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Chan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanCrossing State Lines: How To Master Your Out-of-State Job HuntEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode, Max Chan shares how to apply for a job out of state. Max will hit on why company’s hesitate hiring out of state people, tips to show you’re still the best fit, and lead you to landing that job despite your location. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 | Introduction 00:40 | Applying for out of state jobs 01:00 | Companies hesitate hiring out of state 01:42 | Strengthening your out of state application 03:18 | Conclusions & Wrap Up   RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS Chan With A Plan Max Chan on Social Media
2023-12-0804 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanBeyond Human: How The Growth Of AI Has Affected The Copywriting IndustryEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Mila M., copywriter, content creator, and actor/model. During this conversation Max and Mila discuss AI tools, copywriting, and how expand your streams of income without overextending. QUOTES FROM MILA “This is kind of echoing what you said last time about paranoia, where people kind of psych themselves out and they get into this mindset where they feel they have to kind of conform to something or do something because they're scared of what the alternative is.” “I can...
2023-11-2957 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow To Go From A 9-to-5 to a Digital NomadEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Darlene Meissner, Founder and Coach at Décalage Solutions. During this conversation Max and Darlene discuss burnout, fixing our self-talk, and being a digital nomad. QUOTES FROM DARLENE “Burnout became a big part of myself and what was happening to me for the past several months. And it has made me think this whole time about how important it is to really check in with ourselves.” “If I'm not using all of my self an...
2023-11-2233 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanJourney to the Top: What You Give Up for Career GrowthEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Jason Sharon, real estate mortgage broker. During this conversation Max and Jason discuss multiple industry careers, knowing yourself better, and what to sacrifice to get into a new industry. QUOTES FROM JASON “But then cars and girls got to be interesting, so coins went by the wayside. And then cars and girls got to be a big pain in butt, so coins came back. So me and my buddy Bill started buying and selling coins just out of...
2023-11-1539 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanMapping Your Career Pivot: From Stuck to UnstoppableEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Anjali and Urvina, a duo who are founders of Ukan Coaching. During this conversation Max and his guests discuss career pivots, overcoming roadblocks, and evaluating your next career move. QUOTES FROM ANJALI & URVINA “It could be six months to a year, even. I think it's quite subjective and different for every person who goes through that process. Sometimes it's also important to look at how you're reacting, how you're behaving.” “Some of the underlying issues in terms of lac...
2023-11-0841 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanWhy You Should Never Trust The Promise Of A Future Promotion At WorkEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode, Max Chan discusses some times getting a promise for promotion isn’t always truthful. He will discuss if promotion promises are genuine, advice for promotions, and what to focus on. TIMESTAMPS 00:00 | Introduction 00:35 | Promotions 00:50 | Not all are lies 01:08 | Changes happen 01:26 | More than one star player 01:35 | Not available 02:07 | Max’s advice 02:35 | Conclusions & Wrap Up   RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS Chan With A Plan Max Chan on Social Media
2023-10-2703 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanJob Hunting Like a Pro: How to Ace Your Next Job SearchEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Kate Teves, career coach. During this conversation Kate discusses career transitions, resume building, and how to be a better networker. QUOTES FROM KATE “I think it's a chance to reassess your resume and reassess your gaps in terms of your missing skills and knowledge and things like that and find a way to address them. Maybe take the next couple of weeks to do so. While the market is on the rise and take some courses, revamp your re...
2023-08-0853 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanJob Hunting as a Newcomer? Don’t Make These 6 Critical Mistakes That Are Costing You The JobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max highlights the 6 critical mistakes that many newcomer job seekers unknowingly make, which can hinder their chances of landing their dream job. From resume blunders to cultural misunderstandings during interviews, Max uncovers the key missteps to avoid. Learn practical tips and strategies to overcome these challenges, enhance your job search, and increase your chances of securing employment as a newcomer.  TIMESTAMPS [00:00] Intro & summary [00:57] Debunking immigrant myths [01:30] Not understanding the job market [01:53] Ignoring cultural differences [02:05] Not utilizing networking [02:43] Not mastering t...
2023-07-1605 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanUnemployed and Worried? Expert Tips to Expedite Your Job Search JourneyEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Cindy Chan, career coach. During this conversation Cindy discusses layoffs, balancing emotions but taking action, and AI with the job search process. QUOTES FROM CINDY “You can't expect me to respond to your direct message if you send it to me at around like 8:00 PM and the job people is like, oh, okay. I, I hadn't thought about that. I thought they're on there all day every day. Yes, but they have to give themself a break.” “We're human...
2023-06-2054 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe Harsh Reality: Why an MBA Doesn’t Automatically Lead to a Fat PaycheckEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max dives into the hotly debated topic of the MBA degree. Max will discuss the pros and cons of an MBA degree, quality of MBA programs, and how an MBA can improve your skills. TIMESTAMPS [00:39] MBA degrees [01:45] Pay increase? [02:40] Gaining relative experience [03:33] Improving skills and abilities [04:05] Benefits of MBAs [04:18] Career advancement [04:35] Career changes [04:47] Networking [05:06] Personal Development [05:38] Summary   RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS Chan With A Plan Max Chan on Social Media
2023-06-1606 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe 3 Paragraph Cover Letter Framework That Gets You The Job InterviewEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max shares how to create an effective cover letter. Max will share why a cover letter is important, some mistakes people make on their cover letters, and how to properly format your cover letter for success. TIMESTAMPS [01:02] Cover letters are an additional platform to showcase your experience [01:12] Cover letters help you stand out [01:28] They allow you to show your writing skills [01:40] You can show off your personality [02:00] A common cover letter mistake [02:18] First paragraph: Your qualifications [02:48] Second paragraph: Show, not tell. [03:29] Third paragraph...
2023-06-0205 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a Plan10 Essential Tips to Excel in Your Next Virtual / Video Job InterviewEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max shares 10 things to help you ace your next virtual / video interview. Max will share how to navigate the world of virtual / video interviews and how to improve your chances of moving on to the next round or getting that coveted job offer.  TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Virtual Interviews [01:13] Test your technology [01:32] Create a professional environment [01:52] Be dressed to impress [02:10] Prepare ahead of time [02:32] Minimize distractions [02:59] Body language matters [03:23] Have good equipment [03:38] Show enthusiasm [03:55] Take notes [04:16] Follow up after [04:50] Summary   RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS...
2023-05-2605 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanWhy You Should Ignore Job Requirements And Apply AnywayEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max shares discusses applying to jobs despite what some of the requirements might be. Max will share why requirements are more like a wish list, the deeper deal when companies are trying to hire, and ways to help you stand out despite not meeting some of the requirements. TIMESTAMPS [00:39] Ignoring job requirements [01:20] Real deal with hiring [01:40] Correct percentage of requirements met [01:45] Does the job excite you? [01:51] Are you lacking teachable skills? [02:04] Must-haves vs Nice-to-haves [03:12] Taking your application up a notch [03:25] Summary  
2023-05-1904 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe Road Less Traveled: Why Many Miss Their Ideal Career Path in Their 20sEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max shares how most people pick the wrong career when they’re starting out. Max will share tips on self-discovery, how to navigate societal and parental pressures, and how to not give up because any setbacks or mistakes can benefit your future. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Bit of bad news [01:13] Not doing the proper research [01:27] Self-discovery is crucial [01:40] Societal & parental pressures [02:23] Embrace the possibility of failure [02:40] Lacking experience [03:04] No perfect career [03:30] The rapid changing job markets [04:49] Navigating twist and turns   RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS ...
2023-05-1206 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanMaximizing Your Chances of Getting Hired: A Step-by-Step Guide to Online Job ApplicationsEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max will be sharing some valuable insights on how you can land your dream job through applying online. As we navigate through this digital age, finding the right job can be quite challenging. However, Max will be discussing some effective strategies on how you can stand out from the crowd and increase your chances of getting an interview. He will be sharing some valuable tips on how to craft a compelling application that will grab the attention of potential employers.  TIMESTAMPS [01:02] Research the c...
2023-05-0505 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanMy $8,000 Investment in Online Certifications: Was it Worth It?EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max shares his personal experience of spending $8,000 on various online certifications to advance his career. He discuss the reasons why he decided to make this investment and what he hoped to gain from it. He will also provide a detailed breakdown of the different certifications he obtained, the time and effort required to complete them, and the cost involved. Moreover, he talks about the challenges he faced along the way and how he overcame them. He also reflects on the value of these certifications in...
2023-04-2808 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanMastering the Art of Answering ”Why Do You Want to Leave Your Current Job?” in a Job InterviewEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max gives you the steps to answer, “Why are you looking to leave your current job?” Max will address why this question is asked, provide you tips on answering it, and even sample answers. TIMESTAMPS [01:15] Why are you looking to leave your current job? [02:00] Try to avoid being negative about your current job [02:14] Highlight your career goals [02:31] Stay professional [02:47] Be concise [03:17] Sample answer 1 [03:34] Sample answer 2 [03:55] Sample answer 3 [05:05] Summary   RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS Chan With A Plan Max Chan on Social Media
2023-04-1706 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe Ultimate Guide to Writing Thank You and Follow-Up Emails for Job SeekersEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max gives you the 2 emails you need to remember to write during the interview process. Max will explain these 2 emails, why it is important to follow up, and why forgetting to send these emails could be detrimental in your job search success TIMESTAMPS [01:08] Why the thank you and follow up emails are important [01:42] When to send the thank you email [01:53] Tips for a great thank you email [02:08] Thank you email template [03:25] The follow up email [03:35] Tips to a great follow up email [03:51] Follow...
2023-04-0706 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanImpress Your Interviewer: Top 8 Questions To Ask At The End Of Your InterviewEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max gives you the 8 questions you should ask at the end of your interview. Max will explain these 8 questions, why it is important to ask good questions as the person being interviewed, and what the answers to these questions mean for this new job. TIMESTAMPS [01:13] What are the next steps in the hiring process? [01:36] How do you onboard new employees? [02:16] How long have you been a manager? [03:08] What are the biggest challenges that one might face? [03:50] What is the performance review like? [04:43] What...
2023-03-3107 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe Dangers of Job Hopping: What Career Experts Don’t Tell YouEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max explains why job hopping isn’t always the best thing to do to advance your career! Max will explain why job hopping can hurt your career more than help, the reasons it is negative to your resume, and when it might be okay to job hop. TIMESTAMPS [01:04] Increases your chances of being laid off [01:47] You make it more probable to land in a toxic job [02:35] Job hopping can increase stress and pressure [03:25] Limited opportunities for career advancement [04:18] Reduced benefits and perks can be...
2023-03-2408 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a Plan7 Warning Signs You’re About to Get Fired From Your JobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses 7 signs that you’re about to get fired, ranging from changes in your workload and responsibilities to negative feedback from your manager. By identifying these warning signs, Max aims to empower listeners with the knowledge and awareness to take proactive steps to safeguard their employment and career prospects.  TIMESTAMPS [00:43] Getting laid off vs Getting fired [01:31] Formal warnings [02:06] Not getting new tasks or responsibilities [02:38] Being asked to train someone for your position [03:25] Manager is documenting your mistakes and performance issues [03:50] Man...
2023-03-1706 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe Problem With Entry Level Jobs: Why They Often Require More Than Just A DegreeEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses about job applications for entry level positions, stating why they aren't really entry level. Key points he discusses in this episode are the truth about “entry level” jobs, 7 reasons why entry level jobs aren’t truly entry level, and how to better your chances to get that first entry level job and begin your career in your desired field.  TIMESTAMPS [00:38] Max’s job search reality [01:55] Job market competition [02:29] Industry knowledge [02:59] Technology skills [03:43] Previous work shows strong work ethic [04:15] Company culture [05:00] Reducing training...
2023-03-0307 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to Overcome Any Adversity and Thrive in Your CareerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Bill Murphy, author, speaker, and philanthropist. In this conversation Bill discusses how to thrive in the storms of life and finding your why in a career you love. QUOTES FROM BILL “It's way easier not to have to explain why you didn't keep going on. On the flip side of that, if you stumble and you fall and you miss a few things and you miss your workouts, your gym visits, then you can even say, ‘Hey everybody, I dr...
