Land Your Next Job | Search Strategies for Professionals Navigating Resumes, LinkedIn, Networking, and Interviews in an AI World

Here are my 8 steps to use LinkedIn efficiently - and hate it less! Figure out why you're thereSet your thoughts intentionally. I am on LinkedIn to x, y, and zSet your work hours - get in, get out, move onFollow people you likeUnfollow the people that bug youFollow companies you likeApply off of LinkedInTurn off notifications Anything else?If you're still early in your search, need to optimize your LinkedIn profile, or just one of those people who wants to use LinkedIn more, check out Day 2 of my free Job Search Bootcamp. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

What makes for a Perfect Every Day? Not a day where everything goes perfectly. but an every day where you set yourself up for success. Erika shares her 6 activities - her Perfect Every Day FREMOW. What are yours? Friends/FamilyReadingExerciseMeditationOutsideWritingReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Referrals can be game-changers in the job search, particularly if they come from people who know you and can recommend you to a hiring manager or recruiter. Here are 5 easy ways to make that interaction as friction-free as possible. Set up a calendar system. Here are a few to try: Cal.com, Tidycal, Cal.zoHave a resume ready to send at a moment's notice - even from your phoneProvide a short list of job titles that you're looking for.Develop an elevator pitch that tells someone in ~30 seconds what you're looking for. Once you get a commitment to refer you, email them a forwardable list of bullet points on why you'd be great at the jobYour people want to help you. It's your job to make it as easy for them as possible. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

How do you tell the story when it's complicated? Whether you were laid off, fired for performance reasons, or something different, you need to have a short, simple answer that quickly shifts the discussion back to why you're the best person for the job. Tune in to get some hints on how to write your own story - and move on. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

The job search isn't a sprint. It isn't a marathon. It is a race of undetermined length. Erika talks about the challenges of not knowing how long it will be, shares some 2026 statistics, and gives you ideas for how to estimate yours, as well as how to stay resilient for a longer search. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

In this episode, Erika shares what it means to take a 1099 consulting/contract job vs. a permanent full-time W-2 job. She breaks some myths, shares why now may be the right time to consider a 1099, and gives ideas for how to find one, including the website oncontracting.com. Whether you're looking to get back to work as quickly as possible, or just want to better understand the options, you'll definitely learn something. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

In-person interviews are back! In this episode, Erika shares how they may actually be to your advantage - and how to deal with the challenges. What to wear, how to prep, and what to pay attention to. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

When you face the shock of a layoff, the first inclination is frequently to update the resume, let the world know, and start applying to jobs. This episode encourages you to rethink that plan. There are lots of important activities that will help you show up as your best self for your job search. Don't skip them!Get your house in orderTake a breakCreate healthy habitsFind your peopleSet a plan to stay current in your industryLearn something newIf you still have access, save your own files for future reference.Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

In this episode, Erika interviews Sam Wright, Head of Career Strategy for Huntr, an AI-powered tool for the job search. While the job search often lacks data to inform your decisions, Huntr is actually able to analyze what they've seen in the 1.7 million job applications across 60,000 searches in their tool.We get into which job boards produce the best application to interview conversion rates, why ATS scores are a myth, and what a good resume actually looks like. We also discuss why the unemployment rate doesn't tell the real story and what job seekers are already saying about the impact of AI in the labor market.One important statistic is that a tailored resume has a 1.6x better application-to-interview converson rate. Check out their Resume Tailor tool to try it out! You can find Huntr's latest data in their 2025 Job Search Trends Report and connect with Sam on LinkedIn.Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Rejection is one of the two most common responses you'll get to any job application (silence is the other). No matter who you are. No matter how well qualified you are. No matter what your title, level, or industry. In today's episode, we break down, the reasons behind the rejection, how to handle it, and what you can learn from it to change the outcome the next time. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Hyper-Vigilant Saboteur.  Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Hyper-Rational Saboteur.  Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Hyper-Achiever Saboteur.  Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Controller Saboteur.  Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Restless Saboteur.  Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Victim Saboteur.  Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Pleaser Saboteur.  Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Perfectionist Saboteur.Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Avoider Saboteur.Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this 11-episode series, Erika is taking a deep dive on mental fitness, as it applies to the job search, through the lens of Positive Intelligence (PQ). If you haven't already, listen to Episode 9 - Positive Intelligence (PQ): The System that Will Transform your Job Search which introduced the 3 Step Reset: Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)This episode features the Judge, our universal Saboteur. It lives inside all of us and shows up in 3 ways - we judge ourselves, we judge others, and we judge the world. Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Your brain is your most powerful tool in your job search. In this episode, we take a deep dive on mental fitness so you can always show up with your mind in the best place. Erika was first attracted to the Positive Intelligence (PQ)  because she saw its powerful results to shift her own thinking. She became a Certified Positive Intelligence Coach (CPQC) because the framework is grounded in neuroscience and psychology. In this first of a 10-part episode,  she introduces all 10 Saboteurs (Judge, Controller, Restless, Hyper Achiever, Hypervigilant, Hyper-Rational, Avoider, Pleaser, Stickler and Victim. We also cover the 3 Step Reset - and even have a chance to practice it together. Notice your negative thought (Saboteur)Take command of your brain Shift to a positive thought (Sage)When we return next week, we'll be doing 10 episodes over the next 2 weeks focusing individually on each Saboteur. Take the quizzes so you can join along! Each takes <5 minutes. The first will rate your highest and lowest Saboteurs. The second quiz shows you what percentage of the time your brain is serving you positive thoughts on a given day. https://erikaparkerprice.com/pqYour brain deserves the same attention you give the rest of your body. Come along on the mental fitness exercises and show up for your job search ready to tackle any challenge. Once you know your Saboteurs, you can't help but notice how they're showing up! Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Confidence is defined as 1) a faith or belief that one will act in a right, proper or effective way and 2) the quality or state of being certain. When it comes ot the job search, we frequently lack the faith, belief, or certainty needed for confidence. And that's where courage - the mental or moral strength to venture, persevere, and withstand danger comes in. With a job market unlike any you've experienced, you need to start building courage. And that starts with changing your thoughts. This episode gets you started on that path. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

