Podcast
Job Search Stories by Indeed
Welcome to Job Search Stories by Indeed, your one stop shop for job-seeker advice. Listen along as our host, Priya, and Jenn, our seasoned career coach extraordinaire, unpack the hardest parts of the job search and answer out loud the questions everyone is secretly asking.
- How To chart
- #86
- Episodes
- 63
- Releases
- Every two weeks
- Typical length
- 14 min
- On air since
- 2023
- Latest episode
- 4 days ago
Episodes
63 episodes, newest first
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15 min
Why the Job Search Feels Harder Than Ever Right Now
Show notes
Sending application after application and hearing nothing back is one of the most frustrating parts of the job search. Career coach Jenn Herrity and host Priya Rathod talk through what might be happening behind the scenes, from how many people are applying to how AI and applicant tracking systems fit in. If your inbox has been a little too quiet lately, this episode is for you.
0:00 - Why today's job search feels so frustrating
0:42 - The biggest challenges job seekers face right now
2:32 - When you're not hearing back
2:56 - Building a diversified job search strategy
3:41 - Why some job seekers don't trust AI in hiring
4:56 - How to use AI in your job search
5:58 - Pros and cons of AI in the hiring process
7:15 - How to spot a job scam
8:47 - How to research a job offer before you respond
9:24 - Red flags in how recruiters contact you
11:04 - What to do after 100 applications with no response
12:07 - Resume formatting and ATS issues to check
12:53 - What compassionate rejection means
13:54 - Treating rejection as data and asking for feedback
14:32 - What's next on Job Search Stories
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13 min
What Are The Next Steps After You Land an Internship?
Show notes
Landing an internship is one thing; figuring out which internships to pursue once you are in the seat is another. In this episode of Job Search Stories, host Priya Rathod brings back UT Austin career coach Maddie Herring to break down boundaries, the questions worth asking before you say yes, and what a return offer actually depends on.
0:00 - Landing the internship is not the finish line
1:15 - Tips for setting healthy boundries
2:39 - Questions to ask before you accept an internship
4:12 - Asking for work that teaches you
5:24 - Why the people matter more than the tasks
6:05 - Networking opportunities interns miss
7:47 - What a return offer depends on
8:45 - Mistakes that quietly cost the offer
10:17 - How direct to be about a full-time role
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11 min
The Best Way To Use AI In Your Job Search
Show notes
An AI job search sounds simple until you open the tool and realize nobody agrees on what to do with it. Career coach Erin Ahart of Job Search Academy and host Priya Rathod sit down with career consultant Jerry Lee, co-founder of Wonsulting, to find out how people are actually using it to land an interview. If your job search has stalled at the apply button, this is the conversation worth hearing before the next round goes out.
0:00 - Welcome back to Job Search Stories
0:18 - How do you use AI to land an interview
2:41 - Where job seekers hurt themselves
4:34 - Does learning AI now help later
6:21 - A 30-day reset
9:06 - The job search is changing
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16 min
Not Landing Interviews? Here’s Why (Resume Tips)
Show notes
Applying everywhere and hearing nothing back is the norm right now, not a sign that you are doing something wrong. Career coach Erin Ahart of Job Search Academy and host Priya Rathod sit down with career consultant Jerry Lee (co-founder of Wonsulting) to unpack what recruiters actually see in those first few seconds, and his resume tips come from experiments he ran on the hiring process itself. If your job search has gone quiet, this is a good reset.
0:00 - Why interviews are so hard to land right now
1:22 - Why quality beats quantity in your job search
2:24 - How recruiters use AI to screen resumes
4:21 - The fake resume experiment that got 35 interviews
5:55 - The two layers of resume review
8:57 - Don't be the one who says no to yourself
11:25 - What eye tracking revealed about resume scans
13:41 - Could recruiters give honest feedback
15:38 - Why the old job search playbook is broken
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13 min
The Most Important Skills To Future Proof Your Career In The AI Era
Show notes
Wondering how to future-proof your career when everything feels like it's changing at once? Donna Bongard, Director of accessibility from Indeed, joins Priya on Job Search Stories to explain why human skills are in higher demand than ever, how to upskill without the overwhelm, and why your job search doesn't require checking every box.
0:00 - Welcome back, Donna Bongard
0:28 - Why human skills are in higher demand
2:04 - Feeling overwhelmed by upskilling
3:52 - Job descriptions are a wish list, not a checklist
7:08 - Neurodiversity as a source of strengths
8:38 - Translating your skills into a new industry
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15 min
How to Make Your Resume Skills Stand Out
Show notes
The job search can become daunting when every posting looks like a checklist you have to ace. Host Priya Rathod sits down with Donna Bungard, Director of accessibility at Indeed, on what resume skills actually count, and why the ones you already have may be doing more work than you think.
0:00 - Welcome, Donna Bungard
0:48 - What a resume skill actually is
1:18 - Why a skills shortage and not enough jobs can both feel true
3:12 - What skills are employers actually looking for?
