We’re Not in Kansas Anymore: The Big Job Search Shift Happening Right Now | #147

 

If the job market feels unfamiliar or "new" to you right now, you're not wrong. Today’s conversation unpacks the shift happening beneath the surface of hiring and how you can think about your materials to bring your best foot forward. 

More importantly, this episode reframes the moment we’re in. When the market shifts, opportunity opens first for those who understand the change early. This is about learning how to position yourself clearly, intentionally, and strategically so you can stay ahead of the curve.

 

You’ll learn:

✔ Why today’s job market feels so different than it did just a few years ago

✔ How AI is changing what hiring systems look for beyond keywords

✔ What “clarity” really means in the modern job search

✔ Why consistency across your resume, LinkedIn, and story matters

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Patricia Ortega is known for teaching a strategic, emotionally intelligent approach to job searching that emphasizes clarity over activity, quality over quantity, and positioning over credentials—helping mid-career professionals rise above crowded applicant pools and land aligned roles faster.