2023-02-2841 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to Know When It’s Time to Move On: 5 Signs You Should Quit Your JobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses when it might be time to quit your job. Key points he discusses in this episode are the signs you should quit your job and how staying in a bad job can hurt your health and relationships. TIMESTAMPS [00:39] Time to quit your job [01:03] Toxic work environment [01:44] Toxic work environments can cause negative health issues. [02:34] Ways to tell if you’re underpaid [03:10] Work-life balance [04:52] Lack of growth opportunities [05:27] Are you being led on about promotions? [06:09] Misaligned values [07:12] Summary   RESOURCES & REL...
2023-02-2408 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanNo Tech Experience, No Problem: How To Break Into Tech By Leveraging Your Existing SkillsEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Priya Sam, keynote speaker, executive presentation coach & keynote consultant and podcast host. In this conversation, Priya discusses how she made a career change from journalism into tech consulting and how she was able to leverage her existing skills in journalism and public speaking to make that leap.  QUOTES FROM PRIYA “I've talked to dozens of people. I applied for dozens of jobs. I mean, this one felt like the right fit, but I think so many things need to...
2023-02-2138 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to Deal with Rejection in Your Job Search: Tips and Strategies for Moving ForwardEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses the pain of job search rejections. Key points he discusses in this episode are the reasons you might get rejected, feelings that come after getting rejected, and how to overcome them. TIMESTAMPS [00:57] Reasons you might get rejected. [02:55] Feelings that come after getting rejected. [04:24] How to move forward from job search rejection. [04:34] Staying positive. [04:42] Stay active and engage in your job search. [04:57] Ask for a second opinion. [05:37] Talk to someone about your feelings. [06:34] Summary   RESOURCES & RELEVANT LINKS Chan W...
2023-02-1707 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanCreating a Life You Love: Tips for Finding Career HappinessEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Steph Shinabery, CEO of Genius Code Academy. In this conversation Steph discusses changing careers even if you’re older and when is the right time to go all in on your dream career. QUOTES FROM STEPH “But say you're kind of like still the solopreneur. You're doing a lot of, maybe you have a little bit of a team. How can you maybe decrease your profits for a shorter period of time to figure out what it is that...
2023-02-1444 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a Plan5 Resume Mistakes That Could Cost You Your Dream Job And Derail Your CareerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses 5 common resume mistakes. Key points he discusses in this episode are the 5 common mistakes people make on resumes, how to write a summary correctly, and bad formatting practices. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Your resume is the snapshot into your whole career [01:20] Don’t put your education above experience [01:55] Listing a bunch of job duties can hurt your resume and why [03:19] Highlight more than generic soft skills [04:14] Review the job advertisement [04:30] Make sure you have a career summary [06:20] Bad resume structure [07:55] Summary   RES...
2023-02-1009 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanWhat to do after your job offer is withdrawnEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Colleen Paulson, a career consultant with her business Colleen Paulson Consulting. In this conversation, Colleen discusses what happens when a job offer gets rescinded and how you can recover from it happening. QUOTES FROM COLLEEN “It's getting in the mindset that just because this didn't work out for you, it has nothing to do with your abilities. You know, you shouldn't let it shake your confidence once they take it personally, even though it has nothing to do wi...
2023-02-0734 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanYour Career Roadmap: How To Answer The Job Interview Question Where Do You See Yourself In 5 YearsEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to answer the question “Where do you see yourself in 5 years?” Key points he discusses in this episode are how to prepare for this question and how to craft an answer that will help you stand out. TIMESTAMPS [01:03] Companies want to know your long term goals  [01:13] Your answer shows your commitment level [01:25] How you answer also helps the company plan [02:32] Don’t be vague or non-committal [02:46] Being unrealistic and overly ambitious is bad [03:02] Don’t be self-centered [03:16] Align with the company’s...
2023-02-0306 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanNavigating Heartbreak: Coping with Unexpected Career NewsEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Liz St. Jean, founder of The Mint Ambition, a website in growing leadership skills and advancing careers. In this conversation Liz discusses overcoming obstacles, navigating layoffs, and her 3 question framework to handle gut-wrenching news. QUOTES “I do hard work. I should be rewarded for it. And sometimes that can really trip us up because to move into a supervisory position or a management position, it's not about doing good work of what you're doing at the individual level. Li...
2023-01-3144 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to Handle the What is Your Greatest Weakness Interview Question And Pass The Job InterviewEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to deal with the interview question “What is your greatest weakness?” Key points he discusses in this episode are the 4 common mistakes when answering this question and how to structure a winning answer. TIMESTAMPS [01:05] Spinning your strengths as a weakness [01:15] Providing no weakness at all [01:27] Providing a deal breaking weakness [01:48] No improvement plan [02:17] Identifying a genuine, non-deal breaking weakness [02:49] Explaining the importance of this weakness [03:26] Results of you improving the weakness [03:42] Reinforce your commitment to improve   RESOURCES & RELEV...
2023-01-2704 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe Job Search Mistake You Can’t Afford to Make: Panic Applying And What To Do InsteadEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Cassie Spencer, a career coach and podcast host of Happenstance. In this conversation, Cassie discusses the economic climate and layoffs, panic applying, and what happenstance is all about. QUOTES “You know, many people experience happenstance in terms of they maybe didn't necessarily plan on entering a specific field or industry, but a conversation or an opportunity led them onto a specific path that they didn't even know existed. But there they are.” – Cassie Spencer “It's really important for people to take a l...
2023-01-2441 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe hidden dangers of accepting a counter offer from your employer and why it’s always a bad career ideaEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to deal with counter offers from your current employer when you plan to exit for a new job. Key points he discusses in this episode are: why people take counter offers so often and why you should not take a counter offer. TIMESTAMPS [00:55] Getting a counter offer [01:40] Taking a counter offer out of fear [02:05] Too much emotional attachment [02:30] Your sense of loyalty [03:00] The issues have been resolved or so you think [03:45] Never take a counter offer because it’s desperate [04:45] A...
