The Career Catalyst With Heather Austin
Welcome to The Career Catalyst with Heather Austin! This is a dynamic podcast for ambitious professionals who are ready to unpack the layers of the job market and land a life-changing job offer. You'll gain the insights, strategies, and inspiration you need to navigate the job market confidently and secure the career of your dreams.
Each episode contains a blend of expert advice, insider tips, and actionable strategies to not only survive but thrive in your professional journey.
Whether you're looking to make a big career change, climb the corporate ladder, or simply find more fulfillment in your current role, this podcast will equip you with the tools and confidence to take control of your career path.
From crafting standout resumes and acing job interviews to mastering LinkedIn networking and negotiating the salary you deserve, The Career Catalyst is your go-to resource for all things career development. Let's embark on this journey together to build the careers we want and deserve, one empowering episode at a time.
Episodes
23 episodes
The Perfect Resume Format for Beating ATS in 2025 | FREE TEMPLATE DOWNLOAD | EP022
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STOP Copying ChatGPT Resumes | DO THIS INSTEAD IN 2025! | EP021
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Write a JOB-WINNING ATS Resume in SECONDS with ChatGPT & AI (2025 Guide!!) | EP020
Writing a resume in 2025? If you’re not using AI, you’re already behind. But here’s the catch—most job seekers are using it the WRONG way, and it’s actually hurting their chances of getting hired. In this video, you'll learn:✔ 6 powerfu...
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11:01
Full LinkedIn Tutorial For Beginners (2025 Update!) | Fix Your Profile & Get Noticed! | EP019
Is your LinkedIn profile helping you land job opportunities—or keeping you invisible to recruiters and your network? If you’re not getting noticed, you’re likely missing key optimization strategies that make your profile stand out in 2025. In t...
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46:02
Create An ATS-FRIENDLY Resume For The 2025 Job Market | BEST Resume Template & AI Prompts | EP018
Want to land more job interviews in 2025? Your resume needs to pass the Applicant Tracking System (ATS) and grab recruiters' attention FAST. In this episode, I’ll show you how to create an ATS-friendly resume that gets noticed—without the guess...
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12:44
Your Cover Letter Is COSTING You Jobs – Here's How To Fix It In Minutes! | EP017
Struggling to land interviews? Your cover letter might be the reason—or maybe you’re skipping it altogether. In this video, I’ll walk you through my signature 5-part framework to craft a cover letter that grabs attention, speaks directly to wha...
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7:59
2025 LinkedIn Profile Hacks: PRO TIPS To Nail Your Job Search! LinkedIn Cheatsheet INSIDE! | EP016
An optimized LinkedIn profile works like a magnet, attracting recruiters, hiring managers, and high-quality job offers straight to your DMs. If you’re DONE scouring job boards and getting no response, or if you’re just feeling stuck in your pro...
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24:52
How To Write An Impressive ATS-Friendly Resume in 2025! A Guide To Applicant Tracking Systems | EP015
BE ONE OF THE FIRST 20 TO ENROLL IN THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT AND GET 60% OFF: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit-offer-first-20/Let’s be ...
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REVEALED: 7 BEST LinkedIn Profile Tips - Make a BETTER LinkedIn Profile In Minutes! | EP014
Over the past 8 years, I’ve helped hundreds of thousands of professionals land more interviews and better job offers with one game-changing tool: LinkedIn! Just ask Eric, who applied for 10 positions and scored interviews with all 10 companies!...
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Transform Your Resume In 6 Minutes - Proven ATS Resume Formatting Hacks | EP013
Is your resume stuck in the dreaded “no response” zone leaving you wondering why employers aren’t showing interest? If your resume keeps vanishing after you hit ‘submit,’ it’s likely getting tripped up by the ATS (Applicant Tracking Syste...
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WARNING: Fake Job Postings Are On The Rise! Beware Of This SCAM! | EP012
If you’re deep in the job search, you’ve probably come across those frustrating fake job postings. You know, the ones where employers post jobs with no intention of actually filling them. It’s not just you – this is a real problem, and it’s imp...
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The Job Market Is Broken! Why Getting A Job Feels Impossible Right Now | EP011
Feeling like the job market is impossible right now? Even with multiple degrees and certifications, job hunting can be exhausting, no matter your experience level. Maybe you’re only getting one reply for every 50 applications, yet the news insi...
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16:25
EXPOSING The Hidden Job Market! 3 Insider Secrets To Land Unlisted Jobs | EP010
Did you know that 85% of positions are filled through networking and an astonishing 70% are never publicly advertised? So why do we waste time scrolling through job boards only to be ignored by recruiters? Well it’s time to tap into the hidden ...
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27:31
Turn Job Rejections Into Job Offers - 7 Steps to COMPLETE Career Clarity | EP009
Does it seem like employers are getting more selective about their candidates? Or that the quality of job postings are getting worse? It's undeniable that we are in the middle of an employer-driven job market. So how can you stand out fro...
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12:18
LinkedIn Job Search Tutorial 2024 | Step by Step Guide For Beginners | EP 008
Are you wondering how to use LinkedIn’s job search features effectively? Things like job alerts or the ability to apply directly through the site? What about reading job descriptions and understanding what employers really want? Many people enc...
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How To Write An IMPRESSIVE Resume with NO Experience | EP 007
Are you ready to give up on your resume before you even start, either because you have little or no work experience or because you’re starting to realize how little you bring to the table? Well don’t throw in the towel just yet. In this episode...
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Why You're Not Landing Job Offers! Critical Job Search MISTAKES To Avoid | EP 006
Are you feeling like you're throwing your resume into a big black hole, applying left and right to jobs, regardless of whether they seem too ambitious or frankly, a bit below your skill level? Maybe you’ve tweaked your resume more times than yo...
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Why You Still Need A Cover Letter & How ChatGPT Can Help You Write One In Minutes | EP 005
Does the thought of making a cover letter make you want to curl up in a ball or hide in a hole? You might even be wondering if a cover letter is needed in today's job market. In this episode, I'm sharing all the goods including:Why ...
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How To Get Started On LinkedIn in 2024 - 9 Beginner Steps Revealed | EP 004
Wondering how to properly build out your LinkedIn profile or how to capture and convey your skills professionally on the platform? What about developing stronger relationships with others in your field? Or better yet, becoming a thought leader,...
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7:45
How to Land Unlisted Jobs in 3 EASY Steps | EP 003
Tired of endlessly scrolling through job boards with no luck? Feel like your applications vanish into a black hole, never to be seen again? Believe it or not, traditional job search methods just aren't cutting it anymore and the com...
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6:45
3 Big Career Mistakes To Avoid In 2024 - Foolish Regrets No One Is Talking About | EP 002
Are you feeling stuck or unsatisfied in your current job but don’t know why? Or maybe you’ve been on the lookout for that promotion or pay bump, but it doesn’t seem to be coming. It could be that along the way you’ve made some massive missteps ...
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How To Write An ATS-Friendly Resume Using ChatGPT in 2024 | EP 001
Are you hitting a wall with your resume, wondering why it's not getting the traction you expected in your job hunt? Could it be getting lost in the maze of the Applicant Tracking Systems, also known as ATS? Well, it might be time to switch up y...
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10:20
Massive Job Market Trends Impacting Job Seekers in 2024 | EP 000
In this episode, we dive into the dynamic shifts and emerging trends that are redefining the job market in 2024. With an insightful exploration into the future of work, I'm sharing crucial strategies and mindset shifts required to thrive in an ...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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