What does a real career transition actually look like from the inside? In this episode, Kevin Cameron sits down with Christine Avedissian, a Talent - Connect coaching client and in-house attorney who navigated a layoff in one of the most competitive job markets in recent memory. Christine opens up about what caught her off guard, what finally clicked, and the practical habits that got her across the finish line.
From the "dartboard" networking approach to colour-coded interview cheat sheets, Christine shares the tools and mindset shifts that made the difference - including how she managed her mental health, set boundaries with her support circle, and stayed organised when everything felt out of her control. If you're in career transition right now, this one is for you.
Key Takeaways
Network before you apply — find a connection at the company first, then submit your application.
Don't let a rejection from an ATS system be the final word.
A system said no; a person may still say yes. Treat your job search like a job — build a routine, track everything in a spreadsheet, and protect your mental health.
Use remote interviews to your advantage with cheat sheets, post-its, and visual reminders.
Apply even if you don't tick every box — job descriptions are often wish lists.
Visualise what you actually want and come back to it when the process feels overwhelming.
Episode Highlights
Christine's surprising discovery that her resume wasn't reaching human eyes.
The moment she realised she needed a new strategy — and what she did about it.
Why the people closest to you might not be your best advocates in a job search.
Her layered interview prep method: company research, interviewer research, and personal tie-backs.
How she managed anxiety by setting clear expectations with family and friends.
The turning point when six or seven active interviews gave her confidence the process was working.
Timestamps
00:00 — Introduction
00:40 — Meet Christine Avedissian
01:38 — Christine's career background
03:15 — The biggest surprise: resumes not reaching people
04:22 — The turning point and new strategy
05:44 — Mass outreach and unexpected helpers
08:04 — Why people outside your close circle often help more
11:36 — Building a daily routine and protecting mental health
14:55 — Preparing for remote interviews
16:21 — The cheat sheet system
18:10 — What interviewers are really looking for: fit
19:07 — The turning point in Christine's search
20:09 — Visualisation as a daily tool
22:08 — Final advice: don't let job descriptions scare you off
24:22 — Outreach cadence: once a week
25:16 — Christine's why
Connect With Christine
LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/christine-avedissian-5b457115
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