How To Get A Job

How to Get a Job in 2026: The Proven Strategy to Land Your Next Opportunity with Dominic Brocco

In this episode of the How To Get a Job Podcast, Daniel Botero sits down with Dominic Brocco, CEO and Executive Career Coach at Career Domain, to break down how job seekers can successfully navigate today's challenging job market. Drawing from his background in engineering, tech, recruiting, and career coaching, Dominic explains why job seekers often overestimate the importance of their resume and why networking, visibility, positioning, and strategic outreach are becoming increasingly important. Daniel and Dominic also discuss how to approach career pivots, how to use LinkedIn to create more opportunities, why treating your job search like a sales funnel can improve your results, and the importance of consistency, mindset, and trusting the process. This episode is a must listen for anyone looking to land a better job, increase their earning potential, or build a more strategic approach to their job search in 2026. Connect with Dominic Brocco: LinkedIn - Website - YouTube Connect with Daniel Botero: LinkedIn Powered by CoCareer

Recruiter or Career Coach? Know the Difference Before Your Job Search with Kim Taynor

In this episode of the How To Get a Job Podcast, Daniel Botero sits down with Kim Taynor, career transition coach, resume expert, and Director of Recruiting and Operations at Career Path to Staffing, to clarify one of the biggest misconceptions in today's job market: the difference between a recruiter and a career coach. Drawing from her unique experience working on both sides, Kim explains how recruiters are hired to fill positions for companies, while career coaches are dedicated to helping individuals build the strategy, branding, networking, and skills needed to achieve their career goals. Daniel and Kim also discuss how staffing agencies operate, why companies partner with external recruiters, the differences between internal and external recruiters, and why understanding each professional's role can dramatically improve your job search expectations and results. This episode is a must listen for anyone navigating today's hiring market who wants to know when to work with a recruiter, when to invest in career coaching, and how to leverage both to land the right opportunity. Connect with Kim Taynor: LinkedIn Connect with Daniel Botero: LinkedIn Powered by CoCareer

Break Into Medical Sales, Build a High-Income Career: Insider Advice with Taylor Orr

In this episode of the How To Get a Job Podcast, Daniel Botero sits down with Taylor Orr, founder and head career coach at The Medical Sales Guide, to explore what it really takes to break into one of the most competitive and rewarding career paths in sales. Drawing from her experience as a top-performing medical sales representative and coach, Taylor shares how she overcame the challenge of breaking into the industry, why medical sales offers both meaningful impact and exceptional earning potential, and the mindset required to succeed in a high-performance environment. Daniel and Taylor discuss the qualities hiring managers value most, including coachability, resilience, positivity, and self-motivation, as well as the practical qualifications that can improve your chances of landing interviews. They also break down the realities of performance-based compensation, career growth, and what separates candidates who simply apply from those who successfully launch a long-term career in medical sales. This episode is a must listen for anyone considering a career in medical sales or looking to understand what it takes to break into a competitive, high-income industry. Connect with Taylor Orr: LinkedIn Connect with Daniel Botero: LinkedIn Powered by CoCareer

Network Smarter, Interview Better: Landing High-Paying Jobs with Anna Belyaeva

In this episode of the How To Get a Job Podcast, Daniel Botero sits down with Anna Belyaeva, CEO and founder of The Career Diet, to uncover the habits and strategies that consistently help professionals land high-paying roles in today's competitive job market. Drawing from her experience as a recruiter, enterprise sales professional, and career coach who has helped over 1,000 professionals secure $150K+ positions, Anna explains why consistency, networking, and interview preparation matter more than ever in the age of AI. She shares why resumes have become a commodity, how to stand out beyond online applications, the importance of proactively addressing employer objections during interviews, and why practicing communication—not memorizing answers—is the key to earning offers. Daniel and Anna also explore how the hiring landscape has evolved, why job seekers must adapt to new market realities, and what separates candidates who consistently land opportunities from those who stay stuck. This episode is a must listen for experienced professionals who want to accelerate their job search, master interviews, and secure their next career move in an increasingly competitive market. Connect with Anna Belyaeva: LinkedIn Connect with Daniel Botero: LinkedIn Powered by CoCareer

