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As a millennial, I am lucky that some portion of my life I grew up without the impact of social media, rampant consumerism, and the social isolation that is happening now to future generations, impacting Gen Z.
In this episode, I talk about the issues and mindsets to adopt to help Gen Z achieve their goals. Of course, there is massive potential and future for everyone no matter what generation you're in, but understanding why you feel as you do and you do the things you do will greatly help. Self-awareness is always the first step to finding solutions.
As a headhunter, I'm always negotiating from DAY ONE. Too many people forget that the clock starts ticking the moment you engage in the job search process.
Make sure you're able to get ahead of the game by considering some of these negotiation tactics to embrace so you are leading the discussion from the front, not reactively!
If you're asking the question of how to get headhunters to notice you, it means that you don't have headhunters who are actively seeking you out as things stand.
That could most likely be because the highest likelihood that they don't exist or could be disinterested in serving your type of background.
In markets where you have lots of headhunter activity, headhunter requests are so bothersome candidates shut down.
Thus, what I'll teach you is how to get headhunters to notice you if they haven't already.
As you really start analyzing what you'd like to do for your career strategy, it's definitely worth a think to determine the pros and cons of joining either a startup or a large company, and how that may impact your ability to obtain short-term cash (wages) or long term renumeration (business ownership in the form of equity).
Not all equity is created equal especially since there are some firms where that matters, others where that equity will never amount to anything.
Thus, consider all the factors so you make the RIGHT decision for your future!
As usual, I won't sugarcoat my thoughts on people who get into businesses that fail or have put you at significant financial loss. There is a LOT of self-reflecting needed to break through and understand the causes of business failure.
The only way to move forward is to learn from your mistakes and do things differently, not be defensive or offended by reality.
Lastly, there is NOTHING shameful about bankruptcy. I talk about why it can be good for you here.
As someone who grew up as the babysitter's daughter, I always knew my family's lack of knowledge and money when it comes to success in America was a handicap.
I had to break free from my parents' and society's expectations of myself and re-learn the whole system of success on my own to find my salvation.
Many people ask me for a path to success or a direct map. Please listen to this entire podcast to find your road.
All of my mistakes in life stem from this Top 4 of 10 Career Killers: Caring too much about what others think.
Literally, everything that has caused me grief and made me miserable was due to this factor.
The moment I was able to free my mind and my own expectations from what others wanted from me, I was able to embark on a journey of self-fulfillment through wealth accumulation, thus achieving my true destiny of being an entrepreneur, public speaker, and headhunter.
As a headhunter and successful past intern for many Fortune 500s since my highschool and college days, I walk you through EXACTLY what you need to do to get an internship today.
This process is EASIER than ever due to the internet and our abundance social media tools. It just requires the right approach and mindset. This may not going to be fun to listen to because I will highlight a few things wrong with the mainstream approach. Instead, I'll share the RIGHT way to ready yourself for your future career!
As a headhunter, I no doubt, like many others, prefer to work with my candidates (clients less so) exclusively. However, I will not stop my candidates from entertaining new opportunities or speaking with other people.
In today's Daily DANDAN, I go through the reasons why:
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Exclusivity (under the right circumstances) benefits everyone.
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You're entitled to candidate rights and protection.
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You still have power in the recruitment process.
Enjoy!
Growing up and as an adult, everyone tells me how much money I need to sock away for "a rainy day" aka start an emergency fund.
Now, as a business-owner, entrepreneur, and landlord, I'm no longer fooled by traditional "advice" when it comes to money.
Here is my argument for what the emergency fund really is. I also share a few personal stories to illustrate the time I actually had a real emergency!
As I'm in many groups about investing, I was surprised and dismayed at how many people were encouraging others to do something that is not really in accordance with investment strategies that work, specifically on the topic of debt.
The question poised is should you pay off your car debt, why and why not?
My answer is to be smarter about how you allocate capital and utilize debt. Hear my full breakdown of how debt contributed to my wealth building and the misconceptions to avoid when it comes to mainstream 'advice'.
I get requests from graduates constantly who want me to help them get a job after graduation from any type of degree in every country.
Commonly, ex-students want me to suggest them a solution when really, it is yourself whom you need to rely on to provide solutions to YOURSELF.
This podcast is painful to hear, but listen to all of it.
