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In today’s job market, AI-driven hiring systems and ATS filters are deciding your fate, even before a recruiter ever lays eyes on your application. If you’ve been ghosted, rejected instantly, or feel like you’re shouting into the void, I've got your back.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the hiring funnel in 2025, what really happens to your resume after you hit submit, and sharing my 3-part framework to beat the system:

✅ How to optimize your resume for AI and ATS
✅ How to build a strong online presence that gets noticed
✅ How to prep for AI-driven interviews with confidence

Whether you're applying for jobs online, reaching out to recruiters, or trying to make your next big career move, this video is packed with practical tips to help you get seen, get interviews, and finally land your dream job.

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Let's keep the conversation going — What’s your biggest job search challenge right now? I’d love to hear from you.  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

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Think your resume is ready to impress recruiters? Think again. In today’s job market, if your resume isn’t optimized for Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS), it could be rejected before a human even reads it.

In this episode, I’ll walk you through how ATS works, the common formatting mistakes to avoid, and the exact checklist you need to make sure your resume makes it past the bots and into the hands of real decision-makers. You’ll learn:

✅ What causes ATS to instantly reject resumes.
✅ The best resume format for ATS compatibility.
✅ The top keywords and sections every resume should include.
✅ What NOT to do—like using images, text boxes, and fancy fonts.
✅ A side-by-side comparison of an ATS-friendly vs. non-ATS resume.

Download your FREE ATS-Friendly Resume Pack: Get a proven resume template, a real-world example, and AI-powered prompts to help you land interviews faster 👉 https://heatheraustin.online/resumepack.

Let's keep the conversation going — What’s one resume mistake you’re making? I’d love to hear from you.  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

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Stop copying and pasting ChatGPT resumes! In 2025, AI can be a total game-changer in your job search, but only if you know how to use it strategically.

In this episode, I’m sharing a powerful visual that breaks down the do’s and don’ts of using AI in your job search. From tailoring your resume and prepping for interviews to the common mistakes that make your applications sound robotic and generic.

Whether you’re brand new to AI or already using tools like ChatGPT, this is a must-watch to make sure you're standing out for the right reasons.

Let's keep the conversation going — What's your go-to AI tool to help you with your job search?  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

Writing a resume in 2025? If you’re not using AI, you’re already behind. But here’s the catch—most job seekers are using it the WRONG way, and it’s actually hurting their chances of getting hired. In this video, you'll learn:

✔ 6 powerful AI prompts to write a polished, ATS-friendly resume
✔ How to use AI to analyze job descriptions and match keywords
✔ A simple 3-step formula to optimize your resume for both the ATS and human recruiters
✔Key features of an ATS-friendly resume (clean layout, standard fonts, no columns or tables!)

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• ATS-FRIENDLY RESUME PACK + AI-POWERED PROMPTS
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Let's keep the conversation going — What's your biggest resume challenge?  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

Is your LinkedIn profile helping you land job opportunities—or keeping you invisible to recruiters and your network? If you’re not getting noticed, you’re likely missing key optimization strategies that make your profile stand out in 2025. In this step-by-step LinkedIn tutorial, I’ll show you:

✅ The 8 Must-Have Features of a Winning LinkedIn Profile
✅ 4 Essential AI Prompts to optimize your profile faster
✅ 3 Must-Have Networking Templates to boost visibility & unlock the hidden job market

CAREER AND JOB SEARCH RESOURCES TO HELP YOU LAND YOUR NEW JOB:

• THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit/ 
• THE ULITMATE LINKEDIN PROFILE CHECKLIST: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/linkedin-checklist/

Let's keep the conversation going — What part of your LinkedIn profile needs the most work?  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

Want to land more job interviews in 2025? Your resume needs to pass the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and grab recruiters' attention FAST. In this episode, I’ll show you how to create an ATS-friendly resume that gets noticed—without the guesswork! Here's what you'll learn:

✔️ The must-have resume formatting rules for ATS compatibility
✔️ How to use AI prompts to tailor your resume for ANY job
✔️ The biggest mistakes job seekers make (and how to avoid them)
✔️ A FREE resume template you can start using today!

