PODCAST · business
Daily DANDAN
by Dandan Global
Headhunter & Career Coach, Dandan Zhu, shares what employers actually want and how you, as a candidate, can get ahead on job search and careers! Dandan's expertise helping countless candidates from CEO-level to analyst negotiate their next career opportunity is YOUR secret weapon to find your next job and manage your career!In your Daily DANDAN podcast, hear about how Dandan retired at 28 from corporate life, accumulated a real estate empire, while helping hundreds of thousands of candidates achieve their career and life dreams. Sign-up at Dandanglobal.com for more webinars, live Q&A, and private coaching with Dandan!
Episodes
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DD 104 How Gen Z Can Bridge the Skills Gap and Succeed
As a millennial, I am lucky that some portion of my life I grew up without the impact of social media, rampant consumerism, and the social isolation that is happening now to future generations, impacting Gen Z. In this episode, I talk about the issues and mindsets to adopt to help Gen Z achieve...
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DD 103 Salary Negotiation Tactics
As a headhunter, I'm always negotiating from DAY ONE. Too many people forget that the clock starts ticking the moment you engage in the job search process. Make sure you're able to get ahead of the game by considering some of these negotiation tactics to embrace so you are leading the discussion...
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DD 102 How to get headhunters to represent you
If you're asking the question of how to get headhunters to notice you, it means that you don't have headhunters who are actively seeking you out as things stand. That could most likely be because the highest likelihood that they don't exist or could be disinterested in serving your type of...
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DD 101 Startups or Large Companies? Cash vs Equity?
As you really start analyzing what you'd like to do for your career strategy, it's definitely worth a think to determine the pros and cons of joining either a startup or a large company, and how that may impact your ability to obtain short-term cash (wages) or long term renumeration (business...
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DD 100 How to recover from Failure Debt and Bankruptcy
As usual, I won't sugarcoat my thoughts on people who get into businesses that fail or have put you at significant financial loss. There is a LOT of self-reflecting needed to break through and understand the causes of business failure. The only way to move forward is to learn from your mistakes…
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DD 99 How to become successful if you came from nothing
As someone who grew up as the babysitter's daughter, I always knew my family's lack of knowledge and money when it comes to success in America was a handicap. I had to break free from my parents' and society's expectations of myself and re-learn the whole system of success on my own to find my...
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DD 98 Top 4 of 10 Career Killers
All of my mistakes in life stem from this Top 4 of 10 Career Killers: Caring too much about what others think. Literally, everything that has caused me grief and made me miserable was due to this factor. The moment I was able to free my mind and my own expectations from what others wanted from…
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DD 97 How to get an internship
As a headhunter and successful past intern for many Fortune 500s since my highschool and college days, I walk you through EXACTLY what you need to do to get an internship today. This process is EASIER than ever due to the internet and our abundance social media tools. It just requires the right...
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DD 96 Why do headhunters ask candidates to work exclusively?
As a headhunter, I no doubt, like many others, prefer to work with my candidates (clients less so) exclusively. However, I will not stop my candidates from entertaining new opportunities or speaking with other people. In today's Daily DANDAN, I go through the reasons why: 1. Exclusivity (under…
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DD 95 How much money to put into your emergency fund
Growing up and as an adult, everyone tells me how much money I need to sock away for "a rainy day" aka start an emergency fund. Now, as a business-owner, entrepreneur, and landlord, I'm no longer fooled by traditional "advice" when it comes to money. Here is my argument for what the emergency…
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DD 94 What is debt and how it can make you rich
As I'm in many groups about investing, I was surprised and dismayed at how many people were encouraging others to do something that is not really in accordance with investment strategies that work, specifically on the topic of debt. The question poised is should you pay off your car debt, why and...
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DD 93 Response to graduates who want my help
I get requests from graduates constantly who want me to help them get a job after graduation from any type of degree in every country. Commonly, ex-students want me to suggest them a solution when really, it is yourself whom you need to rely on to provide solutions to YOURSELF. This podcast is...
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DD 92 How to become successful
As someone who became financially free by accumulating wealth, establishing a successful career and business by my 30th birthday, I love talking about what success means to me and how to achieve it. There is nothing more beautiful than to see others who are happy, financially free, and using the...
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DD 91 How to use LinkedIn properly
As a minute by minute user of LinkedIn per day, I see all the attitudes, behaviors, and expectations about LinkedIn as a platform that many people don't understand. I'll break down exactly what Linkedin is made to do and what how to best utilize it! Don't be a victim of the system, become a…
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DD 90 How to start investing
As someone who has been investing since I was 19 starting with a certificate of deposit account, I started trusting the financial system of being able to generate return simply based on the principles of interest as well as potential to see appreciation if you pick the right investment to invest...
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DD 89 How to switch jobs or industries
Recently, a gamechanger asked me this: "Do you believe in switching industries completely without the background mid career? If you know you can do a role that you've never done before given basic training, what is the best way to communicate this to a hiring manager?" My answer is that you have...
