MoveUp: Job Interviews, Negotiation, Promotions, Offers, Careers
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Formerly Known As The Job Interview Experience.
Hosted by Matthew Sorensen — former Executive Recruiter, Search Firm Owner, Talent Acquisition VP, and Top Interview Coach.
MoveUp is the career advantage you've been looking for. Whether you're aiming for a better role, a major promotion, or negotiating your next big offer, this podcast equips you with the executive-level strategies and real-world insight to advance with confidence.
You're already good — MoveUp helps you become undeniable. Subscribe now and take the smartest next step in your career.
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- Interview Preparation: Master your interview skills with expert strategies that get results. The Job Interview Experience.
- Career Advice: Navigate the job market with clarity and confidence.
- Promotions & Advancement: Learn how to position yourself for your next big career move.
- Salary & Offer Negotiation: Get the raise or offer you deserve with proven negotiation tactics.
- Job Offers: Turn interviews into offers with targeted advice at every stage.
- Insider Insights: Learn from hiring experts who’ve been behind the decision-making table.
- Listener Q&A: Get real, personalized answers to your career challenges.
- Common Mistakes: Avoid hidden pitfalls that hold professionals back.
- Industry-Leading Guests: Learn from the world's most in-demand professionals!
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Connect with Jim! https://www.jimfrawley.com/ Jim Frawley Consider a switch! It can boost your career and make you a stronger candidate. Identify transferable skills and focus on value you bring. Network and showcase how you can solve problems in your target industry. Recruiters value diverse experience, explain your moves with a focus on gained skills. https://podcasts.apple.com/me/podcast/moveup-job-interviews-negotiation-promotions-offers/id1538223546 https://moveupcareers.com/survey
Communicating Important Information Before Your Interview, Relocating, Multiple Offers - Listener Q&A We answer questions on how to share important information before you even get an interview and how that impacts moving forward and receiving offers. https://podcasts.apple.com/me/podcast/moveup-job-interviews-negotiation-promotions-offers/id1538223546 https://moveupcareers.com/survey
Replay for the Live Youtube Q&A. Listener Questions and Answers about being confident without seeming arrogant, second job interviews, jobs that say they are stressful, handling multiple offers & interviews, and more! https://podcasts.apple.com/me/podcast/moveup-job-interviews-negotiation-promotions-offers/id1538223546 https://moveupcareers.com/survey
The Job Interview Question, "Tell me about a challenge or conflict you've faced at work and how you dealt with it." breaks interviews. Fail it, and you head toward the bottom of the list. Answer well, and you'll stand out - even from other candidates with better skills.In this episode, I share the mistakes people make when answering this, how to get it right, and five answer examples and templates you can use. https://podcasts.apple.com/me/podcast/moveup-job-interviews-negotiation-promotions-...
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http://lifeafterthelayoff.com/ A free live masterclass on August 19 featuring three career experts and ME!! Sharing strategies to recover from a layoff, rebuild confidence, and get hired fast — with Q&A included. RSVP TODAY! https://podcasts.apple.com/me/podcast/moveup-job-interviews-negotiation-promotions-offers/id1538223546 https://moveupcareers.com/survey
Feeling stuck in your job or unsure how to pivot careers? In this episode, career strategist Stephen Short shares 20+ years of experience helping people find fulfilling work—and ace interviews along the way. Whether you're job hunting, considering a career change, or aiming for a promotion, this episode is packed with real talk and actionable strategies. You’ll learn: Why 50% of people feel professionally stuck—and how to change thatThe 2 key qualities every interviewer is really looking forW...
What attitude should you have for your interview? Confident? Nervous? Humble? Smart? In this listener Q&A, we cover the difference between feeling and attitude and how to have the right mindset for your interview. https://podcasts.apple.com/me/podcast/moveup-job-interviews-negotiation-promotions-offers/id1538223546 https://moveupcareers.com/survey
Be the Unicorn Book: https://a.co/d/e2h15zL Be the Unicorn Website: https://www.vanderbloemen.com/be-the-unicorn Vanderbloemen Staffing: https://www.vanderbloemen.com William Vanderbloemen, CEO of Vanderbloemen Search Group, has conducted over 30,000 interviews and joins us to share how you can stand out as a candidate. Drawing from his extensive experience, William offers practical tips on: Answering "Tell me about yourself" to impress any interviewer.Writing cover letters an...
