Looped in: Career Conversations https://loopedin.podbean.com Formerly Finding Career Clarity. New name, same conversations. Now with more I/Os who get it.

This podcast is for you if you've ever asked yourself, "Okay, what am I actually doing with my career?"

]]> Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:04:26 -0400 https://podbean.com/?v=5.5 en Copyright 2025 All rights reserved. Business:Careers 1440 episodic Heather Morton Heather Morton No false https://feed.podbean.com/loopedin/feed.xml https://pbcdn1.podbean.com/imglogo/image-logo/21687405/Looped_in_Career_Conversationsaeleh.jpg Looped in: Career Conversations https://loopedin.podbean.com 144 144 Ep. 3 Emotional Intelligence at Work Ep. 3 Emotional Intelligence at Work https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/emotions/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/emotions/#comments Thu, 23 Jul 2026 10:04:26 -0400 loopedin.podbean.com/bc1ca584-6532-3ea1-9c74-ecc40117c3c1 Emotional intelligence is often treated as a simple leadership skill, with one or two basic components, but is it really that straightforward?

In this episode, we explore what emotional intelligence looks like in practice, discuss common misconceptions, and examine how empathy, self-awareness, communication, conflict, and even neurodiversity shape how we work and connect with others.

Want to find out more about LOOP? You're just one click away:

→ League of Organizational Psychologists

]]> Emotional intelligence is often treated as a simple leadership skill, with one or two basic components, but is it really that straightforward?

In this episode, we explore what emotional intelligence looks like in practice, discuss common misconceptions, and examine how empathy, self-awareness, communication, conflict, and even neurodiversity shape how we work and connect with others.

Want to find out more about LOOP? You're just one click away:

→ League of Organizational Psychologists

]]> In this episode, we explore what emotional intelligence looks like in practice, discuss common misconceptions, and examine how empathy, self-awareness, communication, conflict, and even neurodiversity shape how we work and connect with others. Heather Morton false No 3597 2 3 full Ep. 2 Let's Talk About Motivation Ep. 2 Let's Talk About Motivation https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/motivation/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/motivation/#comments Fri, 17 Jul 2026 23:19:12 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/eba0d0fa-c05b-31b9-a3d1-3c96eaa7d323 What drives you? What helps keep you motivated at work? In this episode, stay in the loop on evidence-based motivational theories.

Want to find out more about LOOP? You're just one click away:

→ League of Organizational Psychologists

Reference

Imran, U. D., Ghazwan, M. F., & Firmansyah, F. (2025). The effect of recognition and appreciation on employee motivation and performance. Economics and Digital Business Review, 6(1), 1-18.

]]> What drives you? What helps keep you motivated at work? In this episode, stay in the loop on evidence-based motivational theories.

Want to find out more about LOOP? You're just one click away:

→ League of Organizational Psychologists

Reference

Imran, U. D., Ghazwan, M. F., & Firmansyah, F. (2025). The effect of recognition and appreciation on employee motivation and performance. Economics and Digital Business Review, 6(1), 1-18.

]]> What drives you? What helps keep you motivated at work? In this episode, stay in the loop on evidence-based motivational theories. Heather Morton false No 3333 32 full Ep. 1 What Does Organizational Development Mean to You? Ep. 1 What Does Organizational Development Mean to You? https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/loopedinlaunch/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/loopedinlaunch/#comments Thu, 02 Jul 2026 21:50:49 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/ad10c044-81a4-3bbe-89bb-b6b4611bce70 Just In! The First Official League of Organizational Psychologists (LOOP) Podcast Launch! Looped In: Career Conversations. In this episode, we discuss organizational development (and what attracts people to this area), careers in I/O psychology, and resume wins and woes. 

Want to find out more about the LOOP? Check out our website to stay in the loop:

]]> Just In! The First Official League of Organizational Psychologists (LOOP) Podcast Launch! Looped In: Career Conversations. In this episode, we discuss organizational development (and what attracts people to this area), careers in I/O psychology, and resume wins and woes. 

Want to find out more about the LOOP? Check out our website to stay in the loop:

]]> Just In! The First Official League of Organizational Psychologists (LOOP) Podcast Launch! Looped In: Career Conversations. In this episode, we discuss organizational development (and what attracts people to this area), careers in I/O psychology, and resume wins and woes. Heather Morton false No 2794 2 1 full Ep. 31 Part 2 of Resume Talk with Dr. Alex DeChurch Ep. 31 Part 2 of Resume Talk with Dr. Alex DeChurch https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/resumepart2/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/resumepart2/#comments Sat, 27 Jun 2026 20:12:57 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/bf267ba9-c092-3d00-a62f-4bcc7f6efe23 How much can a resume really communicate in just a few seconds? In this episode, Dr. Alex DeChurch and I discuss applicant tracking systems (ATS), networking, resume strategy, and why understanding your unique value matters just as much as optimizing your resume for the hiring process.

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• • Book a FREE Initial Strategy Session

]]> How much can a resume really communicate in just a few seconds? In this episode, Dr. Alex DeChurch and I discuss applicant tracking systems (ATS), networking, resume strategy, and why understanding your unique value matters just as much as optimizing your resume for the hiring process.

Need help with your resume? Download the resume resource here:

Want to stay in the loop about what I'm creating for the I/O community?

Want even more career clarity?

• • Book a FREE Initial Strategy Session

]]> How much can a resume really communicate in just a few seconds? In this episode, Dr. Alex DeChurch and I discuss applicant tracking systems (ATS), networking, resume strategy, and why understanding your unique value matters just as much as optimizing your resume for the hiring process. Heather Morton false No 1449 31 full Ep. 30 The Resume Review: What We've Learned from Reviewing Resumes (ft. Dr. Alex DeChurch) Ep. 30 The Resume Review: What We've Learned from Reviewing Resumes (ft. Dr. Alex DeChurch) https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/resumehelp/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/resumehelp/#comments Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:25:31 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/4adcf15a-fcd0-3896-8317-cdef5344fc81 In this episode, Heather and Alex DeChurch discuss common resume mistakes and how to make your experience stand out. In addition, they also share ways to tell your story and showcase your accomplishments in a way that gets attention from hiring managers and recruiters. 

Need help with your resume? Download the resume resource here:

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]]> In this episode, Heather and Alex DeChurch discuss common resume mistakes and how to make your experience stand out. In addition, they also share ways to tell your story and showcase your accomplishments in a way that gets attention from hiring managers and recruiters. 

Need help with your resume? Download the resume resource here:

Want to stay in the loop about what I'm creating for the I/O community?

Want even more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather and Alex DeChurch discuss common resume mistakes and how to make your experience stand out. In addition, they also share ways to tell your story and showcase your accomplishments in a way that gets attention from hiring managers and recruiters. Heather Morton false No 1039 30 full Ep. 29 What You Can Control in Your Job Search Ep. 29 What You Can Control in Your Job Search https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/influence/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/influence/#comments Wed, 10 Jun 2026 15:30:00 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/dead6acb-b19b-3e07-89f6-1c0540f70e37 In this podcast, Heather introduces the Spheres of Influence framework to help listeners focus their time and energy on what they can actually control in their job search. She shares practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and burnout and use both the Circle of Control and Circle of Influence to make meaningful progress toward career goals.

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]]> In this podcast, Heather introduces the Spheres of Influence framework to help listeners focus their time and energy on what they can actually control in their job search. She shares practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and burnout and use both the Circle of Control and Circle of Influence to make meaningful progress toward career goals.

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Spheres of Influence

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]]> In this podcast, Heather introduces the Spheres of Influence framework to help listeners focus their time and energy on what they can actually control in their job search. She shares practical strategies to reduce overwhelm and burnout and use both the Circle of Control and Circle of Influence to make meaningful progress toward career goals. Heather Morton false No 618 29 full Ep. 28 Navigating the I/O Field When You're Unclear of Your Path Ep. 28 Navigating the I/O Field When You're Unclear of Your Path https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/navigatingthefield/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/navigatingthefield/#comments Fri, 05 Jun 2026 12:46:28 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/8641e8cf-7c82-3856-891d-0d43917c3bc0 In this episode, Heather talks about the different areas within the field of I/O psychology and how this can lead to confusion and burnout in many new grads and career seekers. She also explains how many I/Os look for certainty before taking action. However, instead of trying to find one perfect "forever" path, work on identifying your strengths, values, and interests. 

Ready to explore your own career interests?

Click here to download your free Career Interests Worksheet!

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]]> In this episode, Heather talks about the different areas within the field of I/O psychology and how this can lead to confusion and burnout in many new grads and career seekers. She also explains how many I/Os look for certainty before taking action. However, instead of trying to find one perfect "forever" path, work on identifying your strengths, values, and interests. 

Ready to explore your own career interests?

Click here to download your free Career Interests Worksheet!

Want to stay in the loop about what I'm creating for the I/O community?

Tap here

Want even more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather talks about the different areas within the field of I/O psychology and how this can lead to confusion and burnout in many new grads and career seekers. She also explains how many I/Os look for certainty before taking action. However, instead of trying to find one perfect ”forever” path, work on identifying your strengths, values, and interests. Heather Morton false No 668 28 full Ep. 27 Lost in Your I/O Career? Listen to This Ep. 27 Lost in Your I/O Career? Listen to This https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/wellbeing/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/wellbeing/#comments Sat, 30 May 2026 00:21:02 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/28026532-1dce-3fd7-930c-b77fb5c8c485 In this episode, Heather talks about how the job search process can be challenging; however, it's important to prioritize your well-being.  She also shares that she's building something new for the I/O community to help students, new grads, and career transitioners gain more career direction and confidence.

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]]> In this episode, Heather talks about how the job search process can be challenging; however, it's important to prioritize your well-being.  She also shares that she's building something new for the I/O community to help students, new grads, and career transitioners gain more career direction and confidence.

Want to stay in the loop about what I'm creating for the I/O community? Tap here.

Want even more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather talks about how the job search process can be challenging; however, it’s important to prioritize your well-being.  She also shares that she’s building something new for the I/O community to help students, new grads, and career transitioners gain more career direction and confidence. Heather Morton false No 419 27 full Ep. 26 Gaining Clarity in Your I/O Career Ep. 26 Gaining Clarity in Your I/O Career https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/ep-26-gaining-clarity-in-your-io-career/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/ep-26-gaining-clarity-in-your-io-career/#comments Fri, 22 May 2026 13:15:54 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/3a802e1b-1071-33a3-8e4f-3462e835031b In this episode, Heather discusses why career readiness in I/O psychology is about more than just resumes and LinkedIn profiles. Using her three-step framework of Know Yourself, Know the Market, and Know Your Path Forward, she explores how new graduates can build clarity and confidence without feeling overwhelmed by all of the possible career directions in the field. 

