Career Unmapped is a podcast that helps you navigate today’s ever-changing job market with confidence - because careers don’t come with GPS. Hosted by Brandi and Maggie, we explore the twists, turns, and surprises of modern careers—where technology, AI, and shifting industries are rewriting the rules. Each episode offers practical insights, real stories, and actionable strategies to help you chart your own path forward.
The conversation explores the impact of AI on the job market and career development, emphasizing the distinction between job and career, the evolving nature of skills, and the responsible use of AI in hiring. It also addresses the fear of falling behind in AI knowledge and the practical application of AI in everyday life. The conversation explores the impact of AI on careers and the evolving role of technology in the workplace. It emphasizes the importance of personalizing AI, learning from mistakes, and adapting to new tools. The discussion also delves into the value of human judgment, creativity, and adaptability in the face of technological advancements.
Takeaways
AI is changing jobs, but not necessarily making entire careers disappear.
The value of human judgment and expertise remains crucial in the age of AI. Personalize AI and have fun with it
Adaptability and judgment are key in the age of AI
Chapters
00:00 The Impact of AI on Jobs and Careers
03:12 The Evolving Nature of Skills and Expertise
14:17 Responsible Use of AI in Hiring
18:55 Fear of Falling Behind in AI Knowledge
23:20 Personalizing AI and Learning from Mistakes
24:03 Adaptability and AI in Interviews
25:35 AI Literacy and Career Exploration
26:43 The Human Element in AI
27:55 Value Proposition and Career Development
28:54 Preparing for the Future of Work
30:10 The Changing Landscape of Work
31:01 Adapting to Technological Change
32:15 The Future of Careers in the Age of AI
33:06 Navigating Career Changes with AI
34:19 The Role of Human Judgment in Work
35:02 Adapting to Changing Work Dynamics
36:16 Preparing for Career Evolution
37:00 The Value of Human Contribution
38:20 AI and the Future of Work
39:48 Driving Your Career in the Age of AI
7 Jul 2026
Episode 6: How to Network - And Why It Matters
The conversation delves into the complexities of networking, emphasizing the importance of authentic connections and the impact of networking on career success. It explores the strategies of 'gardening' and 'fishing' in networking, providing practical tips for effective networking and the significance of timing in networking efforts.
Takeaways
Authentic connections are key to successful networking.
Consistency and manageable goals are crucial for effective networking strategies.
Chapters
00:00 The Notorious Networking
11:59 Practical Networking Strategies
19:29 When to Network
4 May 2026
Episode 5: How to Get Recruiters to Find You Without Applying
The conversation explores the significance of personal branding in the modern job market, with a focus on leveraging LinkedIn and AI tools for effective personal branding. It delves into the specific strategies for early career professionals, career switchers, and long-term career individuals, emphasizing the importance of intentional engagement and storytelling in personal branding.
Takeaways
Personal branding is essential for job seekers
LinkedIn is a crucial platform for personal branding
Chapters
00:00 The Importance of Personal Branding in Today's Job Market
06:25 Using AI Tools for Personal Branding as a Career Switcher
11:48 Maintaining a Mature Personal Brand
2 Mar 2026
Episode 4: A Recruiter Tells You What You're Getting Wrong About the Job Hunt
The conversation covers various aspects of the recruiting process, including the role of recruiters, the daily activities of a recruiter, what makes a successful candidate, the fastest ways candidates knock themselves out of the process, using AI in recruiting, and the relevance of cover letters in the hiring process. The conversation covers the importance of tailoring resumes for different roles, the timing of compensation discussions, the recruiter's role in candidate evaluation, the recruiter's advocacy for candidates, the recruiter's perspective on hiring decisions, and the recruiter's insights on job applications.
Takeaways
Recruiters are not gatekeepers, but rather translators who partner with hiring teams to make decisions.
A successful day for a recruiter is defined by filling roles and meeting quotas. Multiple resumes for different roles
Timing of compensation discussion
Chapters
00:00 Introduction to Recruiting
05:05 Recruiter's Daily Activities
13:22 Fastest Ways Candidates Knock Themselves Out of the Process
22:00 Cover Letters in the Hiring Process
29:14 Recruiter's Role in Candidate Evaluation
36:14 Recruiter's Insights on Job Application
8 Dec 2025
Episode 3: How to Write a Resume That Gets Interviews
If your resume isn’t getting you interviews, this episode is your turning point.
In Episode 3 of Career Unmapped, Brandi and Maggie break down the exact steps to creating a resume that actually stands out in today’s job market—not the prettiest resume, not the “perfect” template, but the one that shows your value clearly and gets you seen.
You’ll learn:
✨ Why your first step should be building an “Atlas Resume” (and how it changes everything)
✨ How to uncover what truly makes you unique—even if bragging feels weird
✨ The lazy-girl method for quantifying your impact (without exact numbers)
✨ How to tailor your resume to any job description in minutes using ChatGPT
If you’ve rewritten your resume 47 times and still feel stuck, this episode will finally show you what to fix—and how to do it fast.
🎧 Hit play and create a resume that actually gets you interviews.
27 Oct 2025
Episode 2: This is Why You’re Getting Ghosted
Applying for jobs but never hearing back? It’s not you—it’s the system. Brandi and Maggie uncover the 3 reasons your applications aren’t getting seen (and how to fix them). From timing to resumes to AI, learn how to finally beat the ghosting game and land that interview.
25 Aug 2025
Episode 1: This is Not Your Parent’s Job Market
Finding a job today feels harder than ever—and for good reason. In this episode, Maggie and Brandi break down why the job search has become such a long, stressful process, what’s changed in the market, and how AI is reshaping the roles companies need. You’ll hear real stories, fresh data, and practical strategies to help you start your search with clarity and confidence. From industry research hacks to using GenAI tools like ChatGPT, this episode gives you a new map for navigating your career journey.
25 Aug 2025
Introducing Career Unmapped
Career Unmapped is a podcast that helps you navigate today’s ever-changing job market with confidence - because careers don’t come with GPS. Hosted by Brandi and Maggie, we explore the twists, turns, and surprises of modern careers—where technology, AI, and shifting industries are rewriting the rules. Each episode offers practical insights, real stories, and actionable strategies to help you chart your own path forward.
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