2023-01-2006 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanRevamping Your Job Search: Why You’re Not Hearing Back and How to Change ItEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Jennifer Coners, of Jen Coners Consulting. In this conversation Jen discusses her career as a direct hire recruiter and business consultant, navigating layoffs, and working on getting your dream job. QUOTES “You're going to be great in that industry. So they have to have that confidence. You have to build them up, you know? And it's okay to say you're new. It's okay to say you don't know, but you also have to say, but here's what I can bring to...
2023-01-1745 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a Plan7 Red Flags In A Job Interview - Signs of a Bad EmployerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses what to look out for during job interviews and how to spot red flags. Key points he discusses are why you shouldn’t take a bad job, the 7 red flags to watch out for during a job interview and questions you can ask an interviewer to get a better feel for the job. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Looking for THE job, not A job [01:05] Don’t take a bad job [02:38] Navigate the job search process to find a good job [03:04] 7 Red Flags in a Job...
2023-01-1310 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanOvercoming fear of failure: How career risks will help you growEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Frank O’Connell, author of Jump First Think Fast. In this conversation, Frank discusses his extensive career with major companies like Reebok, and HBO, how to evaluate risk along your career journey, and build yourself into a confident expert. QUOTES “In trading cards. We had all of the athletic NBA, NFL all of their licenses, and everybody said, this is the athletic trading card business. The kids said, no, you're in the business of connecting heroes and their fans.” – Frank O’Connel...
2023-01-1044 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanTell Me About Yourself - A Good Answer To This Interview QuestionEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to properly respond to the question “Tell me about yourself”. Key points he discusses are how to successfully summarize your professional background, accomplishments, unique qualities, and how to connect your goals with the job. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Tell me about yourself interview question [01:02] Being too literal and personal [01:35] Don’t ramble when answering [02:00] Stop being too modest [02:31] Don’t be too general [03:52] Highlighting your professional background correctly [04:05] Using your top accomplishments  [04:28] Hitting on your unique qualities [04:40] Connecting the dots between roles and goals
2023-01-0605 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanDon’t Panic: How to Thrive in a Recession through Smart InvestingEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Mark Willis, CFP with Lake Growth Financial Services, working with individuals, couples, and business owners who want to grow their wealth in a safe and predictable manner, and create tax-free income for life. In this conversation Mark discusses how to navigate a recession and prepare for retirement with your finances. QUOTES “But I want more control. I want more agency. I want more capacity to be able to influence my environment rather than being impacted by it. And so that's be...
2023-01-0343 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to prepare for phone interviews and get more job offersEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to prepare for phone interviews to pass more interview rounds and get more job offers to take your career to the next level. Key points he discusses are questions to prepare for getting asked, what questions to ask at the end to help you strategize for future interviews, and phone interview logistics. TIMESTAMPS [01:03] Main goal of phone interviews [01:25] Being clear and concise  [02:28] STAR method [03:26] 2 questions you need to ask [05:15] Following up after the interview [05:30] Logistics for a good phone interview  ...
2022-12-3007 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to break the glass ceiling in the workplace and achieve your dream careerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Dr. Maky Zanganeh, Author of the book The Magic of Normal and Co-CEO of Summit Therapeutics, focusing on improving patient outcomes for serious unmet medical needs. In this conversation Maky discusses her battle with cancer and her journey to writing her book and how all those challenges gave her a new outlook on life. QUOTES “You never know how strong you are until being strong is the only choice you have. At the end of the day, if you think that ev...
2022-12-2722 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to make interviewers see you as the right fit for the jobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max Speaks with Austin Kerr, Founder & CEO of Humanagement.io, the simple software to manage your employees & business. In this conversation Austin discusses his experience in the HR industry and how you can prepare better for interviews and increase your chances of getting hired. QUOTES “That was where I went, I don't want to do this job anymore. I'd realized that the parts of it that made me happy were no longer, and so that's a good reason to not do a jo...
2022-12-2049 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanEverything you need to know about salary negotiation to get more money with your new jobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses how to negotiate your salary when going through the interview process. Key points he discusses are doing your research, networking, and building relationships. Max also gives guidance on what are the best things to say during the negotiating process. TIMESTAMPS [00:40] Don’t leave money on the table [01:26] Doing the correct research  [02:06] Network and get informational interviews set up [02:36] Building relationships with recruiters [03:34] Answering the question about salary expectations [04:26] Picking a range and using correct wording [06:05] What to say when negotiating [07:04] Negotiating pro...
2022-12-1609 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow studying and working abroad can improve your career and change your lifeEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Marina Krivonossova, a professional in Public Relations & Communications. In this conversation Marina discusses her transition internationally for schooling and work as well as her use of LinkedIn to network to grow her career.   QUOTES “I've never done anything with LinkedIn. Because I think as many people, I had the belief that like LinkedIn is just where you paste your resume. You say I'm humbled to announce my new job, things like that. But I was like, No, there's got to...
2022-12-1341 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to stay motivated during tough times in your career (Layoff, Toxic Work Environment)EPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Jennifer Brick, Career Strategist and Founder of Capdeca Solutions focused on helping ambitious professionals dismantle the glass ceiling for themselves for good. In this conversation Jennifer discusses how to stay motivated during tough times in your career whether you have been laid off or currently stuck in a toxic work environment.   QUOTES “There's a lot of people that meet me that are like, I can't stand your voice like I hate you like what you're saying makes no sense. And...
2022-12-0652 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow I got to 10,000 downloads for the podcast, and the future direction of the showEPISODE SUMMARY Chan With A Plan The Podcast recently hit a milestone, achieving 10,000 cumulative downloads. In this episode, Max breaks down the best practices, tips and tricks he used to achieve this download number to help you if you're looking to start and grow your own podcast. In addition, he provides a few nuggets on the future direction of the show, with the new format starting with the 100th interview episode of Chan With A Plan which will be released next week as he brings back one of his 1st guests that help him launch...
2022-12-0208 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to get unstuck in your career by mastering your mindset, helping you make more money and live a bigger and better lifeEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Jamie and Jacklyn Purvis, father-daughter Co-Founders of the Be Do Have Movement - High-Performance Coaching Company, helping people get unstuck to build bigger careers and businesses through the Be Do Have Method. In this discussion Jamie and Jacklyn provides strategies on how you can master your mind and get clarity in order to achieve your goals.   QUOTES “Most people have no problem spending a lot of money on a car, like jumping on a plane and spending $10,000 on...