I/O Career Readiness Checklist

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]]> In this episode, Heather discusses why career readiness in I/O psychology is about more than just resumes and LinkedIn profiles. Using her three-step framework of Know Yourself, Know the Market, and Know Your Path Forward, she explores how new graduates can build clarity and confidence without feeling overwhelmed by all of the possible career directions in the field. 

I/O Career Readiness Checklist

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]]> In this episode, Heather discusses why career readiness in I/O psychology is about more than just resumes and LinkedIn profiles. Using her three-step framework of Know Yourself, Know the Market, and Know Your Path Forward, she explores how new graduates can build clarity and confidence without feeling overwhelmed by all of the possible career directions in the field. Heather Morton false No 734 26 full Ep. 25 Building a Portfolio With “No Experience” Ep. 25 Building a Portfolio With “No Experience” https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/portfolio/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/portfolio/#comments Sat, 16 May 2026 17:20:00 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/0cdacc16-d102-3384-8c2f-917f8c703ba0 In this episode, Heather talks about how early-career and aspiring I/O psychologists can build credible portfolios even before working with a single client. She discusses how your coursework, internships, research, LinkedIn content, and side projects can all become valuable portfolio pieces when positioned strategically. 

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather talks about how early-career and aspiring I/O psychologists can build credible portfolios even before working with a single client. She discusses how your coursework, internships, research, LinkedIn content, and side projects can all become valuable portfolio pieces when positioned strategically. 

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather talks about how early-career and aspiring I/O psychologists can build credible portfolios even before working with a single client. She discusses how your coursework, internships, research, LinkedIn content, and side projects can all become valuable portfolio pieces when positioned strategically. Heather Morton false No 706 25 full Ep. 24 SIOP, AI, and What I'm Doing Differently Now Ep. 24 SIOP, AI, and What I'm Doing Differently Now https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/siop/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/siop/#comments Tue, 05 May 2026 09:14:59 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/d1b71926-6962-3da0-b105-136c3a9f7bf7 In this episode, Heather shares top takeaways from last week’s annual SIOP conference and how it’s shaping her thinking on AI, teaching, and career development. She also announces the launch of her newest I/O Psychology Career Accelerator Workbook. To get even more support, she introduces her new Office Hours offering for quick, focused career support.

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]]> In this episode, Heather shares top takeaways from last week’s annual SIOP conference and how it’s shaping her thinking on AI, teaching, and career development. She also announces the launch of her newest I/O Psychology Career Accelerator Workbook. To get even more support, she introduces her new Office Hours offering for quick, focused career support.

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather shares top takeaways from last week’s annual SIOP conference and how it’s shaping her thinking on AI, teaching, and career development. She also announces the launch of her newest I/O Psychology Career Accelerator Workbook and Office Hours. Heather Morton false No 763 24 full Ep. 23 Replay of Why Your I/O Career is Unclear Ep. 23 Replay of Why Your I/O Career is Unclear https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/unclearrepeat/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/unclearrepeat/#comments Sun, 26 Apr 2026 21:41:56 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/5a87b256-38e7-3bf1-9b78-66b75bb13c2a This week, I'm resharing one of my most popular episodes: Why Your I/O Career is Unclear Right Now. This past week, I had the pleasure of traveling to D.C. to talk to I/O graduates at the University of Maryland about how to find your place in the field of I/O.

Can you finish this sentence? "I want to help _____ solve _____ using _____."

If you can't, chances are it's time to reflect on your interests, values, and strengths!

Want more career clarity?

]]> This week, I'm resharing one of my most popular episodes: Why Your I/O Career is Unclear Right Now. This past week, I had the pleasure of traveling to D.C. to talk to I/O graduates at the University of Maryland about how to find your place in the field of I/O.

Can you finish this sentence?
"I want to help _____ solve _____ using _____."

If you can't, chances are it's time to reflect on your interests, values, and strengths!

Want more career clarity?

]]> This week, I’m resharing one of my most popular episodes: Why Your I/O Career is Unclear Right Now. This past week, I had the pleasure of traveling to D.C. to talk to I/O graduates at the University of Maryland about how to find your place in the field of I/O. Heather Morton false No 504 23 full Ep. 22 Why "Thinking About It" Can Be Risky In Your Career Ep. 22 Why "Thinking About It" Can Be Risky In Your Career https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/thinking/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/thinking/#comments Sun, 19 Apr 2026 00:14:50 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/e6d37887-fcd3-3c62-b67c-6c329bdef667 In this episode, Heather explores how overthinking and analysis paralysis can keep you stuck in your career and delay meaningful progress. She also shares how to shift from passive learning to intentional action so you can start building clarity through small, consistent habits.

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather explores how overthinking and analysis paralysis can keep you stuck in your career and delay meaningful progress. She also shares how to shift from passive learning to intentional action so you can start building clarity through small, consistent habits.

