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Help us become the #1 Data Podcast by leaving a rating & review! We are 67 reviews away! Former LinkedIn exec explains why mass applying with AI is getting you nowhere. I asked him what works instead.

In this episode, Pierre Michiels shares information on building a stronger LinkedIn profile. Information discussed includes professional profile photos, effective headlines, personalized LinkedIn URLs, and using industry keywords to improve visibility with recruiters. But first, Rebecca Harrington starts the episode by answering a listener question about finding the right keywords for resumes and LinkedIn. After listening, we hope you have a better understanding of LinkedIn profile optimization. Full episode transcript can be found on the episode page. Below is a general timestamp summary.  0:00 - 7:20 | Finding the Right Industry Keywords Rebecca Harrington answers a listener question about how to identify the keywords employers and applicant tracking systems (ATS) are looking for on resumes and LinkedIn profiles. She shares three practical strategies: analyzing multiple job descriptions, reviewing LinkedIn profiles of professionals in target roles, and following industry news and trade publications. The discussion also covers how to avoid keyword stuffing and effectively incorporate industry terminology into job search materials. 7:20 - 13:20 | The Importance of Your LinkedIn Profile Photo Pierre Michiels begins a discussion on four key components of a strong LinkedIn profile by focusing on profile photos. He explains how a professional image helps establish credibility, creates positive first impressions, and increases the likelihood that recruiters will engage with a profile. The hosts share recommendations on lighting, attire, background selection, and how LinkedIn profile photos differ from photos used on other social media platforms. 13:20 - 17:20 | Creating a Compelling LinkedIn Headline The conversation shifts to LinkedIn headlines and how they can help candidates stand out in searches. Pierre explains a simple formula for building an effective headline using current status, career interests, and key skills. Examples are provided to demonstrate how students can showcase future career goals while incorporating relevant industry terminology. 17:20 - 19:15 | Customizing Your LinkedIn URL Pierre discusses the value of personalizing a LinkedIn URL to make profiles more professional and easier to share on resumes and networking materials. He explains how removing random characters and creating a cleaner link can strengthen a candidate's professional brand and improve accessibility for recruiters and contacts. 19:15 - 23:41 | Using Industry Terminology Throughout Your Profile The episode concludes with a deeper look at incorporating industry-specific language across all areas of LinkedIn, including the headline, About section, experience descriptions, projects, and skills. The hosts emphasize that LinkedIn is a living marketing document that should evolve with career goals and industry trends. They close by encouraging listeners to spend time reviewing and updating these four profile areas to strengthen their professional brand and improve visibility in recruiter searches. Listeners in the College of DuPage community can visit our website. All other listeners are encouraged to view the resources of their local community college, WIOA training programs, or other local support centers.Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn @codcareercenter

GET THE BOOK, SHOP DIFFERENT: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/shop-different-ron-johnsonzander-nethercutt?variant=44771032498210What if the biggest career advantage in the AI era isn't better technology—but better human connection? As AI automates more of our work, the people who rise will be the ones who build trust, create memorable experiences, and make others feel seen. Few people understand this better than Ron Johnson, who created the Apple Store. In this episode, we explore what ambitious professionals can learn from how Apple built one of the most trusted brands in the world.As Apple marks its 50th anniversary, Ron shares why he believes the future belongs to businesses that create better human experiences.From shaping the vision for Apple Stores to building elite retail teams and launching innovations like the Genius Bar, Johnson helped create one of the most respected and profitable retail businesses in the world. We'll also cover some job search related questions for you Career Warriors unpacking some of Ron's career history and advice for rising professionals.In his new book, Shop Different (September 22, 2026 / HarperCollins), Johnson shares timeless lessons on leadership, innovation, and building winning cultures rooted in love, kindness, and human connection. From his career at Target to working alongside Steve Jobs at Apple and later leading J.C. Penney, Johnson offers powerful lessons on leading through relationships not transactions.Without further ado, lets launch into this special episode of the Career Warrior Podcast!Questions We'll Cover:Apple is turning 50 this year—when you look back, what do you think Apple understood about human behavior that most companies still miss?You personally interviewed every store leader, and each leader interviewed every employee. Why was hiring that personal to you?What did you look for in candidates beyond what was on their résumé?For job seekers trying to stand out today, what qualities make someone truly unforgettable in an interview?You've said we're “best at our busiest.” What do you mean by that?How do you embrace being busy and high-performing without sacrificing mental health or burning out?You emphasize employee engagement—how can leaders create more meaning at work so employees feel they're part of something bigger?Apple Stores are famous for incredible customer experiences—I joke that I feel like royalty every time I visit the North Star Mall Apple Store in San Antonio. How did you build that culture so consistently?Why was it so important for employees to remember customer interactions and connect on a personal level?You've said fixing a bad customer experience can be more valuable than simply delivering a good one. Why is that?In today's AI-driven world, many predict the death of physical retail. Why do you believe physical retail is actually becoming more important?More broadly, why do human relationships become more valuable—not less—as technology improves?Your book emphasizes kindness as a strategy. Many ambitious professionals think kindness makes you less competitive—why do you believe the opposite?How can kindness actually become a career advantage for leaders and job seekers?For someone listening who wants to become indispensable in their career over the next year, what should they focus on? Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Are you facing big odds in your job search, worrying about background checks or past career missteps, or growing weary in the waiting room of your next pivot?In this episode of Peculiar Career Chit Chat, Crystal Williams shares a bold, faith-filled declaration: the only remedy for big odds is a big God—and He is able to block the view of the interviewer! Whether you don't meet every single bullet point on the job description or you're concerned about past rejections, God's favor can supernaturally shield your past and elevate your future.Crystal also reflects on her first time going fishing and reveals 3 lessons on why the waiting process builds career-defining patience: Waiting in Expectation: How sitting quietly shifts your focus from anxiety to active faith. Accepting Outcomes You Can't Control: Why you must seek the applause of God over the applause of man. Anchoring in the Present: Slowing down to let God do heart and mindset work while you wait. Grounded in Isaiah 40:31, this episode will challenge you not to just wait—but to wait well. We close out with an empowering prayer of divine protection, favor over interviews, and open doors for your work week.#PeculiarCareerChitChat #CareerCoach #FaithAndCareer #Isaiah4031 #CareerProsperity #JobSearchStrategy #DivineFavor #InterviewPrep #ChristianProfessionals #TheYOUBrandAcademy

