Resume & Interview Secrets: Land Your Dream Job with Job Coach Victoria
Release Date: 12/04/2025
The Toxic Truth About Candles & How Island Candles is Changing the Game
Charleston Women Podcast
Discover the secret to clean-burning, headache-free ambiance with Jenny Taylor, owner of Island Candles. After realizing traditional candles were triggering her own sensitivities, Jenny pivoted to crafting hand-poured, hypoallergenic, and sustainable alternatives. Following four years of growth as a business, she successfully transitioned from local artisan to opening her own brick-and-mortar shop on Folly Road. Jenny joins host Kim Russo to reveal the hidden toxins found in standard waxes, wicks, and fragrances. Beyond the glow, Island Candles has become a vibrant community hub. Learn about...
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20 Years of Flavor: Alyssa Maute Smith on Charleston Wine + Food 2026
Charleston Women Podcast
This March, the Lowcountry marks a major milestone as Charleston Wine + Food celebrates its 20th Anniversary. Executive Director Alyssa Maute Smith sits down with host Kim Russo to discuss how this 501(c)(3) non-profit has grown from a local vision into a powerhouse that has injected over $210 million into the Charleston economy. Having been a part of the festival family for over a decade, Alyssa shares her journey from marketing leadership to Executive Director, fueled by a passion for the stories and people that make our food scene world-class. This year’s schedule is a "Past, Present, and...
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Beyond Networking: How The Dames Accelerates Women-Led Businesses
Charleston Women Podcast
The Dames® isn’t your typical networking group—it is the world’s only business accelerator dedicated to the personal and professional growth of women leading 6, 7, and 8-figure businesses. In this episode, host Kim Russo sits down with Ellen Frazier, President of The Dames Charleston Chapter, to discuss how this global organization fosters elite connections. Forget the traditional "business card shuffle." The Dames focuses on a collaborative, non-competitive environment where mentorship is a reciprocal, two-way street. By matching members with peers of an equal caliber, the organization...
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Resume & Interview Secrets: Land Your Dream Job with Job Coach Victoria
Charleston Women Podcast
Host Kim Russo sits down with Job Coach Victoria McMillin, Owner of Job Coach Victoria, to share invaluable tips on how to get your resume noticed and land your dream role with Instagram @JobCoachVictoria. As a seasoned Career Strategist with 20 years of experience placing professionals in Fortune 100 Companies, Victoria witnessed a major disconnect: highly valuable professionals—even VPs and Directors—struggle to present their skills effectively in today's demanding job market. Victoria's method is built on bridging that gap. She explains how the average job posting receives 100...
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From Pavers to Pergolas: Creating Your Dream Outdoor Spaces with Olga Morales
Charleston Women Podcast
In this episode, host Kim Russo sits down with Olga Morales, CEO of Morales Outdoor Creations, a thriving, family-owned business making its mark on the Lowcountry. What started as a hardscape company, taking on its very first project—a simple porch extension requested by an uncle—has blossomed into a popular, full-service outdoor living company serving both residential and commercial clients. Olga shares how their business has expanded beyond expert paver installation for patios and driveways to crafting complete custom outdoor spaces. Today, their projects include sophisticated outdoor...
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How to Bring Strategy & Creativity to Your Brand: A Talk with Alyssa Franco
Charleston Women Podcast
Strategy & Creativity: How Alyssa Franco Built The Digital Touch In this inspiring conversation, host Kim Russo sits down with Alyssa Franco, the creative Owner of The Digital Touch! Alyssa, who successfully manages the social media presence for local powerhouses like Mount Pleasant Magazine, Charleston Women Magazine, and Island Vibes, shares her journey of turning a "side hustle" into a thriving full-time business. Learn how The Digital Touch naturally grew from Alyssa's passion for graphic design and social media, eventually moving her from a Real Estate Admin role to full-time...
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A New Chapter: Retiring from 25+ Years as an RN to Bring Kim Lolley Designs to Charleston and Beyond
Charleston Women Podcast
Did you know the Louisiana-based fashion brand with a huge following in Charleston, SC, was founded by a Retired Registered Nurse turned Fashion Designer? Host Kim Russo sits down with Kim Lolley, owner of the Kim Lolley Fashion Brand, to reveal the inspiring story behind her pivot from a 25-year career in nursing to launching her beloved line of Kim Lolley Designs. We go behind the seams to discuss: The Crossroads Moment: What led Kim to move past her nursing career and reconnect with her lifelong love of feminine styles and vintage silhouettes. A Brand with a Purpose: The emotional journey...
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10 Days, 50+ Events: Unpacking the 2025 Charleston Literary Festival
Charleston Women Podcast
Join host Kim Russo as she chats with Sarah Moriarty, Executive Director of the Charleston Literary Festival, for a look at this spectacular 2025 event! Sarah Moriarty shares the fascinating history of the festival, tracing its roots to Charleston House in Lewes, UK —the historic home of the radical writers and artists of the Bloomsbury Group— and its start in South Carolina in 2017, courtesy of Debo Gage and Diana Reich. Hear the inspiring journey of how it grew from a 2-day "mini-version" with 8 events to the current 10-day literary marathon featuring over 50+ programs at the Dock Street...
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A Roller Derby Fighter's New Battle: Traci Doutaz on Surviving Cancer
Charleston Women Podcast
Traci Doutaz, a current breast cancer survivor who has returned to roller derby, shares her powerful story with host Kim Russo. Traci explains how a casual self-check after a roller derby match while relaxing at home one evening led to a breast cancer diagnosis. In this interview, Traci opens up about her unique approach to living with cancer, the critical support she has received from her friends, family, and medical team, how her insurance helped her throughout the process, and she advises to start checking early. Support Traci's fight! A GoFundMe campaign, "Less Tragic, More Magic for...
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Start Transforming Your Marriage Today with Sophie Orozco
Charleston Women Podcast
What if you could turn your relationship around, even when it feels hopeless? Host Kim Russo talks with Sophie Orozco, a relationship coach who did exactly that, rebuilding her own marriage from the ground up. Sophie, CEO & Relationship Coach of Sophie Orozco Coaching, empowers women to see beyond the challenges and find the positive things they can build on. In this conversation, they tackle tough topics like the struggle of getting your partner to therapy and the feeling of being trapped. Sophie shares her proven method for moving relationships forward, helping her clients reconnect with...
info_outlineHost Kim Russo sits down with Job Coach Victoria McMillin, Owner of Job Coach Victoria, to share invaluable tips on how to get your resume noticed and land your dream role with Instagram @JobCoachVictoria. As a seasoned Career Strategist with 20 years of experience placing professionals in Fortune 100 Companies, Victoria witnessed a major disconnect: highly valuable professionals—even VPs and Directors—struggle to present their skills effectively in today's demanding job market.
Victoria's method is built on bridging that gap. She explains how the average job posting receives 100 resumes, making the first six seconds of review critical. Learn the proven strategies Job Coach Victoria uses to structure your resume to bypass that quick glance and land in the "yes" pile.
She also reveals the critical steps beyond the application, including:
- Customized Resume Crafting: Techniques for powerful presentation.
- