Why Your LinkedIn Photo Matters More Than You Think with Rebecca Sanabria Careering with Cameron 2026-01-21 | Your headshot is your first impression—on LinkedIn, in email, and often before anyone reads your résumé.In this episode of Careering with Cameron, Kevin Cameron sits down with Rebecca Sanabria, a professional photographer (and headshot pro) to break down what makes a headshot work—and what silently hurts your credibility.We cover:-How often you should update your headshot (and why it matters)-Studio vs outdoor: choosing the right look for your industry-The easiest DIY iPhone setup (light + background + framing)-How to pick the right photo (and why you shouldn’t decide alone)-Why AI headshots can backfire (trust, accuracy, “does this even look like you?”)-Simple editing guidance: look like yourself, just refreshed📸 Connect with Rebecca:Instagram: @howrebeccaseesitWebsite: rebeccasanabria.com👍 If this helped, like, subscribe, and share it with someone who needs to refresh their profile.⭐ Rate the podcast five stars.🌐 Learn more: talent-connect.net
How to Handle Job Rejection Like a Pro 💡 Careering with Cameron 2026-09-16 | Facing job rejection after feeling confident about a role can be a tough pill to swallow. In this clip, Kevin Cameron shares the very first step you should take to process the news and reset before taking your next action.👇 Subscribe & Follow for More Career Insights:🎧 Podcast: Careering with Cameron (New episodes every Wednesday on YouTube & Spotify!)💼 Topics: Career Strategy, Job Search Success, Interview Tips & Professional Growth.
What to Do the Minute You Get Rejected | Careering with Cameron Careering with Cameron 2026-09-16 | You got the rejection email. Maybe on a Saturday morning. Maybe before you even finished your coffee. In this solo episode, Kevin Cameron shares what to do next and why most people are making a costly mistake by doing nothing.From AI rejections on roles you were perfect for, to a client who turned a rejection into multiple interviews at the same company, Kevin breaks down exactly how to respond when a door closes and why responding at all puts you ahead of almost everyone else.Key TakeawaysGetting rejected does not mean the company ever saw your resume - reach out anyway and find out. A rejection is not a closed door. A gracious, professional response can reopen it faster than you think. Always follow up with a genuine thank you and ask what would make you a stronger candidate next time. Connect with everyone you interviewed with on LinkedIn immediately after a rejection. Not being selected does not change your value or who you are, separate the two. Most people disappear after a rejection. That silence is your opportunity.Episode HighlightsThe client who got a rejection email - then discovered the company had no idea they'd applied. How one person went from immediate rejection to multiple interviews just by reaching out. Why rejections on Saturdays and Sundays are almost certainly AI and what that means for you. The grief process of being turned down and how to move through it without derailing your search. How a hiring manager passed one candidate's details across the entire organisation after they responded graciously to a no.Timestamps00:00 — Introduction: the rejection tip nobody talks about 00:28 — Why rejections are happening faster than ever 02:25 — The gut punch — and what to do with it 03:15 — The company that had no idea the client had applied 04:40 — Third party job boards and closed listings that aren't actually closed 05:30 — Reach out even when you've been rejected — most people won't 07:00 — What happens when you respond with genuine interest 08:15 — When a role is closed but the process isn't over 09:26 — The gracious follow up after an interview rejection 10:45 — Ask how to be a stronger candidate next time 11:50 — Connect on LinkedIn after every interview 12:30 — You mastered the process — now create more opportunities 14:13 — Real examples: rejection turned into offers 16:00 — Final thoughts: don't let one no change your searchIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
How to Turn Your Interests into a Career Strategy 🎯 Careering with Cameron 2026-09-10 | Not sure how to align your passions with a real-world career? 🧠 Todd Roselle breaks down how to map what you actually enjoy into practical skills and minors that give you long-term career flexibility.Catch the full episode for more career strategy insights!
Free Money? Why You Should Always Maximize Your 401(k) Match Careering with Cameron 2026-09-09 | If your employer offers a 401(k) match, that is literally FREE MONEY. 💰 Don't leave it on the table! Todd Roselle breaks down the first two financial moves every young professional needs to make: building an emergency fund and maximizing your 401(k) match.🚨 Watch the full episode for more career & financial strategy#FinancialAdvice #CareerTips #401k #PersonalFinance #CareeringWithCameron
Free Money, Roth Accounts, and Your First Real Job | with Todd Roselle Careering with Cameron 2026-09-09 | Nobody teaches you the money stuff when you land your first job and by the time you figure it out, you've already left a lot on the table. In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with financial advisor Todd Roselle for a back-to-school special covering student loan caps, FAFSA strategy, your first 401k and the one question you should be asking your manager that nobody else is.Whether you're heading into college, finishing up, or just landed your first paycheck, this episode gives you the financial and career foundation most people spend years figuring out on their own.Key TakeawaysParent PLUS loans are now capped at $65,000 - the college funding conversation has changed.Take your 401k match - that is free money. Contribute to a Roth 401k early: pay taxes now at a lower rate and never again on that money.Build three to six months of emergency savings before investing anywhere else. The best question you can ask your manager: what can I take off your plate? Be humble and curious - how popular you were in high school means nothing on day one.Episode HighlightsThe FAFSA tip most parents miss: where you hold your 529 could change what aid you qualify for. Why the gap between your emergency fund and retirement is where most young people go wrong. Todd's rule: earn more, spend less, work longer and why earning more is the only one with no ceiling. Why asking what you can take off your boss's plate is the fastest way to become indispensable. The sports analogy that explains why career advancement takes longer than it feels like it should.Timestamps 00:37 — Introduction: back to school special with Todd Roselle 01:38 — How college funding has changed — the parent PLUS loan cap 02:43 — Student loans, trades, and the pendulum swing 03:14 — AI, micro-entrepreneurs, and the future of work 08:13 — Housing reality: what rent and mortgages actually look like 09:06 — FAFSA strategy and the 529 tip most parents miss 14:40 — Starting your first job: the fear nobody talks about 16:43 — Efforting: how to build credibility when you're new 18:07 — Take the 401k match — it is free money 19:43 — Roth vs traditional: why young earners should go Roth 22:07 — The middle gap: when to open a brokerage account 25:00 — Pick a minor that gives you a pivot 28:18 — The question nobody asks their boss — but should 31:09 — Why giving before getting is what actually works 32:44 — Todd's one takeaway: be humble and be curiousConnect With ToddFind Todd on Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/toddroselleIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
The Harsh Reality of Modern Job Boards 🚨 Careering with Cameron 2026-09-08 | Did you know that 83% of successful job placements happen outside traditional online applications? 📊If you're putting 100% of your time into job boards, you're betting on a strategy that accounts for only 17% of total hires. Applying online isn't dead, but relying solely on it is!🚨 Watch the full episode for actionable networking and job search strategies: #JobSearchTips #CareerAdvice #JobHacks #CareerStrategy #CareeringWithCameron #JobSearch2026 #Shorts
