We’re halfway through 2026 and the job search struggles are real. While I do my best to bring only “the good vibes”, I want to have a more honest conversation about the harder themes I’ve seen recently across my clients.
In this episode we cover:
- Why the summer is actually a solid time to job search
- The wrong (and right way) to use referrals
- The most common hurdle my clients are facing in job searches
- How to know if you’re looking for the “best opportunity” or the “good enough” opportunity
- The easiest way to make applications less soul sucking
This was meant to be a high-level episode, but obviously we still had to creep into tactical territory. I’ve put all the episodes I reference in the show notes as well. You are in ~such~ good company if you’re job searching right now, you’ve got this!
Show Notes:
The Interview Cheat Sheet: https://stan.store/marnielemonik/p/the-interview-cheat-sheet-launch-discount-price
The Resume Template: https://stan.store/marnielemonik/p/template-marnies-resume-with-written-examples
Let’s start a job search: https://open.spotify.com/episode/5azEDokF07c5FVQU2sBKwx?si=2da1e50fd02546d7
3 hard truths about the job search and how to shift your mindset: https://open.spotify.com/episode/4mXBkoldE2Ezpm28bPfNY6?si=a2174f12916a4fdf
Start here if you’re preparing for job interviews: https://open.spotify.com/episode/34jYRtywChPfetnNxqmJA7?si=76031fbddc904e41
Listen to this before your next job interview (pep talk): https://open.spotify.com/episode/1vzGN5SoZg29gQaPoVJQEj?si=ad922481ecad4be2
About Marnie:
Marnie is a full-time Career Coach based in LA who focuses on helping you identify and articulate your unique value.
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Book a coaching consult: https://stan.store/marnielemonik/p/explore-career-coaching
Learn more about coaching: https://www.marnielemonik.com/coaching