Find Your Dream Job: Insider Tips for Finding Work, Advancing your Career, and Loving Your Job

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Feeling stuck is a common part of a job search. But many people aren’t sure how to move forward when their efforts start to feel stalled. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, guest expert Diane DeVore talks about why so many candidates lose momentum and how they can find their way forward. Rather than pushing harder or applying to more roles, Diane encourages job seekers to slow down, reconnect with themselves, and get clear on what they want next.

Diane also shares ways to bring focus and self-care back to your search. She talks about how to tailor your resume, build connections, and give yourself room to change. You’ll learn how small, steady steps can help you move forward and find work that feels like a stronger fit for you. 



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Diane DeVore is the assistant director for career services at Everett Community College.




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Relationships matter when you’re looking for work. But many people feel unsure how to approach them in a way that feels natural. On this episode of Find Your Dream Job, Matthew Warner reframes networking as something deeply human. Rather than collecting contacts, he talks about building relationships with people you enjoy and respect. Matthew explains how investing in your network over time can create trust, shape hiring decisions and help you find work that’s a strong fit.

Matthew also offers advice on how to care for your network over time. He compares relationships to a garden that needs regular care, not bursts of attention when you need something. You’ll learn how small actions, consistency and reciprocity can strengthen your connections throughout your career and why a simple check-in can make a meaningful difference.



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Matthew Warner is the chief people and culture officer at Friends of the Children - Portland.




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Standing out in today’s job market takes more than strong credentials. On this week’s episode of Find Your Dream Job, guest expert Cory Steward explains why interviews matter so much when hundreds of qualified candidates apply for the same role. He shares what employers are really looking for, including confidence, curiosity, and a good fit with the team, and why being prepared and personable can leave a lasting impression. Cory also explains why being a little bolder in interviews can help you stand out.

Cory offers specific steps to help you show up more confidently in interviews. He explains how to research employers so you feel prepared, ask questions that help you assess whether a role is a good fit, and follow up without overthinking it. He also covers how to manage self-doubt, take thoughtful risks, and know when it’s time to move on. If you want to feel more confident and prepared in interviews, this episode will help you stand out and get hired.



About Our Guest:



Cory Steward owns and runs the top coaching firm, Get Career Confidence.




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Changing careers can feel daunting, especially when fear, guilt, or long-held beliefs about who you should be start to surface. On this week’s episode of Find Your Dream Job, guest expert Carissa Kerrissey explains why career pivots are far more common than people realize and how our brain’s natural negativity bias can make change feel harder than it is. Carissa breaks down myths like “I’m too old to start over” and shows how identity, purpose, and shifting values often signal that it’s time to explore a new direction.

She also shares practical steps for navigating the inner critic, recognizing the transferable skills you already have, and using your core values to guide your next move. If you’re burned out, feeling stuck, or simply ready for a fresh start, Carissa’s advice offers a clear, encouraging path toward work that fits who you are today.



About Our Guest:



Carissa Kerrissey is the founder of Future Forward Careers. Carissa’s company helps burned-out teachers and mission-driven professionals reclaim energy, rediscover purpose, and transition into fulfilling work.




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Career pivots rooted in relationships can often lead to meaningful work. On this bonus episode of Find Your Dream Job, Melanie Klym, Northwest River Restoration Director at American Rivers, shares why she loves protecting rivers across the Pacific Northwest. She also reflects on how she knew it was time to leave private engineering consulting and move into the nonprofit sector to expand her impact and better align her work with her values.

Melanie talks through the job search habits that have shaped her career path, including informational interviews, volunteering, and working with mentors over time. By reaching out to people she admired, staying curious about different career paths, and building relationships before roles were posted, she found a position that was a strong fit. Her takeaways for job seekers: focus on people, stay engaged in your community, and think of networking as something you do throughout your career — not just during a job search.

About Our Guest:

Melanie Klym is the Northwest River Restoration Director at American Rivers. 

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Connect with Melanie on LinkedIn. 

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