If the job search feels confusing when rejections come with zero feedback, this episode unlocks to what’s actually happening beneath the surface. Today’s conversation breaks down the two paths professionals most commonly find themselves on and explains how to tell which one you’re on. Often, the solution isn’t about doing more, but about recognizing whether a simple tune-up is needed or if the foundation itself needs attention.

Clarity around direction, value, and communication changes everything - from how employers respond, to how confident you feel showing up. When the mystery lifts, momentum follows, and decisions start to feel easier, cleaner, and more aligned.

You’ll learn:

✔ The common symptoms that signal a lack of clarity in your search

✔ Why slowing down briefly can lead to faster, stronger results

✔ The early signs that confirm you’re finally on the right track

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👋  WELCOME TO THE UNCOMMON CAREER! 

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📥 Podcast Roadmap - our best guidance for every stage of your search:  https://theuncommoncareer.com/roadmap

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Patricia Ortega is known for teaching a strategic, emotionally intelligent approach to job searching that emphasizes clarity over activity, quality over quantity, and positioning over credentials—helping mid-career professionals rise above crowded applicant pools and land aligned roles faster.