5:37 - Why listing your skills at the bottom of your resume isn’t enough
8:26 - Transferable skills from work you already did
11:39 - Lived experience is not a resume gap
13:04 - A 10-minute way to talk about your skills
14:22 - What comes next
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14 min
Do Internships Still Matter? Here's What Actually Counts
Show notes
An internship isn't the only way to look hireable; Priya Rathod and UT Austin career coach Maddy Herring are here to prove it. They walk through project work, portfolios, volunteer roles, and part-time jobs that still read strong on a resume.
0:00 - Do students still need an internship?
2:06 - Career is a lattice, not a ladder
5:04 - Street interview real student paths
5:43 - Alternative experience that counts
8:48 - Skills from part-time and campus jobs
10:41 - Resume language for non-traditional work
13:09 - Key takeaways and next episode
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10 min
How to Get an Internship That Turns Into a Job
Show notes
Figuring out how to get an internship is one thing; knowing which one is actually worth your time is another. In this episode of Job Search Stories, host Priya Rathod sits down with UT Austin career coach Maddie Herring to break down unpaid vs. paid roles and what to weigh before you accept.
0:00 - Should unpaid internships still exist?
1:10 - What is an internship?
2:41 - The reality of juggling school, work, and an internship
3:07 - When finances decide who can say yes
4:51 - What to weigh before accepting an internship
6:14 - Remote vs. hybrid vs. in-person
7:26 - The biggest thing to investigate: return offer percentage
8:21 - What a return offer percentage really means
9:05 - How to find a company's return offer rate
9:55 - Wrap-up and where to listen
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13 min
How to Network: Ranking Every Move by Effectiveness
Show notes
Not all networking advice is created equal, so we ranked the moves from worst to best. Career coach Jenn Herrity and host Priya Rathod break down what actually builds real connections on this episode of Job Search Stories.
0:00 Ranking networking tactics: the street test
0:51 Intentional networking: quality over quantity
2:41 Why in-person and activity-based events are back
4:56 Personalization vs. generic outreach
6:59 What does modern-day networking really look like?
9:43 Where you can expect to find the most networking opportunities
12:20 Key takeaways to remember
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21 min
Salary Negotiation Tips: EVERYTHING You Need to Know
Show notes
Salary negotiation doesn't have to be intimidating. Learn how to research your market value, negotiate a higher salary, and confidently advocate for the compensation you deserve during your job search.
Original air date: October 1, 2024.
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0:00 - Intro
0:18 - Viewer question
1:48 - How do you know if you should negotiate salary?
2:43 - What’s at stake if you don’t negotiate salary?
3:39 - How to figure out your market value
7:02 - How much it costs to be you
8:27 - Mock salary negotiation
10:29 - Ways Gina could improve her skills
11:44 - Do career coaches get nervous about negotiating salary?
13:21 - How does a typical salary negotiation work?
14:08 - What can you use as leverage?
15:45 - How many rounds of negotiation should you go through?
16:37 - When do you walk away or keep pushing?
17:48 - Salary negotiation from a recruiter's perspective
19:27 - Best practices for salary negotiation
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15 min
Why Networking Feels Broken (And Networking Tips That Actually Work)
Show notes
Networking can feel exhausting these days, so career coach Jenn Herrity and host Priya Rathod sit down to figure out what actually works now. They break down the networking tips worth your time, the outdated habits to drop, and how to know your efforts are paying off.
0:00 - Why networking feels broken
0:26 - Reddit rant that says it all
1:27 - Networking tactics that don't work anymore
4:12 - What makes a hiring manager respond
6:26 - Are job seekers leading with AI instead of authenticity
7:35 - Non-traditional networking that actually works
8:58 - When networking becomes transactional
10:43 - Networking is a long game
11:40 - Signs your networking is working even when it feels invisible
14:35 - Coming up in part two
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12 min
Career Change at Any Age? The Transferable Skills That Land the Job
Show notes
In this episode, Jenn and Priya walk through how to audit your transferable skills and translate them into the language employers actually respond to. Whether you're Gen Z or decades into your career, it’s practical advice every job-seeker can use. Subscribe for more episodes of Job Search Stories!
