Career Clarity Unlocked

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By: Theresa White

If you’ve ever asked yourself, "Is this really what I’m meant to do?" you’re in the right place. I'm Theresa White, Career Clarity Expert and 5x Certified Career Coach. Through Career Clarity Unlocked, I help you break free from the endless cycle of job dissatisfaction, burnout, and career confusion. Every week, we dig deep into real-world job search strategies, and the emotional and strategic side of career change. Whether you’re trying to pivot careers without starting over, search for a job that aligns with your values, or finally build a career you’re proud of, you’ll find the...

The X-Factor That Makes or Breaks Your Career Change
#57
Last Monday at 1:15 PM

This episode of Career Clarity Unlocked is a little different—and totally exciting—because the tables have turned! Katie Momo is back, but this time she’s interviewing Theresa White to dive deep into the X-factor that can make or break your career change.

If you’ve been sending out application after application with no luck, or acing interviews but still not getting offers, this episode is for you. Theresa reveals the subtle signs that it’s time to revamp your personal brand and shares what it takes to tell a compelling story that truly resonates with employers...


Career Advice for Creatives: How to Find Work That Doesn’t Destroy Your Soul
#56
07/21/2025

Struggling to balance creative passion with paying the bills? Download the free Impact-Driven Job Guide and find roles that align with your creativity and values → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/Impact-Driven-Job-Guide

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, career coach Theresa White sits down with Rebecca Scott—Content Marketing Lead at Venture for Canada, artist, and multi-passionate creative—to talk about what it really feels like to be a creative professional in today's career landscape.

Rebecca shares her non-linear career journey from studying psychology to working in marketing, entrepreneurship, and nonprofit leadership. Together, they explore the Sparketype® framewo...


Find Your Spark & Build a Fulfilling Career
#55
07/14/2025

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, host Theresa White, a Career Clarity Expert and 5-time Certified Career Coach, sits down with the brilliant Jonathan Fields, creator of the Sparketype® Assessment and host of the Good Life Project.

Jonathan shares his personal journey from a high-pressure legal career to becoming a leading voice in career transformation. Together, Theresa and Jonathan unpack powerful strategies for discovering your passions, aligning your career with your values, and achieving true fulfillment in your professional life.

This episode dives into real-life stories and actionable insights designed to help you discover w...


Why Your Body Knows When a Job Is Wrong: How Your Nervous System Affects Your Career
#54
07/07/2025

Ever feel like your job is draining the life out of you, but you can’t explain why?

In this powerful episode, I’m joined by Brian Trzaskos, co-creator of the trauma-sensitive, sensation-based motivation method. We talk about how your body (yep, your actual nervous system) might be holding the truth your brain’s been ignoring, especially when it comes to burnout, people-pleasing, and staying stuck in misaligned work.

Brian shares his own career journey from burnout and breakdown to transformation, and we explore how physical symptoms can be your body’s early warning signs that som...


Start a Business or Stay in Your Job? Find Out What’s Right for You
#53
07/01/2025

Thinking of starting your own coaching business… but not sure if it’s the right move? Watch this real-time career coaching session and get the clarity you’ve been craving.

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, Career Coach Theresa White coaches a finance professional exploring a major career pivot, from the corporate world to launching a purpose-driven coaching business for women.

Using the Sparketype® assessment by Jonathan Fields, Theresa helps her uncover her core motivations, values, and unique voice as a future coach. They dig into what makes her stand out, how her financial backgro...


Why You Overwork, People-Please, or Freeze at Work (And What to Do)
#52
06/23/2025

Feeling stuck, anxious, or constantly burned out at work? Your attachment style could be the missing piece. In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, career coach Theresa White explores how your early attachment style, secure, anxious, avoidant, or disorganized, shapes how you show up in your career. From how you handle feedback to why you overwork, people-please, or freeze in high-pressure situations, these unconscious patterns could be the reason you feel stuck in the wrong job or overwhelmed by burnout.

