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Thomas Powner: Stop Job Searching - Start Career Marketing. Insight to Get Noticed and Hired

Jan 21, 2025 · 29 min · Episode 124 · 21.1 MB
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Connect with Thomas:
https://www.linkedin.com/in/tompowner/
https://www.careerthinker.com/

Thomas Powner, founder of Career Thinker, shares how to transform your job search into a powerful career marketing campaign. With 25+ years in sales, operations, and HR, Thomas offers practical advice to help job seekers stand out and succeed.

Key Takeaways:

  • Career Marketing Campaign: Position yourself as a solution to employers’ challenges using strategic branding, networking, and LinkedIn optimization.
  • Resume Tips: Write impactful CAR (Challenge, Action, Result) bullet points to showcase results and bypass ATS systems.
  • LinkedIn Optimization: Use your profile to highlight your brand, career history, and skills with storytelling and keywords.
  • Salary Negotiation: Know your worth, research salary ranges, and confidently advocate for competitive offers.
  • Interview Strategies: Avoid common pitfalls, prepare behavioral answers, and turn interviews into engaging conversations.

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