Career Composer

Erin Ahart
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Gen Z deserves better career advice — from someone who knows what you’re going through and also happens to be a full-time career coach! I’m Erin, and I’m helping YOU, Gen Z professionals, write your OWN career story. I’m giving you the job search and career advice you need to GET THAT JOB, but we’ll also talk about how to grow in our careers and figure out what we’re MEANT to do. Career Composer was born from my love of music and careers, but more importantly, my belief that we can build careers we're proud of while staying true to who we are. Ready? Let's go.

  1. How Working With a Recruiter Can Help Your Job Search

    FEB 23

    How Working With a Recruiter Can Help Your Job Search

    Recruiters, headhunters, talent acquisition specialists... Who are they? What do they do? What's the difference? And most of all, how can they HELP YOU in your job search?! Working with a recruiter can be an incredibly helpful strategy to supplement your job search! After listening to today's episode, you'll know exactly how YOU can utilize recruiters and staffing agencies to help secure your next role. Thanks for listening! Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposer YouTube: @careercomposer Email: careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com ASK ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

    20 min
  2. How to Grow on LinkedIn in 2026 with LinkedIn Top Voice Ang Richard

    FEB 16

    How to Grow on LinkedIn in 2026 with LinkedIn Top Voice Ang Richard

    How do I get more LinkedIn connections? How do I hit 500+ ? What should I post? What's the point of this whole online networking thing, anyway? LinkedIn Top Voice Ang Richard returns to the podcast to answer ALL your burning questions! This is YOUR YEAR to grow on LinkedIn, and HOW you do it is completely up to you. We talk about... How to get more LinkedIn connectionsContent options for posting on LinkedIn more consistentlyEmployer perspectives on LinkedIn profile contentHow to build your LinkedIn presence without making it your whole personality (OR, go full force into LinkedIn!)How to send the perfect LinkedIn connection messageWhy online networking is critical to long-term career success!We hope you enjoy! Ang's Socials: IG / TikTok: @earlycareercorner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-richard/ Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposer YouTube: @careercomposer Email: careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com ASK ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

    36 min
  3. Make Work Your Favorite: How to JOB CRAFT

    FEB 9

    Make Work Your Favorite: How to JOB CRAFT

    This week on Career Composer we're talking about how to make work your favorite! (Elf, anyone?) If you're just not loving your job lately, you have options. You can quit, quiet quit, quiet crack, or JOB CRAFT. You already know which option I'm choosing! Job crafting is all about tweaking your role to make it work FOR YOU and your goals. Think of your job as a TOOL that can help you get to where you want to be! In this episode, we discuss: What is job crafting, anyway?How to job craft in a corporate setting, or in a traditional 9 - 5.How to job craft in a part-time role, or in customer service or hands-on roles.And what to do if job crafting doesn't seem possible (Hint: there are opportunities to work towards your goals EVERYWHERE you look!)If you're not loving your job right now, this is your sign to TAKE ACTION and change your situation for the better. It will not only be impressive to your future employer, but will make all of your hard work worth it in the end. Thanks for listening! Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposer YouTube: @careercomposer Email: careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com ASK ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

    21 min
  4. Why You Should Negotiate Your Salary and How to Feel More Confident Doing It!

    FEB 2

    Why You Should Negotiate Your Salary and How to Feel More Confident Doing It!

    If you're wondering if you should negotiate your salary ...Let me guess, is anxiety trying to talk you out of it? ...The answer is YES, you absolutely 1,000% SHOULD negotiate your salary! I wish someone had given me this advice before I entered the job market. In this episode, we address EVERY fear, and answer the most common questions Gen Z professionals ask related to salary negotiation. This crucial step is all part of YOU achieving YOUR career goals! Don't let the opportunity pass you by.  We cover: Why salary negotiation is a normal and EXPECTED part of the hiring processWhat to do if you don't have a competing offerWhat to do if you work in a low-paying industry or fieldNavigating the decision to negotiate in your first full-time jobWhy you should get multiple opinions to determine your market rateThe gender wage gap - it WIDENED in 2025!Happy job hunting :) Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposer YouTube: @careercomposer Email: careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com ASK ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

