We’re taught the same job-search script: polish your resume, apply online, wait. It’s also the script that keeps smart people stuck.

In this episode, career specialist and recruiter Kate Johnson breaks down what actually moves careers now: portfolio proof, real relationships, and the ability to market yourself without sounding desperate.

You’ll learn:

Why “applying online” rarely works, and what to do instead

How to use a book (or any project) as a credibility engine

The difference between transactional outreach and relationship-building

How to explain job moves without looking flaky

A simple way to turn conversations into introductions

If you’re trying to switch industries, level up, or stop feeling invisible in the job market, this is the playbook.