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DD 88 How to address work gaps in your resume
As a candidate, you probably want to be as forthcoming as possible. One of my gamechangers sent me this note: How do you suggest I present myself on my resume to gracefully address the time I chose to take off? I feel it's misleading to send out resumes saying that I'm still currently employed at...
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DD 87 Communication Tips to Master Likability with Standup Comedian Bill Beteet
Bill Beteet is one of the most charismatic, articulate, and powerful communicators I have had the pleasure of introducing on the Daily DANDAN. Bill shares advice on how to conquer a room, any social situation, and all networking events for all personality types. His practical suggestions will...
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DD 86 Number 3 of 10 Top Career Mistakes
It's good to be cheap and frugal, but not always When it comes to careers, many people spend more as they start earning more. They get deeply sucked into the rat race, which leads to subpar life and career decisions. What is sad and ironic is that people are willing to shell out as much money as...
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DD 85 Number 2 of 10 Top Career Killers
We are who we are largely because of the environment we've been exposed to throughout our lives. As much as proponents of individualism and autonomy like to promote how humans can conquer their environment, reality does NOT reflect that sentiment. This #2 of 10 career killers will contribute to...
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DD 84 1 of 10 Career Killers
Everyone has experienced analysis paralysis - you think too much and do too little. This is a major career killer because it stops you from thinking the right thoughts and doing what you must to obtain a great job offer. I share personal stories and metaphors to hammer this point in. What we need...
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DD 83 How to win back an offer or interview
This has happened to all of us. We got an interview or job offer, and then for whatever personal or professional reasons holding us back, we decided to pull out. Usually as a great headhunter, I was nevertheless able to convince my candidates not to say no to themselves, but in the rare cases it...
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DD 82 Jarring advice to women who want to get ahead in life and careers
I hate saying what I say in this podcast article. But it's the truth. It's also based on the real world. What I saw as a female professional motivated me to quickly leave the corporate world as soon as possible to start my own business so that I wouldn't have to put up with people, systems, and...
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DD 81 A Response to James Damore Google Manifesto
As many of you may have heard, Google recently fired James Damore, the author of a 10-page manifesto criticizing Google (and the wider tech industry's) embracing of diversity initiatives. Hear Dandan talk about why Damore's thoughts are so misguided and dangerous to those who want to have a...
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DD 80 Affordability
I walk you through the common areas people over-spend on and how this issue of affordability is ruining the world and our lives as we know it. Don't fall victim to this life-damaging habit of living beyond your means. This is not simply the way to achieve success; this concept is crucial for your...
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DD 79 How to achieve happiness
EVERYONE wants to be happy. Yet depression levels globally have never been higher. The real reason why many people can't achieve happiness is because they have not mastered (don't even know about) Dandan's Hierarchy of Needs, a modern twist on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Do you agree?
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DD 78 Should you move for money?
Should you worry about salary or opportunity when looking for a new job? The answer is not as black and white as you think...
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DD 67 How I retired at 28
Here's exactly how I accumulated enough assets to retire at 28. What I mean by retiring is not that I'm going to disappear into a perpetual nothingness, but that I no longer have to work for a corporation. This is my story of how I achieved it. I hope you enjoy it!
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DD 77 Challenges you face as a junior headhunter
As a junior headhunter, you're probably just learning the ropes of not only the job, but the environment, the market, and yourself! I talk about the 2 major things you need to watch out for to succeed as a junior headhunter!
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DD 76 What young professionals can do to reach career success
This is age-based advice directed specifically for our gamechangers under 35-40 years of age. The career game for people at various stages of their lives are certainly nuanced and different because there is a strict reality of time-bound strategies that must be taken into account. Hear the 4…
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DD 75 What people do wrong when job searching
As a headhunter, I see people everyday do things that aren't going to help them successfully find a job. When people embark on job search, they commit these general mistakes. Listen to the full episode to make sure you're not falling victim to any of these mentalities. Stay strong and job search on!
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DD 74 Best Avenues To Research Positions And Companies
When investigating new opportunities, people immediately hop onto the internet and start researching. In today's podcast, not only does Dandan talk about what 3 avenues are the best ways to research positions and companies, Dandan also shares some key advice on what not to do when it comes to...
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DD 73 Top WORST Things candidates say about careers
As a headhunter, I've spoken with countless candidates who have all voiced these concerns with me. I compiled a list of the worst things people have said that seriously impacts your attractiveness as a candidate. To a certain extent, these comments are naive. If you're to take it negatively…
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DD 72 For unemployed people How to stay motivated in job search
Success always stems from a journey of struggle, mishaps, and missteps. No one had it easy. Therefore, your best strategy when unemployed is to adopt a positive mindset, hopeful and excited for your next step! Listen to the episode for encouragement during your period of job search while unemployed!
