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Almost Hired... with Jackie Ducci

Hiring situations are tough to navigate, whether you're on the employer or the candidate side. Finding that perfect person, or convincing an employer that you are the right fit for the job, can be incredibly frustrating. But how much easier would it be if you knew exactly what the other side was thinking? Or if you could learn best practices from true experts, who live their lives in hiring every single day? Well, now you can! Meet Jackie Ducci, a talent acquisition pro who knows her stuff - and has a 90% success rate making long-term placements to prove it. In Almost Hired, Jackie will take you behind the scenes of how hiring really works - from the inside. She'll dive deep into all aspects of hiring (and getting hired) by sharing her own experiences, as well as interviewing hiring managers, business owners, and other working professionals about their perspectives. So, what are you waiting for? Candidates: let's ensure that the next job you have your heart set on will be yours. Employers: let's make your next big hire your most successful yet. Achieving your hiring goals starts NOW - with Almost Hired.

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Be Your Best Self to Attract the Best Opportunities

July 13, 2021 • Jackie Ducci • Episode 17

017 - Be Your Best Self to Attract the Best Opportunities

“Be the best version of yourself” is a phrase that’s thrown around a lot these days. It’s a concept that is embraced by many, but thought to be a little hokey by others. Whichever category you fall into, it’s important to know that there is actually a lot of merit behind this idea when it comes to getting hired, or advancing your career in general. People who know who they are and project it confidently are the ones who stand out in hiring processes. Why? They are more real, believable, sure of themselves, and convincing. They connect on a deeper level, and can more easily express why they are the fit for a job. It’s all very attractive to employers. So what exactly does it mean to be your best self? And HOW do you do it?

Joining the show to discuss is Erin Lombardi. Erin is the owner & founder of EL Strategic, a boutique firm specializing in business development, brand engagement, and broker services for small to mid-size businesses. She lives in Loudoun, VA and is intimately involved in her community as an Ambassador for the local Chamber of Commerce, a mentor for the Young Entrepreneur Academy, a member of the Chamber Public Policy and Economic Policy Development Committees, and more. Erin has won multiple awards including being named to Loudoun County's 40 under 40 in 2019, and Young Professional of the Year in 2020. She is also a former pageant competitor, and holds the title of Mrs. Loudoun County.