    20 min
  5. POV: You're Gen Z at Work with Ang Richard | Navigating the School to Work Transition & Cultivating Intergenerational Harmony

    JAN 26

    POV: You're Gen Z at Work with Ang Richard | Navigating the School to Work Transition & Cultivating Intergenerational Harmony

    The Gen Z experience in the world of work today is nothing short of... Chaotic? Contradictory? Overwhelming? Way too difficult for no reason? Fill in the blank. Gen Z career coach, entrepreneur, TedX speaker, and LinkedIn Top Voice Ang Richard joins Career Composer for a candid conversation about the challenges we face in the world of work today and how to navigate them. And, how our unique strengths make us best equipped to handle whatever's thrown at us! We cover: The transition from school to work and why it's so difficultAng's tips for success in your first 90 days on the jobHow to make a great first impression in your first full-time job (and in any new role!)How to cultivate harmony and collaboration in intergenerational workplaces (Hint: it's all about communication!)Why Gen Z is so amazing!!!Let us know if you resonate with this episode in the comments! We see you, we hear you, and we're sending you all good vibes on your career journey. Ang's Socials: IG / TikTok: @earlycareercorner LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/angela-richard/ Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposer YouTube: @careercomposer Email: careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com ASK ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

    37 min
  6. How to Follow Up After Applying for a Job

    JAN 19

    How to Follow Up After Applying for a Job

    Happy Monday! I can't tell you the amount of times I've been asked: "How do I follow up after applying for a job?" Today, I'm answering ALL of your questions and sharing why the traditional career guidance is no longer relevant in today's job market. We cover: When you should follow upHow to know who to contact (and whether you should email or LinkedIn message)What to SAY!!!Don't worry about sending the "perfect" email - the important thing is that you put yourself out there and take the necessary step to stand out in a competitive market. Follow @CareerComposer on Instagram to get my FREE email template for following up with employers!  Thanks for listening! Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposer YouTube: @careercomposer Email: careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com ASK ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

    13 min
  7. How to Apply for Jobs FAST

    JAN 12

    How to Apply for Jobs FAST

    Happy Monday! If you desperately need to get your job applications out there, or even if it's your first time job searching -- this episode is FOR YOU! Erin explains the Top 5 steps job seekers need to take to properly apply for jobs, AND how to apply faster than ever before. Don't miss this episode if you're job searching in today's competitive market!  Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposer YouTube: @careercomposer Email: careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com ASK ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

    22 min
  8. New Year New Career: How to Set Career Goals for the Year!

    JAN 5

    New Year New Career: How to Set Career Goals for the Year!

    Welcome back to Career Composer for our first episode of 2026! In this episode, we talk about how to set and achieve career goals for the year. This episode is 2 parts -- getting in the right mindset (creating your career vision board) and mapping out realistic, achievable goals. Anything can happen this year! In this episode: Getting in the right mindset for a fresh startCreating a conceptual vision board for your life and careerSetting actionable, realistic career goalsStaying motivated and avoiding burnoutThings to remember (and avoid) as you work towards your goalsQuote to remember: “The world is an opportunity to validate your greatness.” -- Alex Toussaint (my favorite Peloton instructor!) Wishing you an amazing year! Get my FREE Job Application Tracker! Socials: Instagram, TikTok, X/Twitter, Threads: @careercomposer YouTube: @careercomposer Email: careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com ASK ERIN (FREE!): Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com to get started. Use "ASK ERIN" in the subject line! 1:1 Career Coaching Services: Email Erin at careercomposerpodcast@gmail.com for information about her coaching services! Use "1:1 Career Coaching" in the subject line.

    31 min
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Gen Z deserves better career advice — from someone who knows what you’re going through and also happens to be a full-time career coach! I’m Erin, and I’m helping YOU, Gen Z professionals, write your OWN career story. I’m giving you the job search and career advice you need to GET THAT JOB, but we’ll also talk about how to grow in our careers and figure out what we’re MEANT to do. Career Composer was born from my love of music and careers, but more importantly, my belief that we can build careers we're proud of while staying true to who we are. Ready? Let's go.

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  • Creator
    Erin Ahart
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2026
  • Episodes
    21
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Erin Ahart
  • Show Website
    Career Composer