Ghosted After an Interview? Here’s What’s Really Happening Behind the Scenes Careering with Cameron 2026-08-28 | 99% of the time, getting ghosted during a job search has nothing to do with your value, capability, or qualifications. 💡Recruiters are often juggling hundreds of requisitions and thousands of applicants while internal priorities, budgets, and hiring needs shift overnight. It’s a systemic issue, not a personal reflection on you.Stop taking silent rejections personally and protect your mental energy.🎧 Catch new episodes of Careering with Cameron every Wednesday on YouTube and Spotify!#JobSearchStrategy #CareerAdvice #RecruitmentLife #MentalHealthInJobSearch #CareeringWithCameron #JobSearchTips
The Death of the Online Job Application | Careering with Cameron Careering with Cameron 2026-08-27 | If 83% of successful job placements happen outside traditional online applications, why are you spending 100% of your energy on job boards?🎯Applying online isn't dead but relying on it is. It's time to shift your strategy to where the real wins are happening.🎧 Catch new episodes of Careering with Cameron every Wednesday on YouTube and Spotify!#CareerAdvice #JobSearchStrategy #Networking #CareerGrowth #CareeringWithCameron
The Job Search Advice That Will Make You Angry Careering with Cameron 2026-08-26 | Last week, six people from Talent Connect received job offers. Only one applied through the traditional front door. The other five networked their way in. In this solo episode, Kevin Cameron breaks down exactly how that happened and what it means for how you should be spending your time right now.From the real data behind the hidden job market to the mental toll of being ghosted, Kevin shares a no-fluff look at what's actually working in 2026 and three shifts you can make today to change your results.Key Takeaways83% of last week's successful placements happened outside the traditional job board. The timeline of your search is a direct reflection of strategy and network - not the market. Flip your ratio: 80% relationship-building, 20% applying online. Reach out with value, not asks - comment on their work, ask real questions, start a genuine conversation. Ghosting is almost never about you - it's a reflection of an overwhelmed system. Protect your mental health like a tactical asset: it shows up in every interview.Episode HighlightsHow six Talent Connect clients landed jobs in one week and which path each one took. Why applying online is like firing a flare in the middle of the ocean. The hidden job market: why companies not yet hiring may be your best opportunity. How ghosting creates a self-fulfilling cycle of low energy and fewer results. Why positive people attract more people and why that matters more than your resume.Timestamps00:30 — Introduction and what we're covering today 01:22 — How long will this take? The question Kevin hears every day 03:00 — The timeline is a reflection of strategy, not luck 03:46 — The six Talent Connect placements from last week 05:01 — How five of the six bypassed the application portal 06:20 — 83% of placements happened outside the job board 07:29 — How ATS and AI screening really work 10:40 — The hidden job market and how to access it 13:26 — Proactive beats reactive: getting visible before a posting 13:50 — The hardest part of the modern job search: being ghosted 17:52 — Ghosting is not about you — here's why 18:10 — Protecting your mental space as a tactical advantage 19:04 — Tip 1: Flip your ratio 19:35 — Tip 2: Reach out with value, not asks 20:44 — Tip 3: Establish a mindset anchor 22:08 — Final thoughts: you have more control than you thinkIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
The Human Potential Assessment That Changes How You See Yourself | Mark Vandeneijnde Careering with Cameron 2026-08-19 | What does it mean to be truly stuck and how do you know when it's happening? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Mark Vandeneijnde of Being at Full Potential, a coach whose framework has helped thousands of people identify what's blocking them and start moving again.Mark introduces the Human Potential House - a 23-dimension assessment that shines light on who you're being, not just what you're doing and explains why the answer to feeling unfulfilled at work is almost never a new job.Key TakeawaysStuck rarely announces itself - it shows up as low energy, unhappiness, or feeling unfulfilled. The fix is almost always internal, not external. You are already whole - the qualities you need are within you, just unexpressed. Curiosity is one of 23 core human dimensions and the one most likely to close off when you've been in the same role too long. Red on the assessment doesn't mean failure - it means unexpressed. AI will demand more of what makes us human, not less. The Being at Full Potential assessment is free at beingfullpotential.io.Episode HighlightsWhy Mark left a corporate career that looked great on paper and felt empty inside. The difference between being blocked and being depressed and why one is more empowering. How a client in the same job for 10 years rediscovered his curiosity. Why engagement scores improve when people feel seen for who they are, not just what they produce. Mark's vision for education: less knowledge-stuffing, more self-understanding.Timestamps00:33 — Introduction: Mark Vandeneijnde and Being at Full Potential 03:00 — How Mark got stuck — and what he did about it 05:28 — Do people know when they're stuck? 06:35 — Why external fixes rarely solve internal problems 07:24 — Blocked vs depressed: why the language matters 09:03 — Where to start when you hate your job 11:13 — The role of hobbies in reigniting what's been lost 12:24 — Curiosity as a core human dimension 15:00 — How the Human Potential House assessment works 20:02 — 23 dimensions: being vs doing 22:09 — You are already whole — the philosophy behind the framework 27:43 — Why perks don't fix the real engagement problem 30:08 — Where work is going and what AI changes 32:29 — The future belongs to human beings, not human doings 36:35 — Mark's why — and why the assessment is now free 39:54 — Where to find MarkConnect With MarkWebsite: beingfullpotential.com Assessment (free): beingfullpotential.io LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/markvandeneijndeIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
Why the Hiring Process Is Broken for Everyone Careering with Cameron 2026-08-14 | Stressed about your 5th round interview? You're not alone. 🗣️Here’s a secret from leadership coach Joshua Green: Employers are usually just guessing because judging someone in an hour is almost impossible. Understanding their side of the table can take the pressure off your next interview! 🙌Listen to the full episode of Careering with Cameron with our amazing guest!! 🎧#JobInterview #InterviewTips #CareerGrowth #JobSearchHelp #HiringTruths #CareerPodcast #CareeringWithCameron
Is Your Mindset Keeping You Unemployed? Careering with Cameron 2026-08-12 | Are your own limiting beliefs keeping you unemployed? 🧠💥Business Strategist Joshua Green breaks down "Narrative Intelligence"—how the stories we tell ourselves about the job market directly control our actions and results. If you believe "no one is hiring," you've already lost the battle.Watch to break the cycle and reframe your job search!#JobSearchTips #MindsetShift #CareerAdvice #CareerStrategy #JobSearch #NarrativeIntelligence #CareerGrowth #PodcastClips #CareeringWithCameron
