍♀️ Lavender’s Full Services (including Insider Community + 1:1 Coaching): https://store.careerclarity.me [https://store.careerclarity.me] 🎥 Join us on Twitch: https://twitch.careerclarity.me [https://twitch.careerclarity.me] 📺 Join us on YouTube: https://youtube.careerclarity.me [https://youtube.careerclarity.me] 🔗 All of the links (on one convenient page): https://links.careerclarity.me [https://links.careerclarity.me] Career Clarity and the ‘Ask a Corporate Recruiter LIVE!’ Livestream Podcast are community-supported publications. To receive new posts and support Lavender’s work, consider becoming a free or paid subscriber. 🌟🌟🌟🌟🌟 Check out our OFFICIAL Podcast Livestream community hub: https://www.careerclarity.me/s/ask-a-corporate-recruiter-live [https://www.careerclarity.me/s/ask-a-corporate-recruiter-live] If you enjoy this Episode, please consider hitting the 💜 “Like” button here at the bottom or top of this post. It helps others find it! 🙏 This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.careerclarity.me/subscribe [https://www.careerclarity.me/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_2]