Episodes

  • Quitting Smarter: Lessons from a Bold Career Pivot

    Quitting Smarter: Lessons from a Bold Career Pivot
    Jun 4 2025
    Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0 In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman is joined by product marketer Hannah Zhang to share strategies for successfully making career pivots — even in an uncertain job market. After landing her dream job in investment banking, it took just one month for Hannah to realize it wasn’t the right fit. In early 2020, Hannah quit with no backup plan. In this episode, Hannah opens up about the mistakes she made along the way and the strategies that helped her land a role in a new industry. She also offers actionable advice for anyone trying to change industries or roles during an economic downturn. Key Topics: Why quitting without a plan can backfire Strategies for reframing employment gaps in interviews The power of specificity in your job search How to craft a mission statement for your job search Tips for navigating the job market during an economic downturn Links & Resources: Follow Hannah Zhang on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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    24 mins
  • Inside the Job Market with LinkedIn's Top Economist

    Inside the Job Market with LinkedIn's Top Economist
    May 29 2025
    Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0 On this bonus episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman and LinkedIn’s Chief Economist Karin Kimbrough unpack the latest data on the job market. Karin shares insights on hiring trends across industries and geographies and explains why the labor market looks strong on the surface but feels shaky for many job seekers. She also shares tips for recent grads entering the workforce. Key Topics: Why the unemployment rate doesn't tell the full story Which industries are hiring and which are slowing down The rise of AI literacy and why it's now a top skill among employers How jobs are transforming (not disappearing!) due to AI What new graduates need to know about entering today's job market Links & Resources: Follow Karin Kimbrough on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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    22 mins
  • Why You Should Hire Your Next Job and How to Do It

    Why You Should Hire Your Next Job and How to Do It
    May 28 2025
    Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0 In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman is joined by Michael Horn and Bob Moesta, co-authors of "Job Moves: 9 Steps for Making Progress in Your Career", to explore how job seekers can take a more intentional approach to finding the right role. Instead of submitting application after application, Bob and Michael advocate for a process rooted in self-discovery and curiosity, designed to create better, longer-lasting career decisions. Plus, they give tips on how to conduct your own exit interview, how to actually use informational interviews to make progress in your job search and more. Key Topics: How understanding what energizes (or drains) you leads to better career decisions The power of informational interviews and how to ask for them Why job descriptions are negotiable How to take control of interviews by knowing your value Links & Resources: Find free tools and job search templates from Michael and Bob here Follow Michael Horn on LinkedIn here Follow Bob Moesta on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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    23 mins
  • How To Stay Relevant As AI Shakes Up Your Industry

    How To Stay Relevant As AI Shakes Up Your Industry
    May 22 2025
    In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Ryan Patel, Senior Fellow at the Drucker School of Management. Ryan discusses the real-time impact of AI across industries, from law to logistics, and shares actionable advice for remaining relevant as technology transforms the job market. He and Andrew also unpack what it means to upskill and why your job title isn’t your identity. Key Topics: How AI is reshaping every industry Practical ways to assess your job's risk of automation The importance of AI literacy Why upskilling isn't always enough Building a career identity beyond your job title Links & Resources: Follow Ryan Patel on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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    24 mins
  • The Career Growth Toolkit: Make Bold Moves to Unlock Success

    The Career Growth Toolkit: Make Bold Moves to Unlock Success
    May 21 2025
    Jenny Wood, a New York Times bestselling author and former Google executive, joins LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman to explain why embracing discomfort and overcoming fear is the key to career growth. Leveraging the career program she started at Google, Jenny shares tips on everything from exuding confidence in interviews to tactfully promoting your accomplishments so that you can showcase your worth and go after what you want. Key Topics: Overcoming fear during risky career transitions The “Truths and Tales” exercise for overcoming self-doubt Practical strategies for selling yourself in interviews How to build credibility throughout the job search process How to promote your professional accomplishments Links & Resources: Follow Jenny Wood on LinkedIn here Find Jenny’s book ‘Wild Courage: Go After What You Want and Get It’ here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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    26 mins
  • How to Show Off Your Leadership Skills as a Job Applicant

    How to Show Off Your Leadership Skills as a Job Applicant
    May 14 2025
    In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with author and team culture expert Shane Hatton. They discusses what buzzwords like ‘company culture’ and ‘cultural fit’ really mean, and how job-seekers can get a feel for a potential employer’s workplace culture. Shane and Andrew also dig into the qualities that make a great leader, including strategies for showing off your leadership skills as a job applicant. Key Topics: Understanding what company culture really means The value of diverse perspectives in building stronger teams How to identify your personal values and show up authentically Strategies for positioning yourself as a leader in job interviews What questions to ask when evaluating leadership and workplace dynamics Links & Resources: Follow Shane Hatton on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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    24 mins
  • Here's How to Navigate a Government Layoff

    Here's How to Navigate a Government Layoff
    May 12 2025
    In this bonus episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman is joined by career strategist Arianny Mercedes to answer your questions about navigating layoffs in the federal government. They offer tips on revamping your resume for the private sector, finding mission-driven work outside of government and future-proofing your career in the age of AI. Key Topics: Discussing your layoff in a job interview without getting political Reframing your federal experience as a competitive advantage Translating your skills and past job titles for private-sector roles The 3 things every professional should be doing for career longevity Links & Resources: Follow Arianny Mercedes on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here
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    25 mins
  • Unlocking Your Career Potential: Essential Tips for College Students

    Unlocking Your Career Potential: Essential Tips for College Students
    May 8 2025
    In this week’s episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman speaks with Spearmint Coaching's Fran Berrick about how college students can increase their odds of finding work this summer. Fran explains the importance of conducting a self-audit to understand your strengths and interests, utilizing college career services and building a strong network. She also tackles some common questions about applying for jobs while still a student. Follow Andrew on LinkedIn to join the Get Hired community by clicking here. Follow Fran Berrick on LinkedIn by clicking here.
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    24 mins