The Narrative Intelligence Method for Landing a Job | with Joshua Green Careering with Cameron 2026-08-12 | What if the biggest obstacle in your job search isn't the market, it's the story you're telling yourself about it? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Joshua Green, entrepreneur and narrative intelligence coach, to talk about the mindset shift that separates candidates who land roles from those who keep spinning their wheels.From narrative intelligence to the decision matrix from cognitive behavioural therapy, Josh brings a practical framework for breaking the mental loop that keeps job seekers stuck and replacing it with a strategy that actually works.Key TakeawaysYour brain is a story machine, not a truth machine — and the story you're running is shaping your results. Identify your limiting belief, choose a more empowering one, and find 63 days of evidence to support it. Stop mass applying and go deep on one company a day — find the decision-maker and start a real conversation. Target companies that aren't currently hiring — no hiring fatigue, and they'll remember you. Treat your job search like a sales job with structure and breaks. Purpose and mission matter more than another application click.Episode HighlightsThe newspaper experiment that explains why "unlucky" people miss opportunities in plain sight.How Josh landed a management role at a company that wasn't even hiring by showing up with curiosity. Why easy apply is the job search equivalent of shouting into a void. The "crayon map" analogy: how childhood stories become adult blockers. Why the last two hours of applying are always the worst and what to do instead.Timestamps00:35 — Introduction: Joshua Green and his background 01:06 — Growing up with a lemonade stand mentality 08:01 — What job seekers and entrepreneurs have in common 09:14 — Narrative intelligence explained 11:09 — The story loop: how limiting beliefs shape results 12:31 — The newspaper experiment on luck and opportunity 15:00 — How Josh landed a job at a company not yet hiring 16:35 — Why hiring managers hate the process too 19:21 — How to reset your mindset on a bad day 20:33 — The decision matrix from CBT explained 22:01 — 63 days to build a new neural pathway 25:42 — How to structure your job search like a sales team 28:14 — Go deep on one company a day instead of mass applying 33:06 — Why targeting companies not yet hiring is a genius move 36:29 — Joshua's why 42:10 — Where to find JoshuaConnect With JoshuaWebsite: joshuaowengreen.comIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
Why You NEED a Contingency Plan Before Starting a Business 🚨 Careering with Cameron 2026-08-07 | Dream big, but always plan smart! Attorney & Author Haley Moss shares why having an exit strategy and financial plan isn't about setting yourself up to fail—it's about protecting your future while you build your dream. 💡Check out the full episode on Careering with Cameron!#BusinessTips #Entrepreneurship #StartupAdvice #CareeringWithCameron #HaleyMoss #BusinessStrategy
When Traditional Employment Stops Working Start This Instead | with Haley Moss Careering with Cameron 2026-08-05 | What does entrepreneurship actually look like when the traditional employment system has never really worked for you? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Haley Moss, autistic attorney, author of five books, and neurodiversity advocate, to talk about how neurodivergent people are finding their own path, and what the rest of us can learn from it.From knowing when a passion should stay a hobby versus become a business, to building structure when no one gives you a rulebook, Haley shares the honest, practical side of starting something from scratch.Key TakeawaysMany neurodivergent entrepreneurs start a business without realising they already have one. Not every hobby should be monetised — protecting the joy in something is a legitimate business decision. Sort your activities into three buckets: hobby, side hustle, or business. Every entrepreneur needs three things early: legal structure, a good CPA, and written goals. Have a risk fund and know your number before you take the leap. Build in at least one meeting-free day per week to protect your energy and output.Episode HighlightsWhy Haley left law at 25 to pursue speaking and why she thought it would last two years. The Picasso napkin story: why people pay for years of expertise, not 30 seconds of effort. How selling concert tickets in college taught Haley more than any class. Why neurodivergent people are often pushed toward entrepreneurship when traditional employment burns them out. The Vanderbilt NeuroCorps fellowship making entrepreneurship more accessible for neurodivergent people.Timestamps00:28 — Introduction: Haley Moss and her background 01:55 — Law school, five books, and the pivot to speaking 05:11 — How Haley moved from side hustle to full-time business 09:41 — Not every hobby should become a business 13:39 — How do you decide: passion or business? 17:57 — The Vanderbilt NeuroCorps fellowship explained 19:47 — Why traditional employment pushes neurodivergent people toward entrepreneurship 21:32 — The structure you miss when you leave a job 25:56 — Why "exposure" is not payment 33:50 — Hobby, side hustle, or business: the three-bucket framework 43:07 — Three things every entrepreneur needs to know first 48:22 — Risk tolerance: how much can you actually sustain? 49:02 — Haley's whyConnect With HaleyWebsite: haleymoss.comInstagram: instagram.com/haley.mossIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
3 Things Every New Business Owner MUST Know 🚀 Careering with Cameron 2026-08-05 | Starting a business can feel overwhelming, but keeping it simple is key! Attorney & Author Haley Moss breaks down the fundamental steps you need to take when launching a new business from legal structures to building your dream support team.💡 Full conversation out now on Careering with Cameron!#BusinessTips #Entrepreneurship #StartupAdvice #CareeringWithCameron #HaleyMoss #BusinessGrowth
The Secret Website Scammers DONT Want You To Know About 🤫 Careering with Cameron 2026-07-30 | Don't be silly!!!!Before you apply or accept that offer, make sure the company is actually real! 🕵️♂️ Mark Anthony Dyson reveals his favorite tool for vetting employers and keeping your job search safe. Don’t skip this crucial step!#JobSearchTips #CareerAdvice #JobScams #JobHunting #CareerStrategy #Shorts #CareerPodcast
The Job Search Trap College Grads Fall For 🛑 Careering with Cameron 2026-07-29 | So many college students and job seekers think working hard and applying to every single opportunity is the key to success. But here’s the reality check: you have to be vigilant. Don’t just apply blindly. Clarify, verify, and research the company before you commit. 💼✨Guest Mark Anthony Dyson drops gems on why you need to vet your opportunities!#JobSearchTips #CareerAdvice #CollegeGrads #JobHunting #CareerStrategy #CareerPodcast #Shorts
How to Spot a Job Scam Before Its Too Late | with Mark Anthony Dyson Careering with Cameron 2026-07-28 | Job scams have existed for years but they've never been this sophisticated, this targeted, or this hard to spot. In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Mark Anthony Dyson of The Voice of Job Seekers and The Job Scam Report, one of the few voices in the career space going deep on how scammers are infiltrating the job search and exactly what to do about it.From fake LinkedIn profiles to cloned company websites, Mark breaks down how to clarify, verify, and not just apply and what to do immediately if you've already been caught out.Key TakeawaysScammers rely on urgency, desperation, and excitement — all emotions common in a job search. Use whois.com to verify whether a company URL is legitimate and who owns it. Send a LinkedIn connection request to any recruiter who contacts you — a scammer won't accept. No legitimate recruiter will ask for your Social Security number or banking details on an initial call. If you receive a suspicious call, ask them to put their request in writing — it corners a scammer immediately. If you've been scammed: contact your bank, freeze your credit, file a police report, and call the Social Security office if personal details were shared.Episode HighlightsWhy job scams surged 1,000% between May and July — exactly when students graduate. How scammers clone entire company websites by changing one letter in the URL. Why college students are being used as money mules without realising it's a crime. The "clarify, verify, don't just apply" framework. Why one red flag is enough — disengage and don't look back.Timestamps00:31 — Introduction: Mark Anthony Dyson and The Voice of Job Seekers 02:15 — How job scams have evolved over the last 12 years 05:00 — How scammers clone companies and fake recruiters 08:47 — Why graduates are prime targets 09:19 — The 1,000% surge in scams during graduation season 13:52 — The "clarify, verify, don't just apply" framework 16:20 — How to vet a recruiter on LinkedIn 19:17 — Checking the domain: whois.com explained 21:25 — What a real recruiter will never ask you 25:13 — What to do if you've already been scammed 26:07 — Steps for students: bank, police, credit freeze 28:18 — Steps for older job seekers: accounts, credit cards, police report 33:24 — Where to find Mark and The Job Scam Report 30:41 — Mark's whyConnect With MarkWebsite: thevoiceofjobseekers.comLinkedin:linkedin.com/in/markanthonydysonIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