Whether you’re switching careers, re-entering the workforce, or just upgrading your resume, this video gives you the exact steps to create a resume that works in today’s competitive job market!

CAREER AND JOB SEARCH RESOURCES TO HELP YOU LAND YOUR NEW JOB:

• THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit/ 
  
  
• ATS-FRIENDLY RESUME PACK + AI-POWERED PROMPTS
  https://heatheraustin.online/resumepack 

Let's keep the conversation going — What's your biggest resume challenge?  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

Struggling to land interviews? Your cover letter might be the reason—or maybe you’re skipping it altogether. In this video, I’ll walk you through my signature 5-part framework to craft a cover letter that grabs attention, speaks directly to what employers want, and positions you as the must-hire candidate.

Plus, stick around because I’m also revealing the 3 types of cover letters every job seeker needs to maximize their chances of landing that life-changing job offer!

CAREER AND JOB SEARCH RESOURCES TO HELP YOU LAND YOUR NEW JOB:

• THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit/ 
  
  
• 25 POWERFUL AI PROMPTS FOR JOB SEEKERS https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/prompts/

Let's keep the conversation going — What's your go-to strategy for making your cover letter stand out?  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

An optimized LinkedIn profile works like a magnet, attracting recruiters, hiring managers, and high-quality job offers straight to your DMs. If you’re DONE scouring job boards and getting no response, or if you’re just feeling stuck in your professional life, then tune in.

In this video, I’m breaking down the most critical areas of your LinkedIn profile that need optimization to attract the right opportunities, so you can spend less time hunting and more time landing your next big role.

CAREER AND JOB SEARCH RESOURCES TO HELP YOU LAND YOUR NEW JOB:

• THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit/ 
• BRAND-NEW LINKEDIN PROFILE CHECKLIST: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/linkedin-checklist/

Let's keep the conversation going — What part of your LinkedIn profile needs the most work?  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

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Let’s be honest—job searching in today’s market can feel like a full-time job. It’s time-consuming, it can drain your energy, and if you’re not seeing the results you want, It can seriously impact your confidence. One of the biggest hurdles? Getting your resume past the dreaded ATS. You spend hours tailoring your resume, only to wonder if it’s ever seen by a real person. 

Sound familiar? Well, I’ve got you covered this video. I’m sharing how to transform your resume in minutes so it not only passes the ATS but grabs attention from recruiters and hiring managers. Whether you're struggling to get interviews or just want to refresh your resume for your next big opportunity, these simple yet powerful tips will make sure your resume gets through to real person.

Let's keep the conversation going — Which of these resume hacks do you think will make the biggest difference for you? Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

Over the past 8 years, I’ve helped hundreds of thousands of professionals land more interviews and better job offers with one game-changing tool: LinkedIn! Just ask Eric, who applied for 10 positions and scored interviews with all 10 companies! Or Heather, who landed interviews with almost every company she applied to, and walked away with a job offer way above her salary expectations! And then there's Josh, who received nonstop interview requests and secured a new role with a whopping $50k salary increase! Now it's your turn to achieve results like Eric, Heather, and Josh.

​In this episode, I’m revealing my 7 top LinkedIn profile hacks! Whether you're aiming to attract recruiters, grow your network, or showcase your expertise, these tips will help you stand out instantly. Plus, I've created a brand-new LinkedIn Checklist to guide you step-by-step in crafting a standout profile that captures attention and sets you apart from the competition.

CAREER AND JOB SEARCH RESOURCES TO HELP YOU LAND YOUR NEW JOB:

• THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit/ 
• BRAND-NEW LINKEDIN PROFILE CHECKLIST: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/linkedin-checklist/

Let's keep the conversation going — What part of your LinkedIn profile needs the most work?  Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!