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Ctrl + Alt Career
by Aaliyah and Melissa
Ctrl+Alt Career is where we reset, rethink, and get real about today's job market. From ghosting recruiters to drawn-out interviews and unexpected career pivots, we're sharing our experiences in real time -- no fluff, no corporate scripts. If you've been applying, questioning everything, or figuring out your next move...you're not alone.
Episodes
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Episode 14: Who Are You Outside of Your Job?
This week, we're getting real about identify, career & figuring out who you are when your job title isn't doing the introducing for you. Aaliyah kicks things off by reflecting on her 7-month layoff & how that unexpected pause forced her to rediscover herself outside of her career. She opens up...
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Episode 13: Let's Talk Money !
We spend so much time talking about how to get the job, but not enough time talking about what that job is actually costing us. In this episode, we get real about the money side of your career: negotiating your salary, why pay transparency still feels taboo, the difference between W-2 &...
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Episode 12: The Workplace Dynamics Nobody Talks About
Everyone talks about getting the job - but not enough people talk about what happens after you're hired. In this episode, we dive into the workplace dynamics that shape careers but rarely make it into the employee handbook. From being the only person in the room who looks like you, to navigating...
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Episode 11: Girl Chit Chat - Surviving Isn't Living
This episode is less of an agenda and more of a real conversation between two friends figuring life out in real time. We check in on our mental health, talk about finding ways to stay grounded through hobbies, and discuss what it's like trying to enjoy life whether you're working nonstop or...
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Episode 10: Special Guest, Meggan.
In the final episode of our mini-series, we’re joined by our special guest, Meggan, who recently relocated from Illinois to Texas for a fresh start. Unlike most of our conversations, Meggan shares a very different perspective on work. After losing her father, she reevaluated her priorities…
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Episode 9: Resumes...The Good, The Bad, & The Ugly
Remember when you could just walk into the mall, fill out an application, and actually hear something back? Yeah… those days are gone. In this episode, Mel gets real about today’s job market, the rise of AI resumes, and why even the “perfect” resume still doesn’t guarantee you the job. She talks...
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Episode 8: The Brand Risk Double Standard
Let's talk about brand risk... because apparently candidates are the only ones expected to have one. In this episode, Aaliyah will be unpacking what company brand risk actually looks like: silent layoffs with zero communication, interviewers who haven't read your resume, five-round interview...
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Episode 7: Mock Interviews
Interviews can be intimidating, but preparation builds confidence. In this episode, Melissa shares the value of conducting mock interviews with family, friends, mentors, or anyone you trust to provide honest feedback. She also breaks down the STAR Method (Situation, Task, Action, Result) and...
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Episode 6: Navigating Unemployment
Welcome to Episode 6 — a real and honest conversation about navigating unemployment and the emotional rollercoaster that can come with it. In this episode, Aaliyah talks about: • Applying for unemployment immediately and preparing for possible delays • Looking into assistance programs like SNAP…
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Episode 5: Special Guest, Jaeliza 💜
Imagine being at the same job for over a decade and then deciding to pivot careers in THIS economy? Yeah… our guest is braver than most of us. 😂 This week, we talk about what it’s really like navigating the modern job market as a mother. From confusing interview processes and recruiter nonsense…
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Episode 4: Is AI the problem?
In this episode, we get into the messy reality of AI in today's hiring process. From ATS auto-rejections and ghost jobs to keyword-stuffed resumes and one-way interviews. We unpack whether AI is actually helping companies hire better...or just making the process more impersonal and frustrating…
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Episode 3: Let's Talk About These Job Descriptions
Yeah…we had to go there. In this episode, we’re breaking down everything that’s not adding up when it comes to job descriptions and hiring processes. Because how are companies asking for “entry-level” candidates while putting them through 3–4 rounds of interviews? Let’s be honest—entry-level…
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Episode 2: Recruiter Ghosting Needs To Be Studied
In this episode, we get into the frustrating reality of today's recruiting process - from being ghosted after multiple interview rounds to dealing with hiring processes that feel anything but organized. We talk about the lack of communication, the disconnect between candidates and recruiters, and...
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Episode 1: We Did Everything Right, Why Isn't It Working?
We're kicking things off by introducing ourselves - our career paths, how we got here, and what we've been navigating behind the scenes. From getting ghosted by recruiters to seeing roles reposted (with completely different salaries 👀), we're talking about the stuff people experience but don't...
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
Ctrl+Alt Career is where we reset, rethink, and get real about today's job market. From ghosting recruiters to drawn-out interviews and unexpected career pivots, we're sharing our experiences in real time -- no fluff, no corporate scripts. If you've been applying, questioning everything, or figuring out your next move...you're not alone.
HOSTED BY
Aaliyah and Melissa
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Ctrl+Alt Career is where we reset, rethink, and get real about today's job market. From ghosting recruiters to drawn-out interviews and unexpected career pivots, we're sharing our experiences in real time -- no fluff, no corporate scripts. If you've been applying, questioning everything, or...
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Ctrl + Alt Career is created and hosted by Aaliyah and Melissa.
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