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Hello everyone, Welcome to the podcast. This podcast is designed to help explain issues and answer questions that have to do with federal hiring. In this episode I introduce myself and explain my journey through federal employment. At this point in my career I am a successful federal HR Specialist and am sharing my experience to help others with their government job applications. Continue listening to see how we can help you with your government job needs.
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Background Investigation For Federal Government Jobs - Federal Hiring Advice
02/12/2023
Background Investigation For Federal Government Jobs - Federal Hiring Advice
The background investigation for federal government jobs can be mysterious and intense. It is one of the pre-employment hurdles that must be cleared before a final offer can be given once selected for a federal position. This video explains all the parts of the investigation and provides guidance on what to do in order to pass. To watch this episode on Youtube: If you'd like to help support the creation of these videos consider setting up a monthly donation. Every little bit helps! Use this link for donations: The book "Federal Hiring Advice: Your Guide to Government Jobs" is available on Amazon. The link to purchase is: If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at
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Government Job Interview Process Explained - Questions and Answers - Federal Hiring Advice
02/12/2023
Government Job Interview Process Explained - Questions and Answers - Federal Hiring Advice
This video covers the government job interview process. For federal government job interviews there is a specific process that is followed. There are also specific types of questions that are asked. The most difficult are the performance based interview questions. This video explains the entire interview process. Also, if you wait until the end I give my responses to three specific interview questions that I have been asked before on interviews. To watch this episode on Youtube: If you'd like to help support the creation of these videos consider setting up a monthly donation. Every little bit helps! Use this link for donations: The book "Federal Hiring Advice: Your Guide to Government Jobs" is available on Amazon. The link to purchase is: If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at
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Resume Writing Essentials for Government Jobs - Federal Hiring Advice
02/12/2023
Resume Writing Essentials for Government Jobs - Federal Hiring Advice
This video covers resume writing for government jobs. It explains why it's important to tailor your resume to every job you apply to on USAjobs. It also explains how to tailor your resume so that you can be found eligible and be referred more consistently. To watch this episode on Youtube: If you'd like to help support the creation of these videos consider setting up a monthly donation. Every little bit helps! Use this link for donations: The book "Federal Hiring Advice: Your Guide to Government Jobs" is available on Amazon. The link to purchase is: If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at
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How to Negotiate Your Federal Salary in the Tentative Job Offer - Federal Hiring Advice
02/12/2023
How to Negotiate Your Federal Salary in the Tentative Job Offer - Federal Hiring Advice
This video explains how to negotiate the benefits of your tentative job offer. The first, and most important thing to do when you get the TJO is accept it. You can then negotiate everything after you accept. This video covers how to negotiate a higher step, more leave, and incentives if applicable. To watch the episode on Youtube: If you'd like to help support the creation of these videos consider setting up a monthly donation. Every little bit helps! Use this link for donations: The book "Federal Hiring Advice: Your Guide to Government Jobs" is available on Amazon. The link to purchase is: If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at
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What happens after the tentative offer? Pre-employment Requirements Examples - Federal Hiring Advice
02/12/2023
What happens after the tentative offer? Pre-employment Requirements Examples - Federal Hiring Advice
This video explains what happens after you receive a tentative offer for your federal government job. After the TJO, you will have the opportunity to negotiate and complete pre-employment requirements. Once complete you receive your firm job offer. Watch the whole video to learn what to expect after the TJO. To watch the episode on Youtube: If you'd like to help support the creation of these videos consider setting up a monthly donation. Every little bit helps! Use this link for donations: The book "Federal Hiring Advice: Your Guide to Government Jobs" is available on Amazon. The link to purchase is: If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at
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Complete Federal Government Hiring Process Explained - Federal Hiring Advice
02/12/2023
Complete Federal Government Hiring Process Explained - Federal Hiring Advice
This video explains what the federal government hiring process is from start to finish. The videos starts with how a vacancy occurs, job is posted, certs are issued, interviews conducted, and finally the tentative and firm offers. It is an overview so it is encouraged to watch my other videos that go into more depth on the individual processes. If you want to watch the episode on Youtube: If you'd like to help support the creation of these videos consider setting up a monthly donation. Every little bit helps! Use this link for donations: The book "Federal Hiring Advice: Your Guide to Government Jobs" is available on Amazon. The link to purchase is: If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at
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Federal Hiring Advice - Tips For Veterans
04/05/2020
Federal Hiring Advice - Tips For Veterans
This episode is specifically for the Veterans. We discuss how to read and apply to the correct hiring paths. How Veteran's preference works. Finally, how to be considered for a position non-competitively. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at
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Federal Hiring Advice - COVID-19 And Federal Hiring
04/01/2020
Federal Hiring Advice - COVID-19 And Federal Hiring
During the time of panic federal hiring is still in full swing. If anything, hiring has sped up exponentially. Follow the tips in this episode to help land yourself a federal position. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at .
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Federal Hiring Advice - Government Background Investigation Explained
01/08/2020
Federal Hiring Advice - Government Background Investigation Explained
This episode of the Federal Hiring Advice Podcast covers the government background investigation. There is a lot of confusion about the investigation. For the most part the investigation process isn't as serious as people make it. This episode covers the Eqip online questions, OF306, and what information is required. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - Working Two Jobs
12/30/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - Working Two Jobs
This episode of the Federal Hiring Advice Podcast covers moonlighting. The question of working a second job came from a subscriber, so I made a video about it. Basically, you can moonlight as long as it doesn't conflict with your government job. If it were to cause a conflict of interest you would need to exclude yourself from that particular situation. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - How To Prepare For The Job Interview
12/18/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - How To Prepare For The Job Interview
This episode of the Federal Hiring Advice Podcast covers how to get ready for the coming job interview. If you've been referred for a position, then an interview could be right around the corner. Don't wait too long to start preparing. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - Inside The Mind Of A Hiring Manager
12/11/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - Inside The Mind Of A Hiring Manager
This episode covers the input and influence the hiring manager has on the job being posting on USAjobs. It is not well known, but HR acts primarily as the middle man between the hiring manager and the public. All of the variables of a job announcement are decided by the hiring manager. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - Getting Referred For Government Jobs
12/06/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - Getting Referred For Government Jobs
This episode of the Federal Hiring Advice Podcast covers being referred. I discuss the USAjobs notifications, what to look for if you aren't getting referred, and a little about what hiring managers look for when scheduling interviews. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - Noncompetitive hiring, leave for military retirees, and tentative offers
08/18/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - Noncompetitive hiring, leave for military retirees, and tentative offers
This episode covers 3 distinct areas. For noncompetitive hiring we cover the common hiring authorities and how to best use them. For military retirees we cover what is creditable towards your leave group when starting in federal employment. For tentative offers we cover the details regarding the acceptance of multiple offers. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - Revealing the secrets of federal hiring
08/18/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - Revealing the secrets of federal hiring
This episode provides a step by step explanation of the federal hiring process. We discuss each step of the process in detail and cover the timelines of those steps. This episode will help you understand the hiring process, such as: what's taking so long and what's next. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - How to apply to open continuous announcements
07/14/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - How to apply to open continuous announcements
We've all seen those announcements that are open for 3, 6, or even 12 months. These are known as open continuous announcements. There is a reason for the long open period. There is also a strategy that you need to employ when looking to apply to one. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - How to move up as a government employee
07/14/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - How to move up as a government employee
This episode focuses on things you can do after you get your first government job to move up within the agency. There is a whole new set of rules now that you're in the system, but there are ways to maximize your promotion potential. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - How to submit the best job application possible
07/13/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - How to submit the best job application possible
This episode explains the steps to take in order to properly read and interpret a usajobs announcement. It also explains how to use the information from the announcement to tailor your application in order to qualify. Follow these steps and you can qualify for any job. If you found the content helpful be sure to like and subscribe. If you have questions or suggestions be sure to leave a comment below. If you have a private situation that you think would make an interesting topic, you can send that information to us through email at If you want to work with us directly, start with a consultation at https://www.federalhiringadvice.com/consultation/.
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Federal Hiring Advice - Introduction to how we can help you with government jobs
07/12/2019
Federal Hiring Advice - Introduction to how we can help you with government jobs
Hello everyone,
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