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LinkedIn: Your Secret Weapon to Stand Out in the Job Market
When hundreds of candidates are vying for the same position, how do you ensure your application stands out? Patricia Ortega dives into this challenge and offers actionable strategies to make your LinkedIn profile a recruiter...
How to Have a Faith-Centered Work Life
Is it possible to integrate faith into a busy career without overstepping boundaries? The answer is a resounding yes. Your workplace is more than just a job—it’s an opportunity to live out your faith.
In this conversation, Patricia Ortega...
Get Clear on Your Job Search and Land the Role You Actually Want
Feeling stuck in your job search? Patricia Ortega shares a game-changing truth: it’s not always your experience holding you back—it’s how you communicate it. If your job hunt feels scattered and...
Navigating Micromanagement in the Workplace
Micromanagers can drain your motivation, but what if you could turn that situation around? In this episode hosted by Patricia Ortega and Julianna Yau Yorgan, they unpacked practical strategies to manage micromanagers, spot them during...
Is It Time for a Career Move? Signs It’s Time to Look for a New Job
Have you ever woken up dreading the day ahead at work, wondering if you’re in the wrong job? You’re not alone. Nearly half of employees feel disengaged at work, according to Gallup. Recognizing the signs...
How Do You Define Your Value?
Navigating your career can often feel like a complex math problem. However, according to Jamila Brown, career strategist and guest on our podcast, the key to finding success begins not with solving for X, but by defining your value—starting with who you...
Plan Your 2025 Career Growth: A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Next Promotion
Starting the year with clarity and intentionality can be the key to achieving your career aspirations. If you're aiming for that big promotion by January 2026, the time to start planning is now. In this blog,...
In this last of the three-part Annual Planning Series, Patricia and Dale focus on strategies to ensure goals stick throughout 2025. They emphasize the importance of writing down goals, displaying them visibly, and involving accountability partners. They also discuss practical...
15 Quick Tips to Boost Your Job Search in 2025
If you're gearing up for the next hiring season, I've got you covered. Whether you're looking for a career shift or just trying to stay ahead, these 15 tips will help you fine-tune your positioning, online presence, and interview skills in...
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