PODCAST · business
Hack The Interview
by Adrienne & Loreen Dinkelacker
Two founders of a tech recruitment firm who happen to be sisters, spill all of the secrets and advice on getting you through the entire job search process; from busting interview and resume myths, to sharing best tips we've learned after hiring thousands of people. Specific questions? Send us a voice memo or email here: [email protected]
Episodes
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43. Melissa Dobbins & Removing Bias from the Hiring Process
Melissa Dobbins is many things; entrepreneur, engineer, analyst, product strategist, mother, Star Wars enthusiast, leader, avid writer, USC Trojan, wife, science fiction fan, speaker, artist, etc. While she has many facets, none can define her. Just like everyone else, Melissa is more than a...
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42. Navigating Giving Your 2 Weeks' Notice
Congrats, you got the job! It's all hitting you- a fresh new job, a shiny new salary... and you know you now have to have the awkward conversation of see ya again never. Should you tell your (now) ex-boss where you're going? Should you entertain a counter offer? Should you email a resignation...
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41. Getting Paid for Interviews? Our Take & How to Ask
In this episode, we cover getting paid for time spent on interviewing. Some companies do this... and some don't. We go over what to do if you feel like you should be getting paid for that presentation or take home project. Take a listen and let us know what you think! To learn more about us:...
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40. We Answer Your Questions!
We answer questions you've been sending! Take a listen and let us know what you think! To learn more about us: Adrienne & Loreen w / www.theatlasgroup.co
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39. Shima Aoki: Pivoting Careers & Creating your Narrative
In this episode we have the honor of speaking with Shima Aoki about shifting careers, work life balance, creating your narrative. Shima Aoki is a senior product designer at Prodigy Education, where she leads design on the Tutoring experience. But before she embarked on her career in user…
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38. Feel Like You're Bombing an Interview? Here's What to Do
💣 Have you had the feeling in an interview that you may be bombing? - Here are tips to help you through. Take a listen and let us know what you think! To learn more about us: Adrienne & Loreen w / www.theatlasgroup.co
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37. How To Nail Behavioral And Situational Based Interview Questions
When you're interviewing, you'll most likely be dealing with a set of both situational and behavioral interview questions. In this episode, we explain how to identify them, how to prepare for them, and how to nail and your answer. We also give you a helpful tip on how to predict what to expect…
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36. Get Ghosted After an Interview? Here's Why
Got ghosted after an interview? Ugh. No one likes to be left in the dark. In this episode, we try to ease your mind and give you all of the reasons that we've seen over the years. Take a listen and let us know what you think! To learn more about us: Adrienne & Loreen w / www.theatlasgroup.co
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35. HELP! I'm Not Good at Selling...and I Need to Interview
Hold up... wait a minute! You do not need to be a good salesperson to do well on your interview. In this episode we talk about what you need to get through the interview - and its not your sales skills. Take a listen and let us know what you think! To learn more about us: Adrienne & Loreen w /...
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34. Happy Ears and Why They're DANGEROUS!
Caution all Happy Ears! Your happy ears may detonate the second you sign into your new email address at your new job! Do you have happy ears? What even ARE THEY? In this episode, we talk about it so you can stay even keeled during an interview process. Take a listen and let us know what you…
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33. Importance of Soft Skills in Tech Interviews
Importance Soft Skills in Tech Interview: The technical piece matters a lot in a tech interview.. but the soft skills matter, too. Being able to share your rationale, how you came to the answer, and the ability to communicate your thought process is imperative. We also go over some tips that…
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32. What Can/ Should I be Upfront with When Speaking to a Recruiter?
Congrats! You've made it to the 1st round - A meeting with a recruiter. What do you say? What don't you say? In this episode, we go through what to tell a recruiter, what to be honest about, and how you can make sure you're getting the most out of the call. Connect with us here: Adrienne-...
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31. I Haven't Interviewed in Years, HELP! I Need the Basics!
Have you not interviewed in a while? Feeling rusty? Take a listen in to hear about what you can do to help you wrap your head around getting started and the basics of interviewing. If you find this helpful, leave a review or share with a friend! Adrienne-...
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30. What You Need to Know About Providing References
Providing References Its reference time! Whether you're asked to provide them on the application or during the interview process, we got you covered. We discuss the best type of references to give, what you do if you don't have many references, why it's important to choose people that are...
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29. Best Excuses to Get out of an Interview
Do you want to get out of an interview? Maybe the role isn't the best fit after you thought about it, or you came across some bad glassdoor reviews. Whatever it is, you want to get out of this! After years of hearing every excuse in the book, we give you some pointers on how to bow out gracefully...
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28 Everything You Need to Know About Job Descriptions
Job Descriptions: Everything you need to know about job descriptions. In this episode we go over why you shouldn't take job description that seriously and if you have the skills, apply. Job Descriptions are an employers wish list. They can change a lot, especially when we're talking tech. They're...
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27. So, you want to be a Recruiter?
Its January 2022 and the market is hot right now looking for recruiters. In this episode we dive into the different types of recruiting roles there are: inhouse and agency. The different types of recruiting agencies there are. What some pay structures are for recruiters. What the hard and soft...
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26. Interviewing: How to Feel More in Control
The point of this podcast is to help uncover, for the interviewee, that based on their needs, wants and goals, that what they want matters. The fit they are looking for matters. The type of company they are targeting matters. What the company on the other end of the interview only accounts for…
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25. How to Message Recruiters Back Like a Pro
So, you get a hiring manager or recruiter message and... the role looks like a really good fit! Writing back "Yes, I'm interested!" is ok, and you might be tempted to use that LinkedIn canned response, but there are more effective responses that will make the person on the other end further...
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24. Worst Advice We've heard from Career Coaches
In the era of covid, the amount of career coaches on the internet has increased exponentially. We've heard first hand from Job Seekers and Candidates with some interesting tips, tricks and advice from Career Coaches that miss the 🎯 Take a listen in to hear some of the most interesting / off…
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23. Jay Suggs: DEI and Navigating your Career
Jermaine "Jay"Suggs: Today, we’re speaking with Jermaine “Jay” Suggs. Jay has an extensive professional sales and business development background and 20 years of progressive experience building robust, lasting partnerships. Jay currently serves as the Global Director of Diversity and Inclusion…
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22. Should You Reach Out Directly to a Hiring Manager when Applying?
We get this question all the time - If I applied for a role, can I reach out to a hiring manager? Not to spoil the surprise, but the answer is YES! You can reach out via LinkedIn message, LinkedIn connection request or email. Craft your message, make it personal and help the reader connect the...
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21. The EASIEST Thing You Can Do In Your Tech Interview To Make You Stand Out
Whats our #1 Tip?! Explain your thought process! Take a listen for more details and a handy example! Connect with us: Adrienne- https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-dinkelacker-b067322/ Loreen- https://www.linkedin.com/in/loreen-dinkelacker-08387863/ www.theatlasgroup.co
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20. Lizzy Wong Head of Data and Analytics at theSkimm talks to us about Her Pivot Into Tech, Getting and Receiving Feedback, Finding your Differentiator and What She Looks For When Hiring!
In this episode we speak with Lizzy Wong. Lizzy is the Head of Data & Analytics at theSkimm. She’s an Aussie native now living in New York who has been working in tech for over 10 years from big 4 consulting to pre and post IPO startups like Blue Apron. She has experience in hiring for and…
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19. Counter Offers... Should You Consider Them?
Counter Offers Should I stay or should I go! (Play that oldie but goodie song) Thats up to you Know what you want and be prepared. Take a listen for some stories of people who have taken counter offers and stayed Connect with us: Adrienne- https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-dinkelacker-b067322/...
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18. Networking?! Meet Lisa- Director of Women who Code and Software Engineering Manager at Netflix! Sharing Her Insights with us About Networking, Interviewing and Women in Tech!
Todays episode we're so thrilled to connect with Lisa Shissler Smith! Lisa is an Engineering Manager at Netflix and a Director for Women Who Code. She lives near Raleigh, NC with her husband and their 5 children. She is passionate about inclusion and diversity, and has spoken to groups large and...
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17. Feeling Anxious About Your Next Interview? Here's What You Can Do
In today's episode, we cover tips on handling anxiety before an interview In our conversation we cover: Mental Imagery & Visualization Preparation Knowing what you bring to the table Knowing that your being interviewed for a reason; and you're also interviewing them! Practice Breathing Techniques...
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16. The Truth About Cover Letters
PSA: We don't read cover letters. So... does that mean you don't need one? Yes... unless you see that dreaded asterisk next to "Coverletter" on the application requiring you to upload one to apply. Ugh. Since you may need it for those situations, we help break down exactly what to include in your...
