In this episode, Heather talks about the different areas within the field of I/O psychology and how this can lead to confusion and burnout in many new grads and career seekers. She also explains how many I/Os look for certainty before taking action. However, instead of trying to find one perfect "forever" path, work on identifying your strengths, values, and interests. 

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In this episode, Heather talks about how the job search process can be challenging; however, it's important to prioritize your well-being.  She also shares that she's building something new for the I/O community to help students, new grads, and career transitioners gain more career direction and confidence.

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In this episode, Heather discusses why career readiness in I/O psychology is about more than just resumes and LinkedIn profiles. Using her three-step framework of Know Yourself, Know the Market, and Know Your Path Forward, she explores how new graduates can build clarity and confidence without feeling overwhelmed by all of the possible career directions in the field. 

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In this episode, Heather talks about how early-career and aspiring I/O psychologists can build credible portfolios even before working with a single client. She discusses how your coursework, internships, research, LinkedIn content, and side projects can all become valuable portfolio pieces when positioned strategically. 

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In this episode, Heather shares top takeaways from last week’s annual SIOP conference and how it’s shaping her thinking on AI, teaching, and career development. She also announces the launch of her newest I/O Psychology Career Accelerator Workbook. To get even more support, she introduces her new Office Hours offering for quick, focused career support.

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This week, I'm resharing one of my most popular episodes: Why Your I/O Career is Unclear Right Now. This past week, I had the pleasure of traveling to D.C. to talk to I/O graduates at the University of Maryland about how to find your place in the field of I/O.

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If you can't, chances are it's time to reflect on your interests, values, and strengths!

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In this episode, Heather explores how overthinking and analysis paralysis can keep you stuck in your career and delay meaningful progress. She also shares how to shift from passive learning to intentional action so you can start building clarity through small, consistent habits.

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In this episode, Heather breaks down the difference between being busy and building your I/O career. She introduces an exercise you can begin using today: A skills gap analysis, along with a helpful tip to communicate your experience to hiring managers.

Career Accelerator Workshop

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In this episode, Heather shares a simple framework to help you start exploring your I/O niche. By using your skills, energy, and the job market, you can start gaining clarity and direction in your career path.

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In this episode, Heather talks about why your career may be unclear right now. (And no, it's not because you're unqualified...)

After this quick episode, you’ll walk away with practical questions to help you start identifying your path within the field.

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