The Ultimate Military Superpower: Adaptability 🛠️ Careering with Cameron 2026-07-24 | In the civilian corporate world, job descriptions keep you in a specific lane. But in the military? You wear whatever hat the mission requires! 🎩One week you're managing human resources, the next you're running communications—no questions asked, just results delivered. While this makes veterans incredibly versatile problem solvers, navigating a rigid civilian job description can feel like a whole new battlefield.How did you handle the shift from wearing every hat to focusing on just one? Let’s talk about it below! 👇#MilitaryMindset #AdaptAndOvercome #VeteranLife #CorporateTransition #CareerGrowth #ProblemSolvers #LeadershipDevelopment #WorkplaceDynamics #VeteranSkills
Stop saying WE on your resume! 🛑 Careering with Cameron 2026-07-23 | Humility is great in the military, but it can hurt your job search. Transitioning from "we" to "I" is the secret to showing hiring managers the actual impact you made. Own your results!Are you ready to own your impact? Drop a 💪 in the comments if you're updating your resume today!#VeteranTransition #CareerAdvice #ResumeTips #InterviewPrep #MilitaryToCorporate #VeteranCareers #OwnYourSuccess #CareerCoaching #JobSearchStrategy
The Career Translation Guide Every Veteran Needs | with Wendi Wray Careering with Cameron 2026-07-22 | What does it take for a military veteran to translate years of service into a civilian career and what are employers getting wrong? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Wendi Wray of Beyond the Military, a veteran and career coach bridging the gap between military experience and the civilian workforce.Wendi breaks down the language barrier veterans face, how to reframe military skills into corporate terminology, and why the "we" to "I" shift is one of the most important changes a veteran can make on their resume and in interviews.Key TakeawaysTransitioning from military to civilian work is a full life transition, not just a career change. Swap military jargon for civilian language — "compliance" and "risk management" over "maintaining readiness." Shift from "we" to "I" to take clear ownership of your results. Start your LinkedIn presence at least six months before leaving service. The Hiring Our Heroes fellowship gives veterans a six-month placement with civilian companies before they leave service. Start with what drives you, not just what your experience matches.Episode HighlightsWhy hiring managers struggle to evaluate veterans who haven't translated their experience.How a commander title signals four-plus years of leadership to a civilian recruiter. The difference between enlisted and officer career paths and why it matters for your job search. Why on-site or hybrid work supports a smoother transition. Wendi's intake framework: passion first, then skills, then role match.Timestamps00:01 — Introduction: Wendi Wray and Beyond the Military 00:58 — Is the job market just as tough for veterans? 01:08 — The civilian adjustment and the language barrier 03:58 — How Wendi helps veterans translate their experience 09:31 — Military terms and their civilian equivalents 11:00 — Removing jargon and adding measurable results 13:07 — The "we" vs "I" problem in resumes and interviews 13:51 — How employers can read an untranslated veteran resume 19:41 — The six-month transition window and talent pipelining 20:40 — Hiring Our Heroes: the fellowship programme 25:25 — Wendi's intake process and first 30-minute call 30:11 — Interview prep: building a story toolkit 34:43 — Wendi's whyConnect With Wendi:Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/wendiwray 1-1 Clarity Call: womenveteranscareercoach.com/claritycall If you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
How to Answer Questions You Dont Know the Answer To Careering with Cameron 2026-07-16 | What do you do when an interviewer throws a curveball question? 🧊 You don't freeze—you buy time.Jess Rogers drops a massive truth bomb: You don't need the perfect answer; you just need an answer that moves the conversation forward and keeps the engagement alive. Learn how to pivot gracefully and show your real expertise without getting caught off guard.🎧 Stop blowing your interviews. Catch the full strategy-packed episode of Careering with Cameron right now on your favorite podcast platform!👉 Hit that subscribe button for more career-shifting advice.#interviewhacks #jobsearchsuccess #confidencetips #careeradvice #jobinterviewprep #CareeringWithCameron
Say THIS When You Don’t Know What to Say Careering with Cameron 2026-07-15 | Ever walked away from a meeting or interview thinking, "I should have said that differently"? 🤦♀️Most people think communication is about having a perfect script. But the truth? There is no single "right" answer. In this clip, Jess Rogers breaks down how to use reflection to unlock better communication patterns and stop overthinking your phrasing.🎧 Want to transform how you speak, interview, and network? Tune into the full episode of Careering with Cameron for actionable career strategy and job search success! Available wherever you get your podcasts.👉 Subscribe for weekly strategy drops!#careerstrategy #effectivecommunication #interviewtips #professionalgrowth #CareeringWithCameron #publicspeakingtips
How Improv Will Make You Unstoppable In Interviews | with Jess Rogers Careering with Cameron 2026-07-15 | What if the secret to a better interview wasn't knowing all the right answers — but knowing how to handle any answer? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Jess Rogers of Tama Learning, a professional improviser and communication coach whose approach to interview prep will completely change how you think about conversation.Jess introduces the "yes and" mindset from the world of improv and shows how accepting and engaging — rather than blocking or deflecting — can transform your presence in any high-stakes conversation. Whether you're dreading the curveball question or just freezing under pressure, this episode gives you a practical, repeatable framework to walk into any interview feeling ready for whatever gets thrown at you.Key TakeawaysThe "yes and" mindset means accepting someone's reality and engaging with it — even if you disagree. You don't need the perfect answer, just an answer that moves the conversation forward. Trust your brain to make connections — word association exercises are a powerful way to stay sharp. Practice out loud, with a friend, with AI, or even walking the dog with headphones in. Affirmations can help you stay calm when an unexpected question lands. An interview is a two-way street — you are assessing them as much as they are assessing you. Role play is not about getting it right — it's about getting comfortable with the unexpected.Episode HighlightsWhy improv isn't winging it — and why that matters for interview prep. The "yes and" principle explained in plain terms with real examples. How to buy yourself time when a curveball question lands without looking thrown. The difference between a block and a yes and — and why it matters at work too. Word association as a daily brain warm-up. Why senior candidates and leaders are often the best yes anders in a room. Jess's personal story of how a single moment with her mum shaped her entire career.Timestamps00:00 — Meet Jess Rogers and Tama Learning 01:45 — Why role play makes people nervous 02:27 — Improv: what it actually is and why it works 04:32 — The "yes and" principle explained 06:49 — Yes and as an internal mindset, not words 08:31 — How to handle curveball questions 09:44 — Accepting without agreeing 11:35 — Getting secure enough to yes and 12:06 — How to trust your brain under pressure 12:52 — Word association and how to practise it 14:26 — A to C thinking: making fast connections 16:04 — The callback technique 18:15 — Pausing as a power move 19:46 — Practical ways to practise at home 21:39 — Applying yes and across all of life 23:13 — Yes and when you actually disagree — live example 25:09 — Accepting reality vs denying it 26:03 — Practice, pride and talking to your dog 29:14 — Staying sharp: affirmations and mindset 30:23 — The interview as a two-way conversation 31:14 — Improv classes and where to find them 31:49 — How to know you're getting better 33:40 — Kevin Cameron's final thoughts on presence and leadership 34:04 — Jess's whyConnect With JessEmail: jess@tamalearning.com LinkedIn: Jess Rogers If you're in London: Blanche Theatre — where Jess teaches improvIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
