7 podcasts to help you find a new job in the next 12 months by Emily Moore on Jan 2, 2018, 4:28 PM Advertisement
 - Podcasts are a great way to keep yourself entertained or learn something on your commute.
- Whether you want to monetize a side gig, map out a career plan, or climb the corporate ladder, there are a number of podcasts that will tell you how.
- Some of these include "Career Relaunch," "Manager Tools," and "How Did You Get Into That."
Looking for a near-effortless way to improve your odds of landing a job? Look no further than podcasts.
Sure, you might associate them primarily with shows like "Serial" or "Welcome to Nightvale," but there are plenty of podcasts out there that aim to be as useful as they are entertaining. Whether you're hoping to upgrade your resume, polish your networking skills or pass an interview with ease, there's a podcast out there that can help — and gaining that valuable knowledge is as easy as putting on headphones. So the next time you need a way to pass the time — say, during your commute, at the gym, while you're cleaning — listen to one of these seven great career podcasts. It won't take a lot of effort, but it can make a huge impact. SEE ALSO: 3 things the most successful people do at work every day, according to neuroscience 1. 'Career Cloud Radio'  Best for: Brushing up on the fundamentals Must-listen episode: Great Resumes and Good Advice "Career Cloud Radio" is often considered the OG career podcast, providing expert insight on the job search since 2007. While it delves into the nuts and bolts of job seeking — what to put in your resume, how to answer interview questions, how to negotiate your salary — it's not just for first-time job seekers. The variety of guests on the show and points of view presented will maintain the interest of even the most seasoned professionals. Best of all, it's full of actionable, straightforward and most of all effective advice.
2. 'Career Relaunch'  Best for: Transitioning to a new career Must-listen episode: Making Your Next Career Move With Khai Yong Anyone making a drastic career change will feel unsure of themselves from time to time. If that happens to you, just tune into "Career Relaunch" to gain the inspiration you need to keep going. Host Joseph Liu interviews real professionals from all walks of life who have successfully transitioned from one role to a drastically different one (think: a pharmacist turned digital marketer). Aside from giving you hope that big career changes are indeed attainable, the guests share practical tips and tricks on how you can make a pivot yourself. And their personal, often moving anecdotes will ensure that you hang onto their every word.
3. 'The Pitch'  Best for: Learning how to market yourself Must-listen episode: Shift If you like "Shark Tank," you'll love "The Pitch." It's a similar concept — entrepreneurs with 'The Next Big Idea' pitch investors, with real money on the line — but in podcast form. Besides hearing intriguing business ideas (Premium instant coffee! Smart mirrors! In-home bidets!), you'll learn plenty about what it takes to sell someone on your idea — critical if you're hoping to start your own business, or just need to hone the perfect elevator pitch about why you're the best candidate.
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