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Career Warrior Podcast
by Let's Eat, Grandma Resume Services
Chris Villanueva, CEO & Co-Founder of Let's Eat, Grandma resume service, proudly hosts the Career Warrior Podcast for job seekers of all backgrounds. You will hear job-hunting strategies from industry leaders, resume experts, and top coaches to help guide you through your career. This show retells the stories and struggles of job seekers, industry professionals, and brave startup founders. Hear about their career pitfalls and how they climbed out of them in these episodes. The Career Warrior Podcast covers the best career-related content by discussing all topics relevant to all entry-level applicants, mid-career candidates, and high-level executives - from the ideal resume page formatting to writing a resignation letter. We want you to become the best professional you can be in your career! Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:gr
Episodes
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#405) Apple Store Creator Ron Johnson on Retail, Human Connection, and Your Job Search
GET THE BOOK, SHOP DIFFERENT: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/shop-different-ron-johnsonzander-nethercutt?variant=44771032498210 What if the biggest career advantage in the AI era isn’t better technology—but better human connection? As AI automates more of our work, the people who rise…
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#403) Young Professional? Here's How to Get Hired in 2026 | Scott Stirrett
In today’s job market, young professionals are facing a new level of uncertainty. Unemployment among recent graduates is rising, AI is changing white-collar jobs, and getting through ATS and AI-powered hiring filters can feel harder than ever. So how do you actually get hired? In this episode of...
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#402) Personal Branding for People Who Hate Self-Promotion | Vanessa Errecarte
Personal branding, self-promotion, getting noticed. If those phrases make you uncomfortable, you are not alone. Self-promotion is often feels strange, possibly because of others’ perceptions of us, fear of rejection, or fear of failure. I know many of you job seekers know the importance of...
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#401) ‘Stability’ No Longer Exists | Build a Mission-Driven Career | Arun Gupta
Careers were once built for a stable world, but today’s tech disruption and economic pressures call for a new level of resilience. Job seekers of all levels now seek careers with purpose and impact, no longer defining success around credentials or prestige. Leading tech investor-turned-Georgetown...
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#400) The Latest Jobs Report | A LinkedIn Formula That Works
Wanna connect on LinkedIn?: www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw Want a free resume critique?: www.letseatgrandma.com April and May delivered strong hiring numbers, but June brought a noticeable cooldown, with just 57,000 jobs added. Hospitality took a hit, losing 61,000 jobs, while private...
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#399) How to Stand Out on Your Resume (Without Lying)
Should you lie on your resume to get ahead? Spend five minutes on Reddit and you’ll see it everywhere: people asking if they should inflate numbers, fake certifications, stretch job titles, or take credit for work they barely touched. In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, Chris tackles…
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#398) Answering Reddit's Biggest Resume Questions (AI, ATS, Resume Lies & More)
-Should you ever lie on your resume? -Do ATS systems really require you to tailor your resume for every application? -Should you include a headshot, use colors, or list volunteer experience? In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, Chris answers some of the most upvoted resume questions…
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#397) 4,000 Cisco Layoffs? Job Market News & How to Adapt Your Resume in 2026
In this episode, we break down the latest job market news shaping the Summer 2026 hiring landscape. Cisco recently announced 4,000 layoffs while shifting toward AI-driven services, highlighting a broader trend of companies restructuring their workforce. But the headlines don’t tell the full…
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#396) From Burnout to Joy at Work: Why Stress Isn’t a Success Strategy (with Amy Leneker)
Burnout is often treated like a badge of honor—but what if constant stress is actually sabotaging your performance? In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, Chris Villanueva sits down with leadership advisor and former C-suite executive Amy Leneker, who once experienced over 100...
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#395) Stand Out in a Sea of AI Resumes
AI resume builders are everywhere. And while they promise the “perfect resume in 2 minutes,” something interesting is happening in the job market: resumes are starting to look exactly the same. In this episode, Chris Villanueva, Founder and CEO of Let’s Eat, Grandma, breaks down what recruiters…
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#394) Your Job Search: Effort Doesn’t Guarantee Results | Fix Your Mentality First | Diana Pagano
Your Job Search: Effort Doesn’t Guarantee Results | Fix Your Mentality First When ambitious professionals hit a plateau, the instinct is simple: work harder. Add more hours. Push through. But according to my next guest, Diana Pagano, that reflex often backfires. She argues that “work harder” is...