Recruiters Are Ghosting You Because of This Careering with Cameron 2026-07-09 | LinkedIn is still the undisputed #1 platform where recruiters are hunting for talent—but if you aren't active, you’re practically invisible. Kevin explains how posting just 2 to 3 times a week about industry trends or simple key takeaways can instantly boost your visibility and land you on a recruiter’s radar.👇 Ready to dominate your job search?Listen to the full episode of Careering with Cameron wherever you get your podcasts! Tune in every Wednesday for game-changing insights.#linkedintips #gethired #RecruiterSecrets #personalbranding #careeradvice #jobsearch2026
Youre Applying to Jobs WRONG (Do This Instead!) Careering with Cameron 2026-07-08 | If you aren’t tracking the exact resume version, internal contacts, and context for every single job you apply to, you are throwing your applications into a black hole. In this clip, Kevin breaks down why an organized tracking system is your absolute secret weapon in a brutal job market. Stop hoping for a callback and start tracking your path to success.👇 Want to unlock your full career potential?Listen to the full episode of Careering with Cameron wherever you get your podcasts! New episodes drop every Wednesday.#jobsearchhacks #careerstrategy #interviewtips #jobapplication #careergrowth #resumetips
Why Hiring Managers Go Quiet (And What To Do About It) Careering with Cameron 2026-07-08 | You poured your heart into the application, finally landed the interview, and then — silence. In this solo episode, Kevin Cameron tackles one of the most common job search frustrations: how to stay top of mind with hiring managers and recruiters without spamming them, sounding desperate, or burning bridges.Kevin Cameron walks through a full system for follow-up from LinkedIn visibility tactics to email sequencing to networking touch points and explains why the silence almost never means what you think it means.Key TakeawaysSilence from a hiring manager is rarely personal. Companies are juggling longer approval processes and more applicants than ever. Post on LinkedIn two to three times a week and comment genuinely on posts from people at your target companies. Send a value-add follow-up seven to ten days after an interview, another at day 14 to 28, and a final check-in at about a month out. Lead with help, not with need — people respond to value faster than to a request. Track every conversation and application in a spreadsheet or CRM so you always know where things stand. If you've followed up three times with no response, it's time to pause.Episode HighlightsWhy the open-to-work banner does not affect your salary negotiation. The three-touch follow-up sequence explained in detail. How to use AI as a resource for research, not as a replacement for your own voice. Why recording short video updates can make you more memorable than another email. The "ransom note" follow-up mistake that turns hiring managers away. Why protecting your mental health is a non-negotiable part of a long job search.Timestamps00:04 — Introduction 01:28 — Why hiring managers ghost, and why it's normal 02:44 — Tactic one: LinkedIn as your visibility engine 04:47 — The truth about the open-to-work banner 06:32 — Smart email follow-up sequences explained 09:57 — Tools to organise your outreach 12:00 — Trackers, calendar reminders, and personal CRMs 13:32 — Content and personal branding to stay memorable 14:23 — Networking touch points and community groups 16:32 — Best practices: timing, tone, and avoiding pressure 18:56 — Protecting your mental health during a long search 20:09 — Why the market is slower than it looks 21:26 — This week's action stepIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
Why People Are Ignoring your LinkedIn Messages Careering with Cameron 2026-07-02 | When you reach out to someone for career help or advice, an immediate response isn't guaranteed—and it doesn't mean you did anything wrong. Remember: it isn't their job to find you a job. When people take the time to offer guidance, they are doing you a genuine favor out of their busy schedule. Give them grace, give them time, and change your perspective on networking.👉 Ready to level up your career game? Listen to the full episode of our podcast, Careering with Cameron, wherever you get your podcasts!#networkingtips #careeradvice #jobsearchstrategy #professionaldevelopment #linkedintips #careermindset
The Reason Your AI Resume Isnt Getting Responses Careering with Cameron 2026-07-01 | If everyone is using AI to beat the applicant tracking system, then every single resume starts looking identical. Recruiters can't tell what's real and what's fake anymore. If you want to stand out, you need to take your job search out of the "luck" category and move it into human conversation. Stop relying on automated text and start building human connections over coffee.👉 Want to master your job search strategy? Listen to the full episode of our podcast, Careering with Cameron, wherever you get your podcasts!#jobsearchtips #resumeadvice #careerstrategy #airesumes #careergrowth #jobhacks
The Reverse Application: How to Get Hired Without a Job Posting Careering with Cameron 2026-07-01 | In this solo episode, Kevin Cameron breaks down a concept that's not new, but rarely named: the reverse application. If you're tired of applying into a black hole and hearing nothing back, this episode flips the entire process upside down - starting with who you want to talk to, not what job is posted.Kevin Cameron explains how the informational interview works, why C-suite leaders are often more open to a conversation than you'd expect, and how to build a network you can return to throughout your career, not just when you're desperate for a job.Key TakeawaysThe reverse application starts with the skills you enjoy using, then finds where those skills are needed - not the other way around. Informational interviews are about understanding culture and fit, not pitching yourself for a role. Reach out using common ground: shared schools, employers, or events you both attend. Senior leaders are often more receptive to a conversation than junior staff. Track every conversation in a spreadsheet or CRM — it becomes one of your most valuable career assets. Follow up no more than once every three to four days if there's been no response, weekly once a conversation is ongoing.Episode HighlightsWhy this strategy has always existed under a different name: networking. The difference between an informational interview and a sales pitch. How to identify which companies might have an opening before a job is ever posted. Why people don't respond right away — and why that has nothing to do with you. How to keep the door open after a great conversation that didn't lead anywhere yet.Timestamps00:00 — Introduction: what is the reverse application 01:56 — What an informational interview really is 04:00 — Preparing questions and doing your research 05:55 — Finding common ground to start a conversation 07:58 — Why C-suite leaders are often the most open to chatting 10:03 — Working backwards: skills, organisations, and your network 12:28 — Taking job search out of luck and into language 14:18 — Preparing your "elevator" direction 16:26 — Following up without overdoing it 19:59 — Why people don't respond right away 21:26 — Tracking your network like a career-long asset 23:40 — Final thoughtsIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
