What if the reason you’re stuck in your job search… is because you’re not actually searching at all?

In this episode, I’m breaking down why “passively looking” isn’t a strategy (it’s a comfort zone), why handing your resume to a recruiter won’t magically land you opportunities, and the subtle mindset shift that’s keeping you stuck way longer than you need to be. I’ll walk you through what an actual job search looks like and why it’s probably a lot simpler (and more doable) than you think.

By the end, you’ll see exactly where you’ve been spinning your wheels and what to do instead to start creating real momentum. If you want to stop “passively looking” and start landing real opportunities that actually move your career forward, hit play and let’s dive in.

And if you’re ready to stop “passively looking” and start running a job search that actually gets results, apply for coaching HERE and let’s build a strategy that moves you forward.

02:49 – Why Being “Open to Opportunities” Isn’t a Real Strategy

03:42 – Passive Job Searching as a Coping Mechanism (and Why It Keeps You Stuck)

05:47 – The Critical Flaw in Thinking Being Selective Means You Should Be Passive

08:03 – Why Relying on Recruiters Won’t Land You Your Next Role

10:18 – What an Active Job Search Actually Looks Like (And Why It Doesn’t Have to Be Exhausting)

11:28 – How to Be Selective AND Strategic: The Three-Ingredient Formula

14:23 – Why the “Passive” Job Search Is Dead and What to Do Instead

15:36 – What It’s Costing You to Stay Passive in Your Job Search

FREEBIES & RESOURCES:

🛎️ Actively looking for a job in Customer Success or plan to in the near future? Apply for 1:1 Coaching with me HERE

🛎️ Optimize your resume for Customer Success jobs to land consistent interviews with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/resume

🛎️ Learn how to sell yourself as the best candidate & walk into your next Customer Success job interview with confidence with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/sellyourself

🛎️ Learn how to Master Behavioral Interviews with my FREE Training: https://customer-success-career.captivate.fm/behavioral

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