Episode Details

Finding a job can take a lot of work. But what if you could get in front of a recruiter--someone who is paid to find great employees? Like a fairy godmother, couldn't a recruiter make your wish for a dream job come true? And by doing so, save you a lot of time and effort?

The truth is, recruiters can make a big difference in your job search, but they can't do it all.

In this 32-minute episode you will learn:

• What recruiters do, who they work for, and how they get paid
• How to find the right recruiter for you and your industry
• How to start a relationship with a recruiter or recruiting firm
• What you should (and shouldn’t) expect from a recruiter

This week’s guest:

Steve Potestio (@Potestio)Partner and CEO, Mathys+PotestioPortland, OR

Listener question of the week:

• How can I keep up with new media jobs?

Do you have a question you’d like us to answer on a future episode? Please send your questions to Cecilia Bianco, Mac’s List Community Manager, at cecilia@macslist.org.

Resources referenced on this week’s show:

• Mashable.com - 20 Tools to Show Off Your Portfolio
• The Deeply Graphic Design Podcast
• Social Media Examiner
• Mashable.com
• Inc. Magazine
• Forbes Technology
• SnapChat
• Canva Free Online Photo Editor
• Hootsuite Social Media Management
• Edgar Social Media Management
• The Business of Strangers (2001)
• Mathys+Potestio
• Find Your Dream Job in Portland (and Beyond): The Complete Mac’s List Guide

If you have a job-hunting or career development resource resource you’d like to share, please contact Ben Forstag, Mac’s List Managing Director, at ben@macslist.org.

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Opening and closing music for “Find Your Dream Job” provided by Freddy Trujillo, www.freddytrujillo.com.

FULL TRANSCRIPT BELOW: 

Mac Prichard:

Welcome to Find Your Dream Job. We're the podcast that helps you get hired and have the career you want, and make a difference in life. I'm Mac Prichard, your host. I'm the publisher of Mac's List. On today's show, we're discussing how to work with an executive recruiter.

Looking for a job is hard work. You know that. We've all been there. Before you set on to your first application or you go to an interview, you need to confirm your career goals, and you have to update your online profiles. You need to network