The Resume Whisperer

Episode 9: Salary Conversations & Negotiation — Without Undervaluing Yourself Talking about money can feel uncomfortable — especially during a job interview. But mishandling the salary conversation can leave thousands of dollars on the table, not just today but throughout your entire career. In this episode of The Resume Whisperer , we take a deep dive into how to approach salary expectations...

Episode 8: Job Search Burnout - How to Stay Motivated Without Losing Your Confidence Burnout during a job search doesn’t always look dramatic. Sometimes it looks like: You’re still applying… but everything feels heavier. You’re procrastinating — not because you’re lazy, but because you’re overwhelmed. You’ve stopped getting excited about roles you once would have jumped at. You’re quietly starting...

Episode 7: Rejection, Redirection, and Why “No” Isn’t the End of the Story Rejection is part of the job search — but it doesn’t have to derail your confidence or define your career. In this episode of The Resume Whisperer , we’re talking candidly about job rejection : what it really means, what it doesn’t mean, and how to respond in a way that protects your professional brand and your self-confide...

Episode 6: The Art of the Follow-Up — How to Stay Top of Mind Without Being Pushy So, you’ve finished the interview … now what? 🤔 This week on The Resume Whisperer , we’re tackling one of the most overlooked (and misunderstood) parts of the job search: how to follow up after an interview — without crossing the line into “too much.” Whether you’re waiting to hear back, not sure what to write, or t...

Show Notes: Episode 5 – Interview Prep: How to Show Up with Confidence and Make a Great Impression You’ve landed the interview—now it’s time to shine!  In this episode of The Resume Whisperer , I’m giving you a to interview preparation so you can walk in (or log in) feeling confident, clear, and ready to make a great impression. Whether you’ve got an interview next week or you're just getting prep...

Episode 4: How to Network Effectively (Even If You Hate It!) If the word “networking” makes you cringe—you’re not alone. But here’s the truth: networking doesn’t have to be awkward, transactional, or uncomfortable . In fact, it can be one of the most powerful and genuine parts of your job search. In this episode of The Resume Whisperer , I’m breaking down how to make networking work for YOU —even...

Episode 3: How to Optimize Your LinkedIn Profile to Attract Recruiters Welcome back to The Resume Whisperer! Did you know that 95% of recruiters use LinkedIn to find job candidates? If your profile isn’t optimized, you could be missing out on amazing opportunities! In this episode, I’m walking you through how to update your LinkedIn profile so recruiters can find you, notice you, and want to conne...

Episode 2: Write a Resume That Stands Out Welcome back to The Resume Whisperer! Your resume is often the first impression you make with a potential employer—so how do you make sure it stands out from the competition? In this episode, I’m breaking down how to craft a resume that gets noticed by hiring managers and recruiters. What you’ll learn in this episode: ·      How to format your resume for m...

Ep. 1: Setting Yourself Up for Job Search Success Welcome to the very first episode of The Resume Whisperer !  If you’re on the hunt for a new job—whether you’re switching careers, just starting out, or aiming for that next big role—this podcast is for you. In this episode, I’m laying the foundation for what you can expect from The Resume Whisperer , sharing a bit about my background in Human Reso...

Tune in for actionable tips on how to craft the right resume, perfect your applications and show up as your best self to land you the job of your dreams, with HR Consultant Shari Vandermolen. — Contact Shari Vandermolen| HRCollab. Website: HRCollab.ca LinkedIn: Sharilyn Vandermolen Facebook: The Resume Whisperer, Shari V Linkedin: HRCollab.