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Career Cravings
Hosted by Irina Posan - Career Coach · EN
Welcome to Career Cravings, the podcast that helps ambitious professionals land roles they love and fast-track their success.
I’m Irina Posan, a career coach, HR expert, and former corporate leader who knows exactly what it takes to stand out, get hired, and thrive. Having designed hiring systems and led recruitment teams, I’ve seen what separates the “good” candidates from the ones who get the offer—and now I’m sharing it all with you.
Each week, I’ll give you actionable tools, insider tips, and mindset shifts to help you build the career (and life) you’re craving. Whether you’re chasing a promotion, navigating a pivot, or ready for your dream role, this is your guide to making it happen.
✨ Your dream career is closer than you think. Hit subscribe and let’s get started!
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84. How to Set Goals You Actually Achieve in 2026
1w ago00:33:25Tap to summarizeSix months into the year, and your goals are either thriving, stalled, or quietly forgotten. This episode is for all three.Irina is pulling back the curtain on the exact five-step goal-setting process she has used for the last decade to go from a moldy government housing basement to a multi-million dollar dream home, a book launch, a health transformation, and a business she's obsessed with. This is not a generic productivity framework. It's personal, specific, and built from real results.She's also checking in publicly on the three goals she declared on New Year's Eve and where each one actually stands today. No filters.Inside this episode:Why your goals collapse in February and the one missing piece that fixes itThe North Star method and why vision has to come before goalsWhy three goals maximum is the rule and how micro goals sit underneath themThe difference between a goal and a deeply meaningful why, and why it matters when things get hardHow to use milestones strategically so your brain actually takes the deadline seriouslyWhy accountability is the step most people skip and how to build it in simplyA real-time update on Irina's health goal, her book launch, and what's coming in SeptemberYou have six months left in 2026. That's not nothing. This episode will show you exactly how to use them.Mentioned and helpful linksFree training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →83. When Your Boss Is the Problem With Andrew L. Regal
2w ago00:36:05Tap to summarizeIf you've ever driven home from work and realized you weren't even aware of the road because your boss was still living rent-free in your head, this episode will make you feel less alone.Andrew L. Regal spent over 25 years as a media executive at places like CNBC, MSNBC, and the Wall Street Journal. He was pulled off a plane by an angry CEO. He was ostracized for months after giving a decade of his career to an organization. And he didn't even recognize it as bullying until he started writing his book.That's the part nobody talks about. Workplace bullying isn't always obvious. Sometimes it's silence. Sometimes it's sarcasm in a conference room that lands to a laugh. Sometimes it's being left off an email chain until you quietly disappear. And the people it happens to most are often the ones who care the most.Inside this episode:Why devoted, high-performing employees are the most common targetsThe spectrum from eye rolls and sarcasm to full ostracism and what makes each damagingWhy silence is one of the most destructive tools a leader can useThe six tenets of coping and healing when you're in the thick of itWhat $300 billion in annual losses tells us about the real cost of toxic leadershipWhy self-blame is almost universal and how to start releasing itWhere to get Andrew's free bullying recovery guideThis is not about what you did wrong. It's about what was done to you.Mentioned and helpful linksBullying recovery guide: https://bullyingrecoveryguide.com Free training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →82. How to Make More Money Without Working 24/7
3w ago00:41:28Tap to summarizeIf the life you want and the income you have right now don't match, this episode will change how you think about both.This is a solo episode and one of the most personal ones yet. Irina shares the story of growing up with nothing, the moment at 12 years old that shaped everything she believed about money and choices, and the exact framework she used to build a career that funds the life she actually wanted. This isn't about being materialistic. It's about being honest.Because your career funds your life. And if you keep treating money as a bonus instead of a strategy, the gap between where you are and where you want to be will only get wider.Inside this episode:Why career and lifestyle are almost always misaligned and what to do about itHow to define your North Star and reverse-engineer the income it actually requiresThe leverage formula: why skills plus experience plus market timing determines what you can earnThe trade-offs nobody names out loud when it comes to building real wealthHow to set goals that close the gap consistently instead of leaving you stuckWhy the soft life trend and the grind culture debate both miss the pointThe goal isn't to be rich. It's to stop pinching yourself, wondering if this is really your life.Mentioned and helpful linksFree training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →81. The LinkedIn Mistake That's Keeping You From Getting Hired With Miranda VonFricken