2022-11-2948 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to overcome fear and failure in order to become successful in your career and live the life you wantEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Alden Mills, Founder of Perfect Fitness, 3 Time Navy SEAL platoon commander and best selling author to discuss his learning lessons throughout his career and business life, especially on the topic of turning fear and failure into fuel to help you achieve career success.   QUOTES “When you have a tiger by a tail, with that kind of a launch, as fast as it can go up, it can also go down. I really didn't want to have to sprint to hir...
2022-11-2248 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to optimize your LinkedIn profile for your job search to successfully change careers or get your dream job fastEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Mohammed Kasujee, Career Coach and Founder of MK Career Solutions. Mohammed shares his best advice to help you optimize your LinkedIn profile to either successfully change careers or get your dream job fast.    QUOTES “So be very, very wary about disclosing finances or information on your LinkedIn profile that gives away too much information about the company. People can get in trouble for that. So, if there's anything that you feel in doubt, just remove it, especially when it comes...
2022-11-1531 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanCreative ways to pay off your student loans fastEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Patricia Roberts, COO of Gift of College where she discusses creative strategies that you can use to pay down your student loan faster and move forward with your life.   QUOTES “I also have personal experience with the value of higher education. I believe firmly it is that education that I obtained that helped me to lift myself and my family out of the situation that we were in.” – Patricia Roberts “I found a way to make it work to go to col...
2022-11-0843 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanAre certifications worth it? When to get certified and when not to for building your careerEPISODE SUMMARY Max discusses his experience in getting multiple certifications to build his career, and reflects whether it was worth the investment in time and money. He hopes by sharing his experience, it will help his listeners who are currently going through the decision making process to make the right move for their career. Based on this past week's episode with Dr. Sabine Charles on how to pass your certification exam on the 1st try, build your career and make more money. TIMESTAMPS [01:34] Max’s journey with career changes, education, and certifications [02:11] Co...
2022-11-0407 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to pass your certification exam on the 1st try, build your career and make more moneyEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Dr. Sabine Charles, CEO of TAPA Institute on how to effectively prepare for your certification exam and pass it on the 1st try. Dr. Sabine Charles goes through her study system she has developed that helps you prepare for your certification exam for any field, making this episode a must listen for anyone going through this process.   QUOTES “Everyone wants an A, so then what happened? We try to give everyone an A. I always tell my students there's two...
2022-11-0134 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to overcome the fear of making a career change and take action to get your dream jobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max chats with Lisa Arthur, a multiple business owner who has an extensive background in education working as a Department Chair for her department for 2 years. Lisa comes on to discuss her insights and strategies on how you can overcome your fears and insecurities when it comes to making a successful career transition.    QUOTES “Really it comes down to you trusting your inner being and trusting yourself to make that transition. Imposter syndrome. As you talked about, there's a lot of people that...
2022-10-2545 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe Career Triple Jump: How to successfully change job functions, industries and countries all at the same timeEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Megan Camacho, a qualified career and life coach with 15 years of professional experience in a variety of companies and industries including media, law, investment banking and higher education. She has worked with multiple MSc and MBA students in successfully making the career triple jump, which is changing job function, country, and industry, all within a compressed timeframe. So if you are looking to make a pivot whether it's a new job, moving to a new country or changing industries, this episode is for you. 
2022-10-1842 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to beat the Sunday Scaries and learn to love Mondays againEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Tammy Alvarez, CEO and Founder of Career Winners Circle, a comprehensive collection of coaching and training programs designed to strengthen leaders to grow their careers quickly and sustainably. In this conversation, Tammy provides insights and strategies on how you can stop the "Sunday Scaries” and learn to love Mondays again.   QUOTES “You're exactly right Max, every single one of them comes in with that fear, right? I'm going to have to take a step back to be happy. And I don...
2022-10-1144 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to get a job where you can work from homeEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Juliana Rabbi, a Career Coach where she provides insights and strategies on how to get a remote (work from home) job. Whether you want to get a remote job, or hybrid job, every job search starts with the fundamentals of a targeted job search strategy and Juliana dives into different ways to prep for your job search to get the job you want.   QUOTES “People in my team, they were not working remotely. So it was kind of a wei...
2022-10-0456 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to jump start your job search this fall and get your dream jobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, Max speaks with Chengeer Lee, a Talent Acquisition Professional where he shares his insights and strategies to help listeners who are currently in the job market, improve their job search results to get their dream job.    QUOTES “I was getting paid, especially at higher levels, like my compensation was bad. But this culture made me absolutely miserable and no amount of money will be able to justify it. There are more things to life than money. Money, will come if you believe in y...
2022-09-271h 06Chan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to get your dream job in 90 daysEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Jette Stubbs, Career and Business Coach in which she talks about her job search journey where she had to get a job in 90 days, or she would have to leave Canada. It was definitely a stressful time for her. But she was able to achieve her goal and now has built a successful career coaching business. She tells her story in hopes of providing insights and strategies to help accelerate your own job search to get your dream job in record time.   ...
2022-09-2048 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanDealing with rejection in your job search and overcoming a lack of experience to get your dream jobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Stuart McCalla, Managing Partner at Evolution, a coaching, culture and leadership development firm. Stuart shares his underdog career story from being a college dropout to building a prosperous career in tech with the purpose of providing lessons in hopes of helping guide you in your job search to get your dream job.    QUOTES “I was like, ‘Well, what do I need to do?’ And what I figured out is relationships serve you best when looking for a job. So, when I w...
2022-09-1347 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to thrive in career uncertainty and stay positive during a long job searchEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Kate Walker, HR and Leadership Consultant. Kate discusses how to thrive in career uncertainty and provides actionable insights and strategies to help you stay positive during a long and exhausting job search.    QUOTES “I wouldn't say that when decisions are being made. Again, every layoff every situation is different. But if you were a high performer, a top performer, then someone may fight a little harder to keep you on.” – Kate Walker “I did not believe in moonlighting because I was more...