In this episode, Erika talks about how and why it's possible to experience burnout even when you aren't working. She shares her 4 strategies for overcoming it in this specific phase of life - the job search:Fuel your body - sleep, nutrition, exercise matter more now than ever.Know your peak hours - and use them wisely.Identify your energizing vs. draining job search activities (updating your resume, optimizing your LinkedIn, virtual coffees, networking, outreach, writing cover letters, company research, interview prep) and plan them strategically.Set a sustainable pace. Decide which hours and which days you're committing to this schedule.Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedInReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

The headlines are everywhere — Block, Meta, Atlassian, and Oracle have all announced layoffs in the last few weeks. But is AI replacing jobs really the reason, or is it just a story?In this bonus episode, Erika digs into what these four companies are actually saying — and what they're not saying — about AI and workforce reductions. From Jack Dorsey's bold claim that a 40% cut will make Block stronger, to Oracle's $50 billion infrastructure bet, to Atlassian laying off 10% of a workforce that's still growing, the signals are hiding in plain sight.You'll learn:What "AI washing" actually means and how to spot itThe five signals every job seeker should be watching right nowThe important questions you should be asking about any company Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

In this episode, Erika introduces you to the Self-Coaching Model (CTFAR) that can help you get the results you've been aiming for - just by changing your thoughts. No, it's not magic. It's all rooted in Cognitive Based Therapy (CBT).C = Circumstance (triggers a)T = Thought (which creates a)F = Feeling (which drives an)A = Action (which produces a)R = ResultThis coaching framework allows you to see how a single thought ultimately creates your result. We get to choose our thoughts. Are yours serving you? What do you want to think? Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedInReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

MJ never thought her job search would take 14 months. None of us do. In this episode, she shares how she was impacted by a Workforce Reduction at HP and the journeyu that led her to a new role at Adobe. Along the way, she joined Career Re|Set where I was able to help her with her positioning, strategy - and staying resilient in the ups and downs of today's market. The camaraderie of the group filled in that camaraderie and teamwork she'd been missing. In the end, it was the creative projects she started that kept her sane and the LinkedIn posting and networking calls that kept her connected. And one of those, nurtured over many months, led to the offer she accepted. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedInReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Over the last year, there's been a dramatic shift in how people and companies use AI in the job search. In this episode, Erika breaks down the four roles AI should be playing in your job search:EditorResearcherAssistantThought PartnerReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedInReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

This job market looks different than anything any of us have ever seen. In this episode, Erika breaks down the following five forces shaping the market:In-person work is increasing. Hybrid/remote are decreasing.Shifting budges due to AI capital expendituresCompanies are very risk-averse in hiring.Startups are hiring.Every step of the job search is moving slowly.Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedInReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

This is the #1 question I hear from clients - why aren't I getting any interviews? In this episode, I break down the reasons and talk through five areas to adjust in your job search to start landing those interviews. Focus - Regain focus and energy so the process stops feeling overwhelming. Clarify - Identify the right role(s) and direction.  Position - Present yourself so  employers quickly understand your value.Activate - Build a sustainable networking and outreach strategy that fits you. Navigate - Show up for interviews and navigate offers with confidence and confidence. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedInReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

The job search has changed — and most advice out there hasn't caught up. In this episode, Erika breaks down the six trends reshaping how trends of 2026:Cover letters are dead.LinkedIn connections don't always need to "Add a note."Side projects give valuable experience.Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) are everywhere.Interviews have changed - bots and homework. Connections matter - even more. Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com to book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedInReady to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn

Welcome to Land Your Next Job with Career Coach Erika Parker Price. New episodes drop Mondays starting March 23.Ready to get support on your job search? Check out Career Re|Set on erikaparkerprice.com and book a free Application Call.Questions? Comments? DM Erika on LinkedIn