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The Career Catalyst With Heather Austin

The Career Catalyst With Heather Austin

Written by: Heather Austin
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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.

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Episodes
  • How To Use LinkedIn For Beginners In 2026 - NEW TUTORIAL | EP030
    Nov 25 2025

    ✅ THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT: AI EDITION 👉 https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit-ai-flash-youtube/

    ✅ THE ULTIMATE LINKEDIN PROFILE CHECKLIST 👉 https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/linkedin-checklist/

    Your LinkedIn profile is your digital first impression and recruiters are absolutely checking it before they decide to interview you. The tricky part? Most job seekers treat LinkedIn like a copy-paste résumé, and that’s quietly costing them interviews and opportunities.

    In this episode, I’m walking you through the 7 essential sections you must optimize if you want a profile that gets noticed and helps you land your ideal job. We’ll cover:

    👉 Professional Headshot
    👉 Your LinkedIn Headline
    👉 The About Summary
    👉 Work Experience
    👉 Education & Training
    👉 Skills & Endorsements
    👉 Recommendations

    These areas make up the core of a standout LinkedIn profile in and I’ll show you exactly what to update, what to avoid, and how to position yourself so recruiters want to reach out.

    And because I want to help you stay prepared and confident, I’ve put together my Career Advancement Toolkit AI Edition! Packed with my best resume templates, LinkedIn scripts, and AI-powered prompts to boost your job search strategy. The first 20 people to grab it using this link: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit-ai-flash-youtube/ will get access to an exclusive offer, just for this community.

    Let's keep the conversation going — What's one action step you'll take today to improve your LinkedIn profile? I’d love to hear from you. Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

    Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

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    16 mins
  • URGENT! 4 Job Search Tips You Need to Know to Stop Getting Rejected | EP029
    Oct 14 2025

    ✅ THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT: AI EDITION 👉 https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit-ai-flash-youtube/

    ✅ 25 POWERFUL AI PROMPTS FOR JOB SEEKERS 👉 https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/prompts/

    If your job search feels exhausting, overwhelming, and like nothing is working - know that you’re not the only one feeling this way. You’re applying to anything that might fit… tweaking your resume at the last minute… and crossing your fingers for a reply.

    But here’s the problem: when you apply to everything, you stand out nowhere. A scattered job search doesn’t just waste your time, it drains your energy, leads to burnout, and sends a clear signal to employers that you’re not intentional.

    In this episode, I’ll show you how the most successful job seekers are getting real traction by narrowing their focus and following a smarter plan. We’re diving deep into:

    ▶️ How to build a target list of 10–20 companies you actually want to work for.
    ▶️ How to research and connect with key decision-makers on LinkedIn .
    ▶️ How to personalize your resume and outreach messages so they actually get read.

    And because I want to help you stay prepared and confident, I’ve put together my Career Advancement Toolkit AI Edition! Packed with my best resume templates, LinkedIn scripts, and AI-powered prompts to boost your job search strategy. The first 20 people to grab it using this link: https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit-ai-flash-youtube/ will get access to an exclusive offer, just for this community.

    Let's keep the conversation going — What's one action step you'll take today to improve your job search? I’d love to hear from you. Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

    Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

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    7 mins
  • How the Top 1% of Candidates Land Interviews | While Everyone Else Gets Ghosted | EP028
    Jul 29 2025

    ✅ THE CAREER ADVANCEMENT TOOLKIT FLASH OFFER 👉 https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/toolkit-youtube/

    ✅ 25 POWERFUL AI PROMPTS FOR JOB SEEKERS 👉 https://professorheatheraustin.lpages.co/prompts/

    The biggest mistake job seekers make today? Thinking more applications mean more interviews. That approach is broken and it’s exactly why so many people are getting ghosted. But the top candidates? They’re doing things differently.

    In this episode, I’m breaking down exactly what the top 1% of candidates are doing differently to land interviews while everyone else gets ghosted.

    Here’s what you’ll learn:

    ✅ Why relying only on job boards keeps you stuck in a sea of resumes
    ✅ How generic applications fail ATS filters (and what to do instead)
    ✅ Why following up strategically makes all the difference
    ✅ My 3-part Competitive Edge Framework to help you get noticed and land interviews

    Let's keep the conversation going — What do you think matters more, a polished resume or strong networking? I’d love to hear from you. Connect with me on YouTube and LinkedIn and visit my website for even more detailed career and job search strategies.

    Thanks for tuning into the Career Catalyst Podcast! If you found these insights helpful, remember to subscribe, rate, and review this podcast. Until next time, keep striving for excellence and never settle for less than you deserve. I’ll see you in the next episode!

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    7 mins
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