2022-09-0648 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to deal with stress at work to take back control of your career and lifeEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max discusses stress reduction tips in the workplace, with Fran Garton, a Pain Reduction Coach, Body Positive Personal Trainer and a Fibromyalgia Warrior who helps women who desperately want to live pain-free. Fran specializes in helping people lower the stressors they have in the workplace. So, if you feel overly stressed in your job, this episode is for you.   QUOTES “I like it to be simple two types of stress, internal stressors, and external stressors. So, the external stressors, I'll start with the...
2022-08-3045 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to identify your personality in order to find a job you loveEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan with a Plan, Max speaks with Sarah Wallace, a Certified Enneagram Coach, host of the Enneagram MBA podcast, speaker, and workshop facilitator. Sarah discusses the 9 types of personalities that people have to help them discover their true self and find a career path that aligns with their personality.    QUOTES “There were probably multiple things that were like I want to be accomplished. Yes, I want to be strong and powerful, right? Yes, I want to have integrity. We have all nine of those strategies in us...
2022-08-2332 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to get unstuck in your career, give yourself a fresh start and start living the life you wantEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Andrew Waddell, The Midlife Coach that helps men struggling with midlife and provides guidance to discover the life they want to live and how to live it. Andrew discusses how men can feel stuck in their careers midlife but also how there is hope to overcome this obstacle and live their life on their terms.    QUOTES “I mean, for me, midlife crisis is sort of immediately a derogatory term, right? It's like society has kind of positioned the...
2022-08-1645 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanCareer learning lessons from the 2008 recession to help you recession proof your careerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Roman Prokopchuk Founder of Nova Zora Digital, and podcast host of the Digital Savage Experience. In this conversation, Roman discusses lessons he learned during the 2008 recession that will help others prepare for what many experts are predicted the next big recession.    QUOTES “For me, I didn't really have a choice. So, I took advantage of the opportunity. Ask yourself, ‘If you get an opportunity in a completely different field, and it potentially can lead to something else are yo...
2022-08-0955 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to get your 1st Customer Success Manager Job in TechEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Natalie Murphy, who successfully transitioned from a Recruiter Role to her 1st Customer Success Manager Role in Tech. She provides job search tips from her days as a recruiter and also provides insights and strategies on how she was able to make the pivot to a Customer Success Management position, so you can do the same as well in your career.   QUOTES “I love understanding the mind. I love understanding interpersonal relationships, human interactions, human behavior, and rec...
2022-08-021h 04Chan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to get your 1st job in Corporate America as a New ImmigrantEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Angelina Spadaro, Founder of CAN.Link.People and has over 15 years of HR experience including reviewing over 70,000 resumes and interviewing thousands of candidates. In this conversation, Angelina discusses helping new immigrants land jobs in North America. She uses her experiences being an immigrant and working in her corporate positions to help other immigrants land their 1st job in their field in North America.   QUOTES “I think the idea is just really to build relationship. And you know, use...
2022-07-2649 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to improve your communication skills for career advancementEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Tracy Hooper, Founder of the Confidence Project. In this conversation, Tracy discusses how to communicate effectively in the workplace and how the words we use can hurt or help us excel in our careers.   QUOTES “Scientists tell us if you use someone's name, it activates a part of their brain long enough for them to stop talking. And for you to be able to interject what you want to say.” – Tracy Hooper “It's all about our audience, whether w...
2022-07-1949 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to grow your career and make more money by building a strong personal brandEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jennifer Shryock, Certified Master Coach and Founder of Rainmaker Resumes. In this conversation, Jennifer discusses how building a personal brand is crucial in your job search journey and the steps you can take to build a solid personal brand to grow your career and make more money.    QUOTES “How do people know that quality? How do people really understand what you do? In the real world? The answer to the question how you grow your career might be b...
2022-07-1240 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to switch jobs to maximize your salary in your careerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Sonja Price, a Certified Career and Executive Coach. Sonja discusses how she helps professionals who want to have more meaning and fulfillment in their life and find jobs that are an excellent fit for them. She discusses steps professionals can make to not only make more money but be more fulfilled. This episode is to help you take a step up in your career ladder.   QUOTES “The challenge with this is that when you get a raise and...
2022-07-0543 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to make a successful career change and live a more fulfilling lifeEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Scott Anthony Barlow, CEO of Happen to Your Career, which focuses on researching on what creates more fulfilling work. In this conversation, Scott discusses how to have a fulfilling career and strategies for listeners to get their careers to the next level. This episode is to help you make a career change, whether it's moving to a different industry all together, or just looking to elevate where you are right now, because you feel stuck.   QUOTES “He gav...
2022-06-2846 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to effectively apply for jobs online to get your dream jobEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Shelley Piedmont, an HR Professional for over 20 years that has reviewed thousands of resumes and interviewed many candidates to count. In this conversation, Shelley discusses how to improve your chances during your job search and help with career clarity. She has a lot of experience with HR, recruiting and discusses her experience with hiring and working with hiring managers. This episode is to help you with your job search and increase your chances of getting the job of your dreams.   ...
2022-06-2159 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanThe stages of the employee lifecycle, from excitement to becoming disengagedEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Karen Loftus a consultant that helps the C-Suite improve employee engagement and implement change management and leadership development initiatives. In this conversation, Karen discusses her journey of working in HR and has a lot of experience with understanding why employees come and go. This episode is to help you understand the employee lifecycle from being really excited for a new job to getting disengaged from the organization and looking for your next opportunity.    QUOTES “That first week, it's...
2022-06-1442 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanCareer Advice for Introverts: How to embrace your introversion in order to accelerate your careerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jacqueline Shaulis, motivational speaker and author that guides introverted women of color to get seen, heard, and respected by embracing their awesome. Jacqueline explains what introversion really is and the common misconceptions people have about introversion. She then dives into strategies on how to thrive in a corporate work environment as an introvert and how the winning formula is to embrace your introversion, not try to reject it and become something you’re not.  QUOTES ”There’s nothing wrong with be...