Theresa shares coaching insights and personal stories to help you reframe old career choices with compassion, not...


The Career Shift That Changed Everything After 40+ Years in HR
#51
06/12/2025

Ready to lead with purpose, not pressure? Download the Impact-Driven Job Guide to find a values-aligned career that makes an impact → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/Impact-Driven-Job-Guide

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, career coach Theresa White sits down live in Cancun with Aileen Edwards, a former CHRO turned executive leadership coach, for a raw, empowering conversation about career evolution, equity, and stepping into your next chapter with purpose.

With 40+ years in HR, Aileen shares her personal Sparketype insights (she’s a Sage), her journey into DEI leadership, and the pivotal moment she knew it was time...


She Loved Her Job Until It Broke Her: Career Clarity for Burned Out Social Workers
#50
06/09/2025

Feeling burned out in your social work career? You don’t have to start over, download the free Career Clarity Guide to explore sustainable career paths that still make an impact → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/the-ultimate-transferable-skills-guide

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, career coach Theresa White hosts a live career coaching session with a deeply empathetic social worker facing intense burnout. They unpack how documentation overload, performance pressure, and perfectionism are draining her, not the work itself, but the way it’s structured.

Using the Sparketype® framework, Theresa helps clarify her core strengths as an Advisor...


5 Proven Networking Message Templates to Get Your Resume Seen (and Read)
#49
06/02/2025

Tired of tailoring your resume to every job and still getting ghosted? Use your skills to stand out—grab the Ultimate Transferable Skills Guide and build a resume that actually gets noticed, without rewriting it 10 times  → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/the-ultimate-transferable-skills-guide

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, career coach Theresa White breaks down how to tailor your resume to a specific job without losing your mind or your voice. If you’re applying to dozens of jobs and still not hearing back, this conversation will change the way you think about resume writing, career alignment, and the entire...


How Kadine Went From 19 Years in Corporate to Purpose-Driven Coaching
#48
05/27/2025

Download the free Impact-Driven Job Guide to find roles aligned with your values and skills → https://www.careerbloomcoaching.com/Impact-Driven-Job-Guide

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, career coach Theresa White sits down with Kadine Cooper, who left a 19-year career in HR and talent management to build a fulfilling coaching business rooted in purpose, service, and personal alignment.

Kadine shares what pushed her to walk away from the traditional corporate path in 2019 and how career tools like the Sparketype® assessment helped her reconnect with what truly energizes her. As a Nurturer and Maker, she rea...


How to Navigate a Career Change When You’re Multi-Passionate and Maxed Out
#47
05/19/2025

Download the free Impact-Driven Job Guide to find roles aligned with your values and skills → https://www.careerbloomcoaching.com/Impact-Driven-Job-Guide

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, career coach Theresa White sits down with her client Alena for a live career coaching  session focused on navigating a non-linear career path and redefining career success.

Alena shares her background in interior design, entrepreneurship, and transformation management in the corporate world. Together, they explore how her Sparketype profile—Essentialist and Advocate—reveals the core of what drives her work: solving complex problems, creating structure, and working for purpose...


How Do I Find a Career That Feels Like Me? A Live Career Coaching Session
#46
05/12/2025

Feeling stuck in your career? Book your free career clarity consultation now → www.careerclaritycoaching.com/consultation

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, career coach Theresa White sits down with Alica, a close friend and previous guest, for a live career clarity coaching session. Together, they explore Alica’s Sparketype® profile, where she learns how being an Advisor and a Nurturer shape her ideal career path.

If you are feeling stuck in your current job or wondering how to choose the right career path, this conversation gives you a front-row seat to the career coaching proce...


How an Adventure Tour Guide Created Her Own Career Path: And You Can Too!
#45
05/05/2025

Not sure what career path to take—or if you're even on the right one? Book a free clarity consultation and let’s map your next step: www.careerclaritycoaching.com/consultation

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, Career Coach Theresa White sits down with her longtime friend Alica, who shares her non-linear career path from Germany to Hawaii, adventure tour guiding to life coaching, podcast hosting, and everything in between.