If you're a graduate with no job - you'd better start hustling... FAST
As someone who became financially free by accumulating wealth, establishing a successful career and business by my 30th birthday, I love talking about what success means to me and how to achieve it.
There is nothing more beautiful than to see others who are happy, financially free, and using the rest of their time on earth to dedicate their lives to helping others in their unique way.
I truly believe that if we all were financially wealthy, the world would be such a beautiful and exciting place to live! Thus, here are 5 steps to achieving success.
Hint: It's a lot simpler than you think!
As a minute by minute user of LinkedIn per day, I see all the attitudes, behaviors, and expectations about LinkedIn as a platform that many people don't understand.
I'll break down exactly what Linkedin is made to do and what how to best utilize it!
Don't be a victim of the system, become a master at it. -Dandan
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As someone who has been investing since I was 19 starting with a certificate of deposit account, I started trusting the financial system of being able to generate return simply based on the principles of interest as well as potential to see appreciation if you pick the right investment to invest in.
Here are 3 major steps to get your start in investing. I share a lot of resources you definitely should check out. More importantly, it's time to take the plunge. Start allocating your funds to investing instead of leisure!
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Recently, a gamechanger asked me this:
"Do you believe in switching industries completely without the background mid career? If you know you can do a role that you've never done before given basic training, what is the best way to communicate this to a hiring manager?"
My answer is that you have more to gain and can do this easier than you think!
Listen to this full episode for a breakdown of why career changes are not so hard after all!
As a candidate, you probably want to be as forthcoming as possible.
One of my gamechangers sent me this note:
How do you suggest I present myself on my resume to gracefully address the time I chose to take off? I feel it's misleading to send out resumes saying that I'm still currently employed at my former company, even though many people take that approach.
What tactics can I use to clearly show recruiters that there's nothing wrong with me and I'm not desperate?
This episode will walk you through what you NEED to say, what you DON'T NEED to say, and the gray area in between. Enjoy!
Bill Beteet is one of the most charismatic, articulate, and powerful communicators I have had the pleasure of introducing on the Daily DANDAN.
Bill shares advice on how to conquer a room, any social situation, and all networking events for all personality types. His practical suggestions will inspire, spark, and create motivation in you to achieve things you may not even know you're capable of.
Listen to the WHOLE podcast since every word is worth its weight in gold!
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It's good to be cheap and frugal, but not always
When it comes to careers, many people spend more as they start earning more. They get deeply sucked into the rat race, which leads to subpar life and career decisions.
What is sad and ironic is that people are willing to shell out as much money as they need to for consumer goods, instead of spending smartly on self-development, environmental betterment, and learning the skills you need to continue developing.
Financial success is deeply intertwined with career success, as with all aspects of our lives. Thus, the Daily DANDAN reminds us all to consider what we're spending money on and whether it's worth it or not.
We are who we are largely because of the environment we've been exposed to throughout our lives.
As much as proponents of individualism and autonomy like to promote how humans can conquer their environment, reality does NOT reflect that sentiment.
This #2 of 10 career killers will contribute to negative feelings, emotions, and actions that may hurt your career prospects. Be very diligent about what you do in this regard!
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Everyone has experienced analysis paralysis - you think too much and do too little.
This is a major career killer because it stops you from thinking the right thoughts and doing what you must to obtain a great job offer.
I share personal stories and metaphors to hammer this point in. What we need to be doing instead of thinking is getting out to market. Whether that's your background, your business, or your consulting capabilities, people need to know you, to hear from you, and know that you exist.
Therefore, DOING is the best thing you can do today to jumpstart your career and business.
Sign-up to Dandanglobal.com on what to DO to get the career and life you envision!
This has happened to all of us.
We got an interview or job offer, and then for whatever personal or professional reasons holding us back, we decided to pull out. Usually as a great headhunter, I was nevertheless able to convince my candidates not to say no to themselves, but in the rare cases it happened, I was able to help my candidates get back into the process.
Here is how you do it. It's not hard but it's not easy...
I hate saying what I say in this podcast article. But it's the truth. It's also based on the real world. What I saw as a female professional motivated me to quickly leave the corporate world as soon as possible to start my own business so that I wouldn't have to put up with people, systems, and attitudes that would stymie my growth, achievements, and success.
This is definitely not what you want to hear. Undoubtedly jarring and controversial, I hope you'll hear my message through this podcast that may perhaps change your path forward for the better. We can all make the world a better place, but the first step is realizing how to make theory a reality.