2021-10-1950 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanJob search success, large vs small companies and which size company is right for youEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Dani Hao, a marketing communications leader who has worked in both the B2C and B2B space and is passionate about building brands, community, and real connections. Dani walks us through her career journey and her experience working at companies of various sizes and highlights the pros and cons of each to help you make the right decision when it comes to making your next career move.  QUOTES ”When I first started off my career, I thought that joi...
2021-10-1252 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanWhy I quit my 1st job in order to grow my careerEPISODE SUMMARY Max shares his story on why he quit the only company he's ever worked for in order to grow his career to where it is today based on this past week's episode with Jennifer Hocutt on how to quit your unsatisfying job and do something you'll love.  TIMESTAMPS [0:59] Why Max left his 1st job at the only company he's ever worked for [2:39] Thoughts on counter offers and why Max knew not to take their counter offer if they offered him one [3:34] Overview of Max's exit strategy and successfully pivoting from agency to b...
2021-10-0107 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to quit your unsatisfying job and do something you‘ll loveEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jennifer Hocutt, founder of J. Hocutt Group LLC, focusing on helping professionals become the CEOs in their career. We discuss the common reasons why professionals leave their job, and help you craft an exit strategy to not only leave your unsatisfying job, but to find a new opportunity that gives you fulfillment and satisfaction, as we all should be able to find happiness in the work we do.  QUOTES ”No matter where you are in your career, whether you lov...
2021-09-2857 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to work effectively with others in order to excel in your careerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Mike Montague, founder of Playful Humans, a community designed to help the burned-out and bored get re-energized and engaged with life. We discussed how to effectively work in a multigenerational team in order to excel in your career, from obstacles younger professionals face when trying to get promoted, presenting ideas and getting buy-in with an older executive team and how to successfully manage a multigenerational team.  QUOTES “[When it comes to preferred method of communication in the workplace] typically Bab...
2021-09-1454 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanAdvice for young professionals in order to thrive in their careerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Dominic Imwalle, Founder of DxConsulting. We discussed various strategies that young professionals can utilize and implement in order to excel in their career. From building confidence, growing your network and making a big impact at work without compromising your personal life and mental health in the process.  QUOTES “Setting expectations is my favorite, clear and upfront and I just did it this week with a manager, hey this is a promotion year for me, I’m looking to do X Y a...
2021-08-2449 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to build a personal brand that services people worldwide for beginnersEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Dr. Michael Ho, Founder of DR. HO’S, a company that has developed and formulated a line of products that have helped millions worldwide live a healthy lifestyle. We discuss his career journey in depth, from starting out running his own clinics, to transitioning in creating and developing his line of products and expanding his business worldwide, all through the power of building a trustworthy personal brand. QUOTES “I want to create a brand that people will trust, so putt...
2021-08-1747 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to launch a product successfullyEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Nicole Andani, VP of International Sales & Marketing at Northern Response, a company that reaches 90 countries worldwide. We go in depth on product development and product marketing, from finding the right product to build, finding key subject matter experts to help you with your launch and marketing your product effectively to your target market.  QUOTES “I always say when something is in the market and successfully selling, it’s proof of market, it is selling and so if you can captu...
2021-07-271h 08Chan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanTaking career risks to help you land bigger opportunitiesEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Lindsay Issler, an entertainment industry veteran currently a Brand Director at CBS. We go in depth with Lindsay’s career journey from getting her start in the entertainment industry and taking risks in her career in order to get to where she is today. Lindsay also provides advice for aspiring entertainment professionals that want to get into the industry themselves and what they need to do in order to be successful in the industry in the long run. QUOTES “Dig...
2021-07-2048 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanStarting your Salesforce career in under 6 monthsEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Justin Dux, a Salesforce Administrator for Be The Match, a company saving lives by matching unrelated donors to cellular therapies. Justin provides an overview of what Salesforce is and why starting your career path in Salesforce as a Salesforce Administrator can be the 1st step to a long and lucrative career. QUOTES “CRM, or Customer Relationship Management Software is in almost every industry, Salesforce the company has 25% of the market for this type of software and they are projecting 4 mi...
2021-06-0851 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanNetworking strategies to help you land your next job and grow your careerEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Brittany Ramsey, Founder of BWell Mindset with over 7 years of recruiting experience both internal and agency side. Brittany discusses various networking strategies to help you land your next job, from the dos and don’ts of outreach and how to stand out from other professionals networking at the same target companies that you are also pursuing. In addition, she also emphasizes how networking should not only be for when you need a job and that you should always be building relationships even wh...
2021-06-0143 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanPersonal finance tips for millennials: How to build wealth and achieve financial freedomEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Kirsten Granados, Founder of Grow & Arrow based in Irvine, California. Kirsten discusses a wide range of fundamental personal finance topics such as investment options, credit scores and financial planning to buy your 1st home. Kirsten also discusses a framework on how to evaluate purchase decisions as well as having the right financial mindset for long term wealth.  QUOTES “One of the things I would encourage them to keep in mind [when it comes to spending money], is just, when you...
2021-05-2537 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanCorporate America and how to succeed in it as a recent immigrant or 1st generation professionalEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Edward Gorbis, CEO of Career Meets World, a personal development coach, career strategist and author of the book Unbreakable Mindset. Edward discusses his journey into corporate America as an immigrant and what he did to become successful in the workplace. The discussion continues with Edward providing advice on what fundamental skills that immigrants and first generation professionals need in order to succeed in an environment that is foreign to them to achieve the career goals that they desire.  QUOTES “I k...
2021-05-1140 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanGoing from entrepreneur back to employee: Job search tips after being your own bossEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Courtney Nicholson, a sales and marketing professional that ran a boutique digital marketing agency for 7 years before joining a company in Indiana that provides energy code compliance services to residential and commercial builders. Courtney discusses how she ended up becoming an entrepreneur and what led her to close her business to pursue other opportunities. Her main message in this episode is to embrace your entrepreneurial roots if you decide to go back and join a company, as many companies would value your...
2021-05-0451 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to negotiate your salary like a pro to get maximum compensationEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Mark Herschberg, author of The Career Toolkit, Essential Skills for Success That No One Taught You. Mark discusses the importance of always negotiating your job offer, as well as tips and strategies to negotiate for maximum compensation. The discussion ends with a few tips on how to improve your current compensation package at your company so you leave nothing on the table.    QUOTES “Learning how to negotiate a little bit better, is literally going to add 5 figures, even 6 figures to yo...
