Episode 04

Join Lavender as she dives into effective job searching strategies, the importance of understanding company culture, and insights into unemployment details in the U.S.

Lavender 🪷✨

Dec 26, 2024

Transcript

You Should Listen to this Episode if…

👉 You're on the hunt for a new job and need expert advice on where to start.

👉 You're curious about how to effectively network and connect with recruiters.

👉 You want to learn the ins and outs of negotiating your salary and benefits.

👉 You're considering an international career move and want to understand the global job market.

👉 You enjoy a good chat about bacon, Minecraft, and the beauty of learning new languages!

In Today’s Episode

Lavender, a former corporate recruiter with over 20 years of experience, warmly welcomes everyone to her stream and is excited to share her knowledge and answer questions about job searching.

Lavender emphasizes the importance of knowing what you want in a job and conducting thorough research. She suggests using platforms like Indeed, LinkedIn, and Google Jobs to find job postings and highlights the significance of networking and connecting with recruiters and hiring leaders.

Lavender shares insights on the current job market, noting the shift from a candidate-driven market during the pandemic to (now) an employer-driven market. She discusses the importance of understanding compensation expectations and negotiating effectively. Lavender also touches on the challenges of interviewing and the importance of being clear about your skills and what you bring to the table.

Throughout the stream, Lavender engages with her audience, answering questions about job searching, compensation negotiation, and the impact of the pandemic on the job market. She also shares personal anecdotes and interacts with viewers about topics like Minecraft, languages, and cultural experiences. Lavender's warm and welcoming demeanor creates an inviting atmosphere for her audience to learn and engage.

Episode Deets

Job Searching Tips: Lavender emphasizes the importance of knowing what you want in a job, including the type of company and role. She advises doing thorough research to align your job search with your career goals.
Networking: Building connections with recruiters and hiring leaders is crucial. Lavender suggests using LinkedIn to reach out and network, even if it requires a paid subscription (she includes some tips on how to save on subscription costs, too!).
Transparency and Values: Understanding a company's values, such as transparency, can help you shortlist potential employers. Aligning your values with theirs is key to overall job satisfaction.
Interviewing: Interviewing is both an art and a science. Lavender shares that preparation, confidence, and understanding the company are vital to success.
Negotiation Strategies: When negotiating salary and benefits, it's important to know your worth and do your research. Lavender advises asking for the compensation range early in the process.
Relocation Negotiation: If asked to relocate, inquire about the relocation package and understand the terms, including how expenses are covered and any tax implications.
International Hiring: Lavender discusses the complexities of hiring internationally and the benefits of diverse teams. She highlights the differences in employment practices across countries.
Pandemic Impact: The job market is still adjusting post-pandemic, with shifts from a candidate-driven to an employer-driven market. Lavender predicts continued changes in the coming year.