Hired: Talent VP on Job Interviews, Negotiation & Offers

Connect with Lakia!https://hiremdc.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/lakiaelam/We discuss the top three mistakes Lakia commonly sees while coaching job seekers, how to rise in your current job instead of just switching employers, taking notes during and after job interviews, why some companies have WAY too many interviews, how to get to the next level in your career when feeling stuck, and much more!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Part Two of the Soft Skills Series - interpersonal skills. It makes a big impact on your job search, interviews, and where your career can go from there.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/

This is a job offer killer - companies are becoming less patient and giving you LESS time and grace. Here are ways to avoid it!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/

Watch our interview on Youtube! https://youtu.be/xmc_Ybf6mo0Christina Curtis is the Founder of Curtis Leadership Consulting based in Denver, Colorado. A thought leader on motivation and goal attainment, she regularly contributes to the Harvard Business Review, Forbes, and Psychology Today. As an accredited Master Coach with International Coaching Federation—a designation held by only 1 percent of business coaches worldwide—Christina’s clients include Fortune 500 executives and leaders.Connect with Christina:https://curtisleadership.com/https://www.instagram.com/christinacurtisofficial/Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/

At your interview, you will be asked, "what are your reasons for leaving your job?" or some variation of that. Knowing how to answer without looking bad or communicating the wrong message is difficult, and that's what we'll cover in this episode.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

If you apply for jobs and don't get a first interview, this episode is for you.I share 14 factors that impact whether or not you get a response, what to do to get past them, and get noticed!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/

How a listener used The Job Interview Experience and took their career further than he could ever have imagined. You can to. In this episode, I walk through the success James had, and what he did to make the info I share work for him. Plus, a pump-up message.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/

Connect with Pete and Zengig!https://www.linkedin.com/in/petenewsome/https://zengig.com/https://www.4cornerresources.com/Pete Newsome is the president of Four Corner Resources, a staffing firm founded in 2005 and winner of Ford's best recruiting firms in America, the Seminole 100 and the Golden 100.Pete is nationally recognized as a thought leader in hiring and recruiting with two decades of experience and placing over 15,000 candidates. Pete shares his top five things that you should start doing today as a job seeker, his unique way to stand out from the competition, plus some predictions for the future.Pete and his team also launched Zengig in 2022. Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/

Jay Feng is a former Data Scientist with companies like Monster and Next Door. Today, Jay is the founder of Interview Query.Connect with Jay!https://www.interviewquery.com/https://www.youtube.com/c/DataScienceJaySterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Subscribe to The Improve It Podcast and leave Erin a review while you're there!https://www.learntoimproveit.com/podcast-pagehttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/improve-it-podcast-professional-development-through/id1508450538Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/

Be the Unicorn Book: https://a.co/d/e2h15zL Be the Unicorn Website: https://www.vanderbloemen.com/be-the-unicornVanderbloemen Staffing:https://www.vanderbloemen.com Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/

Internal interviews. What the right approach and perspective is, how to position yourself, your advantages and disadvantages as a current employee, and more.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

• Traditional interview answers focusing on yourself (commute, company culture) are ineffective.• Companies hire to solve problems and achieve outcomes.• Craft interview answers that showcase your skills and how they benefit the company.•  Use the job description to understand the company's needs and tailor your answer accordingly.• Quantify your achievements with past experiences to demonstrate impact.• Focus on being a solution provider, not just someone filling a job title.• This approach can be used in cover letters and interview responses, even if the specific question isn't about why you applied.• If you can't connect your skills to the company's needs, it might not be the best job for you.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

From the Voice Mailbag - The "Interview Arc". The first interview is excellent, but then later interviews go downhill.In the episode, I walk through the priorities for recruiters for interviews 1 through 3 and what they are focused on. Then, I provide a strategy for YOU to inject energy and information about yourself in each interview to create an exciting experience for the company.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Two steps to be a solution. Step one is in your cover letter, which gets you noticed. Step two is during your job interview, where you start helping the company before getting hired, and they learn how much they need you.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Lou Adler is The CEO, and founder of The Adler Group – a consulting and training firm helping companies implement "Win-Win Hiring" programs using his Performance-based Hiring℠ system for finding and hiring exceptional talent.https://www.louadlergroup.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/louadler/Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Do you realize that common mistakes you make in the workplace - habits many people have, are interview killers? And that once you get a job, the mistakes that are made during interviews can come back to haunt you, or worse?We cover the issues and how to solve them.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

In the first part of this new Soft Skills Series, we're jumping into communication - both verbal and non-verbal. It makes an impact on how people interpret you, your attitude, interest, and more. Learn how to improve your verbal and non-verbal skills to get your career headed in the right direction!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Chris Fontanella founded Encore Professionals Group is a previous Division Director for Robert Half International and Client Service Director for Resources Global Professionals.Chris has authored multiple books on careers and is here to help us take control of our job search and careers.https://chrisfontanella.com/https://www.amazon.com/stores/Chris-Fontanella/author/B092FLBGZ8?ref=sr_ntt_srch_lnk_6&sr=1-6&isDramIntegrated=true&shoppingPortalEnabled=trueSterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Steps to take to learn about the company you've applied to, their people, culture, industry, and more. Please an extra strategy to broaden your options!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Andres Lares is the managing partner at Shapiro Negotiations Institute and co-author of Persuade: The 4-Step Process to Influence People and DecisionsAndres has led the development of SNI’s award-winning interactive negotiation training, mobile applications, and virtual reality-based applications, and in doing so has multiple patents pending.Andres also lectures at Johns Hopkins University on sports negotiations. He has been featured in Fox Business, MarketWatch, Business Insider and CNBC.Connect with Andres Below:https://www.amazon.com/Persuade-4-Step-Process-Influence-Decisions/dp/1119778514https://www.shapironegotiations.com/who-we-are/andres-lares/Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

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Darrian Mikell is the Co-Founder and CEO of Qualifi, a SaaS platform that powers the fastest phone interview experience in the world and helps recruiting teams hire great candidates.Darrian joins us to discuss the future of phone interviews, common mistakes, and how Qualifi is changing the game.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Teneshia Jackson Warner is the founder and CEO of one of the nation's most successful multicultural marketing and communications firms, EGAMI Group.Her book, The Big Stretch: 90 Days to Expand Your Dreams, Crush Your Goals, and Create Your Own Success, a soul-searching, life-transforming, 12-week boot camp that reveals how to get from where you are to where you dream to be – in life and in business.http://www.thebigstretchbook.com/Teneshia founded The Dream Project Symposium, an annual empowerment conference that helps thousands of entrepreneurs, creatives, and career Dreamers plan and achieve their goals.She is the recipient of a number of career awards, including the coveted Black Enterprise Rising Star Award, Black Enterprises Forty Under 40, AdColor MVP and, The Network Journals Forty Under 40 Award.Teneshia has been featured in Entrepreneur magazine, Essence magazine, and Black Enterprise.Teneshia joins us to discuss finding purpose, being stretched over the last several years, and taking back control over your dreams.https://www.instagram.com/teneshiajwarner/Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Why most people fall into their careers instead of choosing them intentionallyThe four elements of The Career Equation: skills, passion, impact, and environmentHow to identify what truly makes you thrive at workThe biggest mistake job seekers make when changing rolesWhy reflecting between jobs leads to better long-term successHow companies like Microsoft and Amazon use this model to retain and grow talentHow storytelling and the “Hero’s Journey” can transform your interview answersA practical way to turn career confusion into clarity and confidenceSterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

A walkthrough of a day in the life of an EXECUTIVE recruiter. This will be boring if you don't care to know what the job is like...If you're interested to know for your own benefit - you can use this information to help you stand out and impress executive recruiters. This is the follow-up episode to "A Day in The Life of a Recruiter"Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Dr. Kevin Gilliland is a Licensed Clinical Psychologist and the Executive Director of Innovation360.Host of the Podcast “Struggle Well Live Well. Worry Less” - Kevin discusses how as humans we deal with anxiety, worry, and our approach of how we as humans deal with what life throws at us.Author of "Struggle Well Live Well: 60 Ways to Navigate Life’s Good, Bad, and In-Between"Kevin joins us to help us understand our anxiety around job interviews, the stress of the job search, and how to navigate this life in a healthy, balanced way.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Connect with Doug!dougfleener.comThe Day Makes the Year (Makes a Life): Transform your work and life with One-Day Successhttps://a.co/d/iaxSiIDKnown as the daily performance expert, Doug Fleener is a CEO, business advisor, keynote speaker, and coach. His extensive experience and journey of over 30 years in recovery and business give him a unique perspective with expertise and fast, high ROI results.He's the author of the book, The Day Makes the Year (Makes a Life): Transform your work and life with One-Day Success. Doug is here to teach us how to live in the present, take responsibility for what takes place in your job search, learn from those setbacks, maintain discipline, and focus on growing three things a day.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

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Key Takeaways:Why $200K is no longer the finish line (and how inflation, lifestyle, and goals reveal the gap)The invisible ceiling most high earners hit—and how to break itHow to audit your real total compensation before chasing higher offersWhy promotions at this level come from owning scope, not just working harderHow switching industries or companies can instantly raise your comp ceilingThe truth about equity: RSUs vs. options, cliffs, and startup fantasy mathVisibility = compensation: how to make decision-makers see your valueHigh-paying, rare skills that lead to $300K+ comp packagesWhy you should interview every year (even if you're not planning to leave)Bonus income streams: consulting, board roles, speaking, and advisory workCommon traps: silent loyalty, stalled titles, and equity that goes nowhereFinal message: You don’t get paid what you're worth—you get paid what you position yourself to earn.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Connect with Jim!https://www.jimfrawley.com/Jim FrawleyConsider a switch! It can boost your career and make you a stronger candidate.Identify transferable skills and focus on value you bring.Network and showcase how you can solve problems in your target industry.Recruiters value diverse experience, explain your moves with a focus on gained skills.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Communicating Important Information Before Your Interview, Relocating, Multiple Offers - Listener Q&AWe answer questions on how to share important information before you even get an interview and how that impacts moving forward and receiving offers.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Replay for the Live Youtube Q&A. Listener Questions and Answers about being confident without seeming arrogant, second job interviews, jobs that say they are stressful, handling multiple offers & interviews, and more!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

The Job Interview Question, "Tell me about a challenge or conflict you've faced at work and how you dealt with it." breaks interviews. Fail it, and you head toward the bottom of the list. Answer well, and you'll stand out - even from other candidates with better skills.In this episode, I share the mistakes people make when answering this, how to get it right, and five answer examples and templates you can use.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

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Feeling stuck in your job or unsure how to pivot careers? In this episode, career strategist Stephen Short shares 20+ years of experience helping people find fulfilling work—and ace interviews along the way. Whether you're job hunting, considering a career change, or aiming for a promotion, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable strategies.You’ll learn:Why 50% of people feel professionally stuck—and how to change thatThe 2 key qualities every interviewer is really looking forWhy long interview processes may signal red flags about a companyHow to identify your true transferable skills (especially if you're pivoting industries)What separates the 99% of frustrated job seekers from the top 1% who land great rolesHow to use assessments to clarify your next move (without relying on buzzword tests)A free tool that gives you a short list of careers you'll actually enjoyPlus, download Stephen’s free ebook “Your Next Career” for tools, interview tips, and clarity on what’s next.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

What attitude should you have for your interview? Confident? Nervous? Humble? Smart?In this listener Q&A, we cover the difference between feeling and attitude and how to have the right mindset for your interview.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Be the Unicorn Book: https://a.co/d/e2h15zLBe the Unicorn Website: https://www.vanderbloemen.com/be-the-unicornVanderbloemen Staffing:https://www.vanderbloemen.comWilliam Vanderbloemen, CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group, has conducted over 30,000 interviews and joins us to share how you can stand out as a candidate. Drawing from his extensive experience, William offers practical tips on:Answering "Tell me about yourself" to impress any interviewer.Writing cover letters and resumes that catch attention.Navigating salary conversations with confidence.Aligning your strengths with the right job opportunities.William also introduces insights from his book, Be the Unicorn: 12 Data-Driven Habits That Separate the Best Leaders from the Rest, teaching habits to help you shine in your career and interviews.Whether you're starting out or aiming for the C-suite, this episode will help you take control of your job search. Don’t quit on Monday—your dream job is out there!

Interview question "Tell us about a time you received negative feedback" has hidden depths.It's not just about weaknesses: It reveals how you react to criticism, assess your skills, and approach improvement.Good answers: Acknowledge weakness, explain how you learned from it, and showcase growth.Bad answers: Blame others, make excuses, dwell on the past mistake.Tip: If you've never received major negative feedback, discuss seeking feedback for improvement.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Introduction to Positivity: This year’s focus is on how positivity can transform your personal growth, job search, interviews, and overall career trajectory.Defining Positivity: It’s not just happiness—it’s choosing hope, proactivity, and a solution-focused mindset despite challenges.Benefits in Career Growth:Positivity boosts resilience in a fast-changing work world.It enhances networking, opportunity recognition, and professional development.Job Search Mindset:Reframe rejection as a step closer to the right fit, not a failure.Treat every interview as a chance to refine skills and build confidence.Celebrate small wins (e.g., second-round interviews, resume praise) to stay motivated.Set realistic goals: break the job search into manageable milestones (e.g., 5 applications/day, 1 meaningful conversation/week).Positivity in Interviews:Show confidence (not arrogance) with a can-do attitude and positive language (e.g., “I haven’t done that yet, but here’s how I’d approach it”).Genuine enthusiasm—let employers see your excitement for the role through tone, eye contact, and energy.On the Job:Maintain positivity by seeking solutions, encouraging colleagues, and investing in your growth (e.g., courses, reading, conferences).Small acts of support (e.g., offering help, kind words) build a collaborative environment.Tips to Foster Positivity:Gratitude Journaling: Reflect daily on professional things you’re thankful for.Mindful Habits: Prioritize sleep, exercise, and short breaks to recharge.Positive Network: Surround yourself with uplifting, like-minded professionals.Visualize Success: Picture thriving in interviews or roles to boost focus and confidence.Closing Thoughts: Positivity isn’t a guarantee, but it significantly increases resilience, interview success, and career growth—let’s embrace it together!Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

A single, career-defining question: “Can I create disproportionate value here - and will the organization reward it in the ways that matter to me?”Matthew shares the #1 question you must ask yourself before committing to a new job.Learn how to align your personal value creation with what a company truly rewards.Understand the difference between big bureaucratic vs. small fast-growing companies for your career path.Discover how to rank your priorities: time, money, autonomy, and more.Get practical interview questions to uncover whether a job fits your long-term goals.Explore how to assess if a role offers real growth or just a paycheck.Key Question: Can I create disproportionate value here - and will they reward it in ways that matter to me?Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Apply at: moveupcareers.com/coaching Limited spots. Matthew personally reviews every application.What Really Happens After the InterviewFinal decisions are made in a closed-door meeting most candidates never see.Story: Two equal candidates—one played it safe, one challenged a market assumption. The bold one got the $180K offer.Perfect answers don’t win offers. Problem-solvers do.The 3 Tables You Must WinRecruiter:They scan fast—resume must scream “perfect fit” in seconds.CEO/Owner:They care about business value—solve their urgent problem.VP Panel:They eliminate risk—one misstep and you’re out.Knowing vs. WinningMost candidates know the rules. Few have the tools to win.You need insider strategy, real training, and expert guidance.The Unfair Advantage ProgramFor serious professionals ready to win high-stakes roles1-on-1 coaching (no group calls)Resume & LinkedIn rebuilt by a former talent VPNDA-protected scripts for 30%+ salary boostsHidden job market access & interview dominationUnlimited support + onboarding strategy

Speaking confidence coach Linda Ugelow joins the Move Up Podcast to explore how job seekers can overcome interview nerves, build authentic presence, and communicate with clarity and confidence—especially in high-stakes, video-based environments.Connect with Linda:lindaugelow.com/ritualsDelightinthelimelight.comKey Takeaways:Nerves are natural and can enhance performance if properly managed—adrenaline can sharpen your focus.Speaking anxiety often stems from past experiences; resolving these can reduce present-day fear.Mental rehearsal of positive outcomes and emotional states is crucial to showing up grounded and confident.Practical tips like vocal warmups, camera framing, and lighting help boost virtual interview presence.Mistakes are humanizing—own them with composure and use them to reconnect with your audience.Differentiating yourself comes from authentic self-expression, curiosity, and building rapport with interviewers.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Use code "moveup" for one free month at Callings.ai Garrett Rice, co-founder and CEO of Callings.ai, shares how his team is revolutionizing the job search process with AI-powered tools designed to help job seekers navigate an increasingly complex and competitive market.Key Takeaways:Garrett and his co-founder built Callings.ai out of personal frustration with the outdated job search process, aiming to provide an all-in-one platform for job seekers.Today’s job market is more competitive due to remote work, global talent pools, and automated ATS systems that often reject resumes before a human sees them.Callings.ai offers tools for resume customization, interview prep, networking outreach, and a central job tracking system—saving users time and reducing overwhelm.The platform uses AI to semantically match job seekers to relevant roles and suggests improvements to increase their chances of success.Job seekers often fail by not maintaining a full “funnel”—Garrett emphasizes the importance of volume and consistency in applications and outreach.Callings.ai also includes a feature to help users discover their ideal job path, encouraging reflection and self-discovery through AI-assisted prompts.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