2021-04-2040 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to land a job at Amazon and the complete walkthrough of their interview processEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with GG (Gayle Gallagher), former Senior Manager - Marketing at Amazon, now Founder of the Amaz0n Interview Whizz Academy, an E-Learning Amazon interviewing training platform to help you prepare for the Amazon interview process. GG discusses the complete Amazon application process from beginning to end and provides great tips along the way. The discussion ends with how to do well when you are starting off at Amazon and what she liked most about working for one of the biggest companies in the...
2021-04-1358 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to be assertive at work to stay true to yourself and your career goalsEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with AJ Vaughan, Co-Founder of The E1B2 Collective. His focus and dedication is to always put employees first and help forever change the world of work. AJ discusses why it is critical to be open with your career intentions with a company during the interview process and how to ensure that the company lives up to their promises to you as you help deliver value to them through your work. AJ ends the discussion with his thoughts on how companies c...
2021-04-0640 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanBuilding an Email list for your side hustle: How to get your first thousand EmailsEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Liz Wilcox, a serial entrepreneur who specializes in Email marketing and helps turn your Email marketing initiatives into a converting machine. Liz talks about how to develop a target Email list that wants to buy from you immediately, the best Email marketing software to start off with and how collaborating with other professionals in your field is the best tactic to accelerate your Email list building efforts.    QUOTES   “You don’t want an Email li...
2021-03-3049 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanOvercoming Imposter Syndrome at work and living to your true career potentialEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Diana Alt, a career strategy coach who utilizes the skills she’s gathered throughout 20+ years in corporate product development roles to help people manage their careers and business. Diana discusses in depth about imposter syndrome from what it is, to the long term consequences it will have in one’s career if they don’t manage it. She discusses strategies and tactics on how she helps her clients overcome imposter syndrome to propel their career forward in the right direction.  ...
2021-03-2349 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to build your first online course and start generating revenue immediately for your businessEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Leslie Cason, founder of The Creative Enclave, a tech studio specializing in helping course creators build profitable online schools on Teachable and Kajabi. Leslie shares the fundamentals of creating a profitable online course, from finding the right expertise to monetize, what content should be in a course and how to ensure that your first course launch is a successful one.   QUOTES   “The reality is [when it comes to finding the right free information is...
2021-03-1629 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanATS / Applicant Tracking System explained and what you need to know about it to land your next jobEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jon Heise, President of Covert Recruiting. From popular assumptions to key features, they go in depth about the applicant tracking system (ATS) and how significant of a role it plays in the job application process and how it affects job seekers when applying online. They also discuss additional strategies to get in front of decision makers, to help you land an opportunity at one of your target companies.   QUOTES   “[As a recruiter] we gener...
2021-03-0234 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanCollege degrees and how to maximize them to land your dream jobEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Chris Cornthwaite, who’s the founder of Roostervane to help students build amazing careers with whatever degree they’ve got. Chris talks about discussing assumptions made about how hard it is to land corporate jobs with liberal arts degrees and how to navigate this, the importance of soft skills in the workforce and how networking is the key strategy to even the playing field when it comes to job hunting with any degree.    QUOTES   “A de...
2021-02-2334 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanJob search strategies for recent college graduates to help you land your next jobEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Casey Welch, Co-founder and CEO of Tallo, a digital platform and app that’s connecting over 1.3 million students and professionals to opportunities offered by colleges, companies and organizations. Casey provides job search and career tips catered to Generation Z that have recently graduated from university/college in one of the worst economic climates in recent memory. He discusses building a robust online professional presence, how starting at the bottom of a Fortune 500 company can give you immense opportunity to move up...
2021-02-1618 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to start a side hustle and start making money immediatelyEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Vanessa Zamy, who runs her own consulting company, Your Vision’s Catalyst that coaches and advises 9-to-5ers on how to build a profit producing, purpose driven side hustle. Vanessa debunks common myths about side hustles and guides you on how to set up the proper foundation for success. We end the discussion on what is the right amount of monthly revenue you need to generate to start considering making your side hustle a full time venture.    QUO...
2021-02-0931 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanHow to get promoted at work and make more moneyEPISODE SUMMARY In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Terry McDougall, an Executive & Career Coach of Terry B. McDougall Coaching. Terry gives advice on how to position yourself for a promotion with tips such as impression management and performing for the job you want instead of the job you have. She also discusses some alternative career moves you could make if you get passed over for a promotion in order to still move your career forward. We end the discussion with what mindset shifts you have to make and what initial...
2021-02-0226 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanDealing with job loss and how you can recover quicklyEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Jennifer Brick, a career success coach and owner of Capdeca Solutions. Jennifer gives advice on how to handle losing a job from a layoff, what to do afterwards and how to get back on your feet. She discusses the best course of action for the exit interview and finding your next job. Listen to what are some of the warning signs before a layoff and how to tell your family you’ve lost your job.   QUOTES
2021-01-2141 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanWorkplace Etiquette: How having proper manners leads to career successEPISODE SUMMARY   In this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with Donald Gregory James about how manners are the key foundational components for career success. Donald shares how manners helped him propel his career at NASA and his experiences interviewing candidates through his 35 years of experience. Donald also talks about the importance of authenticity and his upcoming book.   QUOTES   “But it really is more about who you are as an individual and having that personality, that essence, those manners, if you will, really reflect the g...
2021-01-2039 minChan with a Plan
Chan with a PlanBreaking into tech: How to apply to big tech companies to land your 1st job in the industryIn this episode of Chan With A Plan, host Max Chan speaks with A.J. Mizes, founder and CEO of The Human Reach. A.J. previously worked as a Senior HR Leader for Facebook and has over a decade of experience in career coaching and human resources. He shares what employers look for in applicants and tips that can help job seekers stick out for top tech companies such as Microsoft, Google and Facebook.   QUOTES   “Applying online can work, and there’s definitely cases where big tech companies are hiring people from an onl...
2021-01-1636 min