As many of you may have heard, Google recently fired James Damore, the author of a 10-page manifesto criticizing Google (and the wider tech industry's) embracing of diversity initiatives.
Hear Dandan talk about why Damore's thoughts are so misguided and dangerous to those who want to have a successful career in today's terms.
Charlatans like Damore spew dangerous filth that will literally ruin your career as it did to him. Please be careful on how you will champion your views so that you don't suffer from the same fate!
I walk you through the common areas people over-spend on and how this issue of affordability is ruining the world and our lives as we know it.
Don't fall victim to this life-damaging habit of living beyond your means. This is not simply the way to achieve success; this concept is crucial for your survival!
EVERYONE wants to be happy. Yet depression levels globally have never been higher. The real reason why many people can't achieve happiness is because they have not mastered (don't even know about) Dandan's Hierarchy of Needs, a modern twist on Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs. Do you agree?
Should you worry about salary or opportunity when looking for a new job? The answer is not as black and white as you think...
Here's exactly how I accumulated enough assets to retire at 28. What I mean by retiring is not that I'm going to disappear into a perpetual nothingness, but that I no longer have to work for a corporation. This is my story of how I achieved it. I hope you enjoy it!
As a junior headhunter, you're probably just learning the ropes of not only the job, but the environment, the market, and yourself! I talk about the 2 major things you need to watch out for to succeed as a junior headhunter!
This is age-based advice directed specifically for our gamechangers under 35-40 years of age. The career game for people at various stages of their lives are certainly nuanced and different because there is a strict reality of time-bound strategies that must be taken into account. Hear the 4 major aspects that young people MUST MUST MUST watch out for to succeed!
As a headhunter, I see people everyday do things that aren't going to help them successfully find a job. When people embark on job search, they commit these general mistakes. Listen to the full episode to make sure you're not falling victim to any of these mentalities. Stay strong and job search on!
When investigating new opportunities, people immediately hop onto the internet and start researching. In today's podcast, not only does Dandan talk about what 3 avenues are the best ways to research positions and companies, Dandan also shares some key advice on what not to do when it comes to research. Tune in for some great practical advice on what to do (or NOT) when it comes to job search research!
As a headhunter, I've spoken with countless candidates who have all voiced these concerns with me. I compiled a list of the worst things people have said that seriously impacts your attractiveness as a candidate. To a certain extent, these comments are naive. If you're to take it negatively, these comments are irresponsible to yourself and your potential. Beware of these common self-limiting beliefs and behaviors that have been detrimental to success.
Success always stems from a journey of struggle, mishaps, and missteps. No one had it easy. Therefore, your best strategy when unemployed is to adopt a positive mindset, hopeful and excited for your next step! Listen to the episode for encouragement during your period of job search while unemployed!
Everyone up to millennial age believes that in our lifetimes, we have the luxury to experiment with our careers and live freely. That works, but to a certain extent. Now, more than ever, you must quickly and as efficiently, choose a career path, in order to become a top performer in your field. That's how the majority of people experience salary increases and wealth creation. What is your superpower? If you know, find a way to create a business or career out of it!
The most important part of getting a job is obtaining interviews. In order to do that, too many people are gun-shotting their resumes at potential employers and job portal sites. What happens behind the scenes is NOT what you want to hear or see... Be very careful when submitting your resume for all of these reasons!
A big lightbulb moment dawned on me when reading MJ DeMarco's book, Millionaire Fastlane. This concept of Consumer V Producer that I wrote about on LinkedIn is a deep topic that drastically shifts the way I look at my day and what I did as an activity. If we, as a society, can all shift towards more producer-based thinking and behavior, there is no doubt we'd all be richer, wealthier, more successful, and happier.
As people constantly shove their resumes into peoples' online faces before even knowing who they are, I provide a sincere warning against doing so. Not only does submitting your resume everywhere decrease your desirability as a candidate, it also highlights a certain degree of naivete. We need to evolve with the times and understand the DANDAN Method to job search so that you're not wasting your time looking stupid in the job search process!
For more senior candidates who have worked for at least 2-3 years Full-time, here are some great ideas on how to get started with procuring interviews and job leads for yourself!
Settling for the wrong job, relationship, financial, and personal situation, while comfortable and easy in the short-term, poses dire consequences from a long-term perspective. Re-consider areas of your life that you're not satisfied with to achieve your dreams for the future!