You nailed the interview. They smiled. Then… silence. Here’s why.Summary:Most candidates never pitch themselves—they only answer questions.Hiring managers aren’t mind-readers. Your job is to connect the dots.Show up as the solution to their problems or opportunities.Learn the pitch that landed roles at Microsoft, Apple, and more.Two levers that close interviews: positioning + pitch.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Feras Ahlou shares the five most important strategies Gen Z job seekers and early-career professionals can use to gain career traction, while also revealing how getting laid off led him to a life-changing entrepreneurial journey.Key TakeawaysOver 50% of Gen Z graduates are underemployed a year after graduation—Feras outlines practical steps to overcome this, including leveraging AI, acquiring certifications, and reframing work-life balance.Being laid off can become a pivot point; Feras explains how rejection in 2003 led him to co-found multiple successful startups, eventually selling one for eight figures.Build your network early and often—it’s one of your most powerful, underutilized career assets.Work-life balance is not one-size-fits-all; identify what season of life you’re in and work accordingly, especially when you have time and energy to invest.Resilience, continuous skill-building, and giving back are essential long-term career strategies.Connect with Feras here:https://www.startupwithferas.com/Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Most interview questions are easy to prepare for — but this one trips up even seasoned executives, VPs, and top salespeople. In this episode, Matthew reveals the deceptively simple interview question designed to uncover dangerous red flags — and how you can ace it to stand out in today's ultra-competitive job market.You’ll learn:The exact question top recruiters use to test your humility and self-awarenessWhy failure to answer this one question signals major red flags to hiring managersHow to craft a smart, professional answer that shows you're coachable and growth-mindedWhy even highly successful candidates freeze — and how you can avoid itReal-world examples of good vs bad answers that either win offers or ruin interviewsHow mastering this one response can immediately boost your chances of landing high-level rolesBig opportunities are rare — don't lose yours over an answer you can prepare today.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Connect with Lorraine:unforgettablepresencebook.comlinkedin.com/in/lorrainekleeLorraine K. Lee, LinkedIn Top Voice & author of Unforgettable Presence (Apr 22 2025) Big Idea – Hard work gets you noticed inside your cubicle; presence gets you noticed outside it.3 Arenas to MasterExecutive Poise – How you show up in rooms.Digital Footprint – LinkedIn posts ≈ once / month to start.Micro‑Interactions – Slack, meetings, quick intros.Quick WinsCraft a one‑line A‑U‑P‑I (unique intro).Use T‑E‑A on video: tech, energy, aesthetics.Reframe results in dollars saved or earned—not hours worked.Frameworks Mentioned – EPIC Career Brand (Experiences • Personality • Identity • Community).Introvert Edge – Lean on writing, chat summaries, one‑on‑ones; when you speak, people listen.Action Steps – Polish your LinkedIn headline, test your A‑U‑P‑I tomorrow, fix one TEA item before your next call.Sterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/

Dr. Sharon Hull: Founder of Meta Solutions and author of Professional Careers by Design, Dr. Hull brings 35 years of experience as a physician and coach to help over 450 clients pivot careers.Beating Self-Doubt: She shares her "hip pocket questions," starting with "What matters most to you?" to guide listeners through career uncertainty.Five-Step Framework: Identify what matters to you, your stakeholders, and your organization, then align and act—practical steps for any transition.Life Stage Insights: Early careers focus on skills, mid-careers on balance, and later ones on caretaking; most prioritize personal (70%) over professional goals.Staying Adaptable: With long-term jobs rare, she advises building a priority “touchstone” to navigate today’s flexible career landscape.When to Shift: Use the "Stay-Go Grid" (Stay/Go vs. Survive/Thrive) and "Four Es" (Education, Experience, Exposure, Enthusiasm) to spot the right time to move.Cover Letter Tips: Keep it short, narrative-driven, and tied to the company’s needs—e.g., link a caregiving gap to relevant skills.Real Stories: A leader tweaked her life for her kids, and a retiree chased a Hollywood dream—proof her tools work.Core Message: Life is one—design it intentionally. Connect at www.metasolutions.comSterile Processing Jobs and Free Career Resources: https://www.sterilejobs.com/Surgical Technician Jobs and Job Search Tools https://www.scrubtechjobs.com/