Your Dream Job Mentor Podcast
Welcome to Your Dream Job Mentor. I’m your host Marissa Jacques and I’m excited to share my expertise and knowledge to help you stand out in the job market and land the role that you’ve always wanted. As a qualified psychologist and human resources professional, I’ve helped thousands of clients to level up their applications and secure their dream roles. I’ll be sharing my insights and advice on everything from job seeking tips, navigating application processes, interview preparation, and career development strategies. So whether you’re starting out on your career journey or looking to take your career to the next level, join me on your dream job mentor, and let’s make your dream job a reality.
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Episodes
Monday Nov 20, 2023
Monday Nov 20, 2023
Today Marissa will chat about how to manage and transform your nerves so you can gain back some control in a job interview. Let’s use this nervous energy to your advantage!
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Monday Nov 13, 2023
Are you a nurse seeking a change of scenery in a new clinical area? This episode will outline all the aspects you need to focus on in your application documents and panel interview to highlight your points of difference, your motivations for change and transferable skills that you can bring to the table.
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Monday Nov 06, 2023
Salary negotiations got you all caught up? In this must-listen episode, Marissa will chat about her tips and tricks to navigate those challenging money talks on the road to your dream role.
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Monday Oct 30, 2023
Today we delve into the role of Artificial Intelligence in resume writing. We will explore the time-saving benefits of AI and also uncover the limitations: rigidity, verbose wording, loss of personal touch and privacy concerns. Join me for a comprehensive analysis!
Learn More:
https://dreamjobconsulting.com.au
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Monday Oct 23, 2023
Today we discuss the power of Linked In as a valuable tool in your job search. We’ll discuss key features and functions, strategies for updating your profile and how to present yourself on this platform to maximise employment opportunities!
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Monday Oct 16, 2023
Imposter Syndrome: A self-doubt phenomenon that can sabotage your job search. Today we will discover what it is and learn invaluable strategies to conquer it to enhance your job seeking mindset!
Go to https://dreamjobconsulting.com.au for more information, or to book a free consultation.
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Monday Oct 09, 2023
Avoid putting ‘referees on request’ where possible! In this episode, Marissa chats about how to best select referees, who to include and key considerations to get you over the line after interview. A must listen for putting your best foot forward with recruiters!
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Monday Oct 02, 2023
Don’t rest on your laurels in an internal interview! Whilst you may know interview panel members, it’s important to maintain the same approach as being interviewed for a role outside your current employer for best results.
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Monday Sep 25, 2023
Taken a career break? This episode will advise on how to present your time out of the workforce to leverage your transferable skills, maximise what you can bring to the table and convey this confidently in your written application.
Monday Sep 18, 2023
Monday Sep 18, 2023
You know that a job 'rejection' isn't always about you, right? There are so many factors that influence the recruitment and selection process. This episode is a must listen to give you clarity and boost your self-esteem post rejection email!
Meet Marissa
I’m Marissa and I’ll be helping you achieve your career goals! With a Bachelor of Business (Human Resources), Graduate Diploma of Psychology and a Postgraduate Diploma of Psychology, I am a Human Resources (HR) Professional and trained Psychologist.
Having worked in HR advisory roles across the private sector as well as local and state government, I have spent many years on the frontline of recruitment assessing resumes, shortlisting candidates and sitting on interview panels. I know recruitment and selection processes inside out and use this knowledge to help my clients reach interview and get the role.