7 Strategies to Start Your Job Search, with Mher Mardoyan

Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job

Mac's List

Careers, Business

4.8 • 624 Ratings

🗓️ 13 August 2025

⏱️ 27 minutes

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Summary

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16262&preview=true) Starting a job search without a strategy is like wandering in the dark. According to Find Your Dream Job guest Mher Mardoyan, most job seekers make the mistake of immediately updating their resume and applying online without a clear focus. This "spray and pray" approach leads to zero responses because it lacks intention. Mher's seven-step framework transforms job searching from day one: identify your core values, maintain a positive mindset throughout the marathon-like process, and craft compelling stories that make you memorable. Successful job searching requires treating it like a project with weekly goals and dedicated time blocks. Rather than applying to 50 jobs with generic resumes, focus on fewer opportunities where your skills truly align. The key differentiator? Networking and relationship building – many positions are filled through referrals, not online applications. About Our Guest: Mher Mardoyan is a career coach who helps early to mid-level professionals find jobs faster. He’s also the host of the Career Advice Podcast, Crack the Hiring Code, Get Hired. Resources in This Episode: Visit his YouTube channel Connect with Mher on LinkedIn. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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1:00.2	You'll be glad you did.
1:14.9	This is Find Your Dream Job.
1:19.5	The podcast that helps you get hired, have the career you want, and make a difference in life.
1:21.7	I'm your host, Mac Pritchard.
1:23.8	I'm also the founder of Max List.
1:29.3	It's a job board in the Pacific Northwest that helps you find a fulfilling career. Every Wednesday, I talk to a different expert about the tools you need to get the work you want.
1:34.3	A job search can feel overwhelming, especially in the beginning.
1:39.3	You know you want to use your time well, but you may be unsure about what works and what doesn't.
1:46.7	Meher Mardoyen is here to talk about seven strategies to start your job search. He's a career
1:53.3	coach who helps early to mid-level professionals find jobs faster. Meherr also hosts the career
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