Stop Using AI for Your Interview Prep! (Do This Instead) Careering with Cameron 2026-06-25 | Thinking about asking ChatGPT how to answer your next interview question? Stop right there! 🛑While AI is great for a lot of things, relying on it for your interview answers will only guarantee one thing: giving the most generic response possible. If you want to land the job and be the number one candidate, you need to get specific about your unique skills, share real success stories, and deliver them with confidence.👉 Ready to ace your next interview without the generic AI fluff? Listen to the full episode of the Careering with Cameron podcast, available wherever you get your podcasts!#InterviewPrep #CareerAdvice #AI #JobSearchTips #LandTheJob #CareerGrowth #PodcastShorts
This Is What Losing an Employee Actually Costs You 😳 Careering with Cameron 2026-06-24 | Think replacing an employee just takes a little time? Think again. 📉Expert interview coach Lili Foggle breaks down the staggering reality of employee turnover—averaging over $42,000 per person, or up to 24 months of their salary. With over half of the US workforce actively looking for their next gig, how do you find candidates who will actually stay? It all comes down to one massive factor: value alignment.👉 Want to fix your hiring strategy and build a team that sticks around? Listen to the full episode of the Careering with Cameron podcast, available wherever you get your podcasts!#hiringtips #employeeretention #companyculture #careerstrategy #jobsearch #recruitmentexperts #podcastclips
The One Word Costing You the Job | with Lili Foggle Careering with Cameron 2026-06-24 | Getting to the interview is hard enough right now but what happens when you get there and still don't get the job? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Lili Foggle of Impressive Interviewing, a communication coach with 10 years of experience, to talk about what actually separates the number one candidate from everyone else.Lili breaks down why skills alone won't get you the offer in the final round, how to use AI smartly without sabotaging yourself, and the one language mistake quietly costing candidates — especially women — jobs they're more than qualified for.Key TakeawaysIn the final round, everyone can do the job — the decision shifts to trust, likability, and fit.Research the company's real values by looking at what leadership is actually saying, not just the website. Never ask AI to write your interview answers. Use it for research and gap analysis. Stop using "we" for your achievements — own your contribution with "I." Your closing questions should be so specific they couldn't be asked anywhere else. Chaos in the hiring process usually means chaos in the culture.Episode HighlightsWhy only 3% of applicants land an interview and what that means for your prep. The shift that happens in the final round and why likability outweighs skills. Lili's five-list method for breaking down any job description. The study of 25,000 interview answers that proved "I" language predicts hiring decisions. The ping pong rule for small talk that makes you instantly more memorable.Timestamps00:00 — Introduction 01:03 — Lili's background and Impressive Interviewing 03:18 — The 3% interview rate and the AI recruiting doom loop 06:02 — True or false: skills are what get you hired 07:10 — What actually decides the final round 08:10 — Fit for the team vs fit for the role 10:34 — The cheat code: deep research 13:50 — Questions that show interest vs questions that show doubt 16:32 — How to use AI in interview prep — and how not to 19:44 — The five-list method for job description analysis 23:22 — How to handle panel interviews 27:41 — How to close the final round 29:44 — The question that couldn't be asked anywhere else 32:41 — Why "we" is erasing you from your own success stories 38:35 — Lili's whyConnect With LiliPrepare for your next interview: impressiveinterviewing.com Become an interview coach: parwcc.com/interview-institute TikTok: tiktok.com/@yourinterviewcoach LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/lilifoggleIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
Why Your HR Strategy is Failing Neurodivergent Staff Careering with Cameron 2026-06-19 | Accommodations are an unnecessary expense. ❌Reality: Accommodations create a level playing field for neurodivergent employees. 🎯 When your team has what they need, everyone wins, simple!!#neurospicy #neurodivergent #workplacewellness
What No One Tells You About Corporate Masking Careering with Cameron 2026-06-17 | Stop masking, start advocating. 🗣️ Real inclusion means being able to honestly tell your employer what you actually need to succeed, not just what you think they want to hear. Let’s cut through the corporate padding.#neurodivergent #neurodiversity #workplace
Why Your Workplace Is Failing Neurodivergent Employees | with Shea Belsky Careering with Cameron 2026-06-17 | What does it actually take to create a fair hiring process for neurodivergent candidates and why does it matter for everyone, not just a few? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Shea Belsky, an autistic software engineer and neurodiversity advocate, to talk about the parts of hiring and onboarding that most companies are quietly getting wrong.Shea brings a direct, no-fluff perspective on when and how to disclose a diagnosis, why accommodations are an investment not an expense, and what onboarding looks like when it actually works. If you manage people, hire people, or are neurodivergent yourself — this conversation will shift how you think.Key TakeawaysWhen disclosing a neurodivergent diagnosis, always frame it around a specific need — not just the label. The return on investment is a more capable, more confident employee. One in seven people worldwide are neurodivergent — far more than most workplaces acknowledge. Dropping someone into a new role with no ramp-up hurts everybody, but hits neurodivergent employees hardest. Workplace tools like AI note-taking and quiet rooms benefit the whole team — not just one person. Framing your needs to a hiring manager is not a warning. It is a map to your best work.Episode HighlightsWhy disclosing a diagnosis without context can backfire — and how to frame it effectively. The honest case for why accommodations pay for themselves. How one in seven people around you may be neurodivergent without either of you knowing it. The onboarding mistake that sets people up to fail from day one. Shea's vision for a tool that helps every employee cut through the masking and communicate what they actually need.Timestamps00:00 — Introduction 02:28 — What neurodivergent candidates face in interviews 04:39 — When and how to disclose: framing it as a need 06:00 — What to tell a hiring manager vs a recruiter 07:21 — Why hiring managers fear getting it wrong 09:28 — Accommodations as investment, not expense 13:27 — Most common accommodations in interviews and on the job 15:11 — AI tools and cultural shifts that benefit everyone 17:29 — How many people around you are neurodivergent 23:43 — The onboarding mistakes companies keep making 29:08 — What Shea wishes existed for every employee 33:35 — Framing your needs as your superpower 35:12 — Shea's whyConnect With SheaLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/sheabelskyWebsite: sheabelsky.comIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
The Best Way to Eliminate Jobs You’ll Hate 💡 Careering with Cameron 2026-06-11 | Ever thought a job looked amazing, only to hate it six months later? 🤦♀️ Steph Gillies explains how "Informational Interviews" can save you years of career trial-and-error.By talking to people already in the roles you want, you can figure out what the day-to-day actually looks like. And guess what? Narrowing down your list and eliminating five jobs you thought you wanted is actually GREAT news!🎙️ Subscribe to Careering with Cameron for weekly career strategy and job search success!
