Career Cravings

Irina Posan - Career Coach
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Welcome to Career Cravings, the podcast that helps ambitious professionals land roles they love and fast-track their success. I’m Irina Posan, a career coach, HR expert, and former corporate leader who knows exactly what it takes to stand out, get hired, and thrive. Having designed hiring systems and led recruitment teams, I’ve seen what separates the “good” candidates from the ones who get the offer—and now I’m sharing it all with you. Each week, I’ll give you actionable tools, insider tips, and mindset shifts to help you build the career (and life) you’re craving. Whether you’re chasing a promotion, navigating a pivot, or ready for your dream role, this is your guide to making it happen. ✨ Your dream career is closer than you think. Hit subscribe and let’s get started!

  1. vor 5 Std.

    85. The Interview Answers That Get You Hired Inside a Live Coaching Call

    Most interview advice tells you what to do. This episode shows you what it actually looks like when someone does it in real time. This is a behind-the-scenes look at a live coaching call inside HR Star, Irina's group program for HR professionals. You'll hear real clients working through real challenges, from a director-level candidate building out her cost savings story for a total rewards interview, to a senior HR leader navigating the overqualification question, to someone waiting on a final round offer and wondering when and how to negotiate. No scripts. No rehearsed examples. Just the raw, practical work of turning your experience into the kind of answers that make hiring managers say yes. Inside this episode: The confidence statement technique that reframes any behavioral question before you answer itHow to structure a cost savings story so it lands at the executive levelWhat to do in the first 30 seconds of receiving a verbal offer and why most people get this wrongHow to handle the head count question when you're targeting larger organizationsThe right way to talk about your personality in an interview without sounding like you're reciting a job descriptionWhy your pitch answers more than "tell me about yourself" and how to use it strategicallyWhat final round interviews are really evaluating and how to shift your energy accordinglyIf you're in the job search right now or preparing for what's next, this episode is the closest thing to having a seat inside the room where the real prep happens. Mentioned and helpful links Free training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com

    47 Min.

  2. 23. Juni

    84. How to Set Goals You Actually Achieve in 2026

    Six months into the year, and your goals are either thriving, stalled, or quietly forgotten. This episode is for all three. Irina is pulling back the curtain on the exact five-step goal-setting process she has used for the last decade to go from a moldy government housing basement to a multi-million dollar dream home, a book launch, a health transformation, and a business she's obsessed with. This is not a generic productivity framework. It's personal, specific, and built from real results. She's also checking in publicly on the three goals she declared on New Year's Eve and where each one actually stands today. No filters. Inside this episode: Why your goals collapse in February and the one missing piece that fixes it The North Star method and why vision has to come before goals Why three goals maximum is the rule and how micro goals sit underneath them The difference between a goal and a deeply meaningful why, and why it matters when things get hard How to use milestones strategically so your brain actually takes the deadline seriously Why accountability is the step most people skip and how to build it in simply A real-time update on Irina's health goal, her book launch, and what's coming in September You have six months left in 2026. That's not nothing. This episode will show you exactly how to use them. Mentioned and helpful links Free training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com

    33 Min.

  3. 16. Juni

    83. When Your Boss Is the Problem With Andrew L. Regal

    If you've ever driven home from work and realized you weren't even aware of the road because your boss was still living rent-free in your head, this episode will make you feel less alone. Andrew L. Regal spent over 25 years as a media executive at places like CNBC, MSNBC, and the Wall Street Journal. He was pulled off a plane by an angry CEO. He was ostracized for months after giving a decade of his career to an organization. And he didn't even recognize it as bullying until he started writing his book. That's the part nobody talks about. Workplace bullying isn't always obvious. Sometimes it's silence. Sometimes it's sarcasm in a conference room that lands to a laugh. Sometimes it's being left off an email chain until you quietly disappear. And the people it happens to most are often the ones who care the most. Inside this episode: Why devoted, high-performing employees are the most common targets The spectrum from eye rolls and sarcasm to full ostracism and what makes each damaging Why silence is one of the most destructive tools a leader can use The six tenets of coping and healing when you're in the thick of it What $300 billion in annual losses tells us about the real cost of toxic leadership Why self-blame is almost universal and how to start releasing it Where to get Andrew's free bullying recovery guide This is not about what you did wrong. It's about what was done to you. Mentioned and helpful links Bullying recovery guide: https://bullyingrecoveryguide.com Free training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com

    36 Min.

  4. 9. Juni

    82. How to Make More Money Without Working 24/7

    If the life you want and the income you have right now don't match, this episode will change how you think about both. This is a solo episode and one of the most personal ones yet. Irina shares the story of growing up with nothing, the moment at 12 years old that shaped everything she believed about money and choices, and the exact framework she used to build a career that funds the life she actually wanted. This isn't about being materialistic. It's about being honest. Because your career funds your life. And if you keep treating money as a bonus instead of a strategy, the gap between where you are and where you want to be will only get wider. Inside this episode: Why career and lifestyle are almost always misaligned and what to do about it How to define your North Star and reverse-engineer the income it actually requires The leverage formula: why skills plus experience plus market timing determines what you can earn The trade-offs nobody names out loud when it comes to building real wealth How to set goals that close the gap consistently instead of leaving you stuck Why the soft life trend and the grind culture debate both miss the point The goal isn't to be rich. It's to stop pinching yourself, wondering if this is really your life. Mentioned and helpful links Free training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com

