Mac Prichard

Portland

Founder and Publisher, Mac's List and Host at Find Your Dream Job Podcast

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

Hiring and career expert, communicator, and connector. CEO of @Macs_List. Host of “Find Your Dream Job” #podcast. Fan of #filmnoir, #precode, and #silentfilm.

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How to Relaunch Yourself After a Career Break, with Heather Black

1 week ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

Whether you’ve been away from the workforce for a few months or a few years, it can feel challenging to find your way back. But you can relaunch with confidence, says Find Your Dream Job guest Heather Black. Heather states it isn’t uncommon to have times away from working a job, and being unemployed is a great time to level up your skillset. Before you apply for a new position, consider what you can bring to the table.
How to Look for Work While Moving to a New Place, with Kimi Schiefer

2 weeks ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

If relocation is in your future, the time to look for a new job is now. Don’t wait until after the move, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kimi Schiefer. Kimi suggests adding in your upcoming move when filling out your current location on application materials. And while it’s fine to be open to different opportunities, your communication with a hiring manager should stress how much you want the job they’re hiring for.
How to Get a Marketing Job in Today’s Uncertain Economy

2 weeks ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

On May 15, we hosted our second quarterly event of 2025 in partnership with the University of Portland’s School of Business. More than 110 attendees gathered for networking and a panel discussion, “How to Get a Marketing Job in Today’s Uncertain Economy: Why Analytics Gives You an Edge.
How to Take Control of Your Next Job Interview, with Tanya Maldonado

3 weeks ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

Did you know that when you walk into an interview room, you are in the driver’s seat? If you struggle to know what to say during interviews, Find Your Dream Job guest Tanya Maldonado suggests teaching. You teach the employer who you are, what you have to offer, and how you have impacted previous companies. Tanya also says you should prepare questions for them, to get to know more about the company, and so that your answers can address those issues.
How to Build Meaningful Connections: Bryce Henshaw’s Job Search Success Story

3 weeks ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

Communication is key when it comes to your job search. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Bryce Henshaw shares their tips for building connections with current colleagues and keeping up with former ones. Bryce also stresses the need for commitment in your career. Choose a job you will love, so that you can be committed to a great outcome, for both the employer and yourself. Learn more about Bryce’s career history below in this installment of our Success Stories series.
Turning Complex Into Clear: Marsha Sanchez's Job Search Success Story

1 month ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

Meet Marsha Sanchez, the Community Energy Programs Communications Project Coordinator at the National Renewable Energy Laboratory. In her work, Marsha connects people with the tools and information they need to better understand energy and its impact on their lives. She’s passionate about making complex topics easier to grasp — and helping others find their own path, just like she did. What do you do for a career? Who do you work for? The National Renewable Energy Laboratory, or NREL.
What You Need to Tell Employers, with Charles McGee

1 month ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

What do you think an employer wants to hear from you in an interview? If you said, “My background and skills,” you aren’t wrong. But according to Find Your Dream Job guest Charles McGee, it goes much deeper than that. An employer wants quantifiable facts. How did you make a difference at your previous job that can be measured? Charles also suggests not being afraid to share your weak points, but also explain how you’ve grown and overcome them, and what you learned as a result.
3 Ways to Make Yourself the Obvious Choice, with Leila Singh

1 month ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

Online applications attract thousands of people looking for a job, but they rule out their ability to stand out from the crowd in a sea of applicants. Find Your Dream Job guest Leila Singh says it isn’t difficult to distinguish yourself. You start by connecting with others. Cultivate a network that you can turn to. Second, captivate the hiring manager with your presence. Stand, speak, and behave in a way that commands respect. And lastly, Leila suggests working on your self-confidence.
What Do You Want To Do Next?, with Kathy Oneto

1 month ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

How do you determine what to do next in your career? That depends on your situation, says Find Your Dream Job guest Kathy Oneto. But if you have time to figure it out, Kathy suggests beginning with self-reflection. Examine peak moments in your work and personal life to determine what’s important to you. Then, Kathy says, ask yourself a series of questions to clarify what you’d like to learn, where your passions lie, and what motivates you. Finally, it’s time to take action.
3 Career Change Myths You Need to Ignore, with Mark Crossfield

1 month ago | macslist.org | Mac Prichard

Are you afraid to make a career change because you’re mid-career and you don’t want to start over? What if you didn’t have to? According to Find Your Dream Job guest Mark Crossfield, you can make a change by repurposing the skills and experience you’ve gained. Small steps lead to clarity, so be willing to explore what you enjoy and where that leads. Mark has a valuable reminder: your career will last most of your life, so it’s never too late to make a change.