Why You Can’t Rely on Your Company 🛑 (A Wild Startup Story) Careering with Cameron 2026-06-10 | "Just kidding, we don't have any money." 😳 Steph Gillies shares a wild, true story of two people who quit their secure jobs for a startup, only to have the rug pulled out from under them three days before starting.The brutal truth? A company won't hesitate to let you go or look out for their bottom line - so you have to look out for yourself. Watch your back, protect your career, and remember to never burn bridges, but always prioritise YOU.🎙️ Watch the full episode of Careering with Cameron for more career strategy and job search success tips!
The Mental Health Side of Job Searching Nobody Talks About | Steph Gillies Careering with Cameron 2026-06-10 | What happens to your mental health when your job disappears or when you're too burnt out to stay? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Steph Gillies, resume writer, interview coach, and career development speaker, who brings a rare combination of lived experience and professional expertise to the conversation. With 37 jobs in 15 years and a background in social work, Steph has seen it all and she's not afraid to talk about the parts of career transition that most people are too ashamed to name.From grieving a layoff to protecting your mental health through a long job search, Steph shares the practical frameworks and honest truths that her clients wish they'd heard sooner. This one is for anyone who has ever stayed in the wrong job too long or felt guilty for wanting something better.Key TakeawaysGive yourself permission to grieve a job loss, even if you're relieved it's over. The response rate for online applications is 3 to 6% — knowing the numbers protects your confidence. Track where you're dropping off in the process: that's where to focus your energy. Apply to five to ten jobs and network with three to five people per week — consistency beats volume. Informational interviews are the most underused tool in a career pivot. You don't owe a company loyalty it hasn't earned — accept the offer and keep interviewing. Self-care during a job search means sleep, food and movement, not just bubble baths.Episode HighlightsWhy people stay in jobs they hate — and what it actually takes to admit it. The three stages where mental health takes a hit: toxic employment, layoff shock, and the long search. How Steph helped a banking director land a nonprofit director role in three months by rewriting her entire resume around volunteering. The startup horror story: two people quit their jobs three days before joining a startup that then ran out of money. Why the people closest to you are sometimes the worst advocates in your job search. How to talk about a layoff professionally — and why "restructuring" is always the right word.Timestamps00:00 — Introduction and Steph's background 02:24 — The link between career and mental health 03:50 — Three stages where mental health suffers 05:19 — Admitting you're unhappy: the hardest first step 06:18 — Why people undervalue themselves and apply below their level 08:44 — The fear of making a change — and how to face it 09:40 — Informational interviews: the most underused career tool 11:09 — How informational interviews can turn into referrals 12:59 — Why you need to grieve before you apply 15:25 — What to say when people ask what happened 16:22 — Mental health through the job search 17:18 — The 3 to 6% response rate explained 18:15 — Building a fuller job search strategy 19:32 — Tracking where you drop off in the process 21:33 — Making space for yourself during transition 22:30 — Not everyone needs a dream job — and that's fine 24:17 — Structure: how to run a targeted, time-condensed search 27:27 — When you get an offer but a better role is still in play 28:25 — How to handle competing offers tactfully 29:23 — The startup story and why you must look out for yourself 31:51 — The wellness pillars that actually matter 32:39 — Steph's whyConnect With StephLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stephgilliesWebsite: stephgillies.comIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: http://www.talent-connect.netLinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
The #1 Career Mistake: Ignoring Your Network 🛑 Careering with Cameron 2026-06-06 | Don't wait until you're out of a job to start networking! Building and maintaining relationships while you're gainfully employed gives you the space to help others and strengthens your foundation. That way, if your situation ever changes, your network is already primed to catch you. 💼✨ #NetworkingTips #CareerGrowth #JobSecurity #ProfessionalDevelopment #JobHunting
The Right Way to Use AI on Your Resume Careering with Cameron 2026-06-05 | Recruiters review hundreds of resumes a day and yes, they can tell when you rely too heavily on AI. 🤖 While tools like ChatGPT are great for wording and keyword optimization, purely copy-pasted formulas miss the personal touch that actually gets you hired. Here is how to keep your resume authentic. 🎯 #ResumeTips #AIResumes #JobSearchStrategy #CareerAdvice #RecruiterInsights
The Job Search Is Rigged Against You | with Jeremy Schifeling Careering with Cameron 2026-06-03 | If you're a recent grad staring down a job market that feels like it has the rug pulled out from under it, this episode is exactly what you need. Kevin Cameron sits down with Jeremy Schifeling of The Job Insiders - a former kindergarten teacher turned LinkedIn insider turned career strategist, to talk about what's actually holding the next generation back, and more importantly, what to do about it.From using AI to uncover jobs you didn't know existed, to why reaching out to senior alumni is your biggest untapped advantage, Jeremy brings practical, no-fluff advice for students, recent grads, and the parents trying to help them. He also makes the case for why your first job doesn't have to be your forever job and why that's actually great news.Key TakeawaysUse AI to discover job titles that match your strengths and passions — upload your performance reviews and letters of recommendation and ask it what others see in you. Reach out to alumni with curiosity, not a transaction. Ask about their career, not for a job. Don't let a blue chip brand be the goal — small and mid-sized companies build better skills faster. Your first job is a stepping stone, not a life sentence. Notice when work feels like flow — that's your signal. Grad school used to hide from the job market is an expensive mistake.Episode HighlightsJeremy's pivot from kindergarten teacher to LinkedIn and Khan Academy. Why 70% of Gen Z say they want to be influencers — and what that actually reveals. The alumni outreach mistake that kills your chances before you've even started. Why senior leaders get almost no outreach — and why that's your opportunity. The "brand creep" trap: chasing logos over meaning. Why small companies are hiring while big names are laying off. How to do a background check on your future boss using LinkedIn.Timestamps00:00 — Introduction 00:42 — Meet Jeremy Schifeling and The Job Insiders 03:49 — What grads are feeling right now 04:57 — Using AI to find jobs you didn't know existed 05:33 — A word to the parents 06:51 — What Gen Z actually wants (it's not what you think) 09:48 — Location as a career strategy 12:19 — The cheat sheet for structuring your search 14:30 — The alumni outreach mistake everyone makes 17:05 — Why senior leaders never get messaged (and why you should) 19:17 — Let your kid do the outreach themselves 21:07 — Building confidence through discomfort 21:48 — How The Job Insiders works 23:45 — Your first job is a stepping stone, not forever 25:41 — Should you go to grad school? 