88. The 15-Minute Company Research Method That Lands You the Job with Olivia Kot

88. The 15-Minute Company Research Method That Lands You the Job with Olivia Kot

Think company research has to take hours? Think again. Most job seekers either fall down endless rabbit holes or show up unprepared and it's costing them interviews, offers, and even salary.

That’s why in this episode, I bring in Olivia, our Director of Customer Success, to reveal the game-changing strategy for researching any company in just 15 minutes. We’ll show you exactly what to look for (and what to skip), how to use resources like G2 reviews and SEC filings to your advantage, and the way smart research can even boost your compensation—all with real client stories and tangible takeaways you can implement today.

You’ll walk away with a research checklist that slices your prep time in half, surfaces the insights that matter, and most importantly, positions you as a standout candidate who’s never caught off-guard. Want to know the research secrets that transform offers? Hit play and let’s dive in.

02:37 – How Spending Too Much (or Too Little) Time on Company Research Can Cost You the Job Offer

5:02 – Why Demonstrating Customer Success Skills in Your Research Sets You Apart from Other Candidates

8:20 – The Secret to Doing Effective 15-Minute Company Research Without Panic or Overwhelm

10:06 – Why Knowing a Company's Value Proposition Matters More Than Memorizing Their Mission Statement

11:40 – The Fastest Way to Find a Company's Value Prop (Hint: Case Studies and AI Can Do the Work for You)

14:05 – How to Quickly Analyze Financial Data Like SEC Filings Even if You’re Not a Numbers Person

17:20 – A Real-Life Example of How a Job Seeker Used G2 Reviews to Negotiate a Higher Base Salary

18:54 – Why “Uncomfortable” Research Topics (Like Negative Reviews or WARN Notices) Can Help You Make Smart Career Choices

22:53 – The Checklist and AI Playbook: How to Make Scalable Research a Repeatable Habit (Without the Rabbit Holes)

24:46 – Why It’s Crucial to Time Your Research (You Don’t Need to Know Everything Before You Apply)

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58. The Internal Career Move Nobody Talks About: Creating Your Own Role

58. The Internal Career Move Nobody Talks About: Creating Your Own Role

Do you think the only way to advance your customer success career is through job-hopping? It’s time to rethink that approach because I'm going to show you how to make a strategic internal career move.In this episode, I'm breaking down exactly how to create your dream role without even leaving your company. I’ll share my personal blueprint – the exact steps I took to make this internal career move successful. I’ll break it down simply, so whether you’ve been considering this move or it’s a new idea for you now, you’ll have a clear roadmap to follow.If you love where you work but crave that dream job, this episode is a must-listen. Tune in to discover how you can achieve your career goals without leaving your company.🤩 Stand out and get interviews in today's crowded job market with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/getinterviews🏆 SELL your experience, stand out from other candidates and show up confidently to your customer success job interviews with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/nailinterviews🔍 Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/coaching♥️ Let's be LinkedIn friends: www.linkedin.com/in/carly-agar/. Head to the Show Notes: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/episode58PS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating & review for my show! This helps me support more current and aspiring Customer Success pros, just like you, to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:🚨Don’t wait – grab my high-converting, cold outreach Email Templates today to start landing interviews fast: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/emails

5 Mar 28min

57. How to Stop Sabotaging Your CS Career (And Start Getting Promoted)

57. How to Stop Sabotaging Your CS Career (And Start Getting Promoted)

Are you unintentionally blocking your own path to opportunities like promotions, transitioning to different teams, managing larger accounts, engaging in cross-functional projects, or securing a raise? If you're not progressing in your customer success career as you'd hoped, the answer might be yes.In this episode, I'll explain how you could be unintentionally stalling your customer success career growth. I'll debunk the four biggest myths that keep CSMs stuck, guide you through a quick self-assessment to identify these mistakes and show you exactly how to correct them.Whether you are currently eyeing your next promotion or you just want to make sure you're not accidentally sabotaging your own growth, this episode is packed with valuable insights. You'll learn exactly what separates those who get promoted from those who spend years waiting for a promotion.🤩 Stand out and get interviews in today's crowded job market with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/getinterviews🏆 SELL your experience, stand out from other candidates and show up confidently to your customer success job interviews with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/nailinterviews🔍 Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/coaching♥️ Let's be LinkedIn friends: www.linkedin.com/in/carly-agar/. Head to the Show Notes: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/episode57PS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating & review for my show! This helps me support more current and aspiring Customer Success pros, just like you, to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:🚨Don’t wait – grab my high-converting, cold outreach Email Templates today to start landing interviews fast: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/emails