As tough as my relationship with my dad has been throughout the years due to his gambling (and other)addiction, I wanted to share the positive aspects of how my dad has shaped my development. If you want to hear me cry, listen to this episode - I get pretty choked up!
We all struggle with motivation. It's part of being human. I have a different take on why we're always having issues with motivation. Here are a few ideas what you can do in your life to sustainably achieve what you want, instead of simply feeling motivated for a fleeting moment!
I thought succeeding in entrepreneurship is the same as what I had to do as a headhunter. The reality is: it's a true wild west and you're noone when you start the journey of entrepreneurship. The world doesn't care who you were in your previous life, all the amazing things you've done. When you become an entrepreneur, it's time to start over. Re-program your brain, your life, how you think, otherwise prepare for a rough ride. I learned so much this first year and I am pumped for what's to come!
As a young headhunter at 23, I had to convince people double to even triple my age to trust in my expertise, capabilities, and potential to deliver. I'm so grateful I learned about downspeak early into my career so that I was able to massively increase my development as a sales leader. Downspeak can change your life and career trajectory so tune into this episode to learn all about it!
This one game-changing life hack put things in perspective for me on what you can do to always guarantee success. I am eager to hear your life and career stories of the results of this life-changing habit!
As part of Daily DANDAN's Mentor Mondays series, Dandan shares personal stories of inspiration from her life and career mentors. In this series, you'll get to hear exactly who has shaped Dandan and has continued to influence Dandan's philosophy, business approach, and life goals. Mentors are invaluable to shape how we view the potential for our future, hopefully this episode will remind you of some mentors in your life to thank or get back in touch with!
Although you can't rely on a mentor to carry you through to life and career success, mentors are nevertheless helpful in our journey. They can be instrumental to provide inspiration, motivation, and perhaps some tidbits of advice to improve your current situation. Here is some practical advice on how to best create genuine, supportive, and meaningful mentor relationships!
As a headhunter, I have the privilege to see peoples' career decisions in real time. Here's why I absolutely abhor this biggest career mistake over other alternatives that will actually help you reach success faster! Scary stuff, spread the word if you know a friend, colleague, or family member who could benefit from hearing this! #dandanglobal
Want a mentor but not having any luck? You joined a mentorship program but you're not getting anything out of it, now what? Basically, you've bought into mentorship programs and what they should deliver. Except they don't. Hear a few tips on what you can do to get out of your rut and find mentors who actually will help you!
We talked about what you need to do at the beginning of your headhunting career when deciding what firm to work for, how about as a more seasoned headhunter? Here are some major factors to consider when making a move! For the gamechangers out there who want to move into your next headhunting role, get in touch with our team today at contact@dandanglobal.com
When you're starting your headhunting/recruitment career, here are some crucial tips that may change the course of your life! I wish I knew these pointers when I started my career! Contact Dandan at Dandan Global for headhunting opportunities to be represented for free to our premium headhunting partners.
William Rader, Founder of WellAttended, a useful tool to sell tickets online for your upcoming event, conference, or show, sits down with Dandan to discuss his entrepreneurial journey from magician to startup founder! We'll discuss: - How to get started as a performer, avoiding becoming a "starving" artist - What ideas can best support your entrepreneurial venture - Career advice for those starting out with nothing! We'll also send a free career guide based off of William's discussion with Dandan soon so subscribe to dandanglobal.com now to receive our free guides!
Ever wondered what a job in headhunting is like? It may be a lot more simpler than you think! Tune in to hear Dandan talk about what headhunters do day-to-day in their job! For more info or to pursue a career in headhunting, sign-up to DandanGlobal.com
I get this question a lot and I figured I'd try my best to answer it briefly. Here is the basic thing to focus on as you graduate. Especially for those who have not worked many jobs, this is the ultimate antidote!
As a headhunter and now entrepreneur, I continue to benefit massively from being a career salesperson. Here I talk about the reasons why society, education, and parents are wrong about sales and why it's honestly one of the best careers around. Don't be afraid to pursue your dreams and achieve the life you want for yourself if you know you don't want a fixed-price job!
If you're curious about how headhunters are paid, you gotta hear this! Dandan breaks down: - Income potential at every level of headhunting - Permanent and contract recruitment models Sign-up to dandanglobal.com for more headhunting and career advice!
