Get Hired with Andrew Seaman

In today’s competitive job market, it can feel like the best opportunities are only available to people with the right type of degree, pedigree, or connections. But what if you’re starting from the outside? In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Laysha Ward, an accomplished C-suite executive who spent nearly 33 years in leadership roles at Target. Laysha shares her journey from making seven dollars an hour on the sales floor at Marshall Field’s to finding her way to the executive suite of corporate America. She also highlights the essential strategies she used to grow her career without a silver spoon. How to write a personal purpose statement and use it as a career guide The difference between mentors and sponsors, and why you need both Strategies for building meaningful relationships throughout your career Why asking for the toughest assignments fights off fear How to navigate uncertainty by upskilling, refreshing your personal brand, and telling a compelling story Links & Resources: Follow Laysha Ward on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Whether you're looking to advance in your current role, pivot to a new industry, or simply stay relevant, upskilling isn't optional anymore—it's essential. But where do you start? What should you actually learn? And how do you make time for it when you're already juggling work, family, and everything else? In this episode, Andrew talks with Raghu Krishnaiah, Chief Operating Officer at University of Phoenix, about how to create a successful upskilling strategy. Raghu shares the lessons he learned from transitioning his skills and experiences to a new industry, and makes the case to professionals about why upskilling in AI is a non-negotiable. Key Topics: Why 80% of your skills are transferable across industries The mindset shift that makes upskilling more fun Why prompt engineering is the baseline AI skill everyone needs to learn What to look for in a training program The top qualities employers look for: adaptability, flexibility, and a willingness to take risks Links & Resources: Follow Raghu Krishnaiah on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman is joined by Zoya Garg, the cofounder and COO of Zarna Garg Productions, the company behind comedian Zarna Garg’s global success.  Zoya’s unconventional career began in high school when she recognized her mother’s comedic talent and entrepreneurial spirit could become an actual business. Through grassroots marketing and social media strategy, she helped launch her mom’s standup career—an experience that helped her land a spot at Stanford. After graduation, Zoya returned to the family business, where she’s putting her computer science and classics degrees to work in unexpected ways. In this conversation, Zoya shares candid insights about the fear and pressure facing today’s graduates and gives advice on how to tap into an entrepreneurial mindset when traditional paths to success aren’t available. Key Topics: How entrepreneurship has become more accessible than ever for recent graduates The power of learning to sell, regardless of your degree or industry Using AI tools to master new skills and automate complex tasks Reframing your college degree as a flexible toolkit, not a rigid career path Why putting yourself out there is now a non-negotiable for career success Links & Resources: Follow Zoya Garg on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Technology is moving fast; far too fast for traditional learning curriculums or workforce training to stay ahead of the curve. In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Stacy Martinet, Adobe’s Vice President of Marketing & Communications, to discuss how professionals can keep up. From pioneering the New York Times’ social media strategy to leading Adobe’s global communications in the AI era, Stacy shares hard-won lessons from her career at the forefront of technological change. In this conversation, she gives practical advice for how professionals at every stage can upskill in AI and adapt to change throughout their careers. Key Topics: How Adobe has reinvented itself for four decades and what that can teach us about adaptation Why "just try it" is the best advice for approaching new technologies Why hiring managers now prioritize skills certifications alongside traditional degrees A message for veteran workers: remaining an expert means understanding your customer's changing context The #1 quality Adobe seeks when hiring Links & Resources: Explore the Adobe Digital Academy here⁠ Follow Stacy Martinet on LinkedIn here⁠ Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here⁠ Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here⁠

In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Steve Beard, Chairman and CEO of Adtalem Global Education, a national leader in post-secondary education for professions in the healthcare industry, like nurses, vets and doctors. Adtalem is also a leading provider of professional talent to healthcare industry partners.  In their conversation, Andrew and Steve talk about what makes healthcare a good industry to pivot into, how you tell if you’d be a good fit for the industry, and how to begin your healthcare career journey.  Key Topics: Why healthcare and especially nursing are great career pivot options Career growth options for nurses Why healthcare is an in-demand industry that hires consistently How to start your healthcare training and career in an accessible way Why a career like nursing can be accessible for people with disabilities How to tell if you’d be a good fit for nursing Links & Resources: Follow Steve Beard on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  Adults with autism experience higher rates of unemployment than the general population. This week, in honor of National Disability Employment Awareness Month, Get Hired is exploring strategies job seekers on the autism spectrum can use to get hired. In this episode, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Dr. Helen Genova, associate director for the Center for Autism Research at the Kessler Foundation, one of the leading nonprofits advancing disability research and inclusion. Together, they discuss the challenges individuals with autism face throughout the job search process and share tips to overcome them. Focusing not on fixing weaknesses, but on identifying and showcasing the unique talents people with autism bring to the workplace, Helen shares research-backed strategies that benefit all job seekers. Key Topics: How to prepare for job interviews when social anxiety is a major obstacle The power of identifying and articulating your employable strengths Turning special interests into relevant workplace skills Setting concrete, measurable goals to maintain momentum in the job search What employers need to know about the value of neurodivergent thinking Links & Resources: Explore the Kessler Foundation’s resources for job seekers ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Follow Helen Genova on LinkedIn ⁠⁠here⁠⁠ Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn ⁠here⁠ Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman ⁠here⁠