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather explores how overthinking and analysis paralysis can keep you stuck in your career and delay meaningful progress. She also shares how to shift from passive learning to intentional action so you can start building clarity through small, consistent habits. Heather Morton false No 662 22 full Ep. 21 Are You Marketable or Just Busy? Ep. 21 Are You Marketable or Just Busy? https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/marketyourself/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/marketyourself/#comments Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:51:05 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/ebdf6337-de6a-331a-8d58-8fc4a6d00996 In this episode, Heather breaks down the difference between being busy and building your I/O career. She introduces an exercise you can begin using today: A skills gap analysis, along with a helpful tip to communicate your experience to hiring managers.

Career Accelerator Workshop

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]]> In this episode, Heather breaks down the difference between being busy and building your I/O career. She introduces an exercise you can begin using today: A skills gap analysis, along with a helpful tip to communicate your experience to hiring managers.

Career Accelerator Workshop

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]]> In this episode, Heather breaks down the difference between being busy and building your I/O career. She introduces an exercise you can begin using today: A skills gap analysis, along with a helpful tip to communicate your experience to hiring managers. Heather Morton false No 591 21 full Ep. 20 Choosing Your I/O Niche Ep. 20 Choosing Your I/O Niche https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/niche/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/niche/#comments Mon, 30 Mar 2026 15:08:29 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/2deb0e31-185f-382f-a4b1-e468b380a6f3 In this episode, Heather shares a simple framework to help you start exploring your I/O niche. By using your skills, energy, and the job market, you can start gaining clarity and direction in your career path.

FREE Career Acceleration Workshop

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]]> In this episode, Heather shares a simple framework to help you start exploring your I/O niche. By using your skills, energy, and the job market, you can start gaining clarity and direction in your career path.

FREE Career Acceleration Workshop

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather shares a simple framework to help you start exploring your I/O niche. By using your skills, energy, and the job market, you can start gaining clarity and direction in your career path. Heather Morton false No 718 20 full Ep. 19 Why Your I/O Career Is Unclear Right Now Ep. 19 Why Your I/O Career Is Unclear Right Now https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/careerunclear/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/careerunclear/#comments Wed, 25 Mar 2026 15:41:10 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/7daa4683-d609-35ff-88db-7643cd903e59 In this episode, Heather talks about why your career may be unclear right now. (And no, it's not because you're unqualified...)

After this quick episode, you’ll walk away with practical questions to help you start identifying your path within the field.

FREE Career Acceleration Workshop

Want more career clarity?

 

]]> In this episode, Heather talks about why your career may be unclear right now. (And no, it's not because you're unqualified...)

After this quick episode, you’ll walk away with practical questions to help you start identifying your path within the field.

FREE Career Acceleration Workshop

Want more career clarity?

 

]]> In this episode, Heather talks about why your career may be unclear right now, and it’s not because you’re unqualified. In this episode, she will present some practical questions to help you start identifying your path within the field. Heather Morton false No 504 19 full Ep. 18 You Can't Do It All (And That's Okay!) Ep. 18 You Can't Do It All (And That's Okay!) https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/cantdoitall/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/cantdoitall/#comments Thu, 19 Mar 2026 22:02:31 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/99c357d2-7715-3def-8dbd-bea85cbb40f5 In this episode, Heather shares two books that impacted how she approaches work today: Four Thousand Weeks and The 12 Week Year. She talks about the concepts of finitude and how 12-week planning can transform the way you think about productivity and goals. She also shares how letting go of what doesn’t matter and focusing on a few priorities can help you move forward with clarity and purpose.

Want more career clarity?

_____

Books

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]]> In this episode, Heather shares two books that impacted how she approaches work today: Four Thousand Weeks and The 12 Week Year. She talks about the concepts of finitude and how 12-week planning can transform the way you think about productivity and goals. She also shares how letting go of what doesn’t matter and focusing on a few priorities can help you move forward with clarity and purpose.

Want more career clarity?

_____

Books

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]]> In this episode, Heather shares about the books Four Thousand Weeks and The 12 Week Year. She also shares how letting go of what doesn’t matter and focusing on a few priorities can help you move forward with clarity and purpose. Heather Morton false No 817 18 full Ep. 17 Break the 9 to 5 Brain Ep. 17 Break the 9 to 5 Brain https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/breakthe9to5/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/breakthe9to5/#comments Fri, 13 Mar 2026 16:06:11 -0400 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/480f1e02-681a-3cf9-866b-874f9dd54a66 In this episode, Heather continues the conversation from "Ep. 16 Deconstructing the 9-to-5" by exploring why the traditional 40-hour workweek may no longer work for everyone.

She examines how ideas like the Pareto Principle, Parkinson’s Law, and output-based productivity challenge the outdated assumption that time spent working equals value created.

Heather also shares practical strategies for rethinking your habits so you can reclaim your time and create a career that better fits the world today.

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather continues the conversation from "Ep. 16 Deconstructing the 9-to-5" by exploring why the traditional 40-hour workweek may no longer work for everyone.

She examines how ideas like the Pareto Principle, Parkinson’s Law, and output-based productivity challenge the outdated assumption that time spent working equals value created.

Heather also shares practical strategies for rethinking your habits so you can reclaim your time and create a career that better fits the world today.