Stop Applying, Start Positioning: Getting Hired in the AI Era with Naz Delam

In this episode of the How To Get a Job Podcast, Daniel Botero sits down with Naz Delam, founder and CEO of Peak Potential Professional Coaching and an experienced technology leader who has worked with major companies including Netflix and LinkedIn, to explore how artificial intelligence is transforming the job search. Naz explains why AI-generated resumes and automated applications are making traditional job search strategies less effective, what hiring managers now look for beyond keywords and technical tools, and why technical judgment, communication, collaboration, and AI enablement have become essential skills. Daniel and Naz also discuss the growing importance of networking, referrals, LinkedIn optimization, personal branding, and creating authentic proof of your expertise to become a lower-risk, higher-value candidate. Naz shares practical advice for standing out in a crowded market, demonstrating technical depth, navigating each stage of the interview process, and identifying exactly where your job search is getting stuck. This episode is a must listen for software engineers, data professionals, AI and machine learning specialists, and anyone who wants to understand how to compete and get hired in an AI-driven job market. Connect with Naz Delam: LinkedIn Connect with Daniel Botero: LinkedIn Powered by CoCareer

Think Like a Business, Land Jobs Like a Boss: Career Growth with Ehsan Ali | S2 E.P13

In this episode, we sit down with Ehsan Ali, former IT executive turned Australia's top-ranked career coach, to talk about what it really takes to grow your career in today’s competitive job market. Ehsan shares why he walked away from a 22-year global IT career to help professionals, especially those in IT, overcome self-doubt and break through career plateaus. You’ll hear his insights on international job markets, cultural barriers in interviewing, and why discovering your “mountain of value” is the key to crushing imposter syndrome. He also reveals his powerful 3-part interview strategy (consultant mindset, buyer dynamic, and breadcrumb storytelling) that has helped countless clients land their next big opportunity. 🎯 Whether you're mid-career and feeling stuck, or just want a better way to show up in interviews, this episode is packed with practical tips and mindset shifts that could change the way you approach your career. 👍 Don’t Forget: Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of How to Get a Job Podcast! 🔗 CONNECT WITH EHSAN 👥 LinkedIn – www.linkedin.com/in/ehsan-ali-au/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH DANIEL 👥 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/thedanielbotero 🔗 CONNECT WITH ELLIE 👥 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/interviewcoachellie

How AI Will Change Your Job Search (And What You Need to Do About It) With Elise Victor| S.2 EP. 12

In this episode, we chat with Elise Victor, AI expert and thought leader, to discuss how AI is shaping the future of work and what it means for your career. Elise breaks down the roles most at risk, the industries where job growth is booming, and why soft skills will be your secret weapon moving forward. Plus, she offers strategies for adapting your skillset and staying ahead of the curve. If you're curious about how AI will impact your job search and want to future-proof your career, this episode is packed with actionable advice that you can start using today. 🎯 Ready to thrive in the AI-driven job market? Tune in now to get ahead of the curve! 👍 Don’t Forget: Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of How to Get a Job Podcast! 🔗 CONNECT WITH ELISE 👥 LinkedIn –linkedin.com/in/elisecvictor/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH DANIEL 👥 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/thedanielbotero 🔗 CONNECT WITH ELLIE 👥 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/interviewcoachellie

How to Get Noticed by Tech Recruiters, Even If You’re Not Actively Job Searching With Nicky Slavich| S2.EP11

Mastering the Resume Game: How to Get More Interviews with Mary Southern| S2.EP10

Your resume can be the difference between getting lost in the applicant pile and landing an interview. In this episode of How to Get a Job, we’re joined by Mary Southern, the Resume Assassin, who shares how to make your resume truly stand out. Mary talks about the common pitfalls to avoid, how to tailor your resume for each job application, and why storytelling is a powerful tool to make your resume memorable. If you’re looking to boost your job search and secure more interviews, this episode is full of practical, actionable tips. 🎯 Ready to land more interviews? Tune in now for expert resume tips! 👍 Don’t Forget: Subscribe and hit the notification bell so you never miss an episode of How to Get a Job Podcast! 🔗 CONNECT WITH MARY 👥 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/mary-southern/ 🔗 CONNECT WITH DANIEL 👥 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/thedanielbotero 🔗 CONNECT WITH ELLIE 👥 LinkedIn – linkedin.com/in/interviewcoachelli

How to Break Into Data Analytics as an International Student with Sai Kumar Bysani | S.2 EP.9

Applying to hundreds of jobs and still not landing interviews? In this episode of the How to Get a Job Podcast, we sit down with Sai Kumar Bysani, Lead Data Analyst and rising LinkedIn voice to discover how he went from 1,300+ job applications to building a successful data career and online brand. Sai shares what works in today’s market: ✅ How international students can stand out, even without U.S. experience ✅ Why visibility and soft skills matter as much as technical skills ✅ How to network before you're desperate ✅ Tips to overcome imposter syndrome and start posting on LinkedIn ✅ The power of mock interviews and resume storytelling If you're breaking into data, navigating the job market as an international student, or trying to grow your LinkedIn presence, this episode is packed with actionable advice. 🎧 Hit play now to start building a career that gets noticed.