Jonathan Javier: Networking Hacks to Land a Job in the Pandemic | Career | E83

<p>Learn how to make a lasting impression on recruiters and new connections from Jonathan Javier!</p><p>Today, Hala is yapping with Jonathan Javier, CEO and Founder of Wonsulting. Jonathan has previously worked at tech giants like Google, Snapchat, and Cisco before starting Wonsulting. The mission behind Wonsulting is to help students from non-target schools land dream jobs at major companies through resume workshops, speaker series, and more.</p><p>In today’s episode, we’ll talk about Jonathan’s start in the tech world and how COVID prompted him to work on Wonsulting full time. We’ll also dig deep into advice for current job seekers, tips to nail your next interview, and how to grow a meaningful network.</p><p> </p><p>Social</p><p> </p><p>Follow YAP on IG: <a href="https://exit.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fyoungandprofiting">www.instagram.com/youngandprofiting</a></p><p>Reach out to Hala directly at <a href="mailto:Hala@YoungandProfiting.com">Hala@YoungandProfiting.com</a></p><p>Follow Hala on Linkedin:<a href="https://exit.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.linkedin.com%2Fin%2Fhtaha%2F"> www.linkedin.com/in/htaha/</a></p><p>Follow Hala on Instagram: <a href="https://exit.sc/?url=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.instagram.com%2Fyapwithhala">www.instagram.com/yapwithhala</a></p><p>Check out our website to meet the team, view show notes and transcripts: <a href="http://www.youngandprofiting.com">www.youngandprofiting.com</a></p><p> </p><p>Timestamps</p><p> </p><p>00:59 - How the Idea of Wonsulting was Created</p><p>02:43 - Are Companies Missing Out by Only Targeting Ivy-Leagues?</p><p>05:29 - Starting a Side Hustle with a Full Time Job</p><p>07:24 - When Jonathan Realized He Had to Leave his Full Time</p><p>08:33 - Challenges Jonathan Has Faced</p><p>11:05 - How Recruitment Has Changed with the Pandemic</p><p>16:24 - Jonathan’s Advice for Those Who Lost Their Job</p><p>18:44 - Advice for Minorities to Stand Out When Applying for Jobs</p><p>21:25 - Current Advantages for Job Seekers</p><p>24:15 - Learnings from Rejection</p><p>26:22 - Jonathan’s Experience with Imposter Syndrome</p><p>29:51 - Best Tips on Interviewing</p><p>31:40 - How Jonathan Prepped for Interviews</p><p>35:17 - Jonathan’s Personal Networking Story</p><p>40:21 - Strategies to Grow Your Network</p><p>43:35 - What to Do vs. What Not to Do When Networking</p><p>45:25 - How to Share Wins Without Bragging</p><p>48:28 - Jonathan’s Intro to Speaking Engagements</p><p>53:41 - Ways Jonathan Improved His Speaking</p><p>55:01 - Why Jonathan’s Biggest Post Went Viral</p><p>56:36 - Jonathan’s Secret to Profiting in Life</p><p> </p><p>Links</p><p> </p><p>Wonsulting Website: <a href="https://www.wonsulting.com/">https://www.wonsulting.com/</a></p><p>Jonathan’s LinkedIn: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanmjavier/">https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonathanmjavier/</a></p><p>Jonathan’s Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/jonathanwordsofwisdom/">https://www.instagram.com/jonathanwordsofwisdom/</a></p><p>Jonathan’s Website: <a href="https://jonathanwordsofwisdom.com/">https://jonathanwordsofwisdom.com/</a></p><p>Wonsulting Instagram: <a href="https://www.instagram.com/wonsulting/">https://www.instagram.com/wonsulting/</a></p>