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15. Why Your Motivation is More Important to a Recruiter Than You Think
Have you ever told a recruiter that youre just "always open to hearing what's out there" when they ask why you're in the job market? That you're happy in your role, but you're "always open to hearing about new opportunities that could be exciting"? I'm about to let you in on something... it's a...
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14. A Therapist's Take On Getting Through Your Job Search Process
Is your job search making you feel like you need a therapist? Well, we got one for you this episode! We speak with Jamila Walker, owner and Clinical Practice Director of NEW Counseling, PLLC a safe haven for anyone wanting to learn to better navigate life with a sense of self confidence, self…
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13. What Really Gets Evaluated In Each Step Of the Interview Process
Take the guess work on how to prep for each step of the interview process- in this episode, we give a rough guide on what each step of the interview process will be evaluating you on and how to prep. We go over: - The Recruiter Screen - HR - The Tech Interview - C-Suite
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12. EASY Negotiation Tactics Any Job Seeker Can Benefit From Knowing
Want some easy negotiation tactics? Maybe you've never negotiated before, maybe you're nervous to do it... or maybe your brain just hurts from interviewing. Whatever it is, we break down the most BASIC tactics you can use when it's time to negotiate, so you feel informed and comfortable in the...
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11. From Getting Laid off to Being Featured on the BBC- One Woman's Story of Resilience
Today is a special day, because we’re here with, Amanda Ewing, Amanda had been working for 16 years in the corporate world, when a business merger left her career at a crossroad. Faced with uncertainty, she pushed aside her fears and took first steps toward finding a more fulfilling career and...
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10. 92% of Hiring Managers Hire Using LinkedIn... Here's How to Optimize Yours.
Want a recruiter's perspective on how we use LinkedIn to find candidates and how to populate in more searches? Listen on! We talk about your: - Profile Photo and visuals - Headline tips - How recruiters find you and how LinkedIn works for us - What keywords are and why they help you stand out -...
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9. How to Negotiate for More Time at the End of an Offer Stage
In today's episode, we are talking to Talent Acquisition professional and Career Coach, Savannah Scalyer! In our conversation with Savannah, we get the inside scoop on: How to navigate multiple offers at once How to best negotiate time at the end (and how to ask for it) Verbal VS written offers...
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8. How To Work With A Recruiter
You may want to work with a recruiter, but how do you find one? What do they really do with your resume after you send it? We tell you the inside scoop on how to work best with head hunters. Connect with us: Adrienne- https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-dinkelacker-b067322/ Loreen-...
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7. How to Interview a Potential Employer
You may be ready for a company to interview you, but are you ready to interview the company? In this episode, we talk about what things to consider and how to best qualify a company to make sure it's a good fit for you. Connect with us: Adrienne-...
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6. Are You Full of Red Flags In Your Interview?
Are you screaming red flags in your interview? In this episode, we tell you what the most common ones are and why they're considered red flags. Connect with us: Adrienne- https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-dinkelacker-b067322/ Loreen- https://www.linkedin.com/in/loreen-dinkelacker-08387863/...
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5. Getting Your Resume Past The... ATS Bots?
We see articles and hear things about getting your resume past the "ATS bots". The truth is... there aren't any. In this episode, we tell you how it actually works. Connect with us: Adrienne- https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-dinkelacker-b067322/ Loreen-...
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4. Negotiating During Covid- Should You Do It?
In this episode we discuss if you can or should negotiate in the times of Covid.
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3. Practicing: We know this topic sounds boring, but trust us you want to listen.
In this episode, we cover why practicing before your interview is important, even if you think you don't need to.
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2. Video Interviews Can Feel Weird- Here's How to Survive
In this eposide we cover the most important things to remember when preparing for your video interview.
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1. How to Best Answer "Tell Me About Yourself" In An Interview
In this episode, we tell you how to get comfortable answering the dreaded "tell me about yourself" question. Website https://theatlasgroup.co/ LinkedIn Adrienne: https://www.linkedin.com/in/adrienne-dinkelacker-b067322/ Loreen: https://www.linkedin.com/in/loreen-dinkelacker-08387863/
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Two founders of a tech recruitment firm who happen to be sisters, spill all of the secrets and advice on getting you through the entire job search process; from busting interview and resume myths, to sharing best tips we've learned after hiring thousands of people. Specific questions? Send us a voice memo or email here: [email protected]
HOSTED BY
Adrienne & Loreen Dinkelacker
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