Are you feeling lost and alone in your job search after a layoff? In this episode, I sit down with my client, Swathi, who shares her incredible journey from the uncertainty of being laid off to the triumph of receiving two compelling job offers on the SAME day. 

Swathi opens up about the initial lonely first month of job searching where her applications felt like they were disappearing into a "big black void." We dive deep into the crucial mindset shift that helped her pivot into a new function as a Product Marketing Manager—a role she didn't have direct experience in—and how she overcame the moments of doubt that led her to "panic apply" for jobs that weren't the right fit. 

This is a must-watch for anyone who is feeling low, alone, or discouraged in their job search. Discover the strategies that helped Swathi not only pivot and get two offers but also secure a $25K salary increase. 

In this episode, we cover:

✅ Swathi’s emotional journey from layoff to determination. 

✅ The lonely reality of job searching and how to overcome it. 

✅ The mindset shift required to successfully pivot into a new role. 

✅ How to stay disciplined when you feel like giving up. 

✅ The powerful realization that you are ALREADY the professional you want to be. 

✅ How it feels to get two dream job offers on the same day and negotiate a higher salary. 

✅ Swathi’s #1 takeaway that completely changed her career and her life. 

Connect with Guest:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/swathiramnarayan06/

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call

Ready to land your dream $150K+ offer in 2-3 months? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/

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Are you worried about AI's impact on your job? In this episode, we sit down with Alina Rivilis, a Director of Data Science and AI with over 25 years of experience, to uncover the real story behind AI's disruption of the corporate world.

Alina, a 2025 Women in AI Awards finalist, sheds light on how AI is impacting hiring at all levels and what employers are truly looking for in this new landscape. We discuss the decline of entry-level positions and what this means for new graduates.

If you're a mid to senior-level professional, this conversation is for you. Alina shares her number one piece of advice on how to upskill, stay adaptable, and remain resilient in a constantly evolving job market.

In this episode, we cover:

✅ Alina's journey into the world of AI over the past two decades 

✅ Why AI is suddenly a hot topic, even though it's been around for years 

✅ The impact of AI on white-collar jobs and the future of work 

✅ Why many companies are still failing with their AI implementation 

✅ The importance of upskilling and how to approach it 

✅ The human skills that remain crucial in the age of AI 

✅ Alina's advice for staying "future-proof" with AI

🚀 If you're ready to stop worrying about AI and start showing employers what it's truly like to work with a proactive, adaptable professional, this episode will show you the way.

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call

Ready to land your dream $150K+ offer in 2-3 months? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/

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What to do after an interview? Ever wondered why you never heard back after a great interview or networking message? It's the most common question job seekers ask. The answer is simple: people are just busy. A non-response is not a rejection.

This episode is your definitive guide to the art of the follow-up. Stop guessing and start implementing a strategy that shows you're the right person for the job.

In this episode, you'll learn:

✅ The single most important rule my coaching clients learn: always follow up.

✅ How to reframe following up as an act of helping, not bothering.

✅ Why your one message gets lost in a world where everyone is fighting for attention.

✅ A real-life example of how a senior executive candidate changed his perspective on following up and why it mattered.

✅ Practical tips to make your follow-up easy and effective, including using scheduling tools. 

🚀If you're ready to stop thinking that following up makes you look desperate and start showing employers what it's truly like to work with a proactive professional, this episode will show you the way

We’ll diagnose exactly where you’re getting stuck - and dive into what to do instead.

Spots are limited so I can coach you live (yes, really!).

Claim one of the 50 spots available - https://thecareerdiet.com/the-unstuck-masterclass/

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call

Ready to land your dream $150K+ offer in 2-3 months? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/

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Are you putting in countless hours in your job search, tailoring your resume, and scrolling through LinkedIn, only to feel like you're getting nowhere? If you set a goal to land your dream six-figure role in 2025 and it hasn't happened yet, this episode is the dose of tough love you need to hear. 

We're more than halfway through the year, and it's time to get honest about what's really holding you back. It's not the market, it's not the economy—the biggest obstacle in your job search is likely you.