27:35 — What to look for in that first role 28:42 — The concept of flow and your career 30:29 — The brand creep trap 32:55 — Small companies vs big names: the truth 35:28 — How to background check your future boss 36:57 — Jeremy's whyConnect With JeremyWebsite: thejobinsiders.comLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/schifelingIf you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: Kevin Cameron PCCProduction Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
Is Applying to Jobs Online a Waste of Time? Careering with Cameron 2026-06-02 | Applying to online job boards is like shooting a flare in the middle of the ocean, someone might see it, but it's a massive gamble. Instead of relying on luck, focus on networking to build real connections and get immediate results. 🎯💼 #networkingtips #JobSearchStrategy #CareerAdvice #GetHired #CareerGrowth
Dont Let AI Write Your Whole Resume! Careering with Cameron 2026-06-01 | Stop copy-pasting your resume into AI! 🛑 Using AI to identify gaps between your resume and the job description is a cheat code but letting it rewrite everything loses your personality. Here’s how to balance AI tools with your unique voice to stand out. #ResumeTips #AIinJobSearch #JobHunting #CareerAdvice #CareerGrowth
Build This Job Search Routine for Success 💼 Careering with Cameron 2026-05-31 | Treating your job search like a 9-to-5? ⏰ From motivational playlists to daily targets, building a strict routine keeps you sharp and ahead of the competition. 🎧💼 What does your routine look like? #ProductivityHacks #CareerGoals #JobSearchTips #Motivation
Dress for Success: Virtual Interview Hacks Careering with Cameron 2026-05-30 | Your energy tanks the moment you sit down for a Zoom call. 📉 If you want to ace your next virtual interview, you need to bring the hype before you press connect! Try stretching, doing jumping jacks, or walking around the block so you show up energized and ready to engage from second one. 🎯👔 #InterviewTips #ZoomInterview #CareerAdvice #VirtualInterview #JobSearchHacks
The Best Natural Lighting Hack for Virtual Meetings Careering with Cameron 2026-05-29 | No professional lighting rig? No problem! 🙅♀️ The absolute best (and most flattering) lighting for your virtual meetings is 100% free. Just flip your desk to face a window for a clean, professional setup that keeps you looking sharp without spending a dime. ☀️💻 #virtualmeeting #ZoomTips #RemoteWork #CareerHacks #ProfessionalSetup
How to Bypass the HR Application Filter on LinkedIn Careering with Cameron 2026-05-29 | Skip the HR filter! 🚫 If you’re just applying online, you’re playing on hard mode. Here is why networking on LinkedIn gets you noticed by the right people—even when the system says no. 💼✨ #careeradvice #JobSearch #LinkedInNetworking #GetHired #ResumeTips
She Got Rejected by the Algorithm — Then Got the Job Anyway | with Christine Avedissian Careering with Cameron 2026-05-27 | What does a real career transition actually look like from the inside? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Christine Avedissian, a Talent - Connect coaching client and in-house attorney who navigated a layoff in one of the most competitive job markets in recent memory. Christine opens up about what caught her off guard, what finally clicked, and the practical habits that got her across the finish line.From the "dartboard" networking approach to colour-coded interview cheat sheets, Christine shares the tools and mindset shifts that made the difference - including how she managed her mental health, set boundaries with her support circle, and stayed organised when everything felt out of her control. If you're in career transition right now, this one is for you.Key TakeawaysNetwork before you apply — find a connection at the company first, then submit your application. Don't let a rejection from an ATS system be the final word. A system said no; a person may still say yes. Treat your job search like a job — build a routine, track everything in a spreadsheet, and protect your mental health. Use remote interviews to your advantage with cheat sheets, post-its, and visual reminders. Apply even if you don't tick every box — job descriptions are often wish lists. Visualise what you actually want and come back to it when the process feels overwhelming.Episode HighlightsChristine's surprising discovery that her resume wasn't reaching human eyes. The moment she realised she needed a new strategy — and what she did about it. Why the people closest to you might not be your best advocates in a job search. Her layered interview prep method: company research, interviewer research, and personal tie-backs. How she managed anxiety by setting clear expectations with family and friends. The turning point when six or seven active interviews gave her confidence the process was working.Timestamps00:00 — Introduction 00:40 — Meet Christine Avedissian01:38 — Christine's career background 03:15 — The biggest surprise: resumes not reaching people 04:22 — The turning point and new strategy 05:44 — Mass outreach and unexpected helpers 08:04 — Why people outside your close circle often help more 11:36 — Building a daily routine and protecting mental health 14:55 — Preparing for remote interviews 16:21 — The cheat sheet system 18:10 — What interviewers are really looking for: fit 19:07 — The turning point in Christine's search 20:09 — Visualisation as a daily tool 22:08 — Final advice: don't let job descriptions scare you off 24:22 — Outreach cadence: once a week 25:16 — Christine's whyConnect With ChristineLinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christine-avedissian-5b457115 If you found this advice valuable, please hit subscribe, leave us a review.Visit Talent Connect: Website: www.talent-connect.net LinkedIn: Talent-Connect Kevin's LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/kevinmcameron Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / the32collective.co