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15 min
Age Bias in the Workplace: The Resume & Interview Tips Indeed Recommends
Show notes
Indeed career coach Jenn Herrity shares the resume, cover letter, and interview shifts that make your experience work for you. Plus, we hear some inspiring stories from real job seekers on the streets of New York, including a woman named Michelle who pivoted from teaching to fitness and wellness at 40. 00:00 - Welcome to Job Search Stories — A New Season 00:53 - Introducing Co-Host Priya Rathod 01:13 - Age Bias in the Hiring Process 01:40 - Meet Michelle: A Career Pivot at 40 02:35 - The Most Common Fears About Age Bias 03:32 - Resume Tips to Prevent Age Bias 04:39 - What to Do When You Feel Too Old at Work 06:19 - Cover Letter Phrases That Date You 07:00 - Lead With Impact, Not a Timeline 08:08 - Advice for the "Rookie" in the Room 09:12 - Reverse Mentorship: Knowledge Flows Both Ways 09:51 - Michelle's Career Pivot: Teacher to Personal Trainer 10:58 - Practical Career vs. Passion Career 11:56 - Encore Careers: Passion Plus a Paycheck 13:42 - Coming in Part Two: Michelle's Career Pivot
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14 min
Rejection in the Job Search: What to Do When You Don't Get the Offer
Show notes
Rejection is natural when it comes to the job search. Whether employers are passing on you or you're declining an offer, Jenn and Gina have the tips you need to bounce back from setbacks so you can ultimately land the job you deserve. 0:00 - Intro 0:23 - Viewer question 1:46 - How to handle rejection 3:11 - Jenn’s experience coaching someone through job rejection 4:32 - Red flags from job offers 7:46 - Declining a job offer without burning bridges 9:16 - Best way to decline a job offer 10:43 - What to avoid when declining a job offer 12:18 - Final advice
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15 min
How To Build a Resume From Scratch
Show notes
Learn how to build a standout resume! Jenn and Gina are here to break down the process — everything from how to format, what sections to include, and much more!
0:00 - Intro 0:35 - Best advice for resume writing 3:59 - Keep your resume concise 5:35 - Common mistakes with resumes 6:43 - Resume formats 8:58 - Most important sections 12:54 - Recap!
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19 min
How to Talk About Yourself in Interviews: Everything You Need to Know
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From mastering your elevator pitch to handling curveball questions with confidence, Jenn and Gina and here to share the BEST tips to ace your next job interview. Subscribe for more interview tips! 0:00 - Intro 0:48 - Viewer question 3:00 - What to share about yourself during the interview & resume phase 3:58 - Gina’s experience with an elevator pitch 5:25 - How to talk about yourself when you don’t have experience 6:33 - How to talk about industry experience when switching industries 7:18 - How to adjust your elevator pitch based on who you’re talking to 8:25 - What interview questions does Jenn prefer? 9:16 - What interview questions does Gina prefer? 10:06 - BEST advice for answering the “Tell me about yourself” interview question 11:00 - Common interview questions that gauge your alignment 15:03 - “Tell me about a time you failed” interview question 16:34 - Recap on how to talk about yourself effectively
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18 min
Career Coach Tips on How to Avoid Job Posting Red Flags, Job Scams & More
Show notes
Here’s your crash course to enter the corporate world - from job posting red flags to protecting yourself when overemployed! Gina and Jenn share personal experiences and helpful advice to help you navigate more of the intricacies of the job market in this episode of Job Search Stories. Follow our channel for more job search tips!
0:00 - Intro 0:58 - Personality hires: Good or bad? 1:42 - Hiring for a “culture fit” 4:55 - Job search scams 8:00 - How to spot and protect yourself from a job scam 10:24 - How to report scam jobs on Indeed 11:32 - Pros and cons of being “over-employed” 16:34 - Tips for protecting yourself in your job search
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19 min
Bonus Episode: The Best (and WORST) Career Advice We’ve Seen on Social Media
Show notes
Navigating through online career advice can be wild! Join us as we react to the good, the bad, and the hilarious (hello, Reddit!) advice out there. We'll also get into big stuff like choosing your career path after school and whether "succeeding in silence" feels successful as it seems. Subscribe for more insights you can actually use! 0:00 - Intro 0:32 - Reacting to bad career advice we found online 5:55 - Should I date my coworker? 8:33 - Reacting to good career advice we found online 11:20 - How do you choose a career for yourself rather than your parents? 15:01 - How to go about choosing a career path after school? 16:23 - What is succeeding in silence? 17:59 - Reacting to a funny Reddit post
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13 min
Bonus Episode: Career Expert's Survival Guide for Starting a New Job 📓 👀
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Get expert advice from an HR rep and career coach on everything from acing your first day and thriving as a remote worker to navigating social events and learning from real-world experiences. Subscribe now for more career tips and insights! 0:00 - Intro 0:20 - Tips for starting your first day 1:58 - Special tips for remote workers 4:20 - Genna’s first ‘big girl’ job 8:07 - Reacting to Reddit post 10:23 - Advice for non-partiers at social events
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17 min
Bonus Episode: How to Make a Great First Impression During Your Job Search 💪
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Your social media IS your new first impression 🌐 Discover crucial social media etiquette tips from HR pro Dr. Genna Rimer and career coach Jenn as they guide Gina through the do's and don'ts of online professionalism during your job search. Learn how to keep your personal and professional lives separate and make a positive digital impact. Subscribe for more job-seeking strategies! 0:00 Intro 1:13 Professionalism defined 3:27 Social media etiquette 5:01 Separation between work and personal life on social media 6:50 Posting political beliefs on social media 10:11 Should you make your personal social media private? 12:15 Self-introduction during the job search process 14:32 Self-introduction for an email 15:35 Viewer question
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