In this episode, you'll learn:

✅ Why "doing a lot" doesn't mean you're doing the right things.

✅ The advanced strategies that are non-negotiable in today's job market, especially for mid to senior-level roles.

✅ The networking challenge that can get you 5-10 meetings in the next month. 

✅ How to shift from an external to an internal locus of control and take charge of your career.

✅The difference between physical and emotional burnout and how to overcome the drama in your head.

🚀 If you think you are stuck and can't find your way to land your dream job. I’m hosting a FREE live masterclass: From Stuck to Dream 6-Figure Offers.

We’ll diagnose exactly where you’re getting stuck - and dive into what to do instead.

Spots are limited so I can coach you live (yes, really!).

Claim one of the 50 spots available - https://thecareerdiet.com/the-unstuck-masterclass/

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call

Ready to land your dream $150K+ offer in 2-3 months? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/

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Are you an experienced professional struggling to land interviews despite a great resume? In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on why this is happening, how the hiring game has been changed by AI and what works today.

Relying on a tailored resume to get you interviews is like trying to close a $200,000 work deal by sending a PDF to a potential client. You wouldn't do that at work, so why do it for your own career? It's time to learn the new rules for getting hired.

Listen now to learn why your old job search methods are failing and what to do instead.

Tune in to discover:

✅ The reality of competing against thousands of AI-generated applications.

✅ The "hidden job market": How employers find senior candidates through referrals and headhunting before posting the role online.

✅ The critical difference between a reactive "apply and pray" strategy and a proactive approach that puts you in control.

✅ Actionable steps to get in front of decision-makers and build relationships that lead to interviews and offers.

🚀 If you're ready to stop being reactive and start being the proactive candidate that companies are desperate to hire, this episode will show you the way.

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call

Ready to become the candidate every hiring manager wants? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/

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In this episode, I'm not just telling you how to network; I'm showing you how I built this skill from the ground up and turned it into a six-figure career for myself.

I wasn't born a "people person." I was a shy introvert, speaking English as a second language, who dreaded networking events. Fast forward 15 years, and I was being headhunted for my ability to connect with high-level executives.

This episode is the story of that transformation. It's for anyone who feels stuck in their career and knows they need to network but doesn't know where to start. I'm sharing my entire journey, from awkward coffee chats to closing deals with major companies.

Listen now to learn how to build the most valuable skill in your career arsenal.

Tune in to discover:

✅ The raw and honest truth about my early networking failures.

✅ How my job forced me to develop networking skills, and the lessons I learned.

✅ Actionable steps you can take today to start building your networking muscle, no matter how shy you are.

✅ The mindset shift that can help you see networking as a game you can win.

🚀 If you're ready to stop second-guessing and finally land the role you deserve, this episode will show you how.

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call

Ready to become the candidate every hiring manager wants? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/

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Welcome back to The Career Diet Podcast!

If you’ve ever wondered, “Am I really ready for that $150K+ role?”—this episode is your wake-up call.

Because the way you’re showing up—your mindset, presence, and confidence—might be sending a message you don’t even realize: “I’m not ready.”

You’ve got the experience. You’ve led teams. You’re more than capable.

But if you’re hesitating to reach out, second-guessing every conversation, or waiting to “feel confident” once the offer comes—you’re keeping yourself stuck.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 5 subtle ways smart professionals signal doubt during their job search—and how to shift into the energy that actually gets you hired at the senior level.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

✅ How self-doubt shows up—even when you’re qualified

✅ Why confidence isn’t a bonus—it’s part of your strategy

✅ How to build presence before you land the job

✅ What hiring managers actually look for beyond your resume

✅ The hidden cost of waiting to “feel ready”

🚀 If you’re aiming for a next-level role and want to start showing up like someone who already belongs there—this episode is for you.

Want personalized help making that shift? Don’t miss my live masterclass: “From Stuck to Dream Six-Figure Offers” – happening May 28. 