Jun 200:42:08Tap to summarizeIf you're applying to roles and not hearing back, your resume might not be the problem. Your LinkedIn might be.Miranda VonFricken, LinkedIn strategist and author of Own Your Awesome, joins Irina to break down what recruiters are actually seeing when they land on your profile and why most job seekers are invisible without realizing it. This isn't theory. Miranda spent years on the recruiting side watching qualified candidates lose opportunities because their presence didn't match their potential.The conversation covers what's changed with the algorithm, how to build visibility without screaming "hire me," and why showing up authentically on LinkedIn is now a career strategy, not just a nice-to-have.Inside this episode:The "does your top pop" profile audit that takes under an hourA realistic 30-day plan to go from invisible to visible on LinkedInWhy engagement beats content and what that means for your strategyHow to use AI to write posts without sounding like everyone elseThe truth about the Open to Work banner and what to do insteadWhat personal branding actually means for introverts and non-postersWhy networking through LinkedIn beats applying almost every timeYour LinkedIn is either working for you around the clock or it isn't. This episode will show you how to make it work.Mentioned and helpful linksFree training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclass Free training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinar Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-me Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/ Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →80. Why Faking It at Work Is Costing You With David Pettrone Swalve
May 2600:41:38Tap to summarizeIf you’ve ever felt like you have to wear a mask at work, code switch, or say what people want to hear just to get ahead… this episode will change how you think about your career.I sat down with David Pettrone Swalve to talk about what authenticity really looks like in today’s job market, and why it might actually be the missing piece in your career growth, leadership, and fulfillment.Because being authentic isn’t just about “being yourself.”It’s about alignment, energy, and making sure you don’t land roles that slowly drain you.What you’ll learn today✔️ Why being inauthentic can cost you years in the wrong role✔️ The difference between getting a job vs getting the right job✔️ Why “fake it till you make it” doesn’t work for identity or leadership✔️ The 3 powerful questions to ask yourself before applying to another role✔️ How authenticity acts as a filter to attract the right opportunities✔️ Why career transitions are actually identity shifts (not just job changes)Mentioned and helpful linksEvents: https://authentara.com/eventsBook: https://piratejokesarentfunny.comLinkedIn (David): https://www.linkedin.com/in/swalve/Work with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-meInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →79. What Makes Someone Stand Out and Get Hired Today With Marnie and Nick
May 1900:37:10Tap to summarizeIf you feel like you’re doing everything right but still not standing out in your job searchthis episode will completely shift how you think about your career.Because it’s not just about your resume.It’s not just about your experience.It’s about how you understand yourself, how you communicate your value, and how you position yourself in every conversation.In this episode, I sit down with the authors of The Business of You to break down what actually makes someone stand out, get hired, and grow in today’s competitive market.We go deeper than tactics and talk about the foundation most people skipself awareness, storytelling, and building real connections.Inside this episode:✔️ Why self awareness is the foundation of standing out and long term career success✔️ How to use storytelling instead of your resume to win interviews✔️ The real reason most people stay stuck or misaligned in their careers✔️ How to use transferable skills to pivot into a new role or industry✔️ Why networking is more important than applying online in today’s market✔️ How to think of your career as a business and position yourself as the CEOIf you are tired of applying and not getting noticedthis episode will show you what actually needs to change.Mentioned and helpful linksFree training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclassFree training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinarWork with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-meInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →78. Is This Really It? What to Do When Your Career No Longer Fits You
