Shortlisted by Future Women
Shortlisted by Future Women
Nothing makes a person go weak at the knees quite like a job interview. No matter how experienced or accomplished you are, being quizzed on your suitability for a role, is nerve-wracking. Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi have been on both sides of job interviews more times than they can count. And they’ve learned that most interviews come down to the same handful of questions - and the same common m…Follow the podcast:
A new podcast for women who are told they’re “too much”.
Ask any woman and she’ll tell you about a time when she was too something. At work, women are suffocated by stereotypes about who we should be and how we should behave. In FW’s new podcast, Too Much, join Helen McCabe as she speaks with high-achieving women who bucked trends, disrupted systems and…
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Introducing Mindset: Your guide to getting out of your own way
Introducing the spiritual sequel to Shortlisted - Mindset. Mindset is a guide to getting out of your own way and a blueprint for professional success. In this series, neuroscience coach Shelley Laslett will join FW’s Sally Spicer to explore the negative feelings that threaten to hold us back befo…
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How to answer: “Do you have any questions for us?”
In this episode Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi fast forward to the end of your job interview. When the hard part is over, you’ve answered all their questions and it’s very nearly time to wrap up, when you’re asked: Do you have any questions for us? Let’s learn how to get the answers to any questions…
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How to follow up post-interview
In this episode Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi are doing a post game analysis. In other words, how to assess the success of the interview and what you should do next. Let’s figure out when, how and if you should get in touch again after your interview. Subscribe on Apple or Spotify Join Future Wome…
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Curveball questions and how to catch them
In this episode Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi prepare you for the questions you can’t really prepare for. From which kitchen utensil best represents your personality to how many tennis balls would fit in a Boeing 747, employers love a curveball question. We’ll explain how to stay calm, understand w…
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How to answer: “Why do you want to work for us?”
In this episode Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi will help you plan the best possible answer to another common interview question: Why do you want to work for us? This question is an incredible opportunity to communicate your values and show how they align with your potential new employers’. So, let’s…
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How to talk about: A major career transition
In this episode Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi teach you how to communicate why you’re transitioning to a new career and how to showcase the transferable skills you possess. Pivot was not just the word du jour of 2020. Let’s learn what it takes to switch industries by harnessing the benefits of what…
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How to talk about: An extended career break
In this episode Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi teach you how to explain having taken an extended career break, without it hurting your chances of getting the job. We’ve included not only tips but possible scripts, to help get you started and boost your confidence at the same time. Subscribe on Apple…
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How to answer: “Why did you leave your last job?”
In this episode Helen McCabe and Jamila Rizvi tackle the common interview question: Why did you leave your last job? While we always counsel honesty, this is an occasion where too much information can be a hindrance rather than help your chances of getting the job. Let’s navigate the minefield of h…
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BONUS: Ageism in an interview setting
In this bonus episode, we’re tackling the age-old problem of ageism. Participants in Future Women’s Jobs Academy have told us that this is something they’re worried about and, in some cases, have experienced. So, how do you respond in an interview where the employer clearly thinks your age means yo…
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