Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job
by Mac Prichard
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Don’t Follow Your Passion When You Pick a Career, with Grace Lee
Jun 24, 2026
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Follow Your Interests and Find Your People, with Leah Payne
Jun 17, 2026
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Stop Underselling Yourself in Your Job Search, with Elizabeth Gross
Jun 10, 2026
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You’re Not Alone: Using Mentorship to Pivot, Progress, and Land Your Next Job
Jun 8, 2026
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How to Make the Most of Your Professional Association, with Cheryl Ferguson
Jun 3, 2026
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| Date | Episode | Topics | Guests | Brands | Places | Keywords | Sponsor | Length | |
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| 6/24/26 |  Don’t Follow Your Passion When You Pick a Career, with Grace Lee | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16818&preview=true) Have you ever heard that to find the job of your dreams, you should follow your passion? The reality is not all passions lend themselves to a career, and not everyone has passions to follow. Instead of trying to figure out your passion so that you can be happy at work, Find Your Dream Job guest Grace Lee says it’s a better idea to pursue meaningful purpose. Stop hoping to find your perfect career; take charge of your future by digging deep into what drives you and creating your own opportunities.About Our Guest:Dr. Grace Lee is the founder of Mastery Insights, a coaching and education company. She is on a mission to unleash the extraordinary in the world through insightful career development, integrating neuroscience and business development principles.Resources in This Episode:For more insights into building your career, check out Mastery Insights.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 6/17/26 |  Follow Your Interests and Find Your People, with Leah Payne | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16814&preview=true) Networking doesn't have to feel transactional or awkward. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, career counselor Leah Payne shares why the best networking happens when you follow your interests. When you show up to events and communities that matter to you, you’ll meet people who care about the same things, and genuine connections will follow.Leah walks through helpful strategies for connecting with your community: joining professional associations, using LinkedIn's alumni search filters, and asking people in your network for referrals. In every conversation, she says to lead with curiosity, not an agenda. The relationships you build today may not pay off for months, but they can make a difference down the road.About Our Guest:Leah Payne is a career counselor at Portland State University.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Leah on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 6/10/26 |  Stop Underselling Yourself in Your Job Search, with Elizabeth Gross | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16810&preview=true) If you’re like most people, you don’t enjoy talking about your greatest accomplishments. It can feel uncomfortable to “toot your own horn,” even when a hiring manager asks you about your skills and expertise. If you want to stand out in today’s tough job market, Find Your Dream Job guest Elizabeth Gross says you must overcome this reluctance. Elizabeth shares how to emphasize your accomplishments on your resume, as well as the best way to sell yourself on LinkedIn. About Our Guest:Elizabeth Gross is the owner of Job Search Divas, where she offers a range of career-related services, including resume writing, career coaching, job search strategies, networking skills, and interview preparation.Resources in This Episode:To find out more about Elizabeth and the services she offers, visit her website at www.jobsearchdivas.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 6/8/26 |  You’re Not Alone: Using Mentorship to Pivot, Progress, and Land Your Next Job | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16816&preview=true)More than 120 job seekers, students, and community members gathered at the Ecotrust Building’s Billy Frank Jr. Conference Center in Portland on Thursday, May 7, for a conversation about one of the most important aspects of the job search: mentorship.Hosted by Mac’s List and presenting sponsor Portland State University, You’re Not Alone: Using Mentorship to Pivot, Progress, and Land Your Next Job featured a panel of career coaches, HR leaders, and executives. Here is a recording of that event.About Our Guests:Gina Riley, Executive Career Coach, Gina Riley ConsultingEd Johnson, Chief Executive Officer – Community Health Centers at OHSU and Board Member of PSU FoundationTia B. Coachman, Founder and Chief Executive Officer at Affirma ConsultancySee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 6/3/26 |  How to Make the Most of Your Professional Association, with Cheryl Ferguson | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16807&preview=true) Referrals matter in hiring, and professional associations are one of the best places to build them. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, Mac talks with career coach and former recruiter Cheryl Ferguson about how to find the right association, ease first-meeting nerves, and make meaningful connections.Cheryl also explains why volunteering and speaking can put you on a hiring manager's radar before a job opens up and why the biggest mistake people make is showing up only when they need a job. Cheryl says show up consistently, share your knowledge, and enjoy yourself.About Our Guest:Cheryl Ferguson is a coach who works with people who want a better career. Previously, Cheryl was a recruiter for more than 25 years.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Cheryl on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/27/26 |  How to Explain Why You’re Looking for Another Job, with Susan Peppercorn | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16773&preview=true) What do you say when a hiring manager asks you why you’re looking for a new job? If this question makes you feel defensive, Find Your Dream Job guest Susan Peppercorn says you need to find a way to put a positive spin on your answer, even if the truth is that you were fired or laid off. Hiring managers understand difficult situations, so don’t be afraid to be honest, while not spewing negativity toward a former employer. Susan advises focusing on what you bring to the table and why you’re interested in working with that company.About Our Guest:Susan Peppercorn is a coach, writer, and speaker. She's passionate about helping people move from surviving to thriving in their careers. Susan is the author of the bestselling "Ditch Your Inner Critic At Work: Evidence-Based Strategies To Thrive In Your Career."Resources in This Episode:Connect with Susan on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/20/26 |  Use Your Career Story to Show Your Value, with Connie Teng | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16765&preview=true) An open job can get hundreds of applications. To stand out, you need to show employers how you can solve their problems, and that starts with knowing your story. Career coach Connie Teng joins Find Your Dream Job to break down what recruiters are listening for when you walk them through your resume, and why your "why" matters just as much as your skills and experience.Connie shares strategies for crafting a career narrative that connects your past roles, your motivations, and your strengths to the employer's specific needs. She also digs into the role limiting beliefs play in holding candidates back and how to get unstuck. Whether you're preparing for a recruiter screen or a final-round interview, this episode will help you walk in ready to show your value and make a lasting impression.About Our Guest:Connie Teng is a leadership and career coach who helps mid-career professionals and emerging leaders land and thrive in their next role.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Connie on LinkedIn.Visit Connie’s website.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/13/26 |  How to Show Confidence in a Job Interview, with John Ribeiro | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16759&preview=true)If you're like most folks, you feel nervous when going into a job interview. And science has shown that a lack of self-confidence directly affects your body language, which can distract the hiring manager or make you appear less suited for the job. You don’t want to walk into an interview room and try to wing it. You want to walk in there with confidence. Today’s guest on the Find Your Dream Job podcast, John Ribeiro, says that confidence comes from changing your mindset, preparing what you’re going to say, and sharing stories that show your true and authentic self. About Our Guest:John Ribeiro gives people what they need to ace a job interview. He prepares you with the skills and mindset to answer those tough questions that will lead you to a job offer. John is also a veteran hiring manager. And he’s a professional public speaker, podcaster, and co-author of the book Zero2hired: Successfully Break Through Your Interview Process.Resources in This Episode:Learn how to fully prepare for the interview process with John’s course, https://www.zero2hired.com/#courses. Are you jobless, underemployed, or dissatisfied with your work? John’s book, “Zero2Hired,” provides the help you need to break through the barriers that keep you from finding a job you love.If you love this podcast, be sure to listen to the Zero2Hired podcast, where John and his colleague share helpful tips and strategies on finding your dream job. Nail every behavioral interview question in your next interview by learning how to prepare for them. Download 100 Behavioral Interview Questions You Need to Know, the free Mac’s List resource that will give you a solid foundation for any question an interviewer may ask. Visit macslist.org/questions. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/6/26 |  How to Show Your Value to Employers, with Susan M. Barber | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16761&preview=true) Your credentials get you in the door. But to land the job, you have to stand out. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, guest expert Sue Barber explains why so many job seekers undersell themselves and what to do instead. She works with high achievers who stay in the background, and she's made a career of helping them step forward and speak up about the value they bring.Sue walks through how to take inventory of your strengths, use language that matches the level you're going for, and apply the "show, don't tell" principle to your interview answers. She also talks about what imposter syndrome looks like in the interview room and how to push through it. If you've ever deflected credit or downplayed your role in a project, this episode is for you.About Our Guest:Sue Barber is a coach who helps under-the-radar high achievers transform into visible leaders. Sue is also the host of The Visibility Factor podcast.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Sue on LinkedIn.Check out Sue's books, The Visibility Factor: Break Through Your Fears, Stand in Your Own Power and Become the Authentic Leader You Were Meant to Be, and Your Journey to Visibility Workbook.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 5/4/26 |  From Broadcast Journalist to DEIB Leader: Catherine Van’s Job Search Success Story | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16770&preview=true) On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Catherine Van shares how she transitioned from her childhood dream of being a broadcast journalist to becoming a DEIB leader at the Oregon Community Foundation, Oregon's largest private charitable funder. When the nonstop news cycle took a toll, she pivoted into nonprofit and corporate communications, bringing her commitment to storytelling and social justice.Years later, after returning from maternity leave at another organization, Catherine faced an unexpected layoff. By leaning on her network and reframing her skills, she found her way into equity work. Catherine talks about the psychological toll of rejection, the power of reframing your skills for a new context, and why the job search is never a solo sport. About Our Guest:Catherine Van leads equity initiatives at the Oregon Community Foundation.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Catherine on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
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| 4/29/26 | How to Find Your Career Purpose, with Erin Thomas✨ | career purposejob search+3 | Erin Thomas | Career Upgrade Coaching | — | career purposejob search+3 | — | 31m 31s | |
| 4/22/26 | Network Intentionally to Get Your Next Job, with Cam Yenokida✨ | networkingjob search+3 | Cam Yenokida | Achieve Excellence | — | networkingjob search+3 | — | 22m 41s | |
| 4/15/26 | Why You Don’t Need to Meet All the Job Requirements, with Eric B. Horn✨ | job applicationscareer strategy+3 | Eric B. Horn | C.A.R.E. podcastHow Professional is Your Development | — | job requirementscareer advice+3 | — | 27m 40s | |
| 4/8/26 | Slow Down to Speed up in your Job Search, with Adriane Jones✨ | job searchcareer coaching+3 | Adriane Jones | The Career Breakers ShowMacslist+1 | — | job searchcareer coach+3 | — | 23m 27s | |
| 4/6/26 | Skills Communicators Need in 2026 to Thrive in an Uncertain Job Market✨ | communication skillsjob market+4 | Regina LawrenceFelicia Rivers+2 | University of OregonYour Talent Ally+2 | — | communicationjob seekers+5 | — | 1h 01m 12s | |
| 4/1/26 | How to Answer Any Behavioral Interview Question, with Gina Riley✨ | behavioral interview questionscareer coaching+3 | Gina Riley | Talence GroupYou Map+2 | — | behavioral interviewinterview questions+3 | — | 27m 55s | |
| 3/25/26 | What to Do When You Don’t Know What You Want to Do, with Steven Rothberg✨ | career guidancejob search+3 | Steven Rothberg | College Recruiter | — | career sweet spotjob search+5 | — | 24m 13s | |
| 3/18/26 | How to Own the Room in a Job Interview, with Rachel Beohm✨ | job interviewconfidence+3 | Rachel Beohm | Macslistrachelbeohm.com | — | job interviewconfidence+3 | — | 27m 14s | |
| 3/11/26 |  Stop Saying “I Can Do Anything,” with Shannon Bloom✨ | job searchcareer coaching+3 | Shannon Bloom | Radiant Firefly | — | job searchcareer coaching+5 | — | 22m 11s | |
| 3/9/26 |  Building Meaningful Matches in Talent Acquisition: Joy Reimer’s Job Search Success Story✨ | job searchnetworking+3 | Joy Reimer | Century West EngineeringMacslist | — | job searchLinkedIn+3 | — | 17m 08s | |
| 3/4/26 |  How to Choose the Right Career for You, with Dalan Vanterpool | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/podcasts/career-happiness/how-to-choose-the-right-career-for-you-with-dalan-vanterpool) One of the biggest challenges that you will face in your professional life is choosing a career. It’s not only recent college graduates who face this challenge. Most of us will change careers at least once during our working lives. How do you find the job that’s the best fit for you, no matter your age? Find Your Dream Job guest Dalan Vanterpool says that before you begin thinking about certain roles, you need to ask yourself five specific questions. The answers to these questions can help you land a job that not only allows you to excel in your work, but also provides an atmosphere that you enjoy being a part of every day. About Our Guest: Dalan Vanterpool is a private banker and career development expert from the British Virgin Islands. Dalan hosts the Careers and Cash Flow podcast. His show helps young professionals build meaningful careers that lead to more time, money, and freedom. Resources in This Episode: Dalan’s podcast, Careers and Cash Flow, will show you how to transform from an average employee to an amazing leader. Dalan offers essential career advice for young professionals on his website, dalanvanterpool.com. If you wait for employers to bring up salary, you’re wasting your time and energy. My guide, How to Talk About Money in an Interview, shows you how to do salary research before meeting with a hiring manager. Learn how to be more comfortable talking about money and get the tools you need to request a higher salary. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 2/25/26 |  Why You Need to Track and Talk About Your Wins, with Ashlie Journet | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16651&preview=true) Hiring managers care about what you’ve achieved, not just what you were responsible for. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, recruiter and HR professional Ashlie Journet explains why it’s important to track your wins and talk about your impact. Many people overlook their own wins, so their resumes don’t reflect the results they’ve delivered. Ashlie breaks down what employers look for, like evidence you saved time, cut costs, worked across teams, and solved problems. She suggests keeping a “brag book” to record achievements, feedback, and metrics so you’re ready to confidently show up in your applications and interviews. Tailor each resume, highlight your strongest wins up top, and ask hiring managers about their challenges so you can show how your results meet their needs. Listen now to learn how to share your wins and stand out. About Our Guest: Ashlie Journet is a recruiter and HR professional and runs The Candidate Advocate Resume Writing Services. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Ashlie on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 2/18/26 |  What Do You Really Want? with Jennifer Schwartz | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16634&preview=true) When someone asks, “What are you looking for?” it can feel like a simple question, but your answer can shape your entire job search. Many candidates struggle to articulate that answer. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, executive and life coach Jennifer Schwartz explains why knowing where you want to go makes it easier to focus your energy and make clear decisions. Jennifer talks about how imposter syndrome, fear and other people’s expectations can cloud what you truly want. She offers ways to define your next role, from making a personal list of priorities to framing your goals around what you want to do to looking for evidence that your ideal job exists. This conversation will help you trust yourself and move toward work that fits your life today. About Our Guest: Jennifer Schwartz is an executive and life coach. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Jennifer on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 2/11/26 |  A Recruiter Shares Her Hiring Secrets, with Claire Martin | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16642&preview=true) Job seekers often wonder what recruiters are really looking for. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, former recruiter Claire Martin shares what happens behind the scenes when employers review applications. Claire is the director of employer engagement at Willamette University and has spent more than a decade recruiting and hiring. She explains how recruiters still read resumes, why research matters in interviews and how follow-up fits into the process. Claire also shares hiring secrets you can use right away. Learn how small details on your resume and LinkedIn profile shape first impressions, how to cultivate connections with an organization and when AI can help or hurt your search. Claire’s advice will help you show up as yourself and stand out in the hiring process. About Our Guest: Claire Martin is the director of employer engagement at Willamette University. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Claire on LinkedIn. Willamette Career Center Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
| 2/4/26 |  How to Get Clear About What You Want, with Sara Stowe | Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16628&preview=true) Knowing you want a change in your work life is one thing. Knowing what you want next is another. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, guest expert Sara Stowe talks about how clarity can shape a stronger, more focused job search. Through her work at True Terpenes and Portland Workforce Alliance, Sara supports professionals and students as they explore what meaningful, satisfying work looks like for them. Sara shares why rushing toward the next opportunity can lead to frustration, how to spot “bright and shiny” distractions and why values matter more than perks. She also explains how to build a list of priorities, sort your negotiables from your non-negotiables and use your skills to explore new paths. If you’re unsure about your next step, this conversation will help you make thoughtful choices about what comes next. About Our Guest: Sara Stowe is the vice president of people and culture at True Terpenes. Resources in This Episode: Connect with Sara on LinkedIn and visit the Portland Workforce Alliance website. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoicesSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info. | — | ||||||
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Chart Positions
29 placements across 27 markets.
Chart Positions
29 placements across 27 markets.