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman talks with the co-authors of All The Cool Girls Get Fired: How to Let Go of Being Let Go and Come Back On Top, Laura Brown and Kristina O’Neill. Laura and Kristina rose through the ranks of the fashion industry, both becoming Editor-In-Chief – Laura at InStyle and Kristina at The Wall Street Journal Magazine. But a few years ago, they were both fired from their jobs.  In their conversation, Andrew, Laura and Kristina talk about what it’s like to get fired or let go and tips for how to take control and move forward.  Key Topics:  Why getting fired doesn't mean you failed How two top editors turned job loss into opportunity Breaking the stigma and shame around being let go The power of owning your story Emotional recovery after a layoff: wallowing versus moving on Practical first steps after getting fired Finding new purpose and direction after a dream job ends Turning career setbacks into reinvention and personal ownership Links & Resources: Follow Laura Brown⁠ and Kristina O’Neill on LinkedIn Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Alan Stein, founder and CEO of Kadima Careers. Throughout his career, Alan’s experienced five layoffs and made eight pivots — from psychologist to Wall Street to leadership roles at Google, Meta, Salesforce and American Express. Now, he helps others navigate big career changes. In this conversation, Alan shares a practical framework for making a pivot after a career setback. He also gives advice on how to balance passion with a paycheck, how to strengthen your network, and move from indecision to action in tough moments. Key Topics: Alan's career journey and how he's navigated setbacks The four practical steps to a career pivot ABL (Always Be Looking): why you should never assume job security The "skills, bills, and will" framework for making smart career decisions How to network with purpose Balancing passion with practicality in the job search Links & Resources: Follow Alan Stein on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman talks with best-selling author, Mita Mallick, about her new book, The Devil Emails at Midnight: What Good Leaders Can Learn from Bad Bosses. In their conversation, Andrew and Mita talk about how to spot a bad boss in an interview process, what to do if you have a bad boss, and how to avoid becoming one yourself. We’ve all had bad bosses, and many of us have been bad bosses. But it’s what we learn from the experience that matters.  Key Topics: Why many managers are not taught to manage Tips for how to spot a bad boss in an interview How bad bosses impact their employees Dealing with talent-hoarding managers 3 moments where you might become a bad boss & how to avoid it "Paying your dues" and not passing down "toxic traditions" Links & Resources: Follow Mita mallick on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Meredith Brown, senior vice president of Trailhead and Community at Salesforce. Trailhead is Salesforce’s free online learning platform that recently launched an AI training series that’s open for anyone.  In their conversation, Andrew and Meredith talk about the steps to successfully learning a new skill or tool, what to look for in an online learning platform, and how to take initiative on learning to work with AI even if your company is not providing practical training.  Key Topics: What Salesforce and Trailhead do Trailhead's free Agentblazer Champion training series The three stages of learning Why leaders should aim to have humans and agents working together Links & Resources: Follow Meredith Brown on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  Even in challenging labor markets, there are bright spots. In the coming months, Get Hired will highlight industries and roles that remain in-demand. In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Barbara Humpton, CEO of Siemens USA, to challenge outdated perceptions about manufacturing careers. Barbara explains how the “fourth industrial revolution” — driven by AI, automation, and digitalization — is transforming factories from the gloomy, repetitive workplaces of the past into high-tech environments where creativity and problem-solving are key factors for success. With 500,000 open manufacturing jobs nationwide, Barbara makes the case for why this sector offers unexpected opportunities for career growth. Key Topics: How AI and automation are creating today's "infinite" industrial revolution How new technologies have transformed manufacturing careers The industry's perception problem and why there are 500,000 open manufacturing jobs Why curiosity and initiative are the only two skills that matter for the future How apprenticeships and community colleges are creating new pathways to success Practical advice for breaking into manufacturing, even with zero experience Links & Resources: Follow Barbara Humpton on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Sheri Bronstein, Chief People Officer at Bank of America. In their conversation, Sheri discusses Bank of America’s new $25/hour minimum wage policy, why investing in employees helps businesses, and how Bank of America is upskilling and reskilling their employees.  Key Topics: Why Bank of America is offering $25/hour minimum wage Other employee benefits and why Bank of America prioritizes them The future of skills based hiring Bank of America’s employee training program How familiar you need to be with AI for different roles What Bank of America is looking for in their employees Links & Resources: Follow Sheri Bronstein on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Jalonni Weaver, a high-volume recruiter. In their conversation, Jalonni takes us behind the scenes of the hiring process, walking us through it step-by-step from a recruiter's point of view. She debunks myths about Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) and gives insight into the most opaque parts of the recruiting process. Key Topics: How AI is (and isn't) changing the application process for both job seekers and recruiters What applicant tracking systems actually do What information recruiters can see about you and how to stand out from the crowd The real reasons job postings stay up for weeks and why you should still apply Why advice on optimizing your resume for ATS is misleading The human side of recruiting and why courtesy matters more than ever Links & Resources: Follow Jalonni Weaver on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman welcomes LinkedIn Chief Economist Karin Kimbrough back to the show to decode the mixed signals in today's labor market. Karin shares why we’re in what she calls a “two-speed economy,” which industries are still hiring, and why college graduates are facing such a challenging environment. Plus, Karin answers the question everyone wants to know: Is AI already taking jobs? Key Topics: Why the labor market feels "sluggish" The sectors still hunting for talent The rise of AI literacy skills across all industries Strategic advice for new graduates entering a tough market How AI is already impacting the job market The entrepreneurial mindset needed for modern career management Links & Resources: Follow Karin Kimbrough on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here⁠