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather explores how the traditional 9-to-5 work model emerged from earlier industrial systems and why it may not fit today’s reality. She also shares insights and practical strategies to help you rethink productivity, audit how you spend your time, and begin aligning your habits. Heather Morton false No 784 17 full Ep. 16 Deconstructing the 9 to 5 Ep. 16 Deconstructing the 9 to 5 https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/ep-16-deconstructing-the-9-to-5/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/ep-16-deconstructing-the-9-to-5/#comments Wed, 04 Mar 2026 21:24:47 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/75dc7771-089c-3646-ba17-d3e802df6dbb In this episode, Heather shares how she went from burnout and rigid expectations to discovering a more flexible, values-aligned way of working. She opens up about breaking free from the traditional 9-to-5 narrative and finding clarity through freelance writing and redefining success on her own terms. She also breaks down the pressures of the linear career path and opens the door to creative, flexible, fulfilling work.

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]]> In this episode, Heather shares how she went from burnout and rigid expectations to discovering a more flexible, values-aligned way of working. She opens up about breaking free from the traditional 9-to-5 narrative and finding clarity through freelance writing and redefining success on her own terms. She also breaks down the pressures of the linear career path and opens the door to creative, flexible, fulfilling work.

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather shares how she shifted from burnout to finding a more flexible way of working. She opens up about breaking free from the traditional 9-to-5 job schedule by exploring freelance writing at first, among other entrepreneurial endeavors, while redefining success on her own terms. Heather Morton false No 765 16 full Ep. 15 Know Yourself: Identifying Your Values Ep. 15 Know Yourself: Identifying Your Values https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/values/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/values/#comments Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:11:33 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/21eb35a3-3f28-3563-a1bc-6a5ce10808ac In this episode, Heather explains how understanding what motivates you can help transform your decisions, improve career clarity, and increase your overall fulfillment. She also shares her own VIA results to show how strengths and values work together in real life.

Discover how to uncover your true core values using Heather’s step-by-step Value Sort Exercise and the VIA Character Strengths assessment.

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]]> In this episode, Heather explains how understanding what motivates you can help transform your decisions, improve career clarity, and increase your overall fulfillment. She also shares her own VIA results to show how strengths and values work together in real life.

Discover how to uncover your true core values using Heather’s step-by-step Value Sort Exercise and the VIA Character Strengths assessment.

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]]> In this episode, Heather discusses a practical exercise for identifying your top values and compares this with the VIA Character Strengths assessment. She explains how aligning your values (or character strengths) can create more clarity and direction in your career. Heather Morton false No 828 15 full Ep. 14 Stop Letting Bias Make Your Career Decisions Ep. 14 Stop Letting Bias Make Your Career Decisions https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/bias/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/bias/#comments Fri, 20 Feb 2026 23:29:01 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/d6c4dd67-78d7-37b2-9aed-5e4db117ed24 In this episode, Heather explores how cognitive biases like the ambiguity effect and the sunk cost fallacy quietly influence your career decisions. She breaks down why uncertainty often scares us away from opportunities and how past investments can keep us stuck in unfulfilling paths.

Your goals: Slow down, question assumptions, and make clearer, more confident choices.

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather explores how cognitive biases like the ambiguity effect and the sunk cost fallacy quietly influence your career decisions. She breaks down why uncertainty often scares us away from opportunities and how past investments can keep us stuck in unfulfilling paths.

Your goals: Slow down, question assumptions, and make clearer, more confident choices.

Want more career clarity?

]]> In this episode, Heather explains how fear of the unknown and the weight of past effort can cloud your judgment during a job search or career transition. She offers insights and strategies to help you identify these biases and move toward decisions that actually align with your goals. Heather Morton false No 846 14 full Ep. 13 Paradox of Choice Ep. 13 Paradox of Choice https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/paradoxofchoice/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/paradoxofchoice/#comments Thu, 12 Feb 2026 11:00:00 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/456ef544-9568-3c44-bc1e-47618e718d38 In this episode, Heather talks about the paradox of choice and how having too many options can actually make career decisions harder. She breaks down the psychology behind decision fatigue and explains why more choices often lead to less satisfaction.

Heather also shares her experience navigating the job market (quite terribly...) after grad school, and how narrowing down your options and focusing on your goals can lead to less stress and more clarity.

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]]> In this episode, Heather talks about the paradox of choice and how having too many options can actually make career decisions harder. She breaks down the psychology behind decision fatigue and explains why more choices often lead to less satisfaction.

Heather also shares her experience navigating the job market (quite terribly...) after grad school, and how narrowing down your options and focusing on your goals can lead to less stress and more clarity.

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]]> In this episode, Heather talks about how the paradox of choice can create decision paralysis in your job search and career planning. She explains how narrowing down your options and focusing on your goals can lead to less stress and more clarity. Heather Morton false No 786 13 full Ep. 12 The Cost of Staying Stuck Ep. 12 The Cost of Staying Stuck https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/stayingstuck/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/stayingstuck/#comments Thu, 05 Feb 2026 14:29:04 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/50437e7d-7d5d-3feb-bc6c-23c1dd1c9a0a In this episode, Heather breaks down the top five reasons people talk themselves out of hiring a career coach, from not having enough time to the fear of investing.