What exactly do headhunters do? Why do they exist? No matter if you're interested in headhunting as a career, or working with a headhunter, here is a basic rundown of this awesome business!
Listen to Stoney and Dandan's interview on EVERYTHING Tech careers: - What to do about tech competition from Asia - Advice for freelancers or those looking to become independent consultants - College, education, and the return on investment - Pros and Cons of outsourcing Add Dandan Global on Facebook, LinkedIn, and Twitter to stay updated with all of our events and advice!
Our guest, Stoney deGeyter, CEO, Pole Position Media, breaks down what it takes to get started and succeed in STEM careers specifically Tech. Whether you're interested in programming, SEO optimization, product management, program management, or marketing in any tech-related enterprise(any business really, you'll need to hear this podcast which answers: - How important are technical qualifications? - What skills employers actually want to see from potential candidates? - How can you get ahead in a career in tech? Stay tuned for Part 2 and 3 which talks more about automation and future of tech!
Don't just rely on popular websites like Glassdoor. There's a real caveat to the information provided so CANDIDATE BEWARE! I'll share a few tips to find accurate salary yourself so you can rest assured you're using the right data to negotiate with! Read more on this Podcast here: https://www.linkedin.com/pulse/whats-best-place-find-out-salary-ranges-certain-positions-dandan-zhu
Are you a generator or drainer? Find out what employers are looking for from Lisa Skye Hain, the Co-Founder of Primary NYC, New York's hottest coworking startup! Dandan and Lisa discuss: - The journey from Employee to Employer - Ideas to escape fear holding you back from achieving your full potential - The importance of wellness to success in career and life! Sign-up to dandanglobal.com to download the PDF guide to today's episode!
Need to compile recommendations for your interview? Is your LinkedIn profile in serious need of testimonials?! Listen to Daily Dandan Ep 43 for the EXACT process I used as a top billing headhunter to obtain references to further my career profile! Check out my LinkedIn page to see my references! DOWNLOAD the accompanying guide to this episode by signing up to Dandanglobal.com
Dandan interviews #1 Finance Author on Quora, Cody Shirk, on investment ideas for both beginners and advanced investors. #dandanglobal #codyshirk #investing #stockmarket #finance #realestate #success Tune in to hear Cody and Dandan discuss: - Stock philosophy you can implement NOW - Real Estate - Gold/Silver - New ideas you can invest in right away! This episode will get you started on the road to accelerated wealth accumulation!
4 Crucial To-do's before 2017 hits. Let's rule 2017, not the other way around! Check out LinkedIn article for more: http://bit.ly/2hgXgzW Enjoy and sign-up at Dandanglobal.com for more game-changing life, business, and career advice!
Dear Game Changers, This 2016 election has brought out the worst in all of us. This is my message of what we can do to THRIVE no matter who is president of the US. Macro factors will always be less than desirable, what we can do is control our micro actions and how we live OUR lives. It's more important than EVER to achieve the life and career we envision! <3 Dandan
Hear Meredith and Dandan's discussion on: - Pursuit of freedom through wealth and entrepreneurship - Lifestyle Business in the modern age - Social responses to our abnormal life decisions - Strategies to pursue entrepreneurship To get in touch with Meredith, reach her at: http://www.sveltetraining.com/about.html As always, sign-up to Dandanglobal.com for more insights from influencers on anything related to careers and job search!
DD Ep 38 breaks down WHAT IS A HEADHUNTER? Hear about these top 3 misconceptions and why they may hold you back from hacking the job search process: - Headhunters are only for executives or high-paying jobs - Headhunters are just like HR - Headhunters work for the client/company hiring for the job Sign-up to Dandanglobal.com for more gamechanging info on anything and everything career management!
Career Dive into: Financial Wealth Management Featuring: Evelyn Gellar, SVP, Wealth Management, Empire Wealth Strategies In today's Daily DANDAN, we break down EVERYTHING there is to know about FINANCIAL WEALTH MANAGEMENT: - How to break into the industry - What it takes to succeed - Career paths and options - Career advice - Unique insights on work, life, and success! Learn from someone at the top of their game: with 24 years of top-performing financial advice expertise, Evelyn Gellar's experience benefit all of us to see the realities of this career choice and the life you can build from it!
