Kelsey Kemp
Answer the Call | Christian Career Coaching
The premier podcast helping Christian professionals discern their calling and land a job that's aligned with it. Tune in for weekly episodes on faith, mindset, clarifying your calling, top job search strategies, and even a few lessons on entrepreneurship for those of you who feel called to start a business. Kelsey Kemp is an ex-tech consultant, multi-time founder, TEDx speaker, and career coach at TheCalledCareer.com who has helped hundreds of professionals make meaningful career pivots, from New York to New Zealand, lawyers to high school teachers, 21-65 years old.
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Episodes
245: How to Leave a Job That’s Draining You and Step Into Your Calling | Bobby's Story 25.11.2025 39:16
If you’re feeling exhausted, stuck, or drained in your current job, this episode will speak straight to your heart. Today, we sat down with Bobby – a husband, father, and 20+ year corporate professional who believed he just needed to “hold on 10 more years” before making a change. But when burnout, pressure, and calling collided… God began opening a path he never expected. Through career coaching,...
244: 5 Professional Habits that Will Skyrocket Your Career 18.11.2025 47:00
In today’s episode, Audrey and I walk through five Christian habits that instantly make you more professional and more of a blessing to the people you work with. These aren’t complicated but when you weave them into your daily life, they change the way people experience you, and they quietly reflect Christ through your work. And the last habit? Most people avoid it completely… but it might be the...
243: The BEST Way to Explain Career Gaps (and Short Stints) in Your Resume & Interviews 11.11.2025 40:44
If you’ve ever stared at your resume thinking, “Will they judge me for this?” Then this episode is for you! We address the truth about career gaps, job hopping, and how to confidently talk about them in your resume, LinkedIn, and interviews. Whether you’ve been laid off, took time off for family, or are pivoting careers, you’ll learn how to explain your story with honesty, professionalism, and fai...
242: How our Client Lauren Pivoted from Law to Social Impact Policy Manager 04.11.2025 43:32
If you’ve ever felt like you wasted years in the wrong career path, this episode will remind you that nothing is ever wasted when God’s the one writing your story. Lauren spent years studying law, earning her degree, and climbing the ladder in the legal world… only to realize she was deeply unfulfilled and misaligned. The idea of pivoting felt impossible, after all, how do you just walk away from...
241: Is It Still Worth Applying to Jobs During the Holidays? 28.10.2025 17:18
Most people hit pause on their job search during the holidays because they feel like it’s not the best time and companies aren’t hiring. But that’s a huge myth! The “I’ll start in January” plan feels safe… but January is when everyone comes back at the exact same time with the exact same plan. So today, Audrey and I are breaking down why this season can actually be one of the most strategic times...
240: The TOP 5 Interview Mistakes That Are Costing You Job Offers (+ How to Fix Them!) 21.10.2025 41:37
Most people don’t realize they’re making interview mistakes until they start wondering why they’re not getting offers. So in this episode, we’re going to walk you through the 5 subtle interview habits that might be quietly costing you job offers, and how to fix them. We’re covering things like: Why most people bomb the “Tell me about yourself” question (and how to actually nail it) How to stay con...
239: The BEST LinkedIn Tips to Get Recruiters Reaching Out to You (in 2025)! 14.10.2025 40:45
If you’ve been applying to job after job and still not hearing a thing, this episode is your sign to pause and listen! We’re walking through the LinkedIn habits that quietly kill your chances of getting recruited – and what to do instead. Think of this as your LinkedIn reset for 2025 so your next opportunity actually finds you. We discuss: - Why your headline is making you invisible (and how to fi...
238: This 7-Step System Will 5X Your Interviews! 07.10.2025 56:54
You don’t need to apply to 500 jobs. You need to apply the right way. In this episode, we're breaking down the exact 7-step system I teach my clients to turn more applications into interviews. This is the strategy that’s helping them cut through the noise, stand out to hiring managers, and finally get those “You’ve been invited to interview” emails. We discuss: - How to shift from mass applying to...
237: Save Time Applying to Jobs by Skimming Job Descriptions the RIGHT way (5-Step Framework) 30.09.2025 38:43
Ever feel like you spend hours scrolling through LinkedIn job postings – only to apply to two? 😩 In this episode, we share a 5-step framework to help you quickly evaluate job descriptions so you can apply only to the ones that truly fit your calling. You’ll learn: How to do a 15-second gut check to skip bad-fit roles fast Why clarity on your target job title is the #1 prerequisite The 70% rule fo...
236: How to Write Resume Bullet Points That Land Interviews (2025 Resume Tips) 23.09.2025 39:30
Want to land interviews faster? In this episode, we break down the resume bullet points formula that recruiters actually notice. Learn how to: Identify what hiring managers are really asking for in job postings Write resume bullet points using the XYZ Formula Balance skills, action verbs, and measurable results Avoid the copy-paste trap with ChatGPT and AI resume builders Translate your experience...
235: When The World Celebrates Evil, Will You Stand for Truth? 16.09.2025 27:12
“The days are evil – make the most of every opportunity.” – Ephesians 5:15-17 This week’s episode is a sober call to courage. In light of Charlie Kirk’s death, the weight of 9/11, and personal experiences of hostility, we talk about what it means to stop lying, defend truth, and live out your God-given calling. We discuss: Why staying silent allows evil to grow How to take action now The differenc...
234: How Entitlement Keeps You From Your Calling 09.09.2025 30:29
In this solo episode, I talk about one of the biggest roadblocks I see all the time when I hear people finding their calling: entitlement. Entitlement shows up when we expect God’s plan to always match ours – easy, comfortable, and always successful. While this can happen because we have an all-loving God, God can sometimes also use humility, waiting, and even hard seasons to shape our hearts and...
