Job searching during COVID + how to stand out in cover letters with Brittany Ferguson

Extemporaneously: A Job Interview and Careers Podcast

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On this episode, I'm speaking with Brittany Ferguson, the senior manager of customer support at Brio systems.

Here are a few key takeaways from the episode:

(1) Career transitions 🤝

Brittany takes all her experiences and weaves them nicely into how she tells her career story.

Taking an example of a retail job, she shows how it applies to her jobs in marketing, events, customer support, and more!

What do you think HOOOT from the Hot Topic training stands for? 👀

(2) Job search during COVID-times 🤒

Her previous job was impacted by COVID, so she shares what it was like to look for a new job during this crazy time.
She actually said no to a job offer and explains how she came to the conclusion and how she managed to stay grounded during this time.

Pro Tip: Come up with a list of things you want and don't want in your next move. Don't settle if the job doesn't check off enough boxes!

(3) The importance of a cover letter as a hiring manager 📝

We talk about the importance of a cover letter as hiring managers.

Personalize by telling the story of why you're interested in this specific company.
Don't be afraid to address gaps and be transparent about how parallel or indirect experience can enhance your ability to do the job.
Go undercover! Be a secret shopper to find out the way companies speak and help their customers. Match their tone.

Credits:

Guest: Brittany Ferguson
Host: Marco Yim
Company: Extempra
Music by Wataboi
Artwork: Ravenfrostt

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