How to Build an Unforgettable Professional Presence
In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Lorraine Lee, entrepreneur, LinkedIn Learning Instructor and bestselling author of the new book “Unforgettable Presence: Get Seen, Gain Influence, and Catapult Your Career.” They discuss how to take control of your career by enhancing your professional presence in today’s hybrid work environment. Lorraine also offers practical advice for improving your communication skills in meetings, over email and during job interviews.
Key Topics:
The importance of professional presence
Why to stop saying “sorry”
The RAVE model for building influence
How to talk about your accomplishments without bragging
Why cheering on others is a leadership power move
Links and Resources:
Preorder Lorraine’s book here.
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Zarna Garg's Entrepreneurial Journey to Stand-Up Comedy
In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with comedian Zarna Garg about her unconventional journey from lawyer to stay-at-home mom to stand-up comic. Zarna opens up about discovering her passion later in life, coping with failure and the power of being relentlessly honest. She also shares advice for up-and-coming entrepreneurs about the importance of persistence, analysis and salesmanship — traits she still uses as a comic.
Key Topics:
Reinventing yourself after failure
How to spot a viable business
Why transparency builds trust
Building a support system from the ground up
The importance of learning how to sell
Links and Resources:
Pre-order Zarna’s book ‘This American Woman: A One-In-A-Billion Memoir’ here.
Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here.
Follow Andrew Seaman on LinkedIn here.
Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here.
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Do You Have to Choose? How a Doctor Balances Medicine and Movies
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In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Dr. Roshan Sethi, an oncologist who has also made a name for himself as a Hollywood screenwriter and now director of A Nice Indian Boy, opening in theaters on April 4. Dr. Sethi discusses how he forged a career out of two seemingly opposite worlds, and how writing and directing make him a better doctor.
Key Topics:
Overcoming institutional obstacles
The importance of mentorship
How to bounce back after being fired
Applying skills from one career field to another
Links and Resources:
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Breaking Down Job Market Trends and AI’s Impact with LinkedIn’s Chief Economist
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In this bonus episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with LinkedIn’s Chief Economist Karin Kimbrough to break down the latest economic trends and job search data. Despite growth and steady unemployment rates, many job seekers are facing a tougher hiring process. Andrew and Karin discuss the data behind this and explore emerging trends, the growing importance of AI skills and more.
Key Points:
The current state of the job market
Bright spots in sectors like healthcare, finance and technology
The impact of government workforce changes
The state of remote work
Upskilling in AI
Links and Resources:
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Strategies for Being Seen and Heard in Your Job Search and at Work
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In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with brand strategist Chloé Nwangwu about the problem of under-recognition. Chloé describes how her experience working in international conflict resolution equipped her with the tools to help professionals and businesses increase their visibility and make impactful change. She also discusses the systemic causes and costs of under-recognition, and offers tips to under-recognized job seekers looking to level up in their careers.
Key Topics:
The power of personal brands
How to map out career growth
Strategies for overcoming under-recognition
The 5 stages of visibility
Causes and costs of under-recognition
Links and Resources:
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Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here
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