The Career Diet Podcast

Anna Belyaeva
  • 5.0 (7)
  • Careers
  • Updated Weekly

The Career Diet podcast is for ambitious professionals looking to create a career that supports your personal goals, growth and lifestyle – not one that requires you to sacrifice them! I'm your host, Anna Belyaeva, a LinkedIn Learning instructor and a world-recognized career coach, who has helped thousands of professionals discover and land their dream career. My mission is to help you see the power you hold in your career and help you become The Star Candidate every employer is searching for. Think of this podcast as a personal career strategist in your pocket and leave it to me to provide you with the tools, tips and resources you need to make job search fun and turn your dream career into your reality. Follow Anna for daily career tips on Instagram @thecareerdiet: https://www.instagram.com/thecareerdiet/ Or LinkedIn @annabelyaeva: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabelyaeva/ All free resources: https://thecareerdiet.com/resource-library/

  1. 1d ago

    60: Landing your first VP role with Katy McFee

    Are you an ambitious female professional struggling to finally break into a VP-level role? In this episode, I interview Katy McFee—former executive VP, Forty Under 40 recipient, and certified executive coach—about how she spent five years stuck in a director role before turning her corporate career around. You’ll hear how she shifted from a reactive employee mindset to an intentional executive presence, stopped getting trapped in day-to-day execution, and learned to communicate with true authority to land her first VP and EVP roles. What you’ll learn in this episode:Why outworking your team and relying on hustle stops working once you aim for senior leadership.How to conduct a calendar and task audit to carve out two hours of protected time for deep, strategic thinking.Why your communication style and asking for approval might accidentally signal that you aren't ready for the VP title.How to stop bringing problems to your manager and start presenting firm, executive-level recommendations instead.The importance of creating a stakeholder map to build strategic visibility and influence beyond your direct boss. About Our Guest:Katy McFee is a former executive (VP/EVP), Forty Under 40 recipient, and host of the More Women Promoted podcast. As a certified executive coach, she's helped hundreds of women transition to, and thrive in, senior leadership. Drawing from her own challenging path to the executive suite, Katy is dedicated to closing the gender gap by helping women step into senior roles with confidence and authenticity. Katy has been featured in Business Insider and has published multiple articles about women and leadership in Forbes.com as a contributor. Take Katy’s free assessment to see how close you are to being VP-ready: Follow Katy on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/katy-mcfee-3880b4a/ Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareerdiet/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabelyaeva/

    41 min

  2. May 29

    59: How David moved from the U.S. to Switzerland and landed a leadership offer in under 6 Months — without applying

    Are you trying to balance a full-time role with a serious job search? Or dreaming about making a big career move — like relocating internationally or landing a leadership role — but not sure how to actually make it happen? In this episode, I interview David about how he landed a leadership offer in under 6 months that took him from the U.S. to Switzerland — without applying — while navigating a busy full-time role and major personal life changes. You’ll hear how he used the intentional networking strategy he learned inside The Star Candidate Program, met his future hiring manager five months before the offer was made, and navigated informal visits instead of traditional interviews to land the right fit. What you’ll learn in this episode: Why applying one role at a time wasn’t creating enough tractionHow David treated his job search like a strategic sales pipelineHow he made time for a serious job search while working full-timeWhy intentional networking helped him break into a niche international marketHow he met his future hiring manager five months before the offer was madeWhy senior-level interviews often look like informal conversations, visits, and relationship-buildingHow David used an Impact Preview Deck to show his value before receiving an offerWhy he turned down the first offer — and how that led to a better Ready to build a strategic job search pipeline and start creating real opportunities? Book a free strategy call with my team to dive into your goals today. Connect with me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thecareerdiet/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabelyaeva/

    35 min

  3. May 22

    58: 5 unhinged ways to accelerate your job search

    Are you playing it too safe in your job search? In this episode, I share five "unhinged" but highly effective strategies to accelerate your job search and instantly stand out. Ready to land your next $150K+ senior role? Book a free strategy call with our team today to map out your next move.

