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• 27. Friction-Free Referrals: How to Help your Helpers 29.06.2026 16min

  Referrals can be game-changers in the job search, particularly if they come from people who know you and can recommend you to a hiring manager or recruiter. Here are 5 easy ways to make that interaction as friction-free as possible. Set up a calendar system. Here are a few to try: Cal.com, Tidycal, Cal.zoHave a resume ready to send at a moment's notice - even from your phoneProvide a short list of job titles that you're looking for.Develop an elevator pitch that tells someone in ~30 sec...
• 26. Sharing Your Story When It's... Complicated 22.06.2026 13min

  How do you tell the story when it's complicated? Whether you were laid off, fired for performance reasons, or something different, you need to have a short, simple answer that quickly shifts the discussion back to why you're the best person for the job. Tune in to get some hints on how to write your own story - and move on. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call. Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn
• 25. How Long Will the Job Search Take? 15.06.2026 10min

  The job search isn't a sprint. It isn't a marathon. It is a race of undetermined length. Erika talks about the challenges of not knowing how long it will be, shares some 2026 statistics, and gives you ideas for how to estimate yours, as well as how to stay resilient for a longer search. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call. Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn
• 24. Is Your Next Job a 1099? 08.06.2026 23min

  In this episode, Erika shares what it means to take a 1099 consulting/contract job vs. a permanent full-time W-2 job. She breaks some myths, shares why now may be the right time to consider a 1099, and gives ideas for how to find one, including the website oncontracting.com. Whether you're looking to get back to work as quickly as possible, or just want to better understand the options, you'll definitely learn something. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career R...
• 23. In-Person Interviews are Back: How to Prep 01.06.2026 20min

  In-person interviews are back! In this episode, Erika shares how they may actually be to your advantage - and how to deal with the challenges. What to wear, how to prep, and what to pay attention to. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call. Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn
• 22. Just Laid Off? Here's your Checklist for What to Do Next. (It's not your Resume) 25.05.2026 24min

  When you face the shock of a layoff, the first inclination is frequently to update the resume, let the world know, and start applying to jobs. This episode encourages you to rethink that plan. There are lots of important activities that will help you show up as your best self for your job search. Don't skip them! Get your house in orderTake a breakCreate healthy habitsFind your peopleSet a plan to stay current in your industryLearn something newIf you still have access, save your own fi...
• 21. "ATS Score is a Myth" - The Truth about Resume Tailoring with Sam Wright from Huntr 18.05.2026 41min

  In this episode, Erika interviews Sam Wright, Head of Career Strategy for Huntr, an AI-powered tool for the job search. While the job search often lacks data to inform your decisions, Huntr is actually able to analyze what they've seen in the 1.7 million job applications across 60,000 searches in their tool. We get into which job boards produce the best application to interview conversion rates, why ATS scores are a myth, and what a good resume actually looks like. We also discuss why the une...
• 20. Rejection is a Feature, Not a Bug in the Job Search: The Math Behind the Impersonal No 11.05.2026 13min

  Rejection is one of the two most common responses you'll get to any job application (silence is the other). No matter who you are. No matter how well qualified you are. No matter what your title, level, or industry. In today's episode, we break down, the reasons behind the rejection, how to handle it, and what you can learn from it to change the outcome the next time. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Applicat...
• 19. PQ Saboteur: The HYPER-VIGILANT Keeps You Safe (and Stuck) in the Job Search 08.05.2026 15min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 18. PQ Saboteur: The HYPER-RATIONAL Knows It Has the Right Answer (Why Doesn't Everyone Agree?) 07.05.2026 9min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 17. PQ Saboteur: The HYPER-ACHIEVER Thinks More Work (or Certs or Degrees) Is Always the Right Answer 06.05.2026 10min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 16. PQ Saboteur: The CONTROLLER Bristles at their Lack of Control in the Job Search 05.05.2026 11min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 15. PQ Saboteur: The RESTLESS Can't Stop Chasing the Next Shiny Object (or Job) 04.05.2026 13min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 14. PQ Saboteur: The VICTIM Wants to Know Why Me? 01.05.2026 8min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 13. PQ Saboteur: The (People) Pleaser Struggles to Ask Others for Help in the Job Search 30.04.2026 11min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 12. PQ Saboteur: The STICKLER (aka the Perfectionist) Wants the Job Market to Follow their Rules 29.04.2026 11min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 11. PQ Saboteur: The AVOIDER Procrastinates the Job Search 28.04.2026 11min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 10. PQ Saboteur: The JUDGE Judges Everyone and Everything About the Job Search 27.04.2026 13min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episod...
• 9. Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform Your Job Search 20.04.2026 23min

  Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this episode, we take a deep dive on mental fitness so you can always show up with your mind in the best place. Erika was first attracted to the Positive Intelligence (PQ) because she saw its powerful results to shift her own thinking. She became a Certified Positive Intelligence Coach (CPQC) because the framework is grounded in neuroscience and psychology. In this first of a 10-part episode, she introduces a...
• 8. Stop Chasing Confidence. Start Building Courage. 13.04.2026 25min

  Confidence is defined as 1) a faith or belief that one will act in a right, proper or effective way and 2) the quality or state of being certain. When it comes ot the job search, we frequently lack the faith, belief, or certainty needed for confidence. And that's where courage - the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger comes in. With a job market unlike any you've experienced, you need to start building courage. And that starts with changing y...