26 Feb 29min

56. CSM Interview Coaching: One Session That Led to a $215K Job Offer

56. CSM Interview Coaching: One Session That Led to a $215K Job Offer

Would you believe that a single 30-minute coaching session could lead to a $215K job offer? That's precisely what happened to one of our recent clients, and I'm thrilled to unpack this incredible story for you. In this episode, I'm taking you behind the scenes to reveal how one coaching session transformed my client’s approach to interviewing and led her to a $215,000 job offer, all by refining the way she shared her stories.Tune in to discover exactly how she shifted from struggling with job-seeking to feeling extreme confidence in just thirty minutes. 🤩 Stand out and get interviews in today's crowded job market with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/getinterviews🏆 SELL your experience, stand out from other candidates and show up confidently to your customer success job interviews with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/nailinterviews🔍 Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/coaching♥️ Let's be LinkedIn friends: www.linkedin.com/in/carly-agar/. Head to the Show Notes: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/episode56PS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating & review for my show! This helps me support more current and aspiring Customer Success pros, just like you, to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:🚨Don’t wait – grab my high-converting, cold outreach Email Templates today to start landing interviews fast: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/emails

19 Feb 28min

55. 6 Sneaky Ways to Impress in Your Next CSM Interview Presentation (Part 2)

55. 6 Sneaky Ways to Impress in Your Next CSM Interview Presentation (Part 2)

Are you ready to impress at your next CSM interview presentation? If you haven’t listened to part one, I recommend you go back and listen to that one first, but in this part 2, I am letting you in on six sneaky things you can do in your next CSM interview presentation to wildly impress the hiring team and get that offer.Tune in to learn how to master your content delivery, engage your audience, show professionalism, and more as you prepare to make a lasting impact.There's so much valuable insight to gain, so tune in as we break down these crucial elements that could be the key to your next big career move. Don’t miss the opportunity to elevate your CSM presentation interview skills and set yourself apart from the competition!🎧 Listen to Part 1 - Episode 54: Nail Your CS Interview Presentations: An Ex-Hiring Manager’s Guide (Part 1): https://www.carlyagar.com/blog/nail-cs-interview-presentations🤩 Stand out and get interviews in today's crowded job market: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/getinterviews🏆 SELL your experience, stand out from other candidates and show up confidently to your Customer Success job interviews: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/nailinterviews🔍 Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/coaching♥️ Let's be LinkedIn friends: www.linkedin.com/in/carly-agar/. Head to the Show Notes: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/episode55PS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating & review for my show! This helps me support more current and aspiring Customer Success pros, just like you, to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:🚨Don’t wait – grab my high-converting, cold outreach Email Templates today to start landing interviews fast: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/emails

12 Feb 22min

54. Nail Your CS Interview Presentations: An Ex-Hiring Manager’s Guide (Part 1)

54. Nail Your CS Interview Presentations: An Ex-Hiring Manager’s Guide (Part 1)

Do you dread the thought of a CS interview presentation? People love to hate these, but not me! That’s why, in part one of this two-part series, I am diving into how to nail your CS interview presentations. I’ll share everything I have learnt from my experience as a hiring manager and a coach who has helped over 800 aspiring professionals. I’ll break down the three most common types of presentations and shed light on the first four critical assessment criteria.Tune in for practical tips and strategies that can give you a competitive edge and set you on the path to securing your dream customer success role. Let’s transform those interview jitters into confident, job-winning presentations!🤩 Stand out and get interviews in today's crowded job market: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/getinterviews🏆 SELL your experience, stand out from other candidates and show up confidently to your Customer Success job interviews: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/nailinterviews🔍 Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/coaching♥️ Let's be LinkedIn friends: www.linkedin.com/in/carly-agar/. Head to the Show Notes: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/episode54PS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating & review for my show! This helps me support more current and aspiring Customer Success pros, just like you, to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:🚨Don’t wait – grab my high-converting, cold outreach Email Templates today to start landing interviews fast: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/emails

