Careering with Cameron

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Welcome to the Careering with Cameron podcast, your home for all things career strategy and job search success! Hosted by Kevin Cameron, this is the safe place for you to ask all the "dumb questions" about finding a job. What to Expect: Are you finishing college or graduate school and just starting your career? Are you a bright, data-driven individual in a STEM field (Science, Tech, Engineering, or Math) who may struggle with people skills? If you're wondering "what's next," you are in the right place. Kevin's goal is to give you a clear, step-by-step roadmap for your career journey. We'll walk through the often-confusing process of finding a job so you can feel ready and empowered. The ultimate goal is not just to apply for positions, but to find meaningful work that aligns with your passion. Meet Your Host: Kevin Cameron brings over 20 years of experience as a recruiter and is an ICF-certified professional coach. Having been "on the other side of the desk" for two decades, he's bringing the inside scoop to help you: Think like a recruiter so you can land the job you want. Get actionable advice and best practices for resume writing, interview questions, negotiating offers, and more. You don't have to navigate this career search alone! New episodes drop every Wednesday. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on social media @careeringwithcameron_ on Instagram!

  1. 2 days ago

    What to Do the Minute You Get Rejected | Careering with Cameron

    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 Takeaways Getting 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 Highlights The 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. Timestamps 00:00 — 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 search 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 PCC Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

  2. 9 Sept

    Free Money, Roth Accounts, and Your First Real Job | with Todd Roselle

    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 Takeaways Parent 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 Highlights The 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 curious Connect With Todd Find Todd on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/toddroselle/ 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 PCC Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

  3. 1 Sept

    The Job Search Advice That Will Make You Angry

    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 Takeaways 83% 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 Highlights How 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. Timestamps 00:30 — 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 think 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 PCC Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

  4. 19 Aug

    The Human Potential Assessment That Changes How You See Yourself | Mark Vandeneijnde

    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 Takeaways Stuck 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 Highlights Why 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. Timestamps 00:33 — 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 Mark Connect With Mark Website: beingfullpotential.com Assessment (free): beingfullpotential.io LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/markvandeneijnde/ 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 PCC Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

  5. 12 Aug

    The Narrative Intelligence Method for Landing a Job | Joshua Green

    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 Takeaways Your 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 Highlights The 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. Timestamps 00:35 — 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 Joshua Connect With Joshua Website: joshuaowengreen.com 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 PCC Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

  6. 5 Aug

    When Traditional Employment Stops Working | Start This Instead | with Haley Moss

    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 Takeaways Many 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 Highlights Why 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. Timestamps 00:28 — 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 why Connect With Haley Website: https://haleymoss.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/haley.moss/ 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 PCC Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

  7. 29 Jul

    How to Spot a Job Scam Before It's Too Late | with Mark Anthony Dyson

    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 Takeaways Scammers 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 Highlights Why 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. Timestamps 00:31 — 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 Connect With Mark Website:https://thevoiceofjobseekers.com/ Linkedin:https://www.linkedin.com/in/markanthonydyson/ 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 PCC Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

  8. 22 Jul

    The Career Translation Guide Every Veteran Needs | with Wendi Wray

    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 Takeaways Transitioning 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 Highlights Why 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. Timestamps 00:01 — 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 why Connect With Wendi Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/wendiwray/  1-1 Clarity Call: https://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 PCC Production Credit: Edited and produced by @the32collective_ / https://www.the32collective.co/

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Welcome to the Careering with Cameron podcast, your home for all things career strategy and job search success! Hosted by Kevin Cameron, this is the safe place for you to ask all the "dumb questions" about finding a job. What to Expect: Are you finishing college or graduate school and just starting your career? Are you a bright, data-driven individual in a STEM field (Science, Tech, Engineering, or Math) who may struggle with people skills? If you're wondering "what's next," you are in the right place. Kevin's goal is to give you a clear, step-by-step roadmap for your career journey. We'll walk through the often-confusing process of finding a job so you can feel ready and empowered. The ultimate goal is not just to apply for positions, but to find meaningful work that aligns with your passion. Meet Your Host: Kevin Cameron brings over 20 years of experience as a recruiter and is an ICF-certified professional coach. Having been "on the other side of the desk" for two decades, he's bringing the inside scoop to help you: Think like a recruiter so you can land the job you want. Get actionable advice and best practices for resume writing, interview questions, negotiating offers, and more. You don't have to navigate this career search alone! New episodes drop every Wednesday. Be sure to subscribe and follow us on social media @careeringwithcameron_ on Instagram!

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    WRKdefined Podcast Network
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
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