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#393) Nice Girls Don’t Get the Corner Office | An Interview with Dr. Lois Frankel
This episode is for our Career Warrior Women. Since 2004, Dr. Lois P. Frankel’s New York Times bestseller has been an essential resource for women seeking advice and empowerment to stop sabotaging their careers and get ahead in the workplace. This completely updated and revised vital new 3rd...
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#392) How to Use AI Responsibly In Your Job Search: 6 Techniques
AI is everywhere in the job search—and it’s being marketed like crazy. But if you’ve tried using it, you know the truth: it’s confusing, overwhelming, and easy to misuse. In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, Chris Villanueva—Founder & CEO of Let’s Eat, Grandma—pulls back the curtain on...
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#391) Lessons from 250,000 Trained Leaders | Ashley Herd, Former McKinsey Head of HR
Most leaders strive for this praise but are thrown into the deep end - responsible for up to 260 meetings a year and expected to know how to motivate teams, navigate tough conversations, and drive results with little guidance. This episode is all about becoming leadership. So if you’re trying to...
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#390) Why Your Resume Isn’t Getting Interviews Anymore | Top Mistakes in 2026
AI tools are everywhere. Resume templates are getting longer. Applications are easier than ever to submit. And yet—fewer people are getting interviews. In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, we break down what’s quietly going wrong on modern resumes—and why “doing what everyone else is...
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#389) 5 Ways to Hit the Ground Running in 2026
As we kick off a new year, it’s not enough to hope things get better at work—you need a plan. In this episode, we break down 5 practical ways to hit the ground running, whether you’re staying put, eyeing a promotion, or quietly preparing for your next move. The job market has shifted, managers…
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#388) How to Stop Settling and Finally Choose Work You Want | George Appling
Are you feeling stuck, overworked, or like your career is moving without intention? In this episode, I sit down with George Appling, author of Don’t Settle: A Pick-Your-Path Guide to Intentional Work, to explore how you can design a career that actually fits your values, strengths, and goals. We...
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#387) Why the End of the Year Is One of the Best Times to Get Hired | Dr. Eric Woodard
This is the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is not only to help you land your dream job but to help you live your best life! Today we’re going to talk about why the End of the Year Is One of the Best Times to Get Hired. But today we’re not just here to talk about…
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#386) How to Write a Resume for ATS in 2026: AI’s Sweeping Changes and What Still Matters
Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are evolving fast — and job seekers need to keep up. In this episode, Chris Villanueva, CEO of Let’s Eat, Grandma Resume Service, breaks down how AI is reshaping the way resumes are read, ranked, and filtered before they ever reach human eyes. You’ll learn how to...
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#385) This is How AI is Changing the Job Search Game
AI is changing the job search game — fast. Layoffs are making headlines, recruiters are turning to automation, and job seekers are using ChatGPT to generate resumes and cover letters at lightning speed. But in a world of less personalization and more noise, how do you stand out? In this episode,...
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#384) How I Landed 5 Job Offers in a Recession | Sonal Bahl
In this rebooted episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, we’re revisiting one of our most inspiring conversations — with international career strategist Sonal Bahl. Sonal isn’t your average career coach. With nearly two decades of global HR leadership experience at companies like GE and PwC — and...
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#383) Coming Back Strong: Staying Relevant in a Rapidly Changing World
We have a special episode replay that deserves special attention today. We’ll discuss how to adapt to rapid changes in the world, which can save your career. Today I brought on Fawn Germer, a four-time Pulitzer Prize nominee and best-selling author of nine books including an Oprah book. Fawn is a...
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#382) Let’s Make Your Job Search a Success | Susan Levine
Today's episode is about hope during uncertainty -- as well as how to set goals in a meaningful way. This popular episode rerun features Susan Levine, Founder and CEO of Career Group Companies. Susan is an expert in creating meaningful professional connections and curating quality career matches...
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#381) Hiring Freezes, Politics, and Robots: Welcome to the 2025 Job Market
The latest BLS report just wiped nearly a million jobs off the books through revisions, AI is creeping further into the workplace, and the headlines aren’t exactly comforting with political unrest on the rise. But if you’re on the job hunt, this isn’t the time to freeze. In this minisode, we…
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#380) How Recruiters Use LinkedIn (and What Job Seekers Must Do) | Michael Goldberg
Today I brought on Michael Goldberg, CEO and Founder of Hiring Transformed. Michael is a Recruiting Strategist, Candidate Experience Advocate, and Recruiting Data Nut. With extensive experience in talent acquisition and recruiting, he partners with both startups and established organizations to...