You’ll walk away knowing exactly where you’re stuck—and what to do next. Spots are limited and it’s by application only. Apply here: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-unstuck-masterclass-may28/

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call 

Ready to become the candidate every hiring manager wants? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/ 

Follow The Career Diet on Instagram: @thecareerdiet

Connect with me on LinkedIn: Anna Belyaeva

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Ready to become the candidate every hiring manager wants? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/ 

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Welcome back to The Career Diet Podcast. If you’re aiming for a job that pays $150K, $180K, or even $200K+—but you’re stuck wondering why nothing’s working—this episode is for you.

You’ve got the experience. You’ve worked at big-name companies. You know you’re good at what you do. So why aren’t the interviews or offers coming your way?

Let me tell you: you’re not doing anything wrong. You’re just using a strategy that works for $60K–$70K roles—not for strategic, senior-level opportunities.

In this episode, I’m breaking down the 3 biggest mistakes I see talented, senior professionals make when targeting higher-paying roles—and exactly what to shift to start seeing real traction.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

✅ Why applying harder doesn’t work—and what to do instead to get in front of decision-makers

✅ How to stop thinking like a $70K employee and start showing up like a $200K strategic hire

✅ Why being great at your job isn’t the same as being great at landing the job—and how to fix that

Want personalized help making that shift? Don’t miss my live masterclass: “From Stuck to Dream Six-Figure Offers” – happening May 28. 

You’ll walk away knowing exactly where you’re stuck—and what to do next. Spots are limited and it’s by application only. Apply here: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-unstuck-masterclass-may28/

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call 

Ready to become the candidate every hiring manager wants? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/ 

Follow The Career Diet on Instagram: @thecareerdiet

Connect with me on LinkedIn: Anna Belyaeva

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Welcome back to The Career Diet Podcast! If you’ve ever walked out of an interview feeling like you did everything “right” but still didn’t get the offer—this episode is for you.

Most candidates spend all their time prepping their answers—but they completely miss what’s actually blocking them from the offer: unspoken objections.

In this episode, I’m breaking down how to identify the doubts hiring managers have before they say them out loud—and how to address them with confidence and strategy.

What you’ll learn in this episode:

✅ How to include the employer’s objection right in your “Tell me about yourself” answer

✅ Why weaving objections into your answers helps you stay in control of the conversation

✅ How to use an Impact Preview Deck to prove your value—especially if you’re pivoting

🚀 If you're ready to stop second-guessing and finally land the role you deserve, this episode will show you how.

Want to master the interview process once and for all? Enroll in Master the Interview 2.0 and gain lifetime access to the tools, frameworks, and practice you need to shine in every interview: https://thecareerdiet.com/master-the-interview-page/

Ready to take action towards your dream 6-figure career? Book a free call with my team today, and let’s explore how we can support your career journey: https://thecareerdiet.com/call 

Ready to become the candidate every hiring manager wants? Enroll in the Star Candidate Program today! Click here to join: https://thecareerdiet.com/the-star-candidate/ 

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In this episode of The Career Diet Podcast, we're diving deep into a common frustration: landing interviews but not getting the offer. If you’ve ever walked out of an interview thinking it went well—only to be met with silence—this one's for you. More often than not, the reason isn’t your skills or experience, but subtle mistakes in how you approach the interview. Today, I’m breaking down the three biggest interview mistakes that are keeping top candidates (like you!) from securing the job—and how to fix them.

What you’ll learn in this episode: 

✅ Why over-preparing your answers but under-preparing your delivery is hurting your chances.

✅ How failing to directly answer the interviewer’s question is costing you opportunities.

✅ The power of storytelling over simply listing qualifications—and why the best-qualified person isn’t always the one who lands the job.

Plus: I’ll share practical strategies to help you shift your interview approach, so you can walk into your next interview with confidence, clarity, and a game plan that works.

Ready to master your interview skills?

🎯 Master the Interview 2.0 is the only course you need to start landing offers with ease. The price goes up next week—grab your spot now: https://thecareerdiet.com/master-the-interview-page/

🚀 Want expert feedback? Book a mock interview with my team today: https://thecareerdiet.com/call

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