If you’ve ever wondered:

How do I choose the right career path?What career should I pursue if I have many passions?Is it...


From Corporate Burnout to Spiritual Alignment: Lisa’s Career Change
#44
04/21/2025

Wondering how to find a fulfilling career that aligns with your energy and purpose? Book your free career clarity consultation now → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/consultation

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, host Theresa White, a five-time certified career coach, dives into how to career change to a career that truly lights you up. She’s joined by guest Lisa Woods, a former executive manager turned spiritual life coach. Together, they explore Lisa’s career pivot journey of rediscovering her true self, clearing limiting beliefs, and trusting her intuition. Lisa shares how transitioning careers, finding supportive environments, and fo...


Top Progressive Companies in Recession-Proof Industries — And They're Hiring Now
#43
04/14/2025

Looking to make a career change into a values-aligned company that actually walks the talk on DEI? Book your free career clarity consultation now → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/consultation

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, Career Change Coach Theresa White shares exactly how to make a purpose-driven career change—even in an unstable economy.

If you're feeling stuck in a role that no longer aligns with your values, or you’ve noticed your company pulling back on DEI, climate, or equity initiatives, this episode will help you figure out your next move with clarity and confid...


How To Change Careers When You’re Multi Passionate
#42
04/07/2025

Stuck choosing a career path as a multi-passionate professional? Book your free career change consultation call today: www.careerbloomcoaching.com/consultation

If you’ve ever asked yourself, “How do I turn my passion into a career?” or “How do I change careers with no experience?”—this episode is for you.

In this deep and personal conversation, Katie O'Malley shares her multifaceted career transition from political science to nonprofit leadership, commercial real estate, mental health counseling, and finally launching her own coaching business.

We explore what it really takes to change your career path, especially w...


Live Career Coaching: Finding Clarity in a Career Transition
#41
03/31/2025

Ready to make a career transition but not sure where to start? Book a free Career Clarity Call to map out your next chapter → www.careerbloomcoaching.com/consultation

 

In this live career coaching session, you’ll meet Anh—a brilliant professional navigating a career transition that’s as emotional as it is strategic. Together, we use the Sparketype Assessment to break down what truly energizes her and where her strengths are being underused. From engineering to coaching to deep mindset work, this episode is packed with insight, clarity, and real talk about what it takes to pivot...


Top Career Paths Disrupted by Trump’s Trade War—And What to Do Next
#40
03/24/2025

Worried About Layoffs & Job Market Chaos? The Career Clarity Formula  helps professionals take control of their careers—even in chaotic times. Apply now → https://www.careerbloomcoaching.com/career-clarity-formula

Trade wars. Stock market dips. DEI rollbacks. Layoffs. The economy is shifting fast, and job security feels more uncertain than ever. 

The Economy Is a Mess—How Do You Protect Your Career?

If you’ve been feeling anxious about layoffs, worried about corporate downsizing, or questioning if your company still aligns with your values, you’re not alone.


Right now, industries a...


Introverts, Promotions & Workplace Politics—How to Win Without Playing the Game
#39
03/17/2025

If you’re tired of being overlooked for promotions, frustrated by DEI rollbacks, or stuck in a role that undervalues you, it’s time for a change. The Career Clarity Formula  helps professionals like you take control, position themselves for growth, and land a role that truly aligns. Apply now → https://www.careerbloomcoaching.com/podcasts/career-clarity-unlocked

 

You work hard, but it feels like no one notices. Promotions pass you by. Loud, extroverted coworkers seem to rise faster. And with layoffs and DEI cuts making career growth even harder, it’s easy to feel stuck.


...


Stop Overthinking & Find Career Clarity: 3 Steps to Your Dream Job
#38
03/10/2025

Struggling with career uncertainty? Feeling stuck in a job that no longer fits? Learn how to gain career clarity, pivot without starting over, and break free from overthinking in this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked!

