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Episode Notes

Moving Past Rejection to Stand Out in the Interview Crowd with Jeanne Giordano and Shanaya Green

With Black History Month approaching, the Together We Can Be The Dream podcast is designed to increase awareness and advocacy for black and other often overlooked employees.  This week’s host is Liberty Mutual client service manager Jenise Beaman.  She is joined by Liberty Mutual Senior Technical Recruiter Jeanne Giordano and Aon Early Careers Recruiter Shanaya Green for a discussion on how to move past rejection, preparing for your next interview, and strategic ways to stand out in every interaction you have with your potential employer.

• [2:34] Steps to pivot toward success after inevitable rejection.
• [4:35] The value of soliciting feedback and practicing for your next interview.
• [6:00] Identifying underrepresented talent through networking and apprenticeship programs.
• [8:09] Preparing for interviews and increasing the likelihood of receiving an employment offer.
• [10:30] Key points to add to your resume beyond work experience.
• [11:30] The value of a well-prepared elevator pitch and thought out interview questions.

Additional Resources:

Aon’s website

Early Careers at Aon

Liberty Mutual Insurance - Liberty Mutual Business Insurance

Tweetables:

• “We’re all going to deal with rejection in our lives. We need to develop a healthy response that allows us to pivot.” — Jeanne Giordano
• “We’re always looking to expand where we’re able to pull talent from in order to help drive diversity and representation.” — Jeanne Giordano
• “Our apprenticeship program is an alternate pathway into our firm for folks that have not yet earned a bachelor's degree.” — Shanaya Green
• “Be ready to say ‘I don’t know that, but I’m willing to learn’.”— Jeanne Giordano
• “Candidates need to have their ‘tell me about yourself’ elevator pitch prepared.” — Shanaya Green