The Career Confidante

Are you lacking confidence in your job search or career? You are not alone! With all the uncertainty, layoffs, and career changes going on, many career coaches are hearing clients share that they just don't feel as confident right now. In fact, a study by My Confidence Matters and the University of Glasgow revealed that 79% of women and 62% of men experience a lack of confidence in the workplace. How does lack of confidence impact one's career and what can be done to boost it? In this episode of The Career Confidante, host Marie Zimenoff welcomes personal branding expert Kate Pozeznik. Together, Kate and Marie discuss what impacts confidence and what can trigger a lack of confidence or feeling like a fraud (often called imposter syndrome). Then they share practical actions anyone can take to boost confidence long-term and in specific situations.

Changes in leadership are still impacting hiring within federal agencies, creating more opportunities and continually evolving the hiring processes across the federal landscape. Despite the changes, one constant remains: on any given day there are more than 10,000 jobs posted on USAJOBS. And more than 75 percent of those are outside the DC metro area. Many professionals and job seekers miss out on these opportunities to serve their country and access the benefits of federal employment. They misunderstand what jobs exist, do not know how to find them, or are overwhelmed by the process to apply. In this episode of The Career Confidante, host Marie Zimenoff will welcome Nancy Segal who served in federal HR roles for 30 years. Today, Nancy uses that expertise to help job seekers and train career service providers. Together, Nancy and Marie will demystify the federal hiring process and the federal resume while sharing insider information that can help you access this opportunity-rich job market.

Today's technology allows us access to groups and networks outside of our local areas. By using technology, we can expand the scope and reach of what we do without relocating. Whether you describe yourself as a job seeker, an entrepreneur, a freelancer, or anything in between, going outside of your local area will allow you to grow personally and professionally. Professional networking can help you advance your career or expand a business across the globe. But how do you build a virtual network internationally? In this episode of Career Confidante Radio, host Marie Zimenoff welcomes Norma Davila. Listen in as they discuss how to build a strong network using digital tools. If you are looking to expand your job search, spur business growth, or advance your career while meeting fascinating people, listen in!

Writing a resume for science, technology, engineering, and math (STEM) roles poses unique challenges. Technical professionals often struggle to write a resume that speaks to multiple roles held within organizations without feeling unfocused and to make content accessible to many audiences without losing the technical impact. In this episode of Career Confidante Radio, host Marie Zimenoff welcomes STEM career expert, Kate Williamson. Listen in as they discuss how to approach a technical resume and job search. If you are a technical professional or know one (or just want some great tips for resume and job search), listen in!

You found a great new job and quit your old one, but now it isn't what you thought it would be. The good news? You're not alone. Millions of workers left their job in the Great Resignation for a career change or job shift hoping to find a better fit or work-life balance. Before you hop again, listen in as Career Confidante host Marie Zimenoff and guest Thomas Powner share what to get clear on before you jump again. These tips will help you be happier where you are or speed up your job search if you've already left or have been recently laid off.

Whether you are taking an internal promotion, navigating a job search, or making a complete career change, you are likely underestimating the psychological impact of your career transition. Understanding the mental and emotional factors will be as critical to achieving your career goals as the actions you will take. What are the signs that it's time to make a career move? What techniques can career changers and coaches use to be more successful? In this episode of Career Confidante Radio, host Marie Zimenoff welcomes coach Charmaign Lomastro. Listen in as they discuss how to align your career transition to your individual style and anticipate your stumbling blocks. If you are a coach or a job seeker who wants a framework to speed your career transition, listen in!

Listen in to understand how the use of social media has shifted for sourcing candidates - how recruiters look for active and passive candidates to hire for their open roles. We'll also discuss what this means for your job search and how to use social media more proactively in your search to uncover and connect with people in your target industries. If you have been struggling to find work or that perfect fit, listen in!

Neurodivergence covers a spectrum of differences in thinking from what is considered neurotypical. Historically, employers and coaches have failed to recognize and accommodate these differences. Although there have been significant advances in employer understanding and actions in recent years, this has led to higher unemployment numbers for this group and less effective career support. In this episode of Career Confidante Radio, host Marie Zimenoff welcomes resume writer and coach Melissa Kelley. Listen in as Melissa shares her story of being diagnosed on the Autism spectrum and with ADHD later in life and how being neurodivergent impacted her career. She also shares tips for helping neurodiverse individuals with their job search, interviewing, and beyond. Tune in for insights that can help any career services provider be more effective at working with clients, especially those who are neurodiverse.

The last few years have created new challenges for women in the workplace, leading to an unprecedented exodus of women from the workplace. A renewed emphasis on diversity and current economic forces have also created opportunities for women’s career advancement. In this episode of Career Confidante Radio, host Marie Zimenoff welcomes career and leadership coach Latasha Williams. Together, they discuss the factors impacting career advancement and job search for women today and tips for how women can use these global forces to their advantage. If you are or know a woman who is looking to take control of their career, listen in!

The past two years have reshaped our workforce permanently. The uncertainty and collective experience of the pandemic have required adaptability and flexibility to new opportunities. For those who thrived, the last two years have uncovered a new level of career resilience. What can you learn from their success and apply to your career? In this episode of Career Confidante Radio, host Marie Zimenoff welcomes Makesha Dockery. Listen in as they discuss what career resilience is and lessons you can use to advance your career, bounce back after disappointments, speed your job search, or thrive in your business. They also share how career resilience is a skill anyone can build. If you want to thrive in this continually shifting workplace, listen in!