    41 Min.

  5. 2. Juni

    81. The LinkedIn Mistake That's Keeping You From Getting Hired With Miranda VonFricken

    If you're applying to roles and not hearing back, your resume might not be the problem. Your LinkedIn might be. Miranda VonFricken, LinkedIn strategist and author of Own Your Awesome, joins Irina to break down what recruiters are actually seeing when they land on your profile and why most job seekers are invisible without realizing it. This isn't theory. Miranda spent years on the recruiting side watching qualified candidates lose opportunities because their presence didn't match their potential. The conversation covers what's changed with the algorithm, how to build visibility without screaming "hire me," and why showing up authentically on LinkedIn is now a career strategy, not just a nice-to-have. Inside this episode: The "does your top pop" profile audit that takes under an hour A realistic 30-day plan to go from invisible to visible on LinkedIn Why engagement beats content and what that means for your strategy How to use AI to write posts without sounding like everyone else The truth about the Open to Work banner and what to do instead What personal branding actually means for introverts and non-posters Why networking through LinkedIn beats applying almost every time Your LinkedIn is either working for you around the clock or it isn't. This episode will show you how to make it work. Mentioned and helpful links Free training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com

    42 Min.

  6. 26. Mai

    80. Why Faking It at Work Is Costing You With David Pettrone Swalve

    If you’ve ever felt like you have to wear a mask at work, code switch, or say what people want to hear just to get ahead… this episode will change how you think about your career. I sat down with David Pettrone Swalve to talk about what authenticity really looks like in today’s job market, and why it might actually be the missing piece in your career growth, leadership, and fulfillment. Because being authentic isn’t just about “being yourself.” It’s about alignment, energy, and making sure you don’t land roles that slowly drain you. What you’ll learn today ✔️ Why being inauthentic can cost you years in the wrong role ✔️ The difference between getting a job vs getting the right job ✔️ Why “fake it till you make it” doesn’t work for identity or leadership ✔️ The 3 powerful questions to ask yourself before applying to another role ✔️ How authenticity acts as a filter to attract the right opportunities ✔️ Why career transitions are actually identity shifts (not just job changes) Mentioned and helpful links Events: https://authentara.com/events Book: https://piratejokesarentfunny.com LinkedIn (David): https://www.linkedin.com/in/swalve/ Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com

    42 Min.

  7. 19. Mai

    79. What Makes Someone Stand Out and Get Hired Today With Marnie and Nick

    If you feel like you’re doing everything right but still not standing out in your job search this episode will completely shift how you think about your career. Because it’s not just about your resume. It’s not just about your experience. It’s about how you understand yourself, how you communicate your value, and how you position yourself in every conversation. In this episode, I sit down with the authors of The Business of You to break down what actually makes someone stand out, get hired, and grow in today’s competitive market. We go deeper than tactics and talk about the foundation most people skip self awareness, storytelling, and building real connections. Inside this episode: ✔️ Why self awareness is the foundation of standing out and long term career success ✔️ How to use storytelling instead of your resume to win interviews ✔️ The real reason most people stay stuck or misaligned in their careers ✔️ How to use transferable skills to pivot into a new role or industry ✔️ Why networking is more important than applying online in today’s market ✔️ How to think of your career as a business and position yourself as the CEO If you are tired of applying and not getting noticed this episode will show you what actually needs to change. Mentioned and helpful links Free training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com

    37 Min.

  8. 12. Mai

    78. Is This Really It? What to Do When Your Career No Longer Fits You

    If you’ve worked for years to land the role you thought you wanted… and now you’re sitting there thinking “is this really it?” this episode is for you. Because this isn’t failure. It’s what happens when the version of you today no longer fits the career you chose years ago. In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many high achievers hit this point, what it actually means, and how to figure out what you truly want next without continuing to climb a ladder that doesn’t fulfill you. What you’ll learn today ✔️ Why making a career decision at 18 often leads to misalignment later in life ✔️ The real reason success, titles, and salary don’t automatically create fulfillment ✔️ How your needs evolve from stability to purpose and why your career must evolve too ✔️ The biggest mistake high achievers make when choosing their “next” role ✔️ The exact questions to ask yourself to gain clarity and design your next aligned move Mentioned and helpful links Free training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com

    25 Min.
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Welcome to Career Cravings, the podcast that helps ambitious professionals land roles they love and fast-track their success. I’m Irina Posan, a career coach, HR expert, and former corporate leader who knows exactly what it takes to stand out, get hired, and thrive. Having designed hiring systems and led recruitment teams, I’ve seen what separates the “good” candidates from the ones who get the offer—and now I’m sharing it all with you. Each week, I’ll give you actionable tools, insider tips, and mindset shifts to help you build the career (and life) you’re craving. Whether you’re chasing a promotion, navigating a pivot, or ready for your dream role, this is your guide to making it happen. ✨ Your dream career is closer than you think. Hit subscribe and let’s get started!

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    2025 - 2026
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