Careers at the End of the World: Reimagining Ambition, Work, and Your Job Search in Unprecedented Times Jenn Walker Wall

Episode 23:

In this episode of 'Careers at the End of the World,' host Jenn Walker Wall addresses the challenges of enduring prolonged job searches in a competitive market. Drawing from a recent webinar and experiences with her clients, Jenn discusses the trend of longer job search processes, citing examples of clients in multiple rounds of interviews. 

She offers survival strategies for job seekers, emphasizing the importance of starting the search before you’re ready, budgeting for financial flexibility, navigating unemployment, considering interim 'bridge jobs,' and possibly accepting less than perfect job opportunities. 

Jenn also highlights the need for both professional and social support for job search and career transitions, and she touches on the concept of energetic hygiene to manage stress and maintain a positive outlook during these challenging times.

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Episode highlights:

04:55 Starting Your Job Search Early: A Key Strategy
06:26 Budgeting as a Survival Strategy
09:12 The Importance of Filing for Unemployment and Considering Bridge Jobs
14:26 Taking Less Than Perfect Jobs and the Unexpected Benefits
18:20 Energetic Hygiene and Self-Care During Career Transitions
23:38 Seeking Professional and Social Support
27:36 Conclusion and Invitation for Engagement

This show is created, written, and produced by Jenn Walker Wall of Work Wonders Careers. You can learn more about working with Jenn and her team by visiting www.workwonderscareers.com.
You can also find Jenn on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. If you're looking for more job search, resume or career content, join our ReImagining Ambition email list at www.workwonderscareers.com.
Music is by yifeitang. Editing and production by Jenn Walker Wall.

As we enter the 10 year anniversary of Work Wonders Careers, we're evolving! We are now Careers at the End of the World, bringing you actionable advice - without hustle culture so you can navigate your job search and manage your career in these ✨unprecedented ✨ times.

Tune in and hear Jenn share some inspiration for the new look and feel of WWC and the podcast, as well as to learn more about what you can expect going forward.

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This show is created, written, and produced by Jenn Walker Wall of Work Wonders Careers. You can learn more about working with Jenn and her team by visiting www.workwonderscareers.com.
You can also find Jenn on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. If you're looking for more job search, resume or career content, join our ReImagining Ambition email list at www.workwonderscareers.com.
Music is by yifeitang. Editing and production by Jenn Walker Wall.

If you have ever found yourself at a potential crossroads curious about a change, but not confident in your direction or success, this epsiode is for you.

This week,  ReImagining Ambition host and Work Wonders Careers founder Jenn Walker Wall shares 5 Signs It's Time for a Change - and easy ways to actually take action and start the process.

Common signs and fears include:


[5:36] Ignoring the warning signs for too long
[6:58] Changes to your life and/or circumstances
[12:27] Hiring in your industry is challenging
[13:25] You hit a career milestone that feels like failure but often looks like success
[15:33] Plus easy ways to begin exploring your career options and potential transitions

ReImagining Ambition is sponsored by Work Wonders Careers.

To learn more about our Career Alchemy Workshop, click here



This show is created, written, and produced by Jenn Walker Wall of Work Wonders Careers. You can learn more about working with Jenn and her team by visiting www.workwonderscareers.com.
You can also find Jenn on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. If you're looking for more job search, resume or career content, join our ReImagining Ambition email list at www.workwonderscareers.com.
Music is by yifeitang. Editing and production by Jenn Walker Wall.

If you’ve ever pursued a career transition or job search, you know that it can often leave you feeling if you’re doing what you *should* be - or if you’re even on the right track.

In this episode of ReImagining Ambition, host and Work Wonders Careers founder Jenn Walker Wall shares the key milestones that help guide the process - and the progress - for successful client career transitions.

This episode covers:


[4:48] The milestone that helps you identify aligned opportunity
[11:15] The milestone that is a game changer when you’re applying online
[12:27] The milestone that can pay off in the short term AND the long term
[14:49] The milestone that will change how you show up in the hiring process
[17:36] The milestone that will help you maintain autonomy and leadership throughout your search

Jenn references a previous episode in today’s podcast, previous “Episode 13 Cracking the Code: 3 Strategies for Resume Success.” Listen on Apple | Listen on Spotify

ReImagining Ambition is sponsored by Work Wonders Careers.

To learn more about our Winter Workshop series, click here.

To learn more about our Job Search Club, which is enrolling through Feb 5th (and offering 30 minute sessions with Jenn W for the first 5 4 registrants!), click here.

To learn more about our resume writing services click here.

To learn more about our private Job Search Strategy services click here.

This show is created, written, and produced by Jenn Walker Wall of Work Wonders Careers. You can learn more about working with Jenn and her team by visiting www.workwonderscareers.com.
You can also find Jenn on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. If you're looking for more job search, resume or career content, join our ReImagining Ambition email list at www.workwonderscareers.com.
Music is by yifeitang. Editing and production by Jenn Walker Wall.

This episode is inspired by a long-time client who wanted to more share with others the benefits of career coaching and support - straight from the horse’s mouth.



ReImagining Ambition host and Work Wonders Careers founder Jenn Walker Wall shares her top 5 reasons to consider working with a career coach, as well as some insight on which WWC services may be a good fit for you.



This episode covers:


[1:21] The importance of having space held for own reflections and understanding
[4:43] Subject matter expertise and strategy
[6:39] Personalized support and direction
[7:48] Accountability to prioritize your own goals
[10:20] Why having a career coach helps you recover from setbacks

ReImagining Ambition is sponsored by Work Wonders Careers. Learn more a



To learn more about our Winter Workshop series, click here.



To learn more about our Job Search Club, which is enrolling through Feb 5th (and offering 30 minute sessions with Jenn W for the first 5 registrants!), click here.



To learn more about our resume writing services click here.



To learn more about our private Job Search Strategy services click here.

This show is created, written, and produced by Jenn Walker Wall of Work Wonders Careers. You can learn more about working with Jenn and her team by visiting www.workwonderscareers.com.
You can also find Jenn on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. If you're looking for more job search, resume or career content, join our ReImagining Ambition email list at www.workwonderscareers.com.
Music is by yifeitang. Editing and production by Jenn Walker Wall.

Are you feeling stuck in your career? Join host Jenn Walker Wall as we kick of 2024 by exploring the concept of career alchemy and the transformative process of making career transitions.



If you're feeling frustrated, disappointed or overwhelmed by realizing that your chosen career path is not the right fit, you'll hear more about what to expect and how to navigate uncertainty and change along the way.



This episode is best for anyone considering a career change or actively engaged in a job search or career transition.



In this episode, we'll discuss how to:


Identify potential shifts and changes
Why discomfort is probably unavoidable - and why it's so important
Manage expectations and create aligned opportunities
Address some challenges with just a few keystrokes 😏



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This show is created, written, and produced by Jenn Walker Wall of Work Wonders Careers. You can learn more about working with Jenn and her team by visiting www.workwonderscareers.com.
You can also find Jenn on Instagram, LinkedIn, and TikTok. If you're looking for more job search, resume or career content, join our ReImagining Ambition email list at www.workwonderscareers.com.
Music is by yifeitang. Editing and production by Jenn Walker Wall.