Episode 2 – Stop Waiting, Start Living

In this episode, I call out the silent career killers: waiting for things to “get better”, waiting to be chosen, and numbing yourself through another week in a job that drains you. I share how to recognise when you’re out of alignment, reflect on your career high and low points, and craft work that energises and expands you.

If you’ve been living for the weekend, this is your reminder that you can course-correct at any time. Your career is your lifetime body of work - it deserves more care than you’ve been giving it.

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How to make progress when the hiring system feels broken.

If you're feeling overlooked, sidelined, or stuck in a hiring process that seems to favour buzzwords over brilliance — you're not alone.

In this episode, we explore the very real experience of being labelled “too experienced” or “not the right fit” and what to do when the system doesn’t see you.

You’ll learn how to:

✅ Build momentum even when no one’s calling ✅ Shift from waiting to be picked → to showing your value ✅ Reclaim your confidence and design your next chapter on your terms ✅ Build visibility in ways that cut through hiring noise

Because the truth is: You don’t need to be chosen to start. You need clarity, boldness, and a willingness to be seen.

Click the link below to access my free Strategic Visibility Checklist - a powerful tool to help you stand out for the right opportunities:

https://www.kirstenmckinnon.me/strategicvisibilitychecklist

Welcome to Careers by Kirsten

Are you tired of outdated career advice that doesn’t reflect who you are or where you're going? You’re in the right place.

I’m Kirsten McKinnon - Career Growth and Visibility Strategist and this is Careers by Kirsten: a podcast for professionals who are done waiting to be chosen and are ready to build a standout professional brand, land meaningful opportunities and finally own their unique value.

In this trailer, I’ll share who this podcast is for, what you can expect in each episode, and why now is the time to take control of your career story.

Whether you’re mid-career and craving change, a high achiever who's gone under-recognised, or you're exploring how to move from employee to expert - you’ll find the guidance, mindset shifts, and strategy you’ve been looking for.

✨ It’s time to stop blending in and start standing out.

Subscribe now and let’s get to work on your next chapter.