May 1200:24:45Tap to summarizeIf you’ve worked for years to land the role you thought you wanted… and now you’re sitting there thinking “is this really it?” this episode is for you.Because this isn’t failure. It’s what happens when the version of you today no longer fits the career you chose years ago.In this episode, I’m breaking down why so many high achievers hit this point, what it actually means, and how to figure out what you truly want next without continuing to climb a ladder that doesn’t fulfill you.What you’ll learn today✔️ Why making a career decision at 18 often leads to misalignment later in life✔️ The real reason success, titles, and salary don’t automatically create fulfillment✔️ How your needs evolve from stability to purpose and why your career must evolve too✔️ The biggest mistake high achievers make when choosing their “next” role✔️ The exact questions to ask yourself to gain clarity and design your next aligned moveMentioned and helpful linksFree training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclassFree training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinarWork with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-meInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →77. AI Is Replacing Jobs… But Creating Bigger Opportunities With Jay Kiew
May 500:38:41Tap to summarizeIf you’ve been wondering what AI actually means for your career whether your role is at risk, how layoffs are really happening, and what it takes to stay relevant this episode will change the way you think about the future of work.I’m joined by Jay Kiew, CEO of Change Fluency, and we’re breaking down what’s actually happening behind the scenes with AI, job disruption, and career growth.This is not a fear-based conversation.It’s a reality check and a roadmap.Because the truth is: change is happening whether you’re ready or not.The question is will it happen to you or through you?Inside this episode, we cover:✔️ The difference between people who get left behind vs those who use change to their advantage✔️ Why AI is driving both layoffs and massive new opportunities✔️ The mindset shift that will keep you relevant over the next 10 years✔️ What “change fluency” actually means—and how to apply it immediately✔️ The simple daily habit that can put you ahead of 90% of professionalsIf you want to future-proof your career, increase your value, and stop feeling behind in a rapidly changing market, this conversation is a must-listen.Mentioned and helpful linksJQ and Change Fluency: https://www.changefluency.comFree training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclassFree training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinarWork with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-meInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →76. Seven Career Lessons From a Year That Changed Everything
Apr 2700:40:28Tap to summarizeIf you’ve been feeling stuck, frustrated, or questioning your next career move, this episode is a powerful reset.In this episode of Career Cravings, I’m sharing seven lessons from the past year that completely changed the way I think about careers, growth, and the decisions we make when we feel stuck.These lessons came from coaching hundreds of professionals navigating today’s job market, as well as from my own personal growth and business journey. Some of them might challenge the way you’re currently approaching your career.Inside this episode we talk about:✔️ The mindset patterns that quietly keep high achievers stuck in their careers✔️ Why waiting for the “perfect time” can delay your progress for months or even years✔️ The real cost of trying to figure everything out alone✔️ Why investing in the right support can accelerate your career faster than you expect✔️ How fear based thinking can sabotage even the most capable professionals✔️ The importance of time, momentum, and making decisions before burnout takes over✔️ The perspective shift that helps you take back control of your careerIf you’ve been applying, waiting, and hoping things will finally change, this episode will challenge a few beliefs that might be keeping you stuck and help you start moving forward again.Mentioned and helpful linksFree training for HR professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/HRMasterclassFree training for all corporate professionals: https://www.irinaposan.com/get-hired-fast-webinarWork with me: https://www.irinaposan.com/work-with-meInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/careercoachirina/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/irinaposan/Website: http://www.irinaposan.com
Transcribe →75. I Hate My Job Is It Time to Quit?
Apr 2300:27:20Tap to summarizeHR STAR NOW OPEN: https://www.irinaposan.com/hrstarlaunch What should you do when you hate your job but you’re not sure quitting is the right move?In this episode of Career Cravings, I’m sharing my honest and slightly spicy take as a former HR leader on one of the biggest career decisions professionals face.I also share a vulnerable behind-the-scenes update on my book journey and why I made the difficult decision to delete half of my manuscript and start over so the message reflects the legacy I truly want to leave.In this episode, we talk about:✔ The hiring bias many job seekers underestimate when they leave a role✔ Why quitting can reduce your leverage in interviews and negotiations✔ The difference between being burned out vs simply feeling stuck or bored✔ The questions you should ask yourself before making the decision to resign✔ What to do if you are already unemployed and want to show up confident in interviewsIf you’re feeling stuck in a role you hate but unsure whether quitting is the right move, this episode will help you slow down, get strategic, and make a decision that protects your career and your future.
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