Welcome to Authentic Career + Life Design!<br /><br />Are you ready to take control of your career and academic journey? Look no further! Here, I specialize in empowering individuals just like you to navigate the dynamic world of job searches, resume writing, career transitions, and academic pursuits.<br /><br />At Authentic Career + Life Design, I believe in designing your career and life with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. Whether you're a recent graduate stepping into the workforce, a seasoned professional seeking a career change, or a student planning your academic path, I've got you covered.<br /><br />Join me as I provide valuable insights, practical tips, and actionable strategies to help you achieve your goals. Let's embark on this journey together and unlock your full potential! Subscribe now and start crafting the future you deserve. It's time to take charge and create a fulfilling career and life on your terms.
Authentic Career + Life Design
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Welcome to Authentic Career + Life Design!<br /><br />Are you ready to take control of your career and academic journey? Look no further! Here, I specialize in empowering individuals just like you to navigate the dynamic world of job searches, resume writing, career transitions, and academic pursuits.<br /><br />At Authentic Career + Life Design, I believe in designing your career and life with clarity, confidence, and authenticity. Whether you're a recent graduate stepping into the workforce, a seasoned professional seeking a career change, or a student planning your academic path, I've got you covered.<br /><br />Join me as I provide valuable insights, practical tips, and actionable strategies to help you achieve your goals. Let's embark on this journey together and unlock your full potential! Subscribe now and start crafting the future you deserve. It's time to take charge and create a fulfilling career and life on your terms.
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August 14, 2025
Mastering Resume Keywords: Stand Out in a Competitive Job Market
<p>Authentic Career and Life Design</p><p>Laura Kestner-Ricketts, Career + Life Design Coach</p><p>In this episode, Laura dives into the importance of using the right keywords on your resume to navigate the challenging job market of August 2025. Discover how AI-driven automation and hiring freezes are impacting job seekers, and learn practical tips to ensure your resume gets noticed by both ATS systems and hiring managers.</p><p><strong>Chapters</strong>:</p><ul><li><p>Introduction to the Job Market - Understanding current trends and challenges</p></li><li><p>The Power of Keywords - Why they matter and how to find them</p></li><li><p>Avoiding Common Mistakes - Tips to prevent keyword stuffing and generic terms</p></li><li><p>Customizing Your Resume - The importance of tailoring your application</p></li><li><p>Resources and Next Steps - Tools and tips for further learning</p></li></ul><p><strong>Key Takeaways:</strong></p><p>Get up to speed on today’s job market—what’s working, what’s not, and why it matters for your search. I’ll show you how to pinpoint the exact keywords that can help your resume rise to the top and how to use them strategically without falling into the trap of keyword stuffing or bland, generic terms. You’ll also learn why tailoring your resume and cover letter for every application isn’t optional anymore—it’s the edge that gets you noticed.</p><p><strong>Resources:</strong></p><p>Want to see exactly how to do this for your own resume? </p><ul><li><p>Check out the blogpost: <a href="https://authentic-careers.com/2024/04/09/step-three-crafting-your-resume/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Crafting Your Resume</a></p></li><li><p>Grab my free <a href="https://authentic-careers.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/color-resume-review-checklist.pdf" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Resume Checklist</a></p></li><li><p>Check out other job search resources at <a href="https://authentic-careers.com/blog-posts/" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">authentic-careers.com/blog-posts/</a></p></li></ul><p><strong>Call to Action: </strong></p><p>If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with someone who might benefit from it. Don't forget to subscribe for more career insights!</p><ul><li><p><a href="http://facebook.com/authenticcareers" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">facebook.com/authenticcareers </a></p></li><li><p><a href="mailto:laura@authentic-careers.com" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">laura@authentic-careers.com </a></p></li><li><p><a href="http://instagram.com/authenticcareerlifedesign" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">instagram.com/authenticcareerlifedesign </a></p></li><li><p><a href="http://tiktok.com/@authenticcareer" rel="ugc noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">tiktok.com/@authenticcareer </a></p></li></ul><p><strong>Next Episode: </strong>Join us next week for the start of our 10-part series, "The Job Search Blueprint."</p>
July 21, 2025
The Power of Intention: A New Way to Approach Your Career
<p>In this episode of Authentic Career and Life Design, Laura discusses the importance of intention in career development, introducing the seven faces of intention as outlined by Dr. Wayne Dyer. She emphasizes the need to approach job searching from a place of intention rather than stress, and how this internal alignment can lead to more authentic career choices. The episode invites listeners to reflect on their intentions and offers a framework for navigating their career paths with clarity and purpose.</p><p><strong>Takeaways</strong></p><ul><li>Your next big career move begins with your intention</li><li>Pause and ask yourself what you want to be moving forward</li><li>Intention helps align your energy for career success</li><li>The seven faces of intention include creativity, kindness, love, beauty, expansion, unlimited abundance, and receptivity.</li><li>Internal alignment is often overlooked in traditional job search advice</li><li>Operating from intention leads to clearer decisions and authentic choices</li><li>Reflect on the intention you want to carry into your career</li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong>Chapters</strong> </p><p>00:00 The Power of Intention</p><p>01:24 Reframing Job Search Strategies</p><p>02:45 The Seven Faces of Intention</p><p>04:48 Internal Alignment in Career Development</p><p>06:12 Invitation to Reflect on Intention</p><p><strong>BONUS</strong>: A free downloadable worksheet with reflection prompts and career action steps. <strong>Download:</strong> <a href="https://authentic-careers.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Set-Your-Career-Intention-Worksheet.pdf">Set Your Career Intention worksheet</a><strong>Want More?</strong></p><ul><li><strong>Subscribe</strong> to the blog at <a href="https://authentic-careers.com/">authentic-careers.com</a><strong> </strong>to get each new post in your inbox</li><li><strong>Prefer to read about this episode?</strong> Check out the <a href="https://authentic-careers.com/2025/07/20/the-power-of-intention/" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferer">blog post and companion worksheet</a></li><li><strong>Download:</strong> <a href="https://authentic-careers.com/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Set-Your-Career-Intention-Worksheet.pdf">Set Your Career Intention worksheet</a></li><li><strong>Ready to take action?</strong> <a href="https://authentic-careers.com/discovery"><strong>Book a free discovery call</strong></a></li></ul>
September 21, 2024
You Can’t Step in the Same River Twice: Embracing Change While Creating Coherence
<b>Are you feeling out of sync with your career or life? </b><br /><b></b><br /><b>Discover how to realign your actions with your evolving values in our latest blog post and podcast episode!</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>In this insightful discussion, we explore the ancient Greek metaphor "You can't step into the same river twice" and how it relates to finding coherence in your ever-changing life. Learn how to embrace change, make practical adjustments, and stay connected to your core values even when faced with challenges.</b><br /><b></b><br /><b>✨ Highlights:</b><ul><li>Understanding the flow of change and coherence</li><li>Practical activities for realigning your values and actions</li><li>Real-life stories of overcoming frustration and finding purpose</li></ul><b>Tune in to our podcast and check out the blog post for actionable tips and inspiring stories. Let’s navigate the river of change together and create a life that truly resonates with who you are!</b><br /><b>🔗 https://authentic-careers.com/2024/09/15/coherence/<br />🎧 YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=cWrSkW-UvF0</b><br /><b><br />#CareerDevelopment #LifeDesign #PersonalGrowth #Coherence #Podcast #Blog #YouCantStepIntoTheSameRiverTwice</b>
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