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#379) Creating a Mission-Driven Career | Navigating Tough Situations | Mike Hayes
Today’s guest, Mike Hayes, is nothing short of extraordinary: Mike is the former Commanding Officer of SEAL Team TWO, leading a two thousand–person Special Operations Task Force in Southeastern Afghanistan. In addition to a twenty-year career as a SEAL, Mike was a White House Fellow, served two...
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#378) The Four Pillars of Career Fulfillment | Lisa Lewis Miller
In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, Chris interviews Lisa Lewis Miller, the CEO of Career Clarity and author of the book, Career Clarity. Lisa is an internationally recognized expert in career change who has coached over 500 people across more than 10 countries. Together, they discuss...
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#377) 10 Salary Negotiation Laws to Maximize Your Job Offer | Sam Owens
Learn the 10 essential salary negotiation laws to help you maximize your job offer and avoid costly mistakes. From timing your negotiations right to leveraging your value like a commodity in the job market, these tips will guide you to fair and beneficial compensation. We share practical advice…
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#376) Job Search Clarity: 4 Steps to Get Motivated | Elizabeth Lotardo
Feeling stuck in your job search? Learn 4 steps to gain clarity, boost motivation, and land a role you truly want. Elizabeth Lotardo shares actionable tips to define goals, focus your search, and reignite your drive. Resources: Get more help on your applications from Let’s Eat, Grandma Check out...
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#375) How to Stay Confident After Job Rejection | Elizabeth Lotardo
Job rejection sucks—and Elizabeth Hurtado is here to help. In this Career Warrior Podcast guest session, she shares 4 powerful mindset shifts and real strategies to stay confident and resilient during the job hunt. If you're spiraling, doubting yourself, or just need some practical encouragement,...
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#374) 5 Steps to Land Your Dream Job | Merryn Roberts-Huntley
Feeling stuck in your job search? Wondering why those applications aren't getting responses? In this insightful guest lecture from the Career Warrior Podcast, executive coach Merryn Roberts-Huntley reveals the #1 mistake job seekers make—and how to avoid it. Instead of relying on online...
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#373): Why Commenting on LinkedIn Might Be Better Than Posting
Posting on LinkedIn is great. but it’s not the only way to grow your presence. In this episode, we explore the power of strategic commenting as a high-leverage tactic to boost visibility, engagement, and even job leads. Backed by data from Shield Analytics and the LinkedIn Creator Academy, we…
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#372): How to Make Your LinkedIn Profile Appear in More Recruiter Searches
If you think stuffing your LinkedIn profile with keywords is enough to get found by recruiters… think again. In this episode, we dive into the real mechanics behind LinkedIn’s algorithm — backed by data from LinkedIn, Jobscan, and recruiter behavior. You’ll learn the five profile fields that...
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#371) How to Tailor Your Resume Fast (Without Rewriting Everything)
Tailoring your resume is one of the most effective ways to land interviews, but most job seekers waste time rewriting the entire thing. In this episode, you'll learn how to tailor your resume quickly and strategically using the “Heatmap Method.” Follow us: Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on LinkedIn…
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#370) Reinvent Yourself or Be Left Behind – Here's Why | Nadya Zhexembayeva
Is the career you're building today still going to exist in 6 years? Dr. Nadya joins us to explain why reinvention isn’t optional. It’s your survival skill in a rapidly shifting job market. Follow us: Use Chris' LinkedIn for the newsletter https://www.linkedin.com/in/chris-villanueva-cprw/ Check…
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#369) The Power (and Danger) of the Word ‘Should | Hilary Constable
How does one small word “should” reshape team dynamics, influence internal narratives rooted in childhood conditioning, transform workplace language when replaced with healthier alternatives, mark pivotal shifts in individuals or teams, challenge leaders to give clear direction without…
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#368) What to Say in a Cold Message (Without Sounding Awkward)
Today, I’m going to help you stop overthinking it. Because the truth is, if you’re serious about landing a better job, cold outreach is one of the highest ROI moves you can make. And the first message is the hardest—after that, you’re just building muscle. Follow us: Follow Let's Eat, Grandma on...
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#367): Your Day Job Needs Your Hobby | Hilary Constable
Hilary Constable is a writer, event host, and HR professional with over 20 years of business experience—and a passion for helping people do the work that truly matters. She brings a rare mix to the table: an MFA in Creative Writing, three Lean Six Sigma certifications, and deep expertise in both...
