Keywords can make or break your resume, but most people either ignore them completely or overdo it. In this episode, Dr. Tracy Shroyer breaks down what keywords are, where to find them, and how to use them strategically so your resume gets seen by both applicant tracking systems and human reviewers.

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Still hanging onto outdated resume advice? In this episode, Dr. Tracy Shroyer busts some of the biggest resume myths still floating around in 2025. From the “one-page rule” to the idea that your resume needs an objective, she unpacks what actually matters to both applicant tracking systems and hiring managers, and what’s just fluff.

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Feeling drained by the resume writing process? You're not alone. In this episode, Dr. Tracy Shroyer breaks down why resumes feel so overwhelming and how to approach them with clarity and confidence using the Rock Your Resume framework. This episode is a must-listen if your resume feels outdated, misaligned, or just plain stuck.

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Your resume is a critical part of your job search, but it’s not everything.

In this episode, Dr. Tracy Shroyer shares how your resume fits into the bigger picture of your career narrative and how to avoid relying on it alone.

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Start your journey with Career Dev! In this trailer, Dr. Tracy Shroyer shares how the podcast helps job seekers and professionals in transition. Expect strategies to take your resume from invisible to irresistible, optimize LinkedIn, explore AI tools, and navigate job search challenges. If you’re facing burnout, layoffs, or seeking your next role, this podcast gives you courage, clarity, and practical tools to reignite your career.

Are you secretly scanning job boards during lunch? Dreading your next team meeting? Staring at a resume that hasn’t been touched since dial-up internet was a thing?

In this episode, Dr. Tracy gets real about the quiet panic so many professionals feel when they realize it’s time for a job change, but their materials are completely outdated. If your resume still includes your high school job and your LinkedIn hasn’t been touched since college, this one’s for you.

Dr. Tracy shares a personal, no-shame message for those who feel stuck and introduces a limited-time Career Reset Package designed to take the stress out of job searching. Only 3 spots available.

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What happens when the role you’ve built your life around is suddenly gone? In this deeply personal episode, Dr. Tracy Shroyer shares what it was like to be laid off after 27 years of service, leadership, and loyalty—and how even a career coach can feel completely unprepared in the face of sudden change.

Tracy reflects on what she wishes she had done sooner, and walks you through three powerful reminders to help you stay ready, not reactive: keep your resume alive, keep your network warm, and never confuse performance with job security. If you’ve been laid off, fear it might be coming, or simply want to build your career safety plan, this episode is for you.

Plus, learn about the Pink Slip Prep School and how to start taking small steps today—before the crisis hits.

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You’ve updated your resume. You’ve polished your LinkedIn profile. But the job search still feels stuck—and you're not alone.

In this episode, Dr. Tracy Shroyer walks you through the Connect phase of the 4C Career Compass Framework and what it really takes to start seeing results in your job search.

Spoiler alert: it’s not about applying harder—it’s about connecting smarter.

You’ll learn:

• Why relying on job boards alone can stall your search
  
• How to make networking feel more human (and less awkward)
  
• What to say in follow-up messages that actually get responses
• How to stay consistent, accountable, and visible

Ready to stop spinning your wheels and start building momentum? Tune in now.

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Your resume gets you through the door—but your LinkedIn profile helps people find you before you even knock. In this episode, we dive into the second pillar of the 4C Framework: Communicate.

Dr. Tracy Shroyer shares the most common resume mistakes (and how to fix them), what every LinkedIn profile must include, and how to make sure both tools are telling the same powerful story.

Whether you’re actively job searching or just want to be ready for what’s next, this episode will help you present your best self with confidence and clarity.

In this episode, you’ll learn:
✅ How to turn flat resume bullets into high-impact accomplishments
✅ The top 3 areas of your LinkedIn profile to optimize today
✅ Why your resume and LinkedIn should feel like teammates—not twins
✅ Quick wins to start showing up in recruiter searches

🎁 Free Resource Mentioned: Top 10 Resume Mistakes & How to Fix Them
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Are you feeling stuck, uncertain, or questioning your career path?

In this transformative episode of the Career Dev Podcast, Dr. Tracy Shroyer introduces the first pillar of her groundbreaking 4C Framework: Clarify. Discover how to move from career confusion to purposeful direction by learning to ask the right questions and reflect on what truly energizes you.

Through powerful insights, personal stories, and practical strategies, Dr. Shroyer will help you:

• Recognize the signs that you're in the "Clarify" stage

• Understand why job searching without clarity leads to unfulfilling opportunities

• Learn three key questions to unlock your career potential

• Break free from reactionary job hunting

• Start your journey towards a more meaningful and aligned career

Whether you've been laid off, feel stagnant in your current role, or simply crave more purpose, this episode is your roadmap to understanding what you really want. Don't miss this opportunity to pause, reflect, and set yourself up for career success.

Bonus: Learn about Dr. Shroyer's free "What's Your Career Direction" assessment to help you identify exactly what you need in your career right now. Access the assessment at https://www.tracyshroyerphd.com/assessment