Episode 06

Join the lively chat as Lavender navigates job search sagas, shares interview tips, and offers career advice, all while keeping it upbeat yet empowering!

Lavender 🪷✨

Dec 26, 2024

Transcript

You Should Listen to this Episode if…

👉 You're navigating the job search saga and need advice on handling multiple offers.

👉 You want to learn how to prepare for interviews with both hiring managers and peers.

👉 You're curious about common interview questions and how to answer them effectively.

👉 You have employment gaps and want to know how to address them in interviews.

👉 You're interested in understanding how to align your career goals with various company cultures.

👉 You enjoy a lighthearted yet informative approach to career advice and want to hear from an expert with over 20 years of experience.

In Today’s Episode

Lavender, a former corporate recruiter with 20 years of experience, hosts a Podcast Livestream where she discusses various aspects of job searching, interviewing, and career advice. She begins this episode by interacting with her audience, addressing a viewer named Fresh Prince who is currently navigating job offers and interviews. Lavender provides advice on handling multiple job offers, emphasizing the importance of transparency and keeping options open.

She discusses common interview questions, such as those about strengths, weaknesses, and handling conflict, and offers tips on how to prepare for them. Lavender advises candidates to be clear about their strengths and opportunities for growth, and to approach interviews with positivity and transparency. She also highlights the importance of understanding one's own career narrative and being prepared to discuss gaps in employment or reasons for leaving a job.

Throughout the stream, Lavender encourages her audience to conduct thorough research on potential employers and to align their job search with their personal and professional goals. She emphasizes the value of making interviewers feel special and leaving a positive impression. Lavender also shares her excitement about upcoming projects, including a website launch and additional resources for job seekers and those looking to grow in their careers.

Episode Deets

Introduction and Greetings: Lavender kicks off the episode with a warm welcome, sharing her excitement to connect with listeners and offering a light-hearted update on her own day.
Fresh Prince's Job Search Update: Lavender discusses Fresh Prince's (ongoing) job search saga, offering advice on handling multiple job offers and the importance of keeping options open.
Interviewing with Hiring Managers and Peers: Lavender explains the dynamics of interviewing with both hiring managers and peers, emphasizing the importance of assuming positive intent and preparing thoroughly.
Common Interview Questions and Preparation: Lavender dives into common interview questions, highlighting the importance of quantitative answers and the STAR method for situational questions.
Handling Employment Gaps and Career Transitions: Lavender addresses concerns about employment gaps, advising listeners to craft a narrative that explains their career journey positively.
Understanding Workplace Culture and Preferences: Lavender discusses how to identify and articulate your preferred work environment, encouraging listeners to align their job search with companies that match their values.
Closing Remarks and Contact Information: Lavender wraps up the episode with gratitude, inviting listeners to reach out with questions and providing her contact information for further engagement.
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