In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Jeffrey Miller shares the #1 REASON WHY people get HIRED! You'll hear about how your emotional intelligence plays a huge role in the recruiting and interview process.

Don't miss Scott's pro tips on infusing energy into interviews, enhancing emotional intelligence, and fostering meaningful conversations to boost your career prospects.

Best Moments:

(01:22) People that get hired are ENGAGING personally

(01:49) "I gotta bring my all because I I know some people that are much more talented than I am, certainly more well educated, but they have a really energy draining personality"

(02:40) The Barbecue Factor — what you're like as a guest at a party

(04:35) Know when to match the energy of your interviewer

(05:24) Get comfortable with being uncomfortable

Enjoyed this episode? Check out Scott's latest book, Career on Course: 10 Strategies to Take Your Career from Accidental to Intentional.

In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Jeffrey Miller reveals the top 5 reasons WHY people get hired. From task completion to teamwork, learn the key factors that will make or break your career. You'll hear valuable tips about common pitfalls to avoid and what behavior to emulate that will accelerate your career.

Best Moments:

(01:48) They're engaging (BBQ Factor)

(02:20) They focus on what they can do for the organization

(03:00) They have an established track record

(03:26) They don't hide their gaps

(03:50) They have grit and determination

Enjoyed this episode? Check out Scott's latest book, Career on Course: 10 Strategies to Take Your Career from Accidental to Intentional.

In this episode of Career on Course, host Scott Jeffrey Miller reveals how a victim mentality at work hinders your professional growth and team collaboration. You'll hear how taking ownership of your actions and decisions is crucial for success and how shifting your mindset can lead to a more fulfilling career.

Best Moments:

(01:02) Having a victim mentality and martyr complex makes people think others are out to get them and it's always someone else's fault

(02:52) Scott admits he sometimes falls into this mindset as an entrepreneur when feeling let down, though tries to avoid it

(04:10) Leaders want to hear you say, 'I dropped the ball and phoned it in, and I know why. And I'm very clear that I own it, and I'll never do it again, and I apologize to each other.'

(04:23) Not taking responsibility becomes toxic to a team culture over time

Enjoyed this episode? Check out Scott's latest book, Career on Course: 10 Strategies to Take Your Career from Accidental to Intentional.