She also talks about why you'd rather stay stuck in your current situation, even if you don't like it, rather than try something new (ahem... thanks status quo bias). So, whether you're battling those dreaded Sunday scaries or sticking it out in a job that feels "fine," this episode offers some clarity to move you from surviving to thriving!

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She also talks about why you'd rather stay stuck in your current situation, even if you don't like it, rather than try something new (ahem... thanks status quo bias). So, whether you're battling those dreaded Sunday scaries or sticking it out in a job that feels "fine," this episode offers some clarity to move you from surviving to thriving!

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]]> In this episode, Heather explains common barriers and myths that prevent professionals from seeking career support. As an I/O psychologist and career coach, she explains why the status quo bias and loss aversion keep us stuck in our jobs and why investing in coaching is actually a strategy you can use to help you move toward success. Heather Morton false No 852 12 full Ep. 11 Milestones and Announcements Ep. 11 Milestones and Announcements https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/milestones/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/milestones/#comments Thu, 29 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/ccb9ba85-8fe7-3b01-be1e-dbec7bbf4bed In this episode, Heather reflects on what consistency, growth, and progress over perfection have meant in her own career journey. She shares common career challenges she sees through coaching and LinkedIn polls, including career switching without clarity, resume confusion, and decision fatigue.

Heather also introduces her new free, twice-monthly Career Clarity workshops and her newly published Career Clarity Workbook, designed to help listeners slow down, reflect, and make more aligned career decisions.

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]]> In this episode, Heather reflects on what consistency, growth, and progress over perfection have meant in her own career journey. She shares common career challenges she sees through coaching and LinkedIn polls, including career switching without clarity, resume confusion, and decision fatigue.

Heather also introduces her new free, twice-monthly Career Clarity workshops and her newly published Career Clarity Workbook, designed to help listeners slow down, reflect, and make more aligned career decisions.

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]]> Heather celebrates a podcast milestone and explores why clarity matters before making any big career decisions. She also shares how small, intentional habits can create momentum and confidence in your career. Finally, Heather introduces new things: the launch of her Career Clarity Workbook and her upcoming FREE Career Clarity workshops. Heather Morton false No 707 11 full Ep. 10 How I Got Into Career Coaching Ep. 10 How I Got Into Career Coaching https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/careercoaching/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/careercoaching/#comments Fri, 23 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/40aed1d6-1547-3cf0-abe6-0e07fc7d2978 In this episode, Heather shares her journey into career coaching and resume writing, and how her early curiosity about careers, education paths, and job requirements shaped the work she does today. She also discusses the different experiences and online habits that shaped her life and ultimately led her to pursue coaching.

An exciting update is also shared about her upcoming Career Clarity workbook and a free mini resource available to listeners.

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]]> In this episode, Heather shares her journey into career coaching and resume writing, and how her early curiosity about careers, education paths, and job requirements shaped the work she does today. She also discusses the different experiences and online habits that shaped her life and ultimately led her to pursue coaching.

An exciting update is also shared about her upcoming Career Clarity workbook and a free mini resource available to listeners.

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]]> Heather talks about how her lifelong interest in researching careers and helping others led her into career coaching. She also shares updates on career clarity tools and a new workbook designed to support listeners on their career journey. Heather Morton false No 758 10 full Ep. 9 I/Oifying Your Resume + My Journey to I/O Ep. 9 I/Oifying Your Resume + My Journey to I/O https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/ioifyyourresume/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/ioifyyourresume/#comments Fri, 16 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/5816cd11-24e3-35d6-bd9a-aa726b51ddb8 In this episode, Heather talks about how to I/O’ify your resume, especially if you're entering this field without previous industrial and organizational psychology experience. She shares her unconventional career path from surgical technology and applied behavior analysis to I/O psychology.

Toward the end of the episode, she offers tips for highlighting your transferable skills, relevant coursework, as well as creating a portfolio to really highlight your value.

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]]> In this episode, Heather talks about how to I/O’ify your resume, especially if you're entering this field without previous industrial and organizational psychology experience. She shares her unconventional career path from surgical technology and applied behavior analysis to I/O psychology.

Toward the end of the episode, she offers tips for highlighting your transferable skills, relevant coursework, as well as creating a portfolio to really highlight your value.

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]]> Heather Morton false No 1068 9 full Ep. 8 Writing Resumes That Get Read Ep. 8 Writing Resumes That Get Read https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/resumesthatgetread/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/resumesthatgetread/#comments Fri, 09 Jan 2026 15:30:00 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/8e39aee0-b44f-3fd0-8c4a-896248ba3a9e Were you ever taught how to write a resume that actually gets read? Or do you find yours getting thrown into the dreaded resume graveyard?

In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather breaks down what resumes are really for, why so many qualified candidates get filtered out, and how applicant tracking systems influence resume decisions. She also shares current best practices around length, formatting, and translating experience for roles you may not have officially held. 

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]]> Were you ever taught how to write a resume that actually gets read? Or do you find yours getting thrown into the dreaded resume graveyard?

In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather breaks down what resumes are really for, why so many qualified candidates get filtered out, and how applicant tracking systems influence resume decisions. She also shares current best practices around length, formatting, and translating experience for roles you may not have officially held. 