Thousands of candidates I worked with proved this single best piece of career advice to me. This episode will: - Inspire you to think bolder - View life with a slightly different lens - Reclaim your power to control your destiny! Sign-up at Dandanglobal.com for more exclusive content, information, and advice!
Everyone in your life probably tells you not to "follow your passion". Here I talk about finding something you're GOOD AT and ENJOY doing. There are competitive advantages to staying true to yourself and pursuing a more meaningful contribution to society. Sign up at Dandanglobal.com for more ideas for your life and career!
Before I became a top-billing headhunter, I was lost and confused as to what to do for my career. Through self-reflection and breaking free from societal and parental constraints, I finally started creating my own destiny and live for myself. Now I live utterly free, passionate solely about Dandan Global and spreading our message far and wide. Today's podcast covers how: - Your childhood experiences impact your career decisions - Societal/parental pressures apply unnecessary strain - How to start thinking outside the box on what you can do as a career This is just the tip of the iceberg... Our next podcast talks more about how to identify what you enjoy doing! Sign-up at Dandanglobal.com if you haven't already!!!
Dandan catches up with Josh Doody to discuss his Amazon bestseller: Fearless Salary Negotiation and some key suggestions around: - How do you answer the "how much are you making" or "how much are you aiming to make" questions? - As a past hiring manager, what do HIRING MANAGERS REALLY want? - What resume designs will attract you the most? - Personal branding strategies Connect with Josh at fearlesssalarynegotiation.com And of course, continue tuning into the Daily DANDAN for everything career management! Sign-up at dandanglobal.com for more exclusive tips and the write-up of this podcast!
To further illustrate Ep 31's point about the 4 S's matrix, I dive deep into my personal career history. You'll hear everything about my stints across so many different quadrants. I've been in all 4 quadrants! More importantly, I'm illustrating the fact that you can always change your current situation, with reflection, thinking, and hard work. Success is attainable - you can help create more success in your life and career just by evaluating and thinking about each career decision more deeply, learning from each experience! Sign-up at dandanglobal.com for more exclusive content for members only!
In order to sift through the hoards of career choices available, it's important to simplify and understand the nature of various jobs. Dandan's matrix of the 4 S's is the easiest way to break down multitudes of careers out there by evaluating 2 components: The level of freedom and the degree of technical education required to qualify but more importantly succeed in the role. This matrix will be in flux as you change your job, you're not stuck in any 1 of the 4 quadrants. That's what's so exciting about life planning and career coaching! Dandan Global helps people align careers with your natural strengths and interests, AT the appropriate time to enact the best strategy for your maximum success. Sign-up at Dandanglobal.com for game-changing life and career advice!
I'm sure you've heard this term a thousand times. We're getting deeper into this notion though and breaking it down in layman's terms. It's definitely easier to get a job through human interaction aka networking because you'll have a champion and a connection who will bring you to the top of the resume pile with their vote of confidence. Hear what you need to do to make this happen! A few BIG TIPS for people looking to network and our next podcast will talk more about DOs and DONTs which we already touch upon here.
We just covered why job aggregator sites are outdated and ineffective (ep 26 and 27). Today, the Daily DANDAN breaks down what 21st Century job search is all about, and 3 tips to get you started! We're passing on our headhunting knowledge so that you can self-promote and market yourself in the best light!
The Olympics this year has been incredible despite the negative media hype and coverage before and during the games. I usually don't indulge in TV watching (habit I'm trying to totally kill off), but I do take some breaks to watch the Olympics! So many life lessons about life and career - tune in to hear a few nuggets of wisdom that might ignite a fire inside you to aspire to be an Olympian in your own right! For more inspiration on your life and career, Sign-up at dandanglobal.com
Candidates often get frustrated about never hearing back after countless job applications. In today's podcast, we're going to breakdown: - What YOU may be doing wrong - More importantly, external changes that have ROCKED job search processes in modern day recruitment This one is a MUST-listen if you're to break free from the cycle of wasted time on job search efforts that bear no fruit!!
What happens after you submit your job application? Today's Daily DANDAN breaks down the mechanics of: - How LinkedIn processes your application to the hiring entity on the receiving end - What happens when you apply to jobs on company websites, and the job aggregator sites that we discussed in last episode We'll continue this mini-series on job applications so SUBSCRIBE!!
Job search has been totally rocked by job aggregator sites and LinkedIN: how does that impact YOUR job search? Understand how the system works so you can choose the best strategy to implement to get the most out of your job search activities!