 

In this episode, career coach Theresa White breaks down a practical, 3-step approach to help you identify what excites you at work, recognize patterns in your past experiences, and shift your job search towards a fulfilling career.


 


You’ll discover:


✔️ How to navigate a career change w...


How Trump’s Anti-DEI Policies & Job Market Chaos Are Wrecking Careers
#37
03/03/2025

Apply to win The Career Clarity Formula Scholarship → link here

The job market is shifting—and not in our favor. Corporate America is quietly rolling back DEI initiatives, companies are cutting jobs, and hiring policies are making it harder for women and marginalized professionals to advance. If you’ve been feeling the squeeze, you are not imagining it.

The current administration is reshaping the workplace, and the impact is real. But you are not powerless. If traditional job search methods aren’t working, it’s time to pivot. In this episode, Career Coach Theresa White shares how...


How to Pivot Your Tech Career: Live Career Coaching Session with a Developer
#36
02/24/2025

Book your free career session here:www.careerbloomcoaching.com/consultation.

Changing careers in tech can feel overwhelming, especially when your skills and passions seem disconnected. In this live career session, career coach Theresa White helps Theo, a tech developer, navigate a career pivot by identifying his transferable skills, values, and ideal career path. How can he leverage his love for performance in tech presentations, speaking engagements, and even YouTube content creation?

Theo has years of experience in IT and app development, but he also has a passion for storytelling, performance, and creating engaging experiences. In...


How Can I Change My Career Without Starting Over? Hoku’s Story
#35
02/18/2025

Join the FREE Career Change Masterclass and learn how to land a job you love → https://www.careerbloomcoaching.com/masterclass

Thinking about a career change but don’t know where to start? Whether you're feeling burned out, stuck in the wrong career path, or wondering how to change careers with no experience, this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked is for you!

In this episode, host Theresa White, a 5x Certified Career Coach, shares how Hoku transformed her career. After battling burnout, workplace bias, imposter syndrome, and ineffective career coaching, she finally found clarity, leveraged transferable skil...


The Mindset for Unstoppable Career Success
#34
02/03/2025

Ever feel like you’re putting in the effort—fixing your resume, sending out applications, networking—but nothing is working? Or maybe you’re stuck in analysis paralysis, wondering if you’re even chasing the right goals? This finale of the 12 Days of Career Goals series is here to change the game.

In today’s episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, Theresa White, Career Clarity Expert & 5x Certified Career Coach, is joined by two phenomenal career experts, Victoria Michaels and Katie Culver, to help you finally build a career roadmap that works for you.

From mastering the job sear...


Build Unshakable Confidence & Overcome Imposter Syndrome
#33
02/01/2025

You ever look at those ultra-confident people—the ones who walk into a room like they own it—and think, What do they have that I don’t? Spoiler: Nothing. They’re not special. They didn’t get some magical confidence gene. They just learned how to stop doubting themselves—and you can too.

In this bonus episode of Career Clarity Unlocked (part of the 12 Days of Career Goals series), host Theresa White, Career Clarity Expert & 5x Certified Career Coach, sits down with two powerhouse experts, Sheena Yap Chan and Dr. Jasmine Escalera, to break down how to build unsha...


Take Control of Your Career in the Corporate World
#32
01/31/2025

Ever feel like the corporate world is one giant, confusing chess game—and no one gave you the rules? You’re not alone.

In this special bonus episode from the 12 Days of Career Goals, host Theresa White teams up with two game-changing experts, Kendall Berg (Career Coach and Content Creator) and Shabnam Golmohammadi (Silicon Valley Leadership Coach), to help you navigate the unspoken rules of corporate politics, tackle workplace challenges, and break through to senior leadership roles—all while staying authentically you.

This episode is packed with actionable strategies for ambitious professionals who are ready to sto...