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]]> In this episode, Heather talks about how your resume is a marketing document designed to show alignment rather than list every job you’ve ever had. She covers ATS-friendly best practices and explains how to translate transferable experience across roles and industries. Heather Morton false No 1115 8 full Ep. 7 From Confusion to Direction: Know Your Path Forward Ep. 7 From Confusion to Direction: Know Your Path Forward https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/knowyourpathforward/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/knowyourpathforward/#comments Fri, 02 Jan 2026 11:00:00 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/d607afd1-fa2a-31e7-b228-c8a29adbafcc Clarity without action can feel just as frustrating as having no clarity at all. In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather explains the final step of the three-part framework: knowing your path forward.

She talks about the SMARTER goal framework and 90-day planning. So, if you’re ready to stop overthinking and start moving forward with confidence, this episode is for you.

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]]> Clarity without action can feel just as frustrating as having no clarity at all. In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather explains the final step of the three-part framework: knowing your path forward.

She talks about the SMARTER goal framework and 90-day planning. So, if you’re ready to stop overthinking and start moving forward with confidence, this episode is for you.

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]]> In episode seven, Heather explains how to move from self-awareness and market awareness into clear, flexible action. You’ll learn how to use the SMARTER goal framework and 90-day planning to reduce decision fatigue, build momentum, and create progress without burnout. Heather Morton false No 778 7 full Ep. 6 From Confusion to Direction: Know the Market Ep. 6 From Confusion to Direction: Know the Market https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/knowthemarket/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/knowthemarket/#comments Fri, 26 Dec 2025 11:00:00 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/f8c6933c-f74b-383a-974d-f87fecab50c9 In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather breaks down why knowing yourself is not enough to gain full career clarity. She explains how understanding the job market can help you bridge the gap between self-awareness and practical career decisions. Heather shows how to move from possibility to clarity with intention using strategies like informational interviews and O*NET.

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]]> In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather breaks down why knowing yourself is not enough to gain full career clarity. She explains how understanding the job market can help you bridge the gap between self-awareness and practical career decisions. Heather shows how to move from possibility to clarity with intention using strategies like informational interviews and O*NET.

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]]> Career clarity requires more than self-reflection. In this episode, Heather explores how knowing the market helps turn insight into realistic and fulfilling career choices. Heather Morton false No 858 6 full Ep. 5 From Confusion to Direction: Know Yourself Ep. 5 From Confusion to Direction: Know Yourself https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/knowyourself/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/knowyourself/#comments Sun, 21 Dec 2025 22:10:26 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/232e27ff-a2cd-3164-bce1-34e6b7ff6654 In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather explores how personal values play a critical role in gaining career clarity. She introduces the Values in Action (VIA) Character Strengths framework and shares her own top strengths to show how values influence decision-making, fulfillment, and direction. This episode also sets the stage for understanding how values fit into a larger career clarity framework.

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]]> In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather explores how personal values play a critical role in gaining career clarity. She introduces the Values in Action (VIA) Character Strengths framework and shares her own top strengths to show how values influence decision-making, fulfillment, and direction. This episode also sets the stage for understanding how values fit into a larger career clarity framework.

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]]> Career clarity starts with knowing yourself. In this episode, Heather shares how identifying and applying your core values can guide better career decisions and prevent career mishaps. Heather Morton false No 917 5 full Ep. 4 Leveraging Your Career Options Ep. 4 Leveraging Your Career Options https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/leveragingyourcareeroptions/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/leveragingyourcareeroptions/#comments Sat, 13 Dec 2025 16:34:58 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/158ccba3-bfec-383c-9a11-28e1cd55c46a In Episode 4 of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather talks about how to turn self-awareness into action using O*NET’s My Next Move. After building a foundation around interests, life roles, and career development theory, she focuses on how to explore career options in a practical and less overwhelming way. 

The focus is primarily on the My Next Move website, including keyword searches, career clusters, the Interest Profiler, Job Zones, and apprenticeships. She also explains why exploration isn’t about committing to one path, but about expanding awareness and finding options that fit your current life stage. 

This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, unsure of their next step, or overwhelmed by today’s job market.

Want more career clarity? Connect with Heather: https://linktr.ee/mortonheather

]]> In Episode 4 of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather talks about how to turn self-awareness into action using O*NET’s My Next Move. After building a foundation around interests, life roles, and career development theory, she focuses on how to explore career options in a practical and less overwhelming way. 

The focus is primarily on the My Next Move website, including keyword searches, career clusters, the Interest Profiler, Job Zones, and apprenticeships. She also explains why exploration isn’t about committing to one path, but about expanding awareness and finding options that fit your current life stage. 

This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, unsure of their next step, or overwhelmed by today’s job market.

Want more career clarity? Connect with Heather: https://linktr.ee/mortonheather

]]> In Episode 4 of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather talks about how to turn self-awareness into action using O*NET’s My Next Move, with a focus on exploring career options without becoming entirely overwhelmed. She walks you through features like career searches, interest profiling, Job Zones, and apprenticeships, and explains why exploration isn’t about locking yourself into one path. This episode is for anyone feeling stuck, unsure of their next step, or overwhelmed by career decisions in today’s job market. Heather Morton false No 1069 4 full Ep. 3 Understanding Your Work Interests and the Life Rainbow Ep. 3 Understanding Your Work Interests and the Life Rainbow https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/workinterestsandliferainbow/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/workinterestsandliferainbow/#comments Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:20:36 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/4f0efd7b-1615-3d92-af7f-dd15bf81ba14 In Episode 3 of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather talks about two career foundations every professional should understand: the RIASEC Interest Framework and Donald Super’s Life-Span, Life-Space Theory. 

