Hiring Expectations Abroad: Advice for U.S. Professionals Going Global
Release Date: 07/30/2025
My Health Journey, Without Pressure or Shame
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You are not imagining it. This is a career podcast, and this is a bonus episode about health. In this episode of Control Your Career, I share my own health journey from the past few years. It’s personal, it’s slow, and it unfolded alongside work, family, and real life. I talk through what changed, what didn’t, and what I had to rethink along the way. Health started to matter more to me because I could feel it affecting how I showed up. My energy. My confidence. My ability to make clear decisions. I knew I needed an approach that I could actually sustain, not something built on pressure,...
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Career Goals You Can Control in 2026
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As 2026 approaches, career goal setting feels more complicated than ever. Between layoffs, AI disruption, shifting industries, and economic uncertainty, many professionals are wondering if traditional goal-setting even makes sense anymore. In this bonus episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre breaks down how to set realistic, grounded career goals for 2026 without relying on hype, hustle, or unrealistic predictions. Instead of focusing on outcomes you can’t control, Julia explains how to shift your attention to goals rooted in skills, behavior, clarity, and adaptability. This episode...
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How to Make a Confident Career Pivot
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You are not crazy for wanting more, and you are not ungrateful for questioning if your current path still fits. Change is a natural part of career growth, but for many mid- to late-career professionals, fear and doubt make the idea of starting over feel impossible. In this episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre shares how to make a career pivot with strategy, self-awareness, and confidence, no matter how long you have been in the game. Using her five-stage Control Your Career framework, she helps you evaluate your reality, understand your values, and design an intentional plan that...
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Recovering Confidence When Work Knocks You Down
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Setbacks can shake your confidence, your stability, and your sense of identity. Whether you have been laid off, made a mistake, or received unexpected feedback, losing confidence can feel like losing control. In this episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre shares how to rebuild your confidence step by step after a setback at work. Using her five-stage Control Your Career framework, Julia walks through how to regain your footing with self-awareness, structure, and small intentional actions that rebuild belief in yourself. You will learn: Why confidence takes a hit after a setback ...
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How to Keep Up at Work Without Constant Reinvention
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The world of work is changing faster than ever, and staying relevant can feel overwhelming. Do you really need to take a new course every week, become a thought leader, or completely reinvent yourself to keep up? Absolutely not. In this episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre breaks down what real relevance looks like and how to maintain it without burnout or pressure. Through her five-stage Control Your Career framework, she shows how to focus on what matters most, staying informed, visible, and valuable without exhausting yourself trying to keep pace with every trend. You will...
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3 Personality-Based Networking Strategies That Actually Work
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Do you hate networking? You are not alone. For many professionals, networking feels forced, fake, and exhausting. In this episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre redefines what networking really is and how to make it authentic, strategic, and aligned to your personality. Julia breaks down why traditional networking advice fails introverts and overachievers, and she shares a simple approach that helps you connect genuinely without the small talk or awkward coffee chats. You will learn how to: Reframe networking from transactional to relational Identify your natural networking style...
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Are You Burned Out or Just Bored?
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If you feel drained, unmotivated, or disconnected from your work, you might be tempted to label it burnout. But what if it is actually boredom? In this episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre breaks down the key differences between burnout and boredom, what each means for your well-being, and how to recover and re-engage with your career. Through her five-stage Control Your Career framework, Julia helps you identify whether you are overextended or under-stimulated and what steps to take next to regain energy, meaning, and motivation at work. You will learn: How burnout and boredom...
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Why You Were Passed Over (and How to Move Forward)
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It is frustrating when your hard work does not lead to the outcome you expected. You showed up, delivered, and still the promotion went to someone else. In this episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre explains how to reset your focus after a missed promotion so you can move forward with clarity, not just frustration. Using her five-stage Control Your Career framework, Julia walks you through how to process the disappointment, analyze what happened, and decide whether to stay, pivot, or move on. This episode is a practical guide for anyone navigating career setbacks with...
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Why Staying Quiet Is Holding You Back At Work
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If asking for a raise, a new project, or even clearer boundaries makes you nervous, you are not alone. Most professionals know their worth but freeze when it is time to speak up. In this episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre shares how to ask for what you want with clarity, confidence, and strategy, without feeling aggressive or entitled. Through her five-stage Control Your Career framework, Julia breaks down how to prepare for uncomfortable conversations, make direct requests, and navigate communication differences between you and your manager. You will learn: Why asking for...
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How to Win at Office Politics Without Losing Yourself
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Office politics can feel like a maze of hidden agendas, alliances, and unspoken rules. But what if you could navigate it all while staying true to your values? In this episode of Control Your Career, Julia Toothacre breaks down how to manage relationships, build credibility, and protect your integrity even when the workplace dynamics get complicated. Using her Control Your Career framework, Julia shares strategies for building influence without playing games, setting boundaries that keep you grounded, and communicating in ways that reduce tension rather than fuel it. You will learn: How to...
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If you're a U.S. professional considering a move abroad, or just curious how hiring works outside the States, this episode is a must-listen. Julia sits down with Omar, a seasoned talent acquisition lead at Beontag, who shares an insider perspective on how European hiring really works.
From resume formatting and cover letter norms to interview etiquette and notice periods, they cover the key cultural and procedural differences that can make or break your international job search. The episode provides valuable insights for job seekers navigating international opportunities.
In this episode, we discuss:
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The biggest resume mistakes U.S. candidates make abroad
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What a “CV” actually means in Europe
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Why cover letters might be holding you back
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Notice periods and why they matter
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How hiring timelines differ dramatically from the U.S.
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Remote work trends in Europe post-COVID
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Tips for job seekers navigating language barriers and bureaucracy
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What recruiters actually want to see in an interview
Whether you’re dreaming of working overseas or just want to understand the global hiring landscape, this episode will help you prepare, adapt, and stand out.
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