Fast-Track Your Career & Get the Promotion
#31
01/27/2025

Ready to finally land that big promotion in 2025? In this special bonus episode from the 12 Days of Career Goals, Theresa White brings together Tiffany Uman and Sweta Regmi, two powerhouse career experts, to share actionable strategies for advancing your career and securing promotions. Whether you're striving for leadership, tackling systemic barriers, or navigating office politics, this episode is packed with insights to help you earn more and achieve your goals.

Discover how to build visibility, leverage support networks, and communicate your value like a pro. From mindset shifts to practical steps, these expert tips are your guide...


Master In-Demand Skills for 2025
#30
01/21/2025

In this must-listen bonus episode from the 12 Days of Career Goals, host Theresa White, 5x Certified Career Coach and founder of Career Bloom, is joined by two powerhouse career experts—Andrew Seaman, LinkedIn's Editor at Large for Jobs and Career Development, and Lorraine K. Lee, keynote speaker and author. Together, they unpack the skills and strategies you need to stay ahead in 2025's ever-evolving workforce.

From emerging job roles to the surprising impact of AI, this episode is packed with actionable insights, real-world advice, and even a sneak peek into Lorraine’s upcoming book on professional presence. You’...


Negotiate Your Salary with Confidence
#29
01/20/2025

Ever walked away from a salary negotiation wondering if you left money on the table? Or maybe you didn’t even try to negotiate because, let’s be honest, it felt terrifying. This bonus episode from the 12 Days of Career Goals is here to change the game.

Hosted by Theresa White, a five-time certified career coach and career clarity expert, this episode is packed with insights that’ll make you feel empowered, not overwhelmed. Theresa teams up with Anna Morgan, Senior Recruiter and Career Coach, and Melissa Hodgins, Executive Career Coach, to break down what it really takes t...


Find Career Clarity: The Foundation for Success
#28
01/14/2025

In this special bonus episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, host Theresa White, a 5x certified career coach and expert in career clarity, delivers a masterclass in discovering the career that’s right for you.

As part of the 12 Days of Career Goals series, this episode is packed with fresh insights and practical steps to help you connect the dots between your strengths, transferable skills, values, and ideal working conditions. Whether you’re navigating a career change, feeling stuck, or just looking to refine your path, Theresa’s expertise will give you the clarity and confidence to move forward...


Manage Up & Set Boundaries in the Workplace
#27
01/13/2025

What if you could take control of your work life, navigate challenging dynamics, and protect your well-being—all without breaking a sweat? In this special bonus episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, part of the 12 Days of Career Goals series, Theresa White—a 5-time Certified Career Coach and Career Clarity Expert—is here to help you do just that.

She’s joined by two incredible experts: Melody Wilding, bestselling author of Trust Yourself and the upcoming Managing Up, and Ana Goehner, a career well-being strategist and LinkedIn Learning instructor. Together, they’ll unpack practical strategies to master workplace dynamics, r...


Make a Bold Career Pivot Without Starting Over
#26
01/12/2025

Making a bold career pivot can feel like stepping into the unknown—but it doesn’t have to! This bonus episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, part of the 12 Days of Career Goals series, is here to help you navigate the shift with clarity, confidence, and strategy.

Theresa White, a career clarity expert and five-time certified career coach, is joined by two powerhouse coaches to break it all down.


Eliana Goldstein, founder of Eliana Goldstein Coaching, shares her proven strategies to identify your transferable skills and craft a career story that makes employers take notice. With feat...


Unlock Opportunities Through Networking
#25
01/10/2025

Join Theresa White, a Career Clarity Expert and 5-time Certified Career Coach, for this bonus episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, part of the transformative 12 Days of Career Goals series!

In this special episode, Theresa is joined by Natalie Serebrennik and Anna Belyaeva, two renowned career coaches, to uncover the secrets of networking that actually works. Together, they dive deep into the art of building authentic connections, navigating corporate dynamics, and overcoming the fears that hold so many of us back.

This conversation goes beyond the basics, offering real-world insights and practical strategies for making networking...