In this episode of The Career Transition Experts podcast, we tackle one of the most real and raw conversations happening in today's job market;  the fear that by learning and using AI, professionals are quietly training their own replacement.Dr. Tsipursky gets straight to the heart of what so many career professionals are feeling but not saying out loud. AI is not just another technology upgrade like a new CRM or ERP system. It is a fundamentally different kind of disruption,one that is making even the most experienced professionals question their value and their future. From a tax preparer watching AI complete five days of work in thirty minutes, to executives navigating career transitions in an increasingly automated hiring landscape, the fear is real. And acknowledging it is the first step to doing something about it.Our guest, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, is a behavioral scientist, CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts, and author of the hot new book The Psychology of AI Adoption at Work: From Resistance to Results. Called the "Office Whisperer" by The New York Times, his work has been featured across NPR, CBS News, and 550-plus media interviews worldwide.You may contact him at gleb@disasteravoidanceexperts.comIf you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16930&preview=true) On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Mac joins Jamila Brown on the 5 Minute Career Hack Podcast to share the three questions every job seeker needs to answer: What do you want? Where do you want to go? What do you offer? Mac talks about why job searching is a skill you build through study and practice, and why doing your homework through networking and informational interviews before you apply gives you an edge over the competition.He and Jamila also dig into how to turn your objections into questions for people who've done what you want to do, and why saying your goal out loud, specifically and often, makes it so much easier for people to help you. Listen in for Mac's closing advice: don't wait to be picked.About the Host:Jamila Brown is the host of the 5 Minute Career Hack Podcast and a career coach who helps individuals with career strategy.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Jamila on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The hiring system has changed, but most job-search advice hasn't caught up. From ghost jobs and AI screening to algorithms that can repeat bias across employers, there's more happening between your application and a human than you may realize. In this episode, Jill Griffin breaks down what's happening behind the scenes and why your strategy needs to go beyond applying for posted jobs.• What the LinkedIn investigation, Workday lawsuit, and new AI hiring research reveal about the systems screening candidates• Why applying to ten different companies may not mean you're getting ten independent chances to be considered• How to shift your strategy toward positioning, relationships, visibility, and opportunities that exist beyond the application processSources:Lauren Weber & Leslie Kwoh, The Wall Street Journal, "Beware the Phantom Job Listing" (2013)Te-Ping Chen, The Wall Street Journal, "Job Listings Abound, but Many Are Fake" (2023)Isabel Berwick & Sophia Smith, Financial Times, "Beware of Ghost Job Listings" (2022)Reuters Breakingviews, "Fake Jobs Hide Cooler Reality for US Workforce" (2023)Reuters, Derek Mobley v. Workday lawsuit. Stanford University, Chapman University & Northeastern University, Algorithmic Monocultures in HiringMichael Sinkewicz, Fox Business, Linkedin InvestigationSupport the showJill Griffin, is a leadership and career strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh podcast. She works with high achievers to strengthen their leadership, navigate career transitions, build effective teams, and create what's next.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 12-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical

#169 - If you've been in a toxic job or overlooked in your career for years, and you're now ready to make a move but you don't feel confident enough to even apply, this episode is for you. Dr. Tega breaks down why losing confidence is a common by-product of staying in the wrong environment for too long, and why lack of confidence can keep you from landing a new role.In this episode, you'll learn four specific ways to rebuild your confidence for your job search, including one approach that most people don't see coming. Whether you've been talking yourself out of job descriptions, struggling to sell yourself in interviews, or just can't seem to get momentum in the process, this episode will help you understand what's actually in the way and what to do about it.Ready for expert support to help you hit your career goals? Schedule a complimentary Career Clarity Call here

In this episode of The Career Transition Experts podcast, we deliver one of the most forward-looking career insights every professional and leader needs to hear in today's job market; the future of work is not about AI replacing people. It is about people managing AI agents. And the career professionals and leaders who start developing that skill set right now will be the ones leading in tomorrow's hiring landscape.Dr. Tsipursky cuts straight to what every career professional navigating a transition needs to understand, AI agent management is not a future concept. It is the present reality reshaping how companies hire, how leaders build teams, and how professionals at every level need to position themselves. Whether you are preparing for your next interview or leading an organization through change, this is the skill set that will set you apart in any job market.Our guest, Dr. Gleb Tsipursky, is a behavioral scientist, CEO of Disaster Avoidance Experts, and author of the hot new book The Psychology of AI Adoption at Work: From Resistance to Results. Called the "Office Whisperer" by The New York Times, his work has been featured across NPR, CBS News, and 550-plus media interviews worldwide.You may contact him at gleb@disasteravoidanceexperts.comIf you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Send us Fan MailTeachers have been told to “do more with less” for decades. But eventually, less produces less—and teachers have quietly been making up the difference with their own money, time, creativity, and stress.In this episode of Teachers in Transition, Vanessa continues the Four Horsemen of Education miniseries with the Second Horseman: Resources. She examines how teacher generosity became an unofficial funding stream for education, why a single pencil is not really just a single pencil, and how teachers became institutional shock absorbers for poorly prioritized spending.Then, in the Career Transition and Job Search segment, Vanessa turns to ghost jobs: postings for positions employers may not be actively trying to fill. Every application consumes finite resources—including time, attention, energy, and hope. Understanding the dysfunction behind ghost jobs can help transitioning teachers build rejection resilience and stop interpreting every unanswered application as a verdict on their value.IN THIS EPISODE:• Why “doing more with less” is no longer sustainable • How teachers personally subsidize classroom operations • The difference between teacher generosity and institutional responsibility • Why school spending is often a prioritization problem • What ghost jobs are and why employers post them • How ghost jobs consume applicants' unpaid labor • Why networking can reveal information a job posting cannot • How to protect your confidence and build rejection resilienceRead More about GHOST JOBS:Inc.: The End of Ghost Jobs: Why Companies Could Soon Face Huge Fines for Fake Listings https://www.inc.com/chloe-rosenberg/can-state-lawmakers-exorcise-the-hiring-market-of-ghost-jobs/91395784Forbes: 1 in 7 Job Postings Are Ghost Jobs https://www.forbes.com/sites/rachelwells/2026/04/09/1-in-7-job-postings-are-ghost-jobs-new-study-reveals-here-are-3-steps-to-avoid-fake-job-ads/Job Application Insights: Ghost Jobs on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/posts/job-app-insights_the-job-search-by-the-numbers-what-the-data-activity-7427084888153145344-2ZTy/WORK WITH VANESSA:If your job search is consuming your time, energy, and hope without producing results, you may not need to work harder. You may need a stronger strategy and help separating what you can improve from the dysfunction you cannot control.Schedule your free discovery call: https://TeachersinTransition.com/calendarSUPPORT INVISIBLE EXCELLENCE:The crowdfunding campaign for Invisible Excellence: The Hidden Value of Teachers Beyond Teaching is nearing its halfway point. The book only goes to press if it receives enough support to cross the finish line. Find the campaign link at:https://books.manuscripts.com/product/invisible-excellence-the-hidden-value-of-teachers-beyond-teaching/Campaign ends September 19, 2026!Share this episode with a teacher who needs to hear that the system's lack of resources - and the hiring market's dysfunction - are not evidence that something is wrong with them.Connect with Vanessa Jackson

Are you worried you're too old to get hired? If you're 22, settle down.

Vanessa Errecarte is an award-winning lecturer at the UC Davis Graduate School of Management and creator of one of the nation's only for-credit MBA courses in personal branding. Vanessa works directly with students navigating this new reality, and she argues that AI is transforming personal branding from a marketing tactic into a core leadership competency that universities must intentionally teach. She is also the author of the book, Valuable & Visible: Redefining Personal Branding by Leading With Impact Over Image. Host: Marie-Line Germain, Ph.D. Mixing: Kelly Minnis