She breaks down each of the six RIASEC types (Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, Conventional) in simple language and explains how your interests evolve across life stages using Super’s Life Rainbow. You’ll learn why your career seems to shift over time, how to use your interests and life roles to evaluate your next move, and how aligning your strengths, motivations, and season of life leads to a more satisfying and sustainable career path. 

If you’re feeling stuck, misaligned, or unsure what comes next, this episode gives you the clarity you need to make more confident decisions. (No career panic required!)

Interested in taking the O*NET Interest Profiler? Check it out here: https://www.onetcenter.org/IP.html

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]]> In Episode 3 of the Finding Career Clarity Podcast, Heather talks about two career foundations every professional should understand: the RIASEC Interest Framework and Donald Super’s Life-Span, Life-Space Theory. 

She breaks down each of the six RIASEC types (Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, Conventional) in simple language and explains how your interests evolve across life stages using Super’s Life Rainbow. You’ll learn why your career seems to shift over time, how to use your interests and life roles to evaluate your next move, and how aligning your strengths, motivations, and season of life leads to a more satisfying and sustainable career path. 

If you’re feeling stuck, misaligned, or unsure what comes next, this episode gives you the clarity you need to make more confident decisions. (No career panic required!)

Interested in taking the O*NET Interest Profiler? Check it out here: https://www.onetcenter.org/IP.html

Want more career clarity? Connect with Heather: https://linktr.ee/mortonheather

]]> In this episode, Heather breaks down the RIASEC work interest types and explores Donald Super’s Life-Span, Life-Space Theory to show how your career preferences evolve. You’ll learn why certain roles fit better in different seasons of life and how aligning your interests, strengths, and life stages leads to true career clarity. Heather Morton false No 933 3 full Ep. 2 Your Work Interests and You Ep. 2 Your Work Interests and You https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/yourworkinterestsandyou/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/yourworkinterestsandyou/#comments Sat, 29 Nov 2025 16:22:27 -0500 findingcareerclarity.podbean.com/31f6edbd-2011-3016-8a65-af01c30d0300 In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity podcast, Heather shares how understanding your interests can explain why certain jobs feel energizing while others feel absolutely draining, even if they look perfect on paper.

She introduces the RIASEC model (Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, Conventional), and walks through how the free O*NET Interest Profiler helped her connect her lived work experiences to her true strengths.

Using real examples from her own career journey, Heather shows listeners how comparing their RIASEC results to their current, past, and ideal roles can uncover patterns, reveal misalignment, and guide more confident career decisions.

Interested in taking the O*NET Interest Profiler? Check it out here: https://www.onetcenter.org/IP.html

Want more career clarity? Connect with Heather: https://linktr.ee/mortonheather

 

]]> In this episode of the Finding Career Clarity podcast, Heather shares how understanding your interests can explain why certain jobs feel energizing while others feel absolutely draining, even if they look perfect on paper.

She introduces the RIASEC model (Realistic, Investigative, Artistic, Social, Enterprising, Conventional), and walks through how the free O*NET Interest Profiler helped her connect her lived work experiences to her true strengths.

Using real examples from her own career journey, Heather shows listeners how comparing their RIASEC results to their current, past, and ideal roles can uncover patterns, reveal misalignment, and guide more confident career decisions.

Interested in taking the O*NET Interest Profiler? Check it out here: https://www.onetcenter.org/IP.html

Want more career clarity? Connect with Heather: https://linktr.ee/mortonheather

 

]]> It’s not completely surprising that resumes never tell the full story of career satisfaction. In this episode, Heather talks about how the RIASEC framework can clarify the types of work you are naturally wired for. She also offers you a practical path to align your career with your actual interests. Heather Morton false No 547 2 full Ep. 1 What the #$@!% is Industrial-Organizational Psychology Ep. 1 What the #$@!% is Industrial-Organizational Psychology https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/whatisiopsychology/ https://loopedin.podbean.com/e/whatisiopsychology/#comments Sat, 22 Nov 2025 12:20:19 -0500 hello3ng.podbean.com/a0eecf46-0e8f-3f52-8f00-821e61e03c46 In this first episode of Finding Career Clarity, I break down what I-O psychology really is, why the name is so confusing, and how it can help if you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure about your career.

I share my own path into the field and set the stage for weekly clarity boosts. Going forward, my goal is to help you understand your strengths, interests, and values so you can make more confident, aligned career decisions.

Want more career clarity? Connect with Heather: https://linktr.ee/mortonheather

 

]]> In this first episode of Finding Career Clarity, I break down what I-O psychology really is, why the name is so confusing, and how it can help if you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure about your career.

I share my own path into the field and set the stage for weekly clarity boosts. Going forward, my goal is to help you understand your strengths, interests, and values so you can make more confident, aligned career decisions.

Want more career clarity? Connect with Heather: https://linktr.ee/mortonheather

 

]]> This episode introduces the field of I-O psychology in a simple, relatable way, as well as introducing the podcast host, Heather: an I-O psychologist, coach, educator, and your career clarity guide. Heather Morton false No 463 1 full