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Adam Bryant, senior managing director at the ExCo group and the journalist who started the New York Times “Corner Office" column. Adam has interviewed more than 500 CEOs about everything from leadership to hiring. In his conversation with Andrew, Adam shares some off-the-wall “bankshot” questions CEOs ask, what employers really want to know about you, and how to set yourself up for success before and during an interview.  Key Topics: What are essential questions vs. bankshot interview questions Tips for how to prepare for and communicate in interviews Common questions employers ask in interviews Off-the-wall questions CEOs and senior interviewers ask to really get to know you How to give yourself the best chance for success in interviews Links & Resources: Follow Adam Bryant on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episode of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Jennifer Tardy, author of The Equity Edge: How Addressing Bias in Recruiting and Retention Drives Success. As major companies scale back, revamp or eliminate their diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives, Jennifer and Andrew explore the current state of DEI in the workplace. As a diversity recruitment researcher and trainer, Jennifer makes a compelling case that DEI initiatives aren’t just about doing the right thing; they also create a competitive edge for companies by accessing top talent that bias often obscures. Plus, Jennifer gives guidance for job seekers searching for inclusive workplaces. Key Topics: What DEI actually is (and why we need to add a 'B' to the acronym) Why removing barriers in hiring creates business advantage, not just fairness The "two-skill" tax job seekers now face: showing up as your best self and navigating interviewer bias Practical strategies for creating a more expansive, diverse network Links & Resources: Follow Jennifer Tardy on LinkedIn here Get Jennifer's book The Equity Edge here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with organizational psychologist Simi Rayat to learn a five-minute daily practice for cultivating positivity and preventing burnout. Called ‘The 5Qs Formula,’ this science-backed framework helps professionals bring more clarity, calm, and intentional focus to their days. In this episode, Simi shares how to use this practice and offers insight into why a positive mindset could be the key to job search success. Key Topics: Why your mindset matters in your job search How to use the 5Qs Formula How to identify three high-impact tasks that will change your workday Setting priorities you can actually control during uncertain times Links & Resources: Follow Simi Rayat on LinkedIn here Get Simi’s book ‘Productivity Joy’ here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with Ginnie Carlier, EY’s Americas Vice Chair of Talent, who oversees the experiences of more than 110,000 employees. Ginnie gives insight into how AI is shifting the talent landscape and how leaders can prepare their people for jobs that don’t yet exist. She also shares how EY is experimenting with AI-powered career coaches and recruiting tools, and why building trust and curiosity is essential in an AI-driven future. Key Topics: How AI is changing strategic workforce planning How leaders can build trust while being transparent about AI’s impact on jobs The difference between upskill and reskilling How EY is using AI tools to engage talent in new ways The human skills that will future-proof your career Links & Resources: Follow Ginnie Carlier on LinkedIn ⁠here⁠ Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn ⁠here⁠ Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman ⁠here⁠

In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with author and team culture expert Shane Hatton. Shane discusses what buzzwords like ‘company culture’ and ‘cultural fit’ really mean, and how job-seekers can get a feel for a potential employer’s workplace culture. He and Andrew also dig into the qualities that make a great leader, including strategies for showing off your leadership skills as a job applicant.  Key Topics: Understanding what company culture really means The value of diverse perspectives in building stronger teams How to identify your personal values and show up authentically Strategies for positioning yourself as a leader in job interviews What questions to ask when evaluating leadership and workplace dynamics Links & Resources: Follow Shane Hatton on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here

Help us improve the show by filling out our audience survey: bit.ly/4j01Gq0  In this episode of Get Hired, LinkedIn Editor Andrew Seaman sits down with political commentator and former White House Press Secretary Dana Perino. Dana reflects on the unexpected turns of her career, from answering phones in Washington to anchoring cable news, and the power of mentorship, discipline and saying yes to the unknown. She and Andrew also unpack the advice she shares in her new book, “I Wish Someone Had Told Me…” which covers everything from building resilience to rethinking work-life balance. Key Topics: Why it's okay not to have a fully formed career plan How to make high-stakes career pivots The importance of always having your resume ready Dana's mindset shifts around burnout and balance Why mentorship matters at every Links & Resources: Get Dana’s new book, “I Wish Someone Had Told Me…” here Follow Dana Perino on LinkedIn here Join the Get Hired community on LinkedIn here Listen to more episodes of Get Hired with Andrew Seaman here