In this reflective solo episode, Olajumoke Fatoki shares a personal moment that turned into a powerful career metaphor: taking a walk with her son led to the realization that progress begins with small, intentional steps. If you're feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin in your career journey, this episode offers a practical roadmap to get moving.

Olajumoke challenges listeners to shift from vague goals to specific micro actions that create momentum. Whether it’s applying to two jobs per day, messaging professionals on LinkedIn, or posting once a week about your career journey, these consistent efforts build confidence and clarity.

🧠 Key Insights & Actionable Takeaways

1. Micro Goals Drive Momentum
   • Success starts with small wins. Set a reachable goal (e.g., apply to two roles today) and let that accomplishment fuel your next step.
2. Inaction Comes From Ambiguity, Not Laziness
   • Many professionals get stuck waiting for perfect conditions. A lack of clarity, not motivation, is the real roadblock.
3. Turn Clarity Into Action
   • Don’t just plan — do something specific:
     • ✅ Apply to 2+ relevant roles per day
     • ✅ Send 1 LinkedIn message to expand your network
     • ✅ Rewrite 3 resume bullet points with impact-based language
     • ✅ Share 1 post a week about your growth or insights
4. Consistency Trumps Volume
   • Don’t try to be everywhere. Choose the one platform where you feel most comfortable and show up consistently.
5. Movement > Waiting
   • Progress isn't about knowing everything upfront. It's about starting. Action brings clarity, which builds confidence.

📌 Thrive Tip of the Week

• Set one small, achievable career goal this week
• DM Olajumoke on LinkedIn or Instagram (@ThriveCareersHub) to share your goal or request a LinkedIn outreach template
• Download the free Career Clarity Playbook https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/sl/hqVN6Bu
• Listen to the Goal Setting episode from earlier this year [https://bit.ly/3CaLS36 ]

🎯 Ideal For:

• Career changers
• Newcomers to a job market
• Professionals returning from a break
• Job seekers feeling overwhelmed

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Are you tired of applying to job after job and hearing nothing back? Wondering why others with less experience seem to get ahead while you’re stuck in career limbo? In this game-changing episode of the Thrive Careers Podcast, Olajumoke Fatoki breaks down why your résumé alone isn’t enough in today’s job market—and how the influencer economy has reshaped the way professionals land opportunities.

You’ll learn why visibility, credibility, and relationships are more important than ever—and how to position yourself so the right people see your value.
Whether you're a career changer, recent grad, immigrant professional, or mid-career job seeker, this episode offers practical strategies to help you:

✅ Build a personal brand without becoming a social media influencer
✅ Increase visibility and get noticed by recruiters and decision-makers
✅ Shift from applying blindly to attracting real opportunities
✅ Use LinkedIn more effectively to network and grow credibility
✅ Take small steps that lead to big wins in your job search

🎁 Plus, grab Olajumoke’s FREE Career Clarity Playbook to uncover your strengths and stand out in today’s competitive job market. https://bit.ly/455gApU

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If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to:

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• Share this episode with friends and colleagues who are ready to set their own goals for success in 2025.
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Let’s keep thriving together!

Feel invisible on LinkedIn—or unsure how to make AI actually work for your job search?
You’re not alone. And the good news? You don’t have to be a tech expert or influencer to build a standout profile.

In this episode, career coach and HR strategist Olajumoke Fatoki chats with Al Kushner, author of The AI LinkedIn Advantage, about how to make LinkedIn work for you—with the help of AI tools that save time and boost visibility.

💡 You’ll learn:

• How to use AI to write stronger LinkedIn summaries and headlines
• The biggest LinkedIn mistakes that cost professionals job opportunities
• How to reconnect with your network (even if you’ve been MIA for a while)
• Why SEO matters more than ever in today’s job market

Whether you’re job searching, pivoting careers, or simply ready to show up with more confidence—this episode is your toolkit.

📘 Download the Career Clarity Playbook (Free!):
https://bit.ly/CareerClarityPlaybook

📱 Connect with Al:
alkushnerspeaks.com

🎧 Hit play and start rewriting your LinkedIn story—on your terms.

Support the show

If you enjoyed this episode, don’t forget to:

• Subscribe to the Thrive Careers Podcast for more actionable career tips and inspiring stories.
• Share this episode with friends and colleagues who are ready to set their own goals for success in 2025.
• Follow us on social media for daily career insights and updates:
  • LinkedIn: http://linkedin.com/in/olajumokefatoki
  • Instagram: https://bit.ly/thrivecareershub
  • YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thrive_careers_podcast
    

Let’s keep thriving together!