5 Feb 22min

53. 9 Easy ways to make a bigger impact in your customer success job

53. 9 Easy ways to make a bigger impact in your customer success job

Are you ready to make a bigger impact at your customer success job this year? Whether you're new to the role or a seasoned CSM looking for new ways to shine, this episode is packed with actionable strategies that will help you stand out.In this episode, I share nine super easy, time-efficient tips to elevate your performance and drive significant value for your company. I will break down each strategy into simple steps you can start implementing today.If you're eager to be recognized, secure promotions, or simply become a better CSM, this episode is your ultimate guide to career growth in customer success. Tune in to discover how you can start making a bigger impact now! 🤩 Stand out and get interviews in today's crowded job market: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/getinterviews🏆 SELL your experience, stand out from other candidates and show up confidently to your Customer Success job interviews: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/nailinterviews🔍 Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/coaching♥️ Let's be LinkedIn friends: www.linkedin.com/in/carly-agar/. Head to the Show Notes: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/episode53PS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating & review for my show! This helps me support more current and aspiring Customer Success pros, just like you, to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:🚨Don’t wait – grab my high-converting, cold outreach Email Templates today to start landing interviews fast: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/emails

29 Jan 23min

52. When is it time to look for a new CS job?

52. When is it time to look for a new CS job?

Have you been toying with the idea of looking for a new CS job? This conversation has been coming up a lot lately, so I wanted to share with you when you know it is time to look for a new CS job. In this episode, I’ll dive into the common signs that indicate it might be time for a change. From the emotional trap of guilt to the frustrations of broken promises and toxic leadership, I’ll lay out the red flags that signal when it’s time to start looking for new opportunities.If the thought of looking for a new CS has crossed your mind recently, tune into this episode and find out if the time is now. 🤩 Stand out and get interviews in today's crowded job market: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/getinterviews🏆 SELL your experience, stand out from other candidates and show up confidently to your Customer Success job interviews: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/nailinterviews🔍 Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/coaching♥️ Let's be LinkedIn friends: www.linkedin.com/in/carly-agar/. Head to the Show Notes: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/episode52PS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating & review for my show! This helps me support more current and aspiring Customer Success pros, just like you, to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:🚨Don’t wait – grab my high-converting, cold outreach Email Templates today to start landing interviews fast: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/emails

22 Jan 23min

51. Stop Waiting for the Market to Cool: Adapting to the New CS Job Landscape

51. Stop Waiting for the Market to Cool: Adapting to the New CS Job Landscape

Are you waiting for the CS job market to cool down before you start your job search? We know that 2024 was bananas for CS job seekers, but folks, I have news for you: it is not going to slow down. In this episode, I will dive into why traditional job search methods won’t cut it anymore and what you need to do to adapt to this new norm. I’ll share with you eight tangible things that you can apply to your job search to make it worth your while. Don’t let the competitive nature of the job market intimidate you. Tune in to equip yourself with the right strategies and insights to adapt to the new CS job landscape. 🤩 Stand out and get interviews in today's crowded job market: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/getinterviews🏆 SELL your experience, stand out from other candidates and show up confidently to your Customer Success job interviews: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/nailinterviews🔍 Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/coaching♥️ Let's be LinkedIn friends: www.linkedin.com/in/carly-agar/. Head to the Show Notes: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/episode51PS. Are you loving the podcast? I'd appreciate it if you could leave a rating & review for my show! This helps me support more current and aspiring Customer Success pros, just like you, to score that dream job, snag that promotion, or become the team rockstar. Don't forget to FOLLOW the podcast so you don't miss out on any new episodes when they drop. Happy listening!Mentioned in this episode:🚨Don’t wait – grab my high-converting, cold outreach Email Templates today to start landing interviews fast: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/emails

15 Jan 30min

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