Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in a Tough Job Market, with Shannon Grosswiler
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Imposter syndrome can derail even the most seasoned professionals, especially in a tough job market. On this week’s episode of Find Your Dream Job, career coach Shannon Grosswiler explains why self-doubt shows up during a job search and how it affects the way people read job descriptions, talk about their accomplishments, and decide whether to apply for roles they’re fully capable of doing. Shannon shares the common patterns she sees — particularly among women — and why so many talented candidates underestimate their experience or hesitate to market themselves with confidence.
Shannon also offers practical steps to rebuild your confidence and keep moving forward, from gathering LinkedIn recommendations to revisiting the moments you’re proud of and leaning on friends who see your strengths clearly. You’ll walk away knowing how to tell your story with more ease, approach applications with a calmer mindset, and keep going even when the market feels tough. If imposter feelings have been creeping in, this episode will help you reconnect with your value and take the next steps in your search.
About Our Guest:
Shannon Grosswiler coaches executives, entrepreneurs, and nonprofit professionals through career transitions.
Resources in This Episode:
Connect with Shannon on LinkedIn.
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The System to Get Your Next Job Without Burning Out, with Samorn Selim
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Job searching can be overwhelming, especially when you’re juggling work, family, and the pressure to find your next opportunity. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, career coach Samorn Selim, founder of Career Unicorns®, shares a simple but powerful system to help you get your next job without burning out. She explains how to spot the signs of job search fatigue, why clarity is the first step to success, and how to focus on what truly matters instead of trying to do everything at once.
Samorn breaks down her three-part system — clarity, strategy, and consistency — to make the process manageable and effective. You’ll learn how to narrow your focus, structure your search in small, realistic steps, and celebrate progress along the way. Whether you’re sending out endless applications or feeling stuck in a cycle of stop-and-start searching, this episode will help you approach your job search with confidence, balance, and renewed energy.
About Our Guest:
Samorn Selim is the founder of Career Unicorns
Resources in This Episode:
Connect with Samorn on LinkedIn
Check out Samorn's gratitude journal, Career Unicorns™ 90-Day 5-Minute Gratitude Journal: An Easy & Proven Way To Cultivate Mindfulness, Beat Burnout & Find Career Joy | Perfect Gift For Yourself Or Loved Ones
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Three Paths for a Career Pivot, with Charity McDonald
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Career changes are becoming a natural part of modern work life. But navigating them well can be challenging, especially in uncertain times. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, career and leadership consultant Charity McDonald shares her framework for making a successful pivot through the three paths for a career pivot: possibilities, patience, and people.
Charity explains how to expand your options by focusing on your transferable skills, managing expectations when a job search takes longer than planned, and building genuine connections that lead to new opportunities. She also offers tips for reframing rejection, staying patient amid uncertainty, and using LinkedIn to reach hiring managers in a more personal way.
About Our Guest:
Charity McDonald is an author, speaker, and career and leadership consultant.
Resources in This Episode:
Connect with Charity on LinkedIn.
Check out her new book, Women, Work & Leadership: Embracing Courage and Boldly Leading From Within
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Three Steps to Build Connection in a Job Interview, with Kacie Bail
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Many job seekers treat interviews as a series of questions to answer correctly, but doing so can make you blend in instead of stand out. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, career coach Kacie Bail explains how to turn an interview into a genuine conversation that builds trust and connection with your interviewer. She shares three practical steps: listen intently, identify conversation threads, and engage naturally with what your interviewer says. By focusing on curiosity and connection, you can show that you’re not only qualified but also someone they’ll enjoy working with.
Kacie also offers simple ways to signal understanding, ask meaningful follow-up questions, and use nonverbal cues like nodding and smiling to build rapport. You’ll learn how to adapt these techniques for both casual and highly structured interviews — and why the goal isn’t perfection, but authenticity. As Kacie reminds us, interviewers may forget your exact answers, but they’ll always remember how you made them feel.
About Our Guest:
Kacie Bail is a career coach who helps introverts and non-native English speakers get more fulfilling jobs.
Resources in This Episode:
Connect with Kacie on LinkedIn.
Visit her website, where you can Get a Free PDF on How to Ace your Interview in 7 Steps.
Sign up for Kacie’s Newsletter.
Check out Kacie’s Career Coaching for Introverts and ESL Community Meetup Group.
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The Leadership Skills You Need to Succeed in Oregon’s Tough Job Market
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On Sept. 11, we hosted our third quarterly event of 2025 in partnership with Willamette University’s Atkinson School of Management. Almost 100 people gathered for networking and a panel discussion, “The Leadership Skills You Need to Succeed in Oregon’s Tough Job Market.”
Together, the panelists shared their experiences from higher education, tech recruiting, and executive coaching, offering practical advice for job seekers navigating Oregon’s challenging job market. Attendees also had the opportunity to connect with representatives from eight tabling organizations, including educators, professional associations, and career coaches.
About Our Guest
Leah Straley, dean of Graduate Admissions for Willamette University.
Panelists
Ashley Nixon, Ph.D., dean for academic affairs and professor of human resources and organizational behavior, Willamette University
Tim Butler, principal sourcer, global talent sourcing, New Relic, Inc.
Dr. Carol Parker Walsh, JD, PhD, ACC, executive coach & leadership consultant, Carol Parker Walsh Consulting Group
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