by Deb Oronzio | Mar 11, 2026 | Artificial Intelligence, Job Interview
Leaving Behind Old Job-Search Habits to Build Momentum in 2026 If you’re starting 2026 in the midst of a job search, I want to say this upfront: you’re probably not lacking effort. Most people I talk with are already doing what they’ve been told to do—updating...
by Deb Oronzio | Jan 25, 2026 | Career Exploration, Job Interview
Skills-based hiring builds on behavioral interviewing—emphasizing how people have actually handled real situations, not how they describe themselves. Let’s Clear the Language First If you’ve spent time hiring, leading teams, or coaching professionals, this probably...
by Deb Oronzio | Dec 22, 2025 | Career Coach, Career Exploration
Many of my clients learned something the hard way. They discovered a missed opportunity cost in not hiring a career coach. I have many examples of this from various clients. Searching for a job today is not the same as it was even five years ago. The market is...
by Deb Oronzio | Nov 22, 2025 | Career Exploration
Strategy 1: Build Your “Shortlist Portfolio” Don’t just tell them what you can do; show them. Pick 3 dream roles you want to target in Q1. Select one tangible example for each (project, result, or framework) that demonstrates your specific approach. Create a 3–5 page...
by Deb Oronzio | Nov 21, 2025 | Career Exploration, Job Interview
December can be one of the loneliest months in a job search. It’s the perfect time to accelerate your job search.Everything feels quieter — job boards slow down, inboxes thin out, and hiring teams seem to vanish. At the same time, the holiday season kicks into...