In this episode, Pierre Michiels interviews Nicole Tochalauski. Nicole is the Employment and Technology Access Manager at the People's Resource Center, where she helps adults in DuPage County navigate job searches, career development, and technology access. In the interview, they discuss the importance of curiosity as a career readiness skill, how curiosity can help individuals explore career paths, build meaningful professional relationships, and strengthen networking through genuine connection and learning. Nicole also shares practical strategies for developing curiosity, leveraging community resources, volunteering, and using informational conversations to uncover career opportunities and solve problems. After listening to this episode, we hope you have a better understanding of how curiosity can support career readiness, professional growth, and long-term career success. Full episode transcript can be found on the episode page. Below is a general timestamp summary.  0:00-3:35 | Meet Nicole and the People's Resource Center  Host Pierre Michaels welcomes Nicole, Employment and Technology Access Manager at the People's Resource Center (PRC). Nicole shares her background in nonprofit work, explains PRC's mission, and highlights the organization's employment coaching services, volunteer-powered support model, and successful job seeker outcomes. 3:35-6:20 | Why Curiosity Matters for Career Readiness  Nicole introduces curiosity as a “career superpower” that employers value. She discusses how asking open-ended questions helps individuals learn, adapt to new environments, and engage more effectively with others during their career journey. 6:20-13:50 | Networking Through Curiosity and Connection  The conversation reframes networking as relationship building rather than transactional interactions. Nicole shares examples of how everyday conversations, community connections, alumni networks, and volunteering can create career opportunities. The discussion emphasizes the importance of maintaining relationships before a job search begins. 13:50-17:55 | Building Meaningful Professional Relationships  Pierre and Nicole explore how curiosity leads to stronger informational interviews and deeper professional conversations. Nicole explains the value of asking questions that cannot easily be answered through an online search and learning from others' lived experiences. 17:55-23:50 | Using Curiosity to Shape Career Paths  Nicole discusses how curiosity can help individuals identify problems they want to solve, evaluate possible career directions, and adapt to changing interests over time. The conversation also covers career pivots, long-term planning, and how curiosity can reduce fear and uncertainty during a challenging job market. 23:50-28:39 | Developing Curiosity as a Lifelong Skill  To close the episode, Nicole shares practical ways to strengthen curiosity, including exploring unfamiliar ideas, media, and experiences. She explains how curiosity functions like a muscle that grows through practice and why it remains a key trait for career advancement, professional growth, and lifelong learning. Resources Discussed: Visit the People's Resource Center webpage Learn more about PRC's Job Assistance program Listeners in the College of DuPage community can visit our website. All other listeners are encouraged to view the resources of their local community college, WIOA training programs, or other local support centers.Send us YOUR Listener Questions at careerpodcast@cod.edu Follow us on Instagram, Facebook, Twitter, LinkedIn @codcareercenter

Amelia spent eight years as a media communications director before a layoff sent her straight into panic-applying for whatever came up. Natalie knew networking was her next move and then sat frozen for two months because it felt transactional. Laura had the numbers: referrals converted to interviews at eight times the rate of cold applications, and one of those referrals is now her boss. The split between a job search that lands a job and one that lands a career you love isn't luck, connections, or the resume, but the mindset behind it. What You'll Learn: The one mindset mistake that sets everything else in motion and why most job seekers are making it before they ever hit send on their first application What avoidance motivation is, why a layoff triggers it automatically, and how it causes smart people to land in a worse version of the same situation with a different company name Why two months of networking paralysis is more common than anyone admits and how one reframe completely changes the results you get from the people you already know Why referrals convert to interviews at more than eight times the rate of cold applications and what that means for where you should be spending your job search energy The difference between a search that lands you a job and a search that lands you a career you actually love and why the tactics are completely different Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over. Related Episodes Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It's Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Stuck in a Career You're Unhappy With? Fear Of Taking Risks Could Be Keeping You There (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)  

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16926&preview=true)How Executive Dysfunction Affects Your Job Search (And What to Do About It), with Ben TobinYou know you need to apply. You've blocked out the afternoon. And somehow the garage gets cleaned instead. That may be executive dysfunction, a disruption in your brain's ability to plan, organize, and follow through. In a job search, it looks like collecting postings you never apply to, over-preparing, or spending months getting ready to start.This week, ICF-certified career coach Ben Tobin joins Mac with three ways forward. Lower the stakes: make your first goal to bomb an interview, not land one. Sit with the discomfort: that pit-of-your-stomach dread runs its course if you let yourself feel it. And build structure: schedule time, name your very first step, and write a fresh to-do list each day. As Ben says, the meta work is work — give it a place on your calendar.About Our Guest:Ben Tobin is an ICF-certified career coach who works with tech professionals and adults with ADHD. Resources in This Episode:Connect with Ben on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Send us Fan MailTeacher burnout isn't a failure of resilience. What happens when teacher workload simply exceeds the time, energy, and capacity available to do the job?This week on Teachers in Transition, Vanessa kicks off a new four-part series on the Four Horsemen of Education with the first Horseman: Capacity, also known as Realistic Expectations. We look at how decades of "it'll only take five minutes" have steadily expanded teacher workload—and why continually asking teachers to do more with less eventually means getting less with less.We also get practical about reclaiming some of that capacity. In the Teacher Hack, learn how to create a simple response bank for the emails, explanations, policies, and other messages you find yourself writing repeatedly. The rule is simple: if you're typing it for the second time, put it in the bank. Using reusable chunks, headings in Google Docs or Word, voice-to-text, and AI for basic cleanup can save both time and mental energy.Then, in our Career Transition and Job Search segment, we're talking networking and informational interviews. Networking doesn't have to mean awkwardly asking strangers for jobs. Instead, borrow a lesson from Ted Lasso: Be curious. A 10–15 minute conversation with someone doing work you're interested in can help you explore careers beyond teaching, learn how people entered their fields, identify skills or certifications you may need, and grow your professional network before you ever submit an application.Also in this episodeWhy teacher capacity is about the total workload, not whether each individual request seems reasonableHow EdTech can save administrative time while quietly consuming teacher timeWhy "just five minutes" becomes a serious problem when nothing ever comes off the plateHow to build a mix-and-match response bank without creating another giant project for yourselfQuestions to ask during an informational interviewWhy teachers already have many of the relationship-building skills needed for effective networkingThe one rule to remember when someone gives you 15 minutes of their timeHelp Publish a book that can help all teachers recognize their excellence!Invisible Excellence: The Hidden Value of Teachers Beyond Teachingis about bringing the extraordinary skills, expertise, and value of teachers into the light—and helping teachers recognize what they bring to the table.The Visibility Project is currently crowdfunding publication of Invisible Excellence, with several ways to participate beginning at $50. The campaign closes September 18 at midnight Eastern.Support Invisible Excellence and explore The Visibility Project: https://books.manuscripts.com/product/invisible-excellence-the-hidden-value-of-teachers-beyond-teaching/Teachers in Transition ResourcesWhether you're wondering if it's time to leave teaching, exploring careers beyond teaching, translating your teacher skills, building a resume, networking, job searching, or preparing for interviews, Teachers in Transition has resources designed to meet you where you are in the process.Explore Teachers in Transition: https://teachersintransition.comVanessa is also accepting a limited number of new coaching clients for fall. If you'd like to talk about where you are in your career transition and whether working together would be a good fit, schedule a conversation here:https://teachersintransition.com/calendarTed Lasso Dartboard Scene – Be Curious, Not Judgmental!Keywords: teacher burnout, teacher workload, leaving teaching, teacher career change, careers beyond teaching, teacher career transition, teacher transferable skills, networking for teachers, informational interviews, teacher job search, teacher time management, EdTech, AI for teachersConnect with Vanessa Jackson

I recently had an impromptu phone conversation with Rick Diana, Principal and Founder of Trinitas Talent Management, along with the premonition that it would be good to record and tee-up as a podcast episode. During this empassioned exchange, as we often have as business colleagues and friends, we distinguish between being an employee/job hunter and the new reality of being a business person and problem solver. Listen to this second installment of a two-part series as Rick shares invaluable insights on the kind of results and impact you must convey to get attention and get hired.We also get into the advantages of consulting, interim, fractional, and paid board roles that you can enjoy if you embrace this trend in high-level leadership hiring. You may contact him at rdiana@trinitastalent.com If you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

John Festervand, a higher education advancement professional and executive producer of the documentary An Open Door, joins the podcast to talk about storytelling as a skill for every higher ed professional --not just those in marketing or communications. Building on his experience producing a documentary about Dr. Temple Grandin and years of donor engagement, he shares how to identify and elevate the stories happening on campus, why storytelling is central to leadership and advocacy, and how job seekers can use it to stand out in cover letters and interviews. 