As part of the modern workforce, our mini-series on consulting/contracting may open up a new career option for you! Contracting is a difference beast than working Full-time for your employer. Here are a few things to consider before entering the world of contracting to make sure you have the best chance of success!
As a headhunter focused on full-time positions, I'd often come across candidates who are contractors/consultants. They were so happy contracting that they would never look back nor think about entering the full-time workforce, EVER AGAIN! In this podcast, we are examining a few reasons why so many people love contracting/consulting. Tune in to hear more on this mini-series of contracting! For more exclusive content and advice, sign in at: Dandanglobal.com Write to me - all of your comments are READ and RESPONDED TO!
Hear from your favorite headhunter the 4 different ways you can progress your career! These strategies are realistic, practical, and surprising! 1. Climb the ladder 2. Transition 3. Become a contract employee 4. Create your own career = Entrepreneurship Our next few episodes will be diving deeper into contracting because this is a newer career pivot you can consider if you're in a specialized field with a high demand of contracting needs!
As a continuation of a mini-series truly breaking down all you need to know about a career in sales, we're diving deeper into why sales is an amazing career. Here we talk about: - Why there's a societal negative connotation around sales and how it's the wrong attitude! - Outsourcing and technology's impact on sales jobs - Promotion schemes and how to get ahead in sales jobs - Transferability of sales jobs Sign-up on dandanglobal.com to achieve the life and career you envision!
If you're considering a career in sales, you'll probably have heard from pretty much EVERYONE, that "everyone can do sales", and "sales isn't a great career". As someone who has massively succeeded from sales, and retired at age 28 because of this wonderful career track, I want to make the case for sales, and why IF you like people-business, IF you want financial freedom, sales is arguably the best career track to pursue. This is only a snippet of why sales is awesome, I'll be releasing even more on this!
In college, even though everyone kept harping on about it, I never really understood what networking was. As I started headhunting, I realized my whole job is about networking, and better yet, being paid for it! Learn 3 networking hacks to change your mindset and reduce anxiety so that you can amp up your networking game!
Everyone in today's modern world is in the business of selling: your ideas, your products, your future, your career, and your potential. If you can't communicate effectively, you'll have issues getting what you want from others. Here are 3 Communication hacks that changed my life. Hopefully it will help you too!
So many candidates believe what job descriptions say, therefore they feel either really confident or unqualified for the job. I'm here to tell you, as an ex-headhunter, as a current hiring manager, DON'T RELY on job descriptions for anything. They are just an advertisement for the general type of individual they're seeking. You must interview the company, the manager, and investigate the product to find out if the job opportunity is a fit. PLEASE don't say no to yourself based on what the job description reads or how you feel about it. The worst that can come out of evaluating a "reach" job or a "job you're too good for" would be to make a new friend in the industry. So give it a shot!
Today's working environment is much more accelerated, competitive, and open to the dynamics of the free market than ever with the internet revolutionizing the ease of looking into competitors. The veil of transparency is being lifted. In this episode, we cover the #1 skill you need to master to get promoted in today's environment, with 3 ways you can implement it! Sign up at dandanglobal.com for webinar release specials, private coaching, and exclusive content!
Job search can be fun, exciting, and game-changing. It's an essential part of modern day living, and it's not meant to be miserable. Let's turn this beast on its head and regain control over your life and future! Continue sending questions to: dailydandan@dandanglobal.com dandanglobal.com
Imposter Syndrome is a powerful debilitating mentality, made famous by Sheryl Sandberg in her book, Lean In. WARNING: I get very angry in this episode. This is the most aggressive one yet! Lol LOTS of venom in this segment so pls don't be surprised to hear a side of me you haven't heard yet! Everyone feels self-doubt, and it's important to start fighting this way of thinking today. We share examples of this, and how you can change your mindset to become more confident in your accomplishments and continue achieving success!
You're not going to like this episode. This is the ugly truth of how your spending habits may damage your career opportunities! Hear a story of one of my candidates and his horrible predicament. We can all learn from it. Subscribe, rate, and ask me any question on job search!
Dictate your destiny by knowing what career options are out there and which ones would suit your unique skill-set and goals! The DANDAN Method's first step, Dictate Your Destiny recommends to evaluate 4 major career options as a way to simplify and understand the full spectrum of jobs available. Dandan talks about the 4 S's which compares pros and cons of each type of role and how you can move between roles. Where do you fit in? What's your strategy now and what will be your career progression next? I started out at the first quadrant, moved into quadrant 2 and jumped into quadrant 4, where I will be for the rest of my life hopefully!
