Join me this week as I interview Mac Pritchard, founder and CEO of Mac’s List, author, and host of the top-ranked career advice podcast Find Your Dream Job.

Mac shares insights from his decades of experience in the job board industry, revealing the truth behind how job boards really work and why you shouldn’t rely on them alone to land your next job.

Discover the power of networking, referrals, and understanding employers’ pain points to stand out in today’s competitive job market. Learn practical strategies to navigate both the visible and hidden job markets and how treating your job search like a research project can dramatically increase your chances of success.

If you want actionable career advice on mastering job boards, building authentic connections, and accessing unadvertised job opportunities, this episode is a must-listen.

Connect with Mac:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/macprichard/ Website: macslist.org Podcast: macslist.org/podcasts

In this episode, career and diversity advisor Javier Vinsome joins us to unpack the real impact of AI on your job search.

With over a decade of experience supporting accountants and internationally educated professionals, Javier dives deep into how Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) use AI to screen resumes and why you need to leverage AI tools like ChatGPT smartly to beat the bots.

Discover how to use AI without losing your authentic voice, avoid common pitfalls like AI-generated errors or over-embellishment, and safeguard your personal info while crafting resumes, cover letters, and LinkedIn content.

Plus, get expert advice on using AI to prepare for interviews with tailored questions and answers that actually work.

If you’re confused about whether AI is friend or foe in today’s job market, this episode breaks down what you need to know to stay competitive and land your dream job.

Connect with Javier:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jvinsome/

CRIEC: https://criec.ca/

Connect with Steph:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephgillies/

It’s no secret that job hunting is a full-time job in itself, but for immigrants, it often feels like an uphill battle.

This week on the Destination Dream Job Podcast, I spoke with Mher Mardoyan, Career Coach about the challenges immigrants face in the job market.

One of the biggest hurdles? The constant demand for “Canadian experience,” and the tendency to undervalue international experience.

In this episode, we talked about:

🔑 The importance of recognizing the value of global experience and how employers can do better in supporting immigrants.

💼 Practical tips for job seekers, including the seven steps to job search success and how to stay positive during the process.

🌐 Leveraging LinkedIn and networking to build authentic relationships and increase your chances of landing your dream job.

If you're struggling to navigate the job search, especially with the added pressure of being an immigrant, this episode is for you!

Tune in now to hear more about Mher’s advice and insights.

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