Austin shares his thoughts on how many people you should be reaching out to in your job search if you want to see great results!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Networking is key, but it's also hard![0:59] - Reverse engineer the funnel[2:20] - Making the math work for youResources Mentioned In Today's Episode:Article - How to get a job anywhere without applying onlineWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin's courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin's proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin's proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin's Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone's professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

Send us Fan MailJob searching can feel like a maze of titles, salary guesses, and “what if it's worse than what I have now?” We slow that whole spiral down and rebuild your career change from the inside out. This week, I'm sharing the practical mindset shifts and simple job search tips I use with clients who feel stuck between staying put, switching companies, or even choosing between entrepreneurship and full-time work.We start with the part most people skip: getting painfully clear on why you're leaving. “Bad boss” and “I'm not having fun” are real, but they're not actionable until you define them. From there, we map your skills and separate what you can do from what you actually want to monetize, so you stop chasing roles that drain you. Then I share one of my favorite strategies: search words, not job titles. The language in job postings tells you more about culture and fit than a generic title ever will, and it can open up options you didn't know existed.We also zoom out to lifestyle design: hours, commute, remote work, and what matters outside your job. If the perfect role isn't available yet, we talk about choosing the next best stepping-stone job that moves you closer while keeping your confidence intact. And yes, we touch money in a grounded way: know your baseline budget, price the lifestyle you want, and build a salary target with purpose.If this helps you, subscribe, share the episode with a friend who's job hunting, and leave a five-star review so more people can find the show.ENJOY THE PODCAST?Leave us a 5-star review so more people can find us!LEARN MORE ABOUT COACHINGNandiCamille.comSCHEDULE YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALLClick HereJOIN THE MAILING LIST & NEVER MISS AN UPDATE!Click hereASK A QUESTION + LET'S BE SOCIALEmail: hello@nandicamille.comInstagram and TikTok: @nandicamilleLearn more about Nandi and Life Coaching at: NandiCamille.com

I recently had an impromptu phone conversation with Rick Diana, Principal and Founder of Trinitas Talent Management, along with the premonition that it would be good to record and tee-up as a podcast episode. During this empassioned exchange, as we often have as business colleagues and friends, we distinguish between being an employee job hunter and the new reality of being a business person and problem solver. Listen to this two-part series as Rick shares invaluable insights on value propositions and the big gap between job descriptions and talent search methods in today's market, and learn what that means regarding your use of a resume and the way people have traditionally represented themselves. We also get into the advantages of consulting, interim, fractional, and paid board roles that you can enjoy if you embrace this trend in high-level leadership hiring. You may contact him at rdiana@trinitastalent.comIf you're interested in how to apply these insights to gain traction in your job search, let's schedule a FREE Resume and Strategy Review session - click here for more information.

Ageism is on the rise and in this episode Austin shares his #1 tip for combating ageism in your job search!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - Ageism is on the rise[0:44] - Be proactive![1:24] - Use this 3-step process[3:52] - A concrete example from AustinWant To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin's courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin's proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin's proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin's Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone's professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

Let's talk about your career. Because for a lot of people right now, work feels shaky. Maybe you've been laid off, applied for dozens of jobs with no response, or you're quietly wondering whether your current career path still makes sense. The rules have changed. AI is reshaping jobs. Hiring technology is filtering candidates before a human ever sees them. And the traditional corporate ladder feels more and more, totally and utterly disconnected from reality. So, how do you stay grounded through the uncertainty? And how do you build a career that can evolve with you? My special guest today is Mike Peditto and he's simplifying how to rethink your job search + career path.   Here's the truth. None of us knows exactly what the job market will look like next. But we can get smarter about how we navigate it. You'll learn why mass-applying isn't working, what actually helps you get noticed in an overcrowded job market, and how to remain in demand as work continues to change. Let's simplify it. Mike's Core Four Stories (that you should have prepared before every interview): Your most successful project Your toughest project Your difficult stakeholder story Your passion project ---- Show notes available with all links mentioned here: https://www.thesimplifiers.com/posts/431-how-to-rethink-your-job-search-career-path---with-mike-peditto

A mediator and HR leader shares how to ask the right questions when a restructure feels shrouded in secrecy, and how to rebuild trust while processing the disappointment. Staying professional, seeking support, and methodically planning next steps can help you move forward without burning bridges.

AI tools are flooding inboxes with hundreds of applications a day and almost everyone is running the same playbook. Recruiters are overwhelmed, the pile is massive, and the people getting lost in it are not the least qualified. They are the ones who sound the most like everyone else. This episode is about the one thing that actually cuts through in a job market like this one and why almost nobody is doing it.   What You'll Learn: Why the most polished and professional-sounding applications are often the ones that get ignored first and what to write instead How to use AI as a drafting tool in your 2026 job search without letting it strip out the one thing that actually makes people respond to you The psychology principle behind why specificity works when generic language never does and how to apply it across every application, message, and interview answer What the real difference looks like between an application that disappears into a pile and one that makes a hiring manager feel like they are already in a conversation Why the bar to stand out in a 2026 job search has never been lower and the specific, practical steps to clear it   Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation   Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.   Related Episodes Figuring Out Your Perfect Career Match (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Changing Careers (When You Don't Know Your Next Job Title) (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)   Mentioned Episode AI Job Displacement: 4 Skills That Build Real Job Security and Future-Proof Your Career (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

#167 - Learn more about the career clarity and job search coaching program, Find Your Fulfilling Career, and book your free Career Clarity Call here: https://findyourfulfillingcareer.com/If you've been in your career for a long time and you're afraid to pivot because you think you'll have to start over or take a pay cut, this episode is for you. Dr. Tega sits down with Katrina, a former client who spent 19 years at the same company and was unhappy for 15 of them, to talk about what finally made her move and what that journey actually looked like.In this conversation, you'll hear what helped Katrina get clear on what she actually wanted, how she was able to see her experience differently, and what happened when she finally made the move. If you've been telling yourself it's too late or too risky to change careers, this one is going to challenge that story.

