Career Transitions

This Career Transition Series is here to help you get clear, stay steady, and move forward with confidence as you navigate a career change.

Interview Prep That Builds Confidence: Use STAR and Practice Like It’s a Skill

The STAR interview method helps you tell clear, credible stories under pressure. Interviews aren’t a personality test. They’re a storytelling test. The best candidates don’t wing it—they prepare. The STAR interview method gives you a structure so your answers sound clear, specific, and confident (even when you’re nervous). Confidence comes from reps , not overthinking. Prep in Three Buckets Role fit. Understand the job, the problems, the priorities. Company fit. Know what

Networking Without the Awkward: A Simple Weekly Routine

Networking for job search works best when it’s consistent and low-pressure. If networking makes you cringe, you’re not alone. Many people think networking means cold asking or forced small talk. But networking for job search is simply building professional relationships with consistency. The goal isn’t to “use people.” It’s to stay visible, learn, and create real conversation, so opportunities can find you . A Weekly Networking Routine (30–45 Minutes Total) Add 5 connections

ATS-Friendly Resume: Make It Easy for Them to Say “Yes”

An ATS-friendly resume is simple, clear, and built for scanning. You don’t need a fancy resume—you need a resume that gets read. An ATS-friendly resume uses clean structure, relevant keywords, and clear outcomes so both the system and the recruiter can quickly understand your fit. Most resumes don’t fail because the candidate is unqualified—they fail because the resume is unclear. What Makes a Resume ATS-Friendly Mirrors job description language (keywords, tools, responsibil

Three Job Search Myths You Need to Drop—Today

When you drop the myth, you get your momentum back. Smart, capable people get stuck for one reason: they believe a myth that sounds “realistic.” These job search myths quietly shrink your confidence and your approach—until you’re applying like you’re asking for permission. Let’s clear them out so you can show up as the solution . Myth 1: “I can’t get hired if I’m not currently employed.” Hiring managers care about fit and proof. Your job is to show relevance and results—not

Job Search Emotions and Mindset: Don’t Let a Hard Week Define You

A strong job search mindset isn’t positivity—it’s steadiness and a plan. Job searching can mess with your head. Rejections sting. Silence feels personal. And when it lasts longer than you expected, it can shake your confidence. That’s why your job search mindset matters as much as your resume. A tough market is not a verdict on your talent, but you do need a plan to protect your energy and keep moving. Why Job Searching Feels So Personal Job searching hits identity and secu

Your Personal Marketing Plan: The Job Search Tool That Saves Time (and Sanity)

A personal marketing plan for job search brings structure, focus, and momentum. If your job search feels chaotic, it’s often because you’re doing activities without a clear structure. A personal marketing plan for job search fixes that fast. It helps you decide what you’re aiming for, what makes you compelling, and how you’ll show up consistently—without burning out. When you have a plan, you stop guessing and start executing. What a Personal Marketing Plan Does (and Why It