Interview question "Tell us about a time you received negative feedback" has hidden depths. It's not just about weaknesses: It reveals how you react to criticism, assess your skills, and approach improvement. Good answers: Acknowledge weakness, explain how you learned from it, and showcase growth. Bad answers: Blame others, make excuses, dwell on the past mistake. Tip: If you've never received major negative feedback, discuss seeking feedback for improvement. https://podcasts.apple.com/me/pod...
Introduction to Positivity: This year’s focus is on how positivity can transform your personal growth, job search, interviews, and overall career trajectory.Defining Positivity: It’s not just happiness—it’s choosing hope, proactivity, and a solution-focused mindset despite challenges.Benefits in Career Growth:Positivity boosts resilience in a fast-changing work world.It enhances networking, opportunity recognition, and professional development.Job Search Mindset:Reframe rejection as a step ...
A single, career-defining question: “Can I create disproportionate value here - and will the organization reward it in the ways that matter to me?” Matthew shares the #1 question you must ask yourself before committing to a new job.Learn how to align your personal value creation with what a company truly rewards.Understand the difference between big bureaucratic vs. small fast-growing companies for your career path.Discover how to rank your priorities: time, money, autonomy, and more.Get prac...
Apply at: moveupcareers.com/coaching Limited spots. Matthew personally reviews every application. What Really Happens After the Interview Final decisions are made in a closed-door meeting most candidates never see.Story: Two equal candidates—one played it safe, one challenged a market assumption. The bold one got the $180K offer.Perfect answers don’t win offers. Problem-solvers do.The 3 Tables You Must Win Recruiter:They scan fast—resume must scream “perfect fit” in seconds.CEO/Owner:T...
Speaking confidence coach Linda Ugelow joins the Move Up Podcast to explore how job seekers can overcome interview nerves, build authentic presence, and communicate with clarity and confidence—especially in high-stakes, video-based environments. Connect with Linda: lindaugelow.com/rituals Delightinthelimelight.com Key Takeaways: Nerves are natural and can enhance performance if properly managed—adrenaline can sharpen your focus.Speaking anxiety often stems from past experiences; resolving...
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Use code "moveup" for one free month at Callings.ai Garrett Rice, co-founder and CEO of Callings.ai, shares how his team is revolutionizing the job search process with AI-powered tools designed to help job seekers navigate an increasingly complex and competitive market. Key Takeaways: Garrett and his co-founder built Callings.ai out of personal frustration with the outdated job search process, aiming to provide an all-in-one platform for job seekers.Today’s job market is more competiti...
You nailed the interview. They smiled. Then… silence. Here’s why. Summary: Most candidates never pitch themselves—they only answer questions.Hiring managers aren’t mind-readers. Your job is to connect the dots.Show up as the solution to their problems or opportunities.Learn the pitch that landed roles at Microsoft, Apple, and more.Two levers that close interviews: positioning + pitch.https://podcasts.apple.com/me/podcast/moveup-job-interviews-negotiation-promotions-offers/id1538223546 https:/...
Feras Ahlou shares the five most important strategies Gen Z job seekers and early-career professionals can use to gain career traction, while also revealing how getting laid off led him to a life-changing entrepreneurial journey. Key Takeaways Over 50% of Gen Z graduates are underemployed a year after graduation—Feras outlines practical steps to overcome this, including leveraging AI, acquiring certifications, and reframing work-life balance.Being laid off can become a pivot point; Feras expl...
Most interview questions are easy to prepare for — but this one trips up even seasoned executives, VPs, and top salespeople. In this episode, Matthew reveals the deceptively simple interview question designed to uncover dangerous red flags — and how you can ace it to stand out in today's ultra-competitive job market. You’ll learn: The exact question top recruiters use to test your humility and self-awarenessWhy failure to answer this one question signals major red flags to hiring manage...
Connect with Lorraine: unforgettablepresencebook.com linkedin.com/in/lorraineklee Lorraine K. Lee, LinkedIn Top Voice & author of Unforgettable Presence (Apr 22 2025) Big Idea – Hard work gets you noticed inside your cubicle; presence gets you noticed outside it.3 Arenas to MasterExecutive Poise – How you show up in rooms.Digital Footprint – LinkedIn posts ≈ once / month to start.Micro‑Interactions – Slack, meetings, quick intros.Quick WinsCraft a one‑line A‑U‑P‑I (unique intro).Use...
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