    15 min

  4. May 15

    57: 10 Networking rules for people who hate networking

    Are you frustrated that your networking efforts aren’t leading to the career growth you expected? Anna breaks down the 10 networking foundations so you can stop the guesswork and start securing the intel, referrals, and interviews required for a senior-level role. You’ll learn how to increase your volume and maintain a sustainable habit that turns networking into your most powerful professional tool. Ready to land your next $150k+ role in weeks, not months? Book your free career strategy call here. Follow The Career Diet on Instagram: @thecareerdiet Connect with me on LinkedIn: Anna Belyaeva Find more resources on my website: thecareerdiet.com

    30 min

  5. May 8

    56: Answering uncomfortable interview questions (gaps, skill you don't have, salary)

    Are you tired of shrinking when interview questions focus on why you left your last role or what your expected salary is? In this episode, I’m unpacking the exact talk tracks and communication principles you need to stay neutral, confident, and concise during high-stakes interviews. You’ll learn why you should never start your answer with a negative and how to state your salary expectations without the need to justify your worth. Ready to stop over-explaining and start commanding your worth? Book a call to master your high-ticket career strategy today. Follow The Career Diet on Instagram: @thecareerdiet Connect with me on LinkedIn: Anna Belyaeva Find more resources on my website: thecareerdiet.com

    16 min

  6. May 1

    55: How to thrive during job search (especially after a layoff)

    Going through a layoff and feeling like job search has completely taken over your life? Learn how to stay mindful and proactive by separating your self-worth from the hiring timeline, which is often outside of your control. In this episode, I provide a clear plan to manage your thoughts and energy so you can show up at your best for every high-stakes interview. Ready to turn your job search into a strategic win? Book your strategy call here to see how we can help you get where you want to be. Follow The Career Diet on Instagram: @thecareerdiet Connect with me on LinkedIn: Anna Belyaeva Find more resources on my website: thecareerdiet.com

    14 min

  7. Apr 24

    54: How much time should you really dedicate to interview prep?

    Are you still treating interview prep as a last-minute task and wondering why you aren’t converting those interviews into offers? In this episode, I explain why preparing the night before isn't enough and how to develop a permanent interview skillset. You’ll learn how to build an Interview Alignment Plan and a Story Bank so you can reach peak interview shape. Ready to stop cold-applying and start converting interviews into a high-value offer? Book your strategy call here to see how we can help you land what's next. Follow The Career Diet on Instagram: @thecareerdiet Connect with me on LinkedIn: Anna Belyaeva Find more resources on my website: thecareerdiet.com

    23 min

  8. Apr 17

    53: How long does a job search actually take at the senior level?

    How long should your job search take on average? Is 6 months too long? Is 3 months unrealistic? In this episode, I break down why the "average" job search timeline is a myth and identify the four specific factors that dictate how fast you’ll land your next $150k+ role. You'll learn how to audit your starting point and shift your strategy so your hours finally translate into referrals and interviews. Ready for clarity on your own job search? Book a free Career Strategy Call with my team to identify exactly where your senior-level move is getting stuck. Follow The Career Diet on Instagram: @thecareerdiet Connect with me on LinkedIn: Anna Belyaeva Find more resources on my website: thecareerdiet.com

    19 min
See All (66)

Trailer

5
out of 5
7 Ratings

About

The Career Diet podcast is for ambitious professionals looking to create a career that supports your personal goals, growth and lifestyle – not one that requires you to sacrifice them! I'm your host, Anna Belyaeva, a LinkedIn Learning instructor and a world-recognized career coach, who has helped thousands of professionals discover and land their dream career. My mission is to help you see the power you hold in your career and help you become The Star Candidate every employer is searching for. Think of this podcast as a personal career strategist in your pocket and leave it to me to provide you with the tools, tips and resources you need to make job search fun and turn your dream career into your reality. Follow Anna for daily career tips on Instagram @thecareerdiet: https://www.instagram.com/thecareerdiet/ Or LinkedIn @annabelyaeva: https://www.linkedin.com/in/annabelyaeva/ All free resources: https://thecareerdiet.com/resource-library/

Information

  • Creator
    Anna Belyaeva
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    66
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2026 Anna Belyaeva
  • Show Website
    The Career Diet Podcast

You Might Also Like