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DD 71 Why you need to choose a career path ASAP
Everyone up to millennial age believes that in our lifetimes, we have the luxury to experiment with our careers and live freely. That works, but to a certain extent. Now, more than ever, you must quickly and as efficiently, choose a career path, in order to become a top performer in your field....
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DD 70 What happens AFTER you submit your resume
The most important part of getting a job is obtaining interviews. In order to do that, too many people are gun-shotting their resumes at potential employers and job portal sites. What happens behind the scenes is NOT what you want to hear or see... Be very careful when submitting your resume for...
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DD 69 Mentor Mondays MJ DeMarco
A big lightbulb moment dawned on me when reading MJ DeMarco's book, Millionaire Fastlane. This concept of Consumer V Producer that I wrote about on LinkedIn is a deep topic that drastically shifts the way I look at my day and what I did as an activity. If we, as a society, can all shift towards...
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DD 68 Why you should NOT submit your resume!
As people constantly shove their resumes into peoples' online faces before even knowing who they are, I provide a sincere warning against doing so. Not only does submitting your resume everywhere decrease your desirability as a candidate, it also highlights a certain degree of naivete. We need to...
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DD 066 How to get interviews
For more senior candidates who have worked for at least 2-3 years Full-time, here are some great ideas on how to get started with procuring interviews and job leads for yourself!
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DD 065 Why you should not settle in your life and career
Settling for the wrong job, relationship, financial, and personal situation, while comfortable and easy in the short-term, poses dire consequences from a long-term perspective. Re-consider areas of your life that you're not satisfied with to achieve your dreams for the future!
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DD 064 Mentor Monday My Dad
As tough as my relationship with my dad has been throughout the years due to his gambling (and other)addiction, I wanted to share the positive aspects of how my dad has shaped my development. If you want to hear me cry, listen to this episode - I get pretty choked up!
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DD 063 How To Maintain Your Motivation
We all struggle with motivation. It's part of being human. I have a different take on why we're always having issues with motivation. Here are a few ideas what you can do in your life to sustainably achieve what you want, instead of simply feeling motivated for a fleeting moment!
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DD 062 What I learned in my first year of business
I thought succeeding in entrepreneurship is the same as what I had to do as a headhunter. The reality is: it's a true wild west and you're noone when you start the journey of entrepreneurship. The world doesn't care who you were in your previous life, all the amazing things you've done. When you...
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DD 061 What is Downspeak and how it will change your life and career
As a young headhunter at 23, I had to convince people double to even triple my age to trust in my expertise, capabilities, and potential to deliver. I'm so grateful I learned about downspeak early into my career so that I was able to massively increase my development as a sales leader. Downspeak...
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DD 060 Idea to Rock Your World
This one game-changing life hack put things in perspective for me on what you can do to always guarantee success. I am eager to hear your life and career stories of the results of this life-changing habit!
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DD 059 Mentor Monday My Mom
As part of Daily DANDAN's Mentor Mondays series, Dandan shares personal stories of inspiration from her life and career mentors. In this series, you'll get to hear exactly who has shaped Dandan and has continued to influence Dandan's philosophy, business approach, and life goals. Mentors are...
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DD 058 How to Find a Mentor
Although you can't rely on a mentor to carry you through to life and career success, mentors are nevertheless helpful in our journey. They can be instrumental to provide inspiration, motivation, and perhaps some tidbits of advice to improve your current situation. Here is some practical advice on...
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057 The biggest career mistake DAILY DANDAN Headhunter Podcast
As a headhunter, I have the privilege to see peoples' career decisions in real time. Here's why I absolutely abhor this biggest career mistake over other alternatives that will actually help you reach success faster! Scary stuff, spread the word if you know a friend, colleague, or family member…
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056 The Problem With Mentorship Daily DANDAN
Want a mentor but not having any luck? You joined a mentorship program but you're not getting anything out of it, now what? Basically, you've bought into mentorship programs and what they should deliver. Except they don't. Hear a few tips on what you can do to get out of your rut and find mentors...
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055 How to Judge Which Headhunting Company to Work For SENIOR Edition
We talked about what you need to do at the beginning of your headhunting career when deciding what firm to work for, how about as a more seasoned headhunter? Here are some major factors to consider when making a move! For the gamechangers out there who want to move into your next headhunting…
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Headhunter & Career Coach, Dandan Zhu, shares what employers actually want and how you, as a candidate, can get ahead on job search and careers! Dandan's expertise helping countless candidates from CEO-level to analyst negotiate their next career opportunity is YOUR secret weapon to find your next job and manage your career!In your Daily DANDAN podcast, hear about how Dandan retired at 28 from corporate life, accumulated a real estate empire, while helping hundreds of thousands of candidates achieve their career and life dreams. Sign-up at Dandanglobal.com for more webinars, live Q&A, and private coaching with Dandan!
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