233: How God Works in the Waiting: Lessons from Jonah, Esther & Job 26.08.2025 42:33
If you feel stuck and you're waiting for God to move but nothing ever seems to be happening... I promise you, God is always at work! In this episode, we dive into the stories of Jonah, Esther, Job, the Israelites, and Hannah to show you that waiting seasons are never wasted seasons. Each of these Biblical characters faced moments of fear, uncertainty, and delay — yet God was moving behind the...
232: Let Us Pray for You 19.08.2025 24:57
In this episode, we’re slowing down together for something different – prayer. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, spiritually dry, or unsure of your next step, this is for you. Audrey and I open up honestly about our own struggles with prayer and then take time to pray over you – your heart, your calling, and your season of life. Whether you’re overflowing with faith or barely holding on, our hop...
231: Work-Life Balance Tips That Actually Work for Christian Professionals 12.08.2025 58:09
Are you stuck white-knuckling your way through a job you can’t stand? In this episode, we talk about how to achieve work-life balance, not just by cutting hours or adding flexibility, but by aligning your work with your God-given calling. We discuss: The heart check you need before changing jobs or asking for more flexibility Why loving your work changes your whole life (and even your budget) Pra...
230: Energy Leaks, Boundaries, and Breakthroughs: We’re Letting Go So God Can Provide 05.08.2025 48:00
In today’s episode, I’m sharing something really personal – because I know I’m not the only one walking through a dry, discouraging, anxiety-filled season. This conversation is all about energy leaks – the emotional, spiritual, and practical “drains” that are quietly exhausting you behind the scenes. I’ll be real: this has been one of the hardest seasons of obedience I’ve ever walked through. Betw...
229: The Job You’re Praying For Does EXIST! | Joan's Story of Starting Over at 62 29.07.2025 36:18
What if the perfect job for your next season actually exists, and you’re not too late to find it? In this episode of Answer the Call, Joan shares her inspiring story of leaving a 19-year career as a pediatric nurse practitioner to pursue a dream job that felt too good to be true – remote, flexible, and mission-driven! At 62 years old, Joan overcame job search overwhelm, fear of age discrimination,...
228: 6 Biblical Reasons You’re Not Hearing from God 22.07.2025 51:46
Are you praying, reading your Bible, and still wondering why you can’t hear God’s voice? In this episode, I share 6 biblical reasons why you may not be hearing from God, and what to do about it. We’ll explore practical and spiritual insights straight from the Scripture to help you overcome silence, break spiritual barriers, and grow deeper with Christ. 🔑 What you’ll learn: The surprising ways sin...
227: God Can Use a ‘Small’ Career Pivot to Change Everything | Michael’s Story 15.07.2025 43:03
God doesn’t always move through big, dramatic changes. Sometimes it’s through small, quiet career pivots that align us with His plan. And that’s exactly what happened with our client, Michael. In this episode, he shares how a small shift in his career became the key to walking in his calling and stewarding his current season with purpose. He went from deflated and overwhelmed in his job search to...
226: How She Beat Out HUNDREDS of Applicants to Become the Co-Author of 5 Mere Christians | Kaleigh Cox 08.07.2025 37:29
Get the Five Mere Christians book here → https://amzn.to/4lB9M91 Read the first chapter for free (Fred Roger’s story) → https://www.jordanraynor.com/fred See more of Kaleigh’s work with Jordan Raynor → https://www.jordanraynor.com What if your “ordinary” job isn’t ordinary at all? What if God is using your faithfulness in unseen and uncelebrated work to prepare you for something far greater, mayb...
225: Ladies, Your Motivation Fluctuates And That’s Ok (and for Men Who Want to Understand Their Women) 01.07.2025 57:38
Ladies, your cycle directly impacts how you show up at work, and guess what? God designed it that way on purpose! If you've ever felt inconsistent, unmotivated, emotional, or just off at work and thought, "what's wrong with me?" - this episode will set you free. You're a woman, created with rhythms and seasons that are meant to guide you, not shame you. We'll walk you thr...
224: How to Get Closer to God After Feeling Spiritually Distant 24.06.2025 39:30
In the previous episode, I shared how my life just blew up and my realizations that Jesus never hurried. He trusted the Father’s timing even in the slow and uncertain season, which hit me hard, but it also left me wondering: How do I actually come back to God when I feel distant, numb, or even resistant to His presence? That’s what this episode is all about. I’m sharing the exact things that helpe...
223: Why I'm No Longer in a Rush | My Humbling Experience Lately 17.06.2025 55:49
Back on April 1st, Episode 213, I shared a personal chitchat about why I was working with urgency – because life felt short, and I didn’t want to waste time. I wanted to crush my personal and business goals as soon as possible because we’re not guaranteed time. And while most of that was true, here I am 10 episodes later taking a lot of that back, not because life isn’t short, but because I’ve com...
222: How to Get a Company to Create a Job for You | Charlotte’s Story 10.06.2025 44:46
What if your dream job isn’t on a job board… but waiting on the other side of one meaningful coffee chat? In this episode, Charlotte shares how one simple conversation led to the mission-driven job she had been praying for. After turning down two job offers that looked great on paper but didn’t align with her spirit, she chose to trust God’s timing, and that’s when everything shifted. Audrey and C...
221: How His Job Was Created Just for Him! | Ben's Story 27.05.2025 41:31
Are you stuck in a job that no longer excites you, or worse, one that promised more but never delivered? In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by Ben, a data analyst turned data scientist, who shares how he created a job for himself inside his own company – one that didn't even exist before. You'll hear how he: Navigated feelings of self-doubt and stagnation Took bold steps to demonstrate his va...
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