Headhunting is a beautiful but wild industry. Like most interactions with strangers, you don't really know who someone truly is. In today's Daily DANDAN, Dandan breaks down WHY you need to interview your headhunter, and HOW to do it by gauging 3 major factors: (1) Their personality/communication style (2) Their focus, expertise, and market knowledge (3) Do they care about you? Excited to continue supporting your job search and career management efforts - hit me up with more questions at contact@dandanglobal.com Sign up for our webinars, private coaching, and add us on LinkedIn for more DANDAN Method Magic!
As the last step of the DANDAN Method, it is also one you must do as long as YOU WISH TO BE AN ATTRACTIVE EMPLOYEE THAT IS HIGHLY SOUGHT AFTER BY ANY EMPLOYER. Never Stop Networking shares tips, ideas, and strategies to make networking actionable - not just a keyword you hear from your college counselors and bogus career "experts". Today's Daily DANDAN covers: - Importance of staying relevant - How do you network: for someone who is unemployed, employed, and somewhere in the middle? - How to behave while networking: be ready, be generous, be sincere, etc. I hope you enjoy this important and FUN step of the method - socializing and networking is a great chance to Nail Your Narrative (Step 3 of DANDAN Method) and Arrange Your Arsenal (Step 2 of DANDAN Method)!
Dandan shares her headhunting expertise when it comes to the ideal job offer negotiation scenario, and the various aspects to consider while negotiating with a potential employer! We're not done with this subject, still many more episodes coming up - continue sending me your questions on job search! dandanglobal.com linkedin.com/in/dandanzhu
3 Major Factors to break down your job search decision making matrix. (1) Management Team (2) Technical Potential (3) Financial considerations Your opportunity should have all 3 if not at least 2! Otherwise is it really the BEST AVAILABLE OFFER?
Angle and Accept the Best Available Offer is the most controversial step of the DANDAN Method because everyone has vastly different views when it comes to salary negotiation. I take the middle of the road approach, because from what I've seen, it's worked out the best for everyone! I'll explain why here. Stay tuned for our next episodes which break down how to judge if you really are facing the Best Available Offer, as well as how to negotiate your salary/offers!
Step 4 of the DANDAN Method - Direct and Dominate the Process. In this episode, we talk about the importance of taking back your control during job search, to speak up, and to be clear on what you want so that all the hiring bodies can see the full picture and march to your tune. Continue to reach out with any questions on job search to dandanglobal.com Email contact@dandanglobal.com to be featured on our next Daily DANDAN!
Part 2 of Nail Your Narrative covers: Building rapport with your interviewer, Upspeak/downspeak, Strengths and Weaknesses and more communication hacks! Tune in for more life and career advice!
Continue learning the DANDAN Method to job search! We cover Nail Your Narrative (p1), including your introduction at various career levels, and the basics of competency/behavioral-based interviews! Continue to reach out with your job search questions and we'll feature you on the Daily DANDAN!
What's up, Game Changers! As the top 1% of headhunters worldwide, Dandan shares her secrets to job search in the DANDAN Method. We continue to dive into the DANDAN Method to job search and explore step 2: Arrange Your Arsenal Know how to leverage 3 major tools to boost your productivity and effectiveness in your job search! Follow @dandanglobal and check out dandanglobal.com for more information! Ask any job-search questions and we'll feature you on our show!
What's up, Game Changers! Dandan breaks down the DANDAN Method starting with D - Dictate Your Destiny. We share strategies to approach job search. The first step is self-analysis, identification of passions, and goal-setting. Let us know if you have any questions - we release Your Daily DANDAN at 3pm on weekdays!
Dear Game Changer, Welcome to the DANDAN Community! Dandan Global presents Your Daily DANDAN to help you: Achieve the Life and Career You Envision! Your host, Dandan Zhu, interviewed 100,000+ hiring manages, HR professionals, internal/external recruiters, and candidates. Dandan shares her experience in the DANDAN Method to provide game-changing strategies on job search and how to work with all the players within the job search process. Most importantly, we'll teach you how to self-manage and promote yourself to maximize your chances of finding the best opportunity!