Caffeinate Your Career: Coffee and Conversation with Career and Financial Experts

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Aug 2026

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Each week, Jason Hopper sits down with experts to share practical job search, career, and financial tips— all over a cup of coffee. Grab your mug and tune in every Tuesday morning for short, insightful conversations to help you reach your goals.

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August 18, 202643 min

Everything to Know About Job Hunting Part 3

Congratulations! You received a job offer!!! But what needs to happen next for your success? Join Jason Hopper & guest host Scott Hunt for part of our "Everything to Know About Job Hunting" series. Scott is a Supply Chain Specialist who has hired hundreds of people in his career! Part 3 will focus on what happens after you receive a job offer. You'll learn tips for long term success, understanding the total package, and how to set the pace for your first 90 days!

August 11, 202647 min

Everything to Know About Job Hunting Part 2

You got the interview, now what? Join Jason Hopper & guest host Scott Hunt for part 2 of our "Everything to Know About Job Hunting" series. Scott is a Supply Chain Specialist who has hired hundreds of people in his career! Part 2 of our series will focus on interviewing. You'll learn how to prepare for the interview, what to wear, how to close, and what happens after the interview!

August 4, 202645 min

Everything to Know About Job Hunting Part 1

Job search is hard. And sometimes just getting started is an obstacle. Join Jason Hopper & guest host Scott Hunt for a 3 part series titled "Everything to Know About Job Hunting!" Scott is a Supply Chain Specialist, who has hired hundreds of people in his career! Part 1 will be about how to get started. You'll learn the employer's mindset, how to use AI for tactics, and why you should interview for jobs you may not want!

July 21, 202636 min

Work-Life Balance

Whether you're climbing the corporate ladder, running a business, raising a family, or trying to improve yourself, work life balance is something everyone faces. Work-life balance isn't a destination you arrive at. It's a constant juggling act. Join Jason Hopper and guest host JFS Human Resource Manager Joshua Hogan when they discuss work life balance. You'll learn the 3 competing priorities, how to curb guilt, and what success really look like.

July 15, 202644 min

Advice for Job Hunters in 2026

Everyone seems to have advice on what you should be doing in your job search. But what is actually working in 2026? Join Jason Hopper & JFS Human Resources Generalist Joshua Hogan when they discuss advice for job hunters! You'll learn how to build brand, tactics using AI, and how to customize the interview!

July 14, 202646 min

The Interview Process: What Really Happens and How You Can Win

Interviewing. Every job searcher has to complete the interview. But do you understand the interview process? Join Jason Hopper & JFS Human Resource Manager Joshua Hogan when they discuss the interview process. You'll learn how recruiters choose candidates, how to navigate a group interview, and what actually happens when you get rejected in the process.

June 30, 202648 min

Your Resume Isn't the Problem - You Are!

People often blame their resume for not getting them jobs. It's not the resume that's the problem. It's you! Now before you get defensive or click away; stick with me. This isn’t about blaming you. It’s about helping you fix what’s actually holding you back. Join Jason Hopper & guest host talent acquisition specialist Scott Butnick when they discuss job search strategies beyond the resume. You'll learn how to think like a problem solver, build visibility, and how to get specific about your value!

June 24, 202646 min

Why Applying Online Rarely Works. And What Does!

If your job hunting, and your process is to sit at the laptop and apply to jobs, you may want to rethink yourstrategy. Join Jason Hopper & guest host talent acquisition specialist Scott Butnick when they discuss why applying online rarely works, and whatdoes! You'll learn the illusion of the online application, the competition factor, and how to build relationships to gethired!

June 16, 202646 min

Let's Talk About Your Resume

Most resumes fail not because of font or margins, but they are not clear. Is your resume communicating value? Join Jason Hopper and guest host talent acquisition specialist Scott Butnick when they talk resumes! You'll learn how to create a clean format, ATS compliance, and what actually makes a resume work!

June 8, 202650 min

Overqualification: Myth or a Real Barrier?

Are you overqualified? Is it a real barrier… or just a convenient excuse employers use? Join Jason Hopper & guest host talent acquisition specialist Scott Butnick when they discuss what it means to be "overqualified." You'll learn what the term means, the employer's perspective, and how to overcome the overqualified label.