  If your job search feels scattered, you're applying to multiple types of roles, or your resume could work for three or four completely different positions, the problem may start before you ever submit an application. Choosing a clear target role is one of the most important job search decisions you can make. It shapes your resume, LinkedIn profile, networking strategy, interview stories, and ultimately how employers understand your value. In this episode, you'll learn how to identify the career direction that combines what you enjoy, what you're great at, and what you can be well compensated for, so you can stop applying everywhere and start positioning yourself as the candidate employers immediately recognize as the right fit.   You'll learn: ✔ Why choosing one clear target role can make your entire job search faster, simpler, and more effective ✔ How a broad or generic resume can confuse hiring managers and weaken your positioning, even when you're highly qualified ✔ How to find your ideal career direction by identifying what you enjoy, what you're exceptionally good at, and what employers will pay you well to do ✔ How career clarity helps you create a more targeted resume, LinkedIn profile, networking strategy, and set of interview stories ✔ Why focusing your experience around one compelling career message can help you stand out, communicate with confidence, and earn more callbacks    

In this week's episode of the Talent Hub Talk podcast, Ben discusses how AI can be effectively integrated into your Salesforce job search to assist you without harming your chances. He shares practical tips on using AI for research, CV tailoring, interview prep, and tracking applications, emphasising the importance of maintaining authenticity and personal touch for using AI responsibly in your career journey Key topics: Using AI for research and company analysis Tailoring CVs with AI while maintaining personal tone AI-driven interview preparation and mock interviews Tracking job applications with AI tools Identifying skill gaps and upskilling using AI Salary negotiation insights with AI Ensuring authenticity and avoiding AI overuse in interviews You can find more content from us at Talent Hub, here: LinkedIn@ https://www.linkedin.com/company/talent-hub-global/ YouTube@ https://www.youtube.com/@talenthub1140 Facebook@ https://www.facebook.com/TalentHubGlobal/ Instagram@ https://www.instagram.com/talenthubglobal/ Twitter X@ https://twitter.com/TalentHubGlobal We hope you enjoy the episode!  

The HigherEdJobs Podcast returns for season 6 with an Ask the Expert episode, joined once again by Dr. Emilio Ulloa, associate chief diversity officer for MSI (Minority-Serving Institution) affairs and professor of psychology at San Diego State University, to address how faculty can plan for the first part of the semester. He offers a timeline for getting organized early, and shares strategies for setting expectations, building routines, and staying ahead as the semester gets underway.

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16889&preview=true) Job searching has changed a lot in 25 years, but the fundamentals haven't. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Mac joins Enrique Ruiz on the All In Recruiting Podcast to share the three questions every job seeker needs to answer: What do you want? Where do you want to go? What do you offer? Mac talks about his own periods of unemployment and the lessons they taught him about networking, referrals, and why applying online isn't enough. He and Enrique also dig into what employers get wrong — from vague job postings to ghosting candidates — and why hiring is a branding experience. Whether the job market is booming or tough, someone is always getting hired. Listen in to learn how honing the fundamentals helps you ride the ebbs and flows of any economy and stand out from the competition.About the Host:Enrique Ruiz is the founder of Chief Talent Agent and the host of the All in Recruiting Podcast. He helps engineering and construction companies hire the people who design and build the world around us.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Enrique on LinkedIn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

#166 - If you've been applying consistently for six months or more with ten-plus years of experience and you still haven't gotten an offer, this episode is for you. Dr. Tega breaks down exactly why your job search might be taking so long, and the patterns she's seeing repeatedly in mid-career women's job searches that are making the whole process slower than it needs to be.You'll learn the three things women who are landing jobs faster right now are doing differently, and how each one shifts the entire pace of your search. Whether you've been at this for seven months or you're just realizing something isn't working, this episode will help you see what to change and where to start.Mentioned in this episode:Book a Free Career Clarity CallIf you are done waiting for things to get better on their own and you're ready to get clear on what your next career move actually is, book a free clarity call with me. On the call, we'll talk about where you are in your career right now, where you want to be, and exactly what it will take to get you there, whether that means pivoting into a new field or stepping into an advanced role you've already earned. Book your free call at hercareerdoctor.com/callsales call

In this episode: the hidden grief of job loss, rebuilding your identity, five-question career clarity, relationship-first job searching, financial resilience with Michelle SchaferEpisode SummaryLosing your job may be a business decision, but it creates a deeply human loss. Career transition coach Michelle Schafer reveals the shock, shame, betrayal, and identity struggles people rarely discuss—and explains how to move from emotional recovery to career clarity, strategic networking, and new possibilities.Guest BioMichelle Schafer is an Ottawa-based career transition coach, author, and certified grief companion. After experiencing two restructurings, she built a coaching practice that helps people recover from job loss, identify energizing work, and navigate their next move with purpose.Resources & Books MentionedCultivating Career Growth: Navigating Transitions with Purpose by Michelle SchaferMichelle's Career Focus FrameworkCalm meditation appAsk What's Possible exerciseGuest Contact InformationWebsiteLinkedInKey TakeawaysJob loss is disenfranchised grief; acknowledge the emotions and find support before rushing into tactics.Updating your résumé is premature until you define a target using Michelle's five career-reflection questions.Relationships, recruiters, and focused outreach are more effective than sending hundreds of applications.Taking a bridge job is not failure; set a timeline and keep pursuing work aligned with your priorities.Join the Mindful FIRE Legends community at MindfulFIRE.org/join.

DIYing your UX job search feels productive right up until you realize you've been doing it for six months, twelve months, or longer with nothing to show for it. If you've been telling yourself you're one tip away from finally landing interviews, this episode is worth sitting with.The core question Sarah asks is simple and a little uncomfortable: if you gave yourself three more months on your ux job search, your portfolio, or your resume, what would actually be different? Because more time doesn't automatically mean better results. More applications don't automatically mean more interviews. If you can't answer what you'd change, you're just planning to spend more hours doing the same thing that hasn't worked yet.Sarah backs this up with research from her own program, Career Strategy Lab. After analyzing over 1,700 responses from people who didn't join, the two most common reasons were not feeling ready, or wanting to keep trying the DIY approach first. But when she surveyed people after they did join, a pattern showed up just as clearly: regret over not joining sooner, and months lost to portfolios or ux job searches that stayed stuck.The episode also gets specific about the one thing Sarah says is genuinely hard to DIY, which isn't your resume or your portfolio. It's relationships and proximity to people who are actually hiring. She shares two real examples, Marcus and Heather, both laid off, both stuck after months of solo applying, and both hired only after they stopped going it alone.Topics Discussed✅ Why simply giving your job search "three more months" rarely changes your outcome unless your strategy actually changes✅ The specific question to ask yourself before committing to another few months of DIYing your portfolio or resume✅ What over 1,700 survey responses revealed about why job seekers hesitate to get outside help, and what those same people said after they finally did✅ The popular portfolio myth about needing three to five projects before you can apply, and why it can quietly cost you months✅ How one person got hired with only one project in her portfolio, and was found on LinkedIn without even applying✅ Why relationships and proximity to people hiring are the hardest thing to build alone, no matter how much networking you do on LinkedIn✅ How a referral from someone he knew got Marcus hired as a user researcher after six months of rejections and ghosting✅ How one person's post about her manager hiring a contractor turned into a job for someone else, which then led to five more people getting hired at that same company✅ Why being part of a smaller, closer network can make you more visible than posting into the endless scroll of LinkedInLinks & Resources

#165 - If you've been job searching as a mid-career woman and you keep hearing that you're overqualified, or you keep talking yourself out of applying because you feel underqualified, this episode is for you. Dr. Tega breaks down why both of those stories are pointing to the same root problem, and what's actually getting in the way of landing a job you're genuinely excited about.You'll learn the framework Dr. Tega uses with her clients to get crystal clear on what they want and how to position themselves so the job market stops feeling like it's working against them. Whether you've been applying for months with nothing to show for it, or you've stopped applying altogether, this episode will help you finally see what's really holding you back, and what to do about it.Mentioned in this episode:Fix Your Broken Job SearchRegister for the free live training to learn the 3 strategies to land work you love in 16 weeks as a mid-career woman, even if you're applying everywhere and hearing nothing back.CLICK TO REGISTER FOR THE LIVE TRAINING