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#366) Write for the Bots or the Human? How to Optimize Your Resume and Still Sound Like You
In today’s episode, we’re going way beyond the basics — no fluff but real strategies that’ll help your resume stand out and get through the system. I’ll walk you through the smart moves that only 1% of job seekers make — like highlighting your unique blend of skills, crafting a catchy career...
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#365) The Job Hunt Audit: A Quick Exercise to Find What’s Not Working
Is your job search going nowhere fast? It might be time for a job search audit. In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, Chris breaks down the 6 essential questions every job seeker needs to ask to fix a stalled job hunt. From updating your resume the right way to targeting roles, you’ll…
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#364) LinkedIn for Busy Professionals
Short on time but know you should be using LinkedIn? This episode is for you. We're cutting the fluff and giving you a fast, effective strategy to actually benefit from the platform—even if your calendar is packed. In this short episode (and yes, we’ll keep it short), you’ll learn how to use...
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#363) State of the Job Market: Prepare, Don’t Panic | Indeed’s Priya Rathod
Welcome to the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is not only to help you land your dream job but to help you live your best life! It seems like whenever you check the news, there’s mixed headlines, and for American workers, it’s causing uncertainty, confusion, and anxiety....
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#362) Struggling to Talk About Yourself on Your Resume? This Episode Will Help
Struggling to Talk About Yourself on Your Resume? This Episode Will Help Do you find it hard to talk about yourself or describe what you actually do? You're not alone. In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, we’re tackling one of the biggest job search struggles: how to confidently express...
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#361) Military to Corporate: Resume Tips for a Successful Transition
Transitioning from the military to the civilian job market can be tough—especially when it comes to your resume. In this episode, we’ll show you how to turn your military experience into a clear, compelling story that employers actually understand and care about. You’ll learn: How to highlight...
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#360) Considering Working With a Professional Resume Writer? Listen to this FIRST.
👉 Ready to see what it’s like to work with a pro? Get a free resume critique or book a call today. Most job seekers have never worked with a resume writer—and if they have, chances are they didn’t fully know how to get the best results. In today’s episode, I pull back the curtain on what it’s...
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#359) 228K Jobs Added — Yet Tariffs and Market Fears Loom Large | April LEGUpdate
The March jobs report is in — and while nonfarm payrolls rose by 228,000, signs of instability are rippling across the economy. With losses in government jobs, volatile stock markets, and recession warnings tied to looming tariffs, many job seekers are left wondering: what’s next? Despite the...
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#358) Self-Leadership, Creating Your Own Path, & Overcoming Limiting Beliefs | Elizabeth Lotardo
Welcome to the Let’s Eat, Grandma Career Warrior Podcast, where our goal is not only to help you land your dream job but to help you live your best life! Elizabeth Lotardo helps organizations drive emotional engagement. She is a consultant, writer, and training creator who has worked with leaders...
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#357) Job Search Rejection, Ghosting, and Building Confidence | Elvi Caperonis
Today, I brought on Elvi Caperonis, Founder of Reinvent Yourself. Elvi is a distinguished Certified Project Management Professional and Scrum Master with over 15 years of related experience across more than five industries. As a former Technical Program Manager at Amazon and Analyst at Harvard...
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#356) 5 Tweaks to Make Your Resume Stand Out in a Competitive Market
In this episode, we’re going to cover 5 changes you can make to your resume to stand out even in a competitive market. Depending on where you’re applying, things are getting competitive out there – perhaps the most it has been in a long time. You’re going to need a resume that not only looks…
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#355) The Absolute Best Way to Use LinkedIn | Donna Serdula
In this episode of the Career Warrior Podcast, I sit down with Donna Serdula, one of the top LinkedIn experts in the world. Donna is the founder and president of Vision Board Media and the creator of LinkedIn-Makeover.com, where she and her team help professionals craft compelling LinkedIn…
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Chris Villanueva, CEO & Co-Founder of Let's Eat, Grandma resume service, proudly hosts the Career Warrior Podcast for job seekers of all backgrounds. You will hear job-hunting strategies from industry leaders, resume experts, and top coaches to help guide you through your career.
This show retells the stories and struggles of job seekers, industry professionals, and brave startup founders. Hear about their career pitfalls and how they climbed out of them in these episodes.
The Career Warrior Podcast covers the best career-related content by discussing all topics relevant to all entry-level applicants, mid-career candidates, and high-level executives - from the ideal resume page formatting to writing a resignation letter. We want you to become the best professional you can be in your career!
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