Build a Powerful Personal Brand
#24
01/07/2025

Join Theresa White, a Career Clarity Expert and 5-time Certified Career Coach, for this special bonus episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, part of the transformative "12 Days of Career Goals" series!

In this episode, Theresa welcomes Diana YK Chan, a renowned career coach, LinkedIn Top Voice, and personal branding expert, to dive deep into the art of building a powerful personal brand. Diana shares her inspiring journey, actionable strategies, and her signature 'BRAND' framework to help you stand out in your professional sphere.

Discover how authenticity, consistency, and value can transform your career and open doors t...


Find Your Spark & Build a Fulfilling Career
#23
01/06/2025

In this special bonus episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, host Theresa White, a Career Clarity Expert and 5-time Certified Career Coach, launches the transformative "12 Days of Career Goals" series with an inspiring conversation featuring Jonathan Fields.

Jonathan, the creator of the Sparketype® Assessment, shares his personal journey from a high-pressure legal career to becoming a leading voice in career transformation. Together, Theresa and Jonathan unpack powerful strategies for discovering your passions, aligning your career with your values, and achieving true fulfillment in your professional life.

This episode dives into real-life stories and actionable insights designed to...


Turning Passion Into a Career Success Story
#22
01/02/2025

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, Theresa White, Career Clarity Expert, sits down with Bianca Barlow, an entrepreneur and certified dog trainer, to explore the inspiring journey of turning passion into profession. From starting a dog training business at just 17 to co-founding a kombucha company, and now spearheading Dogfulness Coaching, Bianca shares the highs and lows of building a fulfilling career that aligns with her love for animals and wellness.

Together, Theresa and Bianca delve into the challenges of blending passion with practicality, the importance of aligning career choices with personal values, and how to balance...


Master Self-Advocacy to Boost Career Success
#21
12/23/2024

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, Theresa White, a five-time certified career coach and expert in career clarity, explores the critical skills of self-advocacy and career growth. Joining her is Natalie Serebrennik, a certified professional coach with 16 years of experience in capital markets, who shares her transformative journey from the corporate world into coaching.

Together, Theresa and Natalie delve into:


Natalie’s inspiring career path and her bold transition into coaching.

Facing challenges like imposter syndrome and how a pivotal moment reshaped her self-advocacy.

Actionable strategies for effective communication and al...


How to make Your Job Search Suck Less (and maybe even fun)
#20
12/09/2024

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, Theresa White—a career clarity expert and five-time certified coach—is here to help you say goodbye to the dreaded job search grind. Using the Sparketype assessment, she shows you how to tap into what actually lights you up, so the process feels less like a chore and more like… well, something you don’t totally hate. 😉

Whether you're a Maven who thrives on learning or a Maker who loves creating, Theresa’s got specific tips to make the search feel right for you. Plus, she shares a real-life success story that pr...


Escape Burnout and Find Career Fulfillment
#19
12/02/2024

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, host Theresa White, a career clarity expert and five-time certified career coach, sits down with Carolina Bakker, also known as the Rat Race Recovery Coach. Together, they uncover the path to escaping corporate burnout and reclaiming energy, joy, and fulfillment in your career.

Carolina shares her deeply personal story, from her breaking point in corporate America to rediscovering her purpose as a coach helping high-achieving women step off the hamster wheel. Theresa and Carolina dive into powerful topics like overcoming workplace trauma, using intuition to guide career decisions, and practical...


Is Your Career Missing Something? How Sparketype® Explains It
#18
11/08/2024

In this episode of Career Clarity Unlocked, 5x certified career coach Theresa White introduces you to the transformative power of the Sparketype™ Assessment, a tool developed by Jonathan Fields to help people find work that energizes them. Theresa explains how uncovering your Sparketype™ can guide you toward a career that aligns with your natural strengths and passions, while also helping you avoid tasks that drain your energy.

Get ready for a journey through all 10 Sparketypes™ as Theresa shares relatable, real-life examples of how these types show up in different careers, and why understanding yours can increase job satisf...