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16876&preview=true) There are many elements involved in landing your dream job; networking, a professional resume, and solid skills are just a few of the things required. But even with all that, it can be incredibly difficult. What if there was a silver bullet to fast-track your job search? Find Your Dream Job guest Jason Alba says informational interviews are the answer. Jason adds that informational interviews are an incredibly effective job search tool that most people aren't taking advantage of, and he shares how to get the most out of your own. About Our Guest:Jason Alba is a soft skills and career expert for Pluralsight.Resources in This Episode:Connect with Jason on LinkedInCheck out Jason's booksSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Networking doesn't have to feel awkward, transactional, or like you're asking for a favor. In this episode, I share a practical approach to reaching out with confidence, making it easier for people to say yes, and building relationships that last beyond a single conversation.In this episode, you'll learn:• Why networking is about genuine connection, not finding the perfect words. • The overlooked incentive that often motivates people to make introductions: employee referral bonuses. • How to make one clear, specific ask that increases your chances of getting a response. • The simple mindset shift that makes networking feel more natural and less uncomfortable.Support the showJill Griffin, is a leadership strategist, executive coach, and host of The Career Refresh. She works with senior leaders to navigate complexity, strengthen teams, and lead with greater clarity and intention.With 20+ years of experience at companies like Coca-Cola, Microsoft, Hilton, and Martha Stewart, Jill brings a practical, real-world lens to leadership, decision-making, and career strategy. Visit GriffinMethod.com to learn more about working together:The Next Era Leader An 8-week cohort for women leaders ready to expand their capacity and lead through complexity with clarity and intentionExecutive Coaching & Leadership Advisory 1:1 strategic partnership for leaders navigating growth, transition, and what's nextConnect with Jill for Leadership Development for Organizations and Speaking & WorkshopsInstagram: @JillGriffinOffical

You know you're supposed to go on coffee chats. But what do you even say? In this episode, I answer exactly that. I provide a list of ten sample questions you can ask on a coffee chat to help you make the most out of your time. I also provide an easy way to start and end the conversation so that you're not battling nerves and you can be present, actively listen, and honor the other person's time. If not knowing what to say on a coffee what has prevented you from reaching out to people in the past, this episode is for you.  Referenced Episodes:  64. Part 2: Getting a Job when You Don't Know Where to Start 78. Three Types of Coffee Chats to Increase Your Income 126. How to Know if You're Underpaid Resources:  Get a Raise in Any Economy - Get instant access via thefirstgencoach.com/freetraining 6-Month 1:1 Coaching: https://calendly.com/thefirstgencoach/consult Apply for On-Air Coaching: https://forms.gle/JshV6Z6TfUw6BBnk6 Download your⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠FREE Resume Guide and Template⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Follow @⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠CarlaTheFirstGenCoach⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ on Instagram Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

#164 - Everywhere you look, someone has applied to 300 jobs and heard nothing back, or has been searching for two years with a strong resume and all the right qualifications. So you sit in a job that's draining you, wondering whether it even makes sense to try. In this episode, Dr. Tega breaks down the five reasons the job market genuinely is harder right now, and then explains why the market still isn't the reason you're not getting hired.You'll learn what's actually behind the silence on your applications, why the approach most people double down on has never worked, and the shift that consistently gets mid-career women hired instead. Whether you've been quietly applying for months or you've been too discouraged to start, this episode will show you where to put your energy so the market stops feeling impossible.Mentioned in this episode:Fix Your Broken Job SearchRegister for the free live training to learn the 3 strategies to land work you love in 16 weeks as a mid-career woman, even if you're applying everywhere and hearing nothing back.CLICK TO REGISTER FOR THE LIVE TRAINING

The boys are diving headfirst into the algorithmic trenches as LinkedIn battles a massive influx of AI-generated content that is actively derailing user feeds. This automation wave is sparking a larger debate on the future of recruitment, especially as Indeed looks to double down on automated agents to reshape how hiring works. However, this aggressive tech pivot is already causing serious friction in the real world. A major multi-unit franchisee, Hamra Enterprises, found itself locked in a high-stakes standoff with Indeed over systemic backend glitches that disrupted major brand campaigns and nearly triggered a massive spending boycott. Beyond the corporate drama, the boys lock in their predictions for a massive international soccer finale and share a wild, graphic true-crime story from overseas that you truly have to hear to believe. Plus, the HR tech landscape is shifting fast with a wave of new product drops and strategic alliances. The crew breaks down the massive legal and compliance risks hidden inside the latest Recruitics and Maki People integration, dissects the market strategy behind the newest Appcast launch, and debates whether a three-way partnership between HireEZ, Next, and Talroo is a brilliant counter-strategy to industry giants or just a culturally messy survival play. Chapters 00:00 - Introduction and Episode Overview 01:00 - Chad's Wreckfest and World Cup Adventures 04:24 - AI in Movies and the Slotbuster Phenomenon 06:20 - AI-generated Content on Social Media 08:35 - World Cup Predictions and Rivalries 11:45 - Shoutouts and Political Satire 16:30 - Moscow Penis Biting Incident and Legal Penalties 22:08 - Indeed's Disposition Data and Industry Pushback 30:27 - The Future of Job Search and AI Agents 36:40 - Sponsorships and Recruitment Tech Announcements 37:26 - Recruitics Partnership with Mackey and AI Screening 45:32 - Industry Consolidation and Strategic Moves 53:46 - Closing Remarks and Dad Jokes

Your job search is a marketing campaign, and you are the product. In this episode, biotech career coach Carina Clingman shows you how to build a resume and cover letter that get past the software and win the six second scan.This is seminar one of a three part series Carina teaches for her outplacement career transition clients. She takes you inside a recruiter's applicant tracking system, where a single biotech role can draw 400 applicants, and shows how she narrows that pile down to the ten people worth a conversation. You will see why tailoring and keyword mirroring decide whether a human ever reads your resume at all.What you will learn:Why a resume is a marketing document, not a career archive or a CVThe four things every resume needs to survive the six second scanHow recruiters use Boolean and reverse keyword searches to cut applicantsHow to mirror a job description so a recruiter reads you as one of usThe five professional highlights that work like a movie trailer for your experienceWhere to place degrees, publications, and skills for the most impactThe T style cover letter hiring managers love and the three questions it must answerBy the end you will treat every resume, cover letter, and LinkedIn message as a marketing message with one job, to make a hiring manager care about you.Watch for parts two and three, on LinkedIn and interviews, in the coming weeks.Want Carina to build your resume and cover letter with you? Join the Biotech Career Coach Skool community and get access to the brand new Biotech Career Coach app.Join here:Learn more about the Collaboratory Career Hub community and access our free resources:Join our Skool CommunityTake the Free 7-day Interview Sprint ChallengeCheck out our sister podcast: Building BiotechsSend Carina a connection request on LinkedIn!Stay connected with us:

Steve Dalton details his systematic process for securing dream interviews.— YOU'LL LEARN — 1) How to generate 40 target employers in 40 minutes 2) Three effective ways to reach out to potential advocates3) The 6 crucial elements of the 75-word networking emailSubscribe or visit AwesomeAtYourJob.com/ep626 for clickable versions of the links below. — ABOUT STEVE — Steve Dalton is a senior career consultant and program director for Duke University's full-time MBA program. He holds his own MBA from the same institution and a chemical engineering degree from Case Western Reserve. Steve is also the founder of Contact2Colleague, a corporate training firm that helps organizations increase retention, drive sales, and develop internal expertise by teaching their employees to proactively and systematically build better professional relationships.• Book: The 2-Hour Job Search: Using Technology to Get the Right Job Faster• Book: The Job Closer: Time-Saving Techniques for Acing Resumes, Interviews, Negotiations, and More• Website: 2HourJobSearch.com• Twitter: @Dalton_Steve• LinkedIn Group: The 2-Hour Job Search - Q&A Forum— RESOURCES MENTIONED IN THE SHOW — • Tool: Hunter.io• Platform: Crunchbase• System: NAICS Code• Database: OneSource Business Browser• Study: "Do Informal Referrals Lead to Better Matches? Evidence from a Firm's Employee Referral System" by Meta Brown, Elizabeth Setren, and Giorgio Topa• Book: The 4 Hour Body: An Uncommon Guide to Rapid Fat Loss, Incredible Sex and Becoming Superhuman by Timothy Ferris• Book: Predictably Irrational, Revised and Expanded Edition: The Hidden Forces That Shape Our Decisions by Dan Ariely• Book: Awkward: The Science of Why We're Socially Awkward and Why That's Awesome by Ty Tashiro• Book: Quiet: The Power of Introverts in a World That Can't Stop Talking by Susan Cain— THANK YOU SPONSORS! — • Shopify. Sign up for your free trial at Shopify.com/awesomepod• Monarch. Get 50% off your first year with code AWESOME at Monarch.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The median job search time in 2026 is now 108 days — a 30% jump from just one quarter ago. But if you're trying to make an intentional career transition into meaningful, well-paid work, that number is only half the story. Here's what the data doesn't tell you, and what actually determines how long your career change will take. What You'll Learn: The critical difference between a conventional job search and an intentional career transition — and why confusing the two is what keeps most people stuck The two variables that determine your career change timeline more than anything else: clarity and validation How Linnea used an Ideal Career Profile to land a role four levels above where she started — without applying to hundreds of postings How Kara went from a 13-year federal career with a 5-month runway to a Chief of Staff role she loves — in exactly 5 months What the first four months of an intentional career transition actually look like, month by month, before you ever send a single application   Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation   Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.   Related Episodes Figuring Out Your Perfect Career Match (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Designing Career Experiments and Testing New Careers (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)   Mentioned Episode Six different types of Career Experiments (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Love Your Career Podcast? Let us know!Most people don't expect a career crisis. Redundancy, restructuring, a change in leadership or the sudden realisation that your contribution is being overlooked can happen with very little warning. And when it does, important career decisions often need to be made at the worst possible time.In episode 283 of Your Career Podcast, I explain why proactive career planning matters and how giving regular attention to your career can help you avoid making rushed decisions under pressure.I share a personal story from my years in Singapore, when I arrived at the airport with my two-year-old daughter and discovered that my Australian passport had expired. What followed was a stressful race against time and a difficult arrival in Australia using my British passport without the correct visa.It was a powerful lesson in what happens when something important, but not urgent, is left unattended for too long.The Urgent Important MatrixI introduce the Urgent Important Matrix, a practical framework made famous by Stephen Covey in The 7 Habits of Highly Effective People and associated with former US President Dwight D. Eisenhower.The matrix helps you separate tasks into four areas:urgent and importantimportant but not urgenturgent but not importantneither urgent nor importantCareer planning usually sits in the important but not urgent category.That is precisely why it is so easy to postpone.Your career does not send you a reminder when your industry is changing, your role is becoming vulnerable or your professional network is growing cold. By the time career planning feels urgent, you may already be facing redundancy, burnout or an unexpected career transition.What proactive career planning includesI discuss the career work that is best completed before you urgently need it:understanding and articulating your professional valuegaining clarity about the direction you want your career to takekeeping your resume, LinkedIn profile and other career assets currentmaintaining relationships and nurturing your professional networkreflecting on your achievements, skills and changing prioritiespreparing for career change before circumstances force the decisionProfessionals who manage redundancy or career change well are not necessarily luckier than everyone else. Often, they have already invested time in understanding who they are, what they offer and what they want next.This preparation gives them greater confidence, perspective and choice.A restructure may still be unsettling, but it is less likely to feel like a personal verdict when you already understand the value you bring.Take control before your career becomes urgentYou do not need to wait for a crisis to pay attention to your career.By setting aside time for the important but non-urgent work now, you can make better decisions later, strengthen your professional confidence and respond more effectively when change arrives.What have you done to proactively manage your career before redundancy looms?- - - - - - - -Welcome to Your Career Podcast with Jane Jackson where I help mid career professionals overcome self doubt and gain career clarity and the confidence to create the life and career they desire. Book a Zoom chat with me at janejacksoncoach.com - I'd love to meet you and discover what's happening in your career! Support the show- - - - - -To discover how to make a successful career change and land the job you'll LOVE, take the CAREER SUCCESS QUIZ and within 2 minutes you'll have your results, analysis and recommendations for career success.  https://careersuccess.scoreapp.com/   

Thanks for listening, and please follow us on Insta @NHPTalent and www.youtube.com/thePOZcast For all episodes, please check out www.thePOZcast.com This special episode is brought to you by our dear friends at Blood Cancer United. An organization very near and dear to me. I'm here to remind you to give to causes that make a difference. You want to help, but you don't know where to start? Blood Cancer United is at the top of my list. They are the global leader in helping patients and families with blood cancer, and your dollars fund research, patient support, and advocacy. Please give today here: Thank you for supporting this important mission. Learn more and donate here: https://pages.lls.org/voy/nyc/nyclls26/aposner Key Takeaways: Sometimes the criticism that hurts the most becomes the fuel for your greatest success. Creative careers are rarely linear. Years of experimentation often precede breakthrough moments. Working behind the scenes develops skills that make future entrepreneurial success possible. The best creators don't simply chase trends—they uncover universal human curiosity. Career storytelling works because people are endlessly fascinated by how other people make a living. Viral content isn't luck. It often comes from testing hypotheses repeatedly until something resonates. Authenticity beats perfection when building an audience. Every job has an interesting story if someone is willing to tell it. Topics Covered: Growing up in rural New York Trade school and early work ethic The power of proving people wrong Discovering filmmaking through gaming videos Learning from creators like Casey Neistat Developing creative skills through freelancing Why creators should work behind the scenes first Building confidence through repetition The psychology behind viral content Why unconventional careers fascinate audiences The origin story behind Gabriel's career content

Have you been noticing angel numbers everywhere? Feeling like your current life no longer fits? Sensing a deep pull toward something bigger, even if you can't quite explain it?In this episode, Michaela explores a specific kind of awakening that so many people are experiencing and what it may mean to be stepping into a lightworker role. We discuss the subtle and powerful signs that often accompany this journey, from recurring synchronicities and deep spiritual shifts to a growing desire to help others and create a positive change in the world.As humanity moves through challenging times, many believe these moments of collective hardship also serve as catalysts for awakening. Michaela dives into why periods of uncertainty can ignite a deeper sense of purpose and how the world's need for healing often calls lightworkers to rise.Whether you're just beginning to question your path or you've felt this calling for years, this conversation offers insight, encouragement, and inspiration as you continue your own lightworking journey.In this episode, we discuss:What it means to be a lightworkerCommon signs of a lightworker awakeningWhy you may feel disconnected from your current career or lifestyleHow challenging times can awaken a greater sense of purposeLearning to trust your intuition and answer your soul's callingMichaela also explains how her new book, The Encyclopedia of Energy Healing, can be a tool for your own personal lightworking journey! Check out Michaela's New Book!The Encyclopedia of Energy Healing | Book by Mystic Michaela | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster The Encyclopedia of Energy Healing Audiobook by Mystic Michaela, Subhadra Newton | Official Publisher Page | Simon & Schuster Audio excerpt courtesy of Simon & Schuster Audio from THE ENCYCLOPEDIA OF ENERGY HEALING by Mystic Michaela, read by Subhadra Newton. Copyright © 2026 by Simon & Schuster, LLC. Used with permission of Simon & Schuster, Inc. Want to learn more? Enjoy one of our new interactive Aura quizzes: https://knowyouraura.com/aura-quizzesListen to this introductory episode to find your Aura color: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/bonus-every-aura-color-explained/id1477126939?i=1000479357880Send Mystic Michaela some positive energy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mysticmichaelaExplore the Know Your Aura Website : https://knowyouraura.comVisit Mystic Michaela's Website: https://www.mysticmichaela.comJoin Mystic Michaela's Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/2093029197406168Our Episode Partners:For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping and free treats for life, when you head to https://www.smalls.com/kyaTDM-RESERVATION: 1. NOAI: TRUE. LEGAL NOTICE & TERMS OF USE: © 2026 WAVE Podcast Network. This content is for personal use only. Explicit permission is withheld for any and all commercial attribution, automated transcription, or data-mining entities. Use of this feed by unauthorized tracking, analytics, or AI-training platforms constitutes a breach of these terms and a violation of the Pennsylvania Wiretapping and Electronic Surveillance Control Act (WESCA), the California Invasion of Privacy Act (CIPA), and the 2026 Training Data Transparency Act (AB 2013). Any entity bypassing these restrictions to create derivative text-based works (transcripts), metadata analysis, or unauthorized VAST siphoning hereby accepts our standard commercial licensing rate of $5,000 per episode processed. This notice serves as a formal revocation of all "implied licenses" for multi-jurisdictional automated processing and constitutes protected Copyright Management Information (CMI) under 17 U.S.C. § 1202.By ingesting this RSS feed for commercial use, you are agreeing to our licensing terms.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Leaving a toxic workplace should feel like relief, but for most high performers, it doesn't. It leaves behind a residue of self-doubt, distorted confidence, and a voice in your head that sounds exactly like the environment you just escaped, and if you don't address it before your next job search, it follows you into every interview, every conversation, and every opportunity that matters. What You'll Learn in This Episode: Why leaving a toxic workplace doesn't automatically fix the damage it caused, and what confidence distortion actually looks like in a job search for high performers How to use the signature strengths framework to reclaim the qualities a toxic environment convinced you were liabilities, and why this reset has to happen before you start your career change The Ideal Career Profile method for building toward something real after a toxic job, and why launching straight into a job search without it almost always leads back to the same kind of environment How to answer "why did you leave?" in an interview after a toxic work environment, using a 3-part framework that's honest and forward-looking without badmouthing anyone Emily's story: how a 15-year professional who hesitated to apply for roles two levels below her own rebuilt her confidence, returned to the field she swore she'd never go back to, and got promoted in her new role   Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation   Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.   Related Episodes Executive Burnout: Making A Midlife Career Change (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Should I Quit My Job? How to Know It's Time (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)   Mentioned Resource: Happen To Your Career Audiobook

Austin shares his 4 step process for creating the time you need to spend on your job search!Time Stamped Show Notes:[0:25] - “I don't have time!”[1:52] - Track your time with a time audit[3:06] - Find 5-7 hours in your week[4:18] - Schedule the same 5-7 hours every week[5:13] - Be intentional with the time - Have a plan!Want To Level Up Your Job Search?Click here to learn more about 1:1 career coaching to help you land your dream job without applying online.Check out Austin's courses and, as a thank you for listening to the show, use the code PODCAST to get 5% off any digital course:The Interview Preparation System - Austin's proven, all-in-one process for turning your next job interview into a job offer.Value Validation Project Starter Kit - Everything you need to create a job-winning VVP that will blow hiring managers away and set you apart from the competition.No Experience, No Problem - Austin's proven framework for building the skills and experience you need to break into a new industry (even if you have *zero* experience right now).Try Austin's Job Search ToolsResyBuild.io - Build a beautiful, job-winning resume in minutes.ResyMatch.io - Score your resume vs. your target job description and get feedback.ResyBullet.io - Learn how to write attention grabbing resume bullets.Mailscoop.io - Find anyone's professional email in seconds.Connect with Austin for daily job search content:Cultivated CultureLinkedInTwitterThanks for listening!

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If your job search isn't working and you're sending more applications hoping something sticks, you're not alone. Mass applying is the most common job search mistake, and the mindset shift and targeted strategy that fix it took Stephanie Drumright from silence to two offers in 8 days. Stephanie had sent 145 applications in 6 months. Five got her into interviews. None turned into an offer. She had a visa clock ticking, and her instinct was to apply to more jobs, broader roles, anything that might stick. So she changed her approach completely. She narrowed her criteria to Head of Operations or similar roles, companies under 250 people, a hybrid setup, and a specific values fit. Instead of applying like someone trying to earn her way in, she searched like someone with standards. 8 days later, she had 2 offers. This episode unpacks the job search psychology behind why mass applying fails, the cognitive load that drains your interview performance, and how the shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset turns a targeted job search into real interviews and offers. What you'll learn: Why sending more applications when you're scared often makes your job search harder, not easier The cognitive load cost that's draining your interview performance behind the scenes How to shift from a scarcity mindset to an abundance mindset in your job search Stephanie's exact criteria framework that took her from 145 applications to 2 offers in 8 days The identity shift from applicant trying to earn a yes to candidate with standards   Our book, Happen To Your Career: An Unconventional Approach To Career Change and Meaningful Work, is now available on audiobook! Visit  happentoyourcareer.com/audible to order it now! Visit happentoyourcareer.com/book for more information or buy the print or ebook here! Want to chat with our team about your unique situation? Schedule a conversation   Free Resources What career fits you? Join our free 8 Day Mini Course to figure it out! Career Change Guide - Learn how high-performers discover their ideal career and find meaningful, well-paid work without starting over.   Related Episodes Six Career Experiments To Help You Discover Your Ideal New Role (Spotify / Apple Podcasts) Figuring Out Your Perfect Career Match (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)   Mentioned Episode: Episode 612 - Stephanie Drumright (Spotify / Apple Podcasts)

Check out the podcast on Macslist here: (https://www.macslist.org/?post_type=podcasts&p=16810&preview=true) If you're like most people, you don't enjoy talking about your greatest accomplishments. It can feel uncomfortable to “toot your own horn,” even when a hiring manager asks you about your skills and expertise. If you want to stand out in today's tough job market, Find Your Dream Job guest Elizabeth Gross says you must overcome this reluctance. Elizabeth shares how to emphasize your accomplishments on your resume, as well as the best way to sell yourself on LinkedIn. About Our Guest:Elizabeth Gross is the owner of Job Search Divas, where she offers a range of career-related services, including resume writing, career coaching, job search strategies, networking skills, and interview preparation.Resources in This Episode:To find out more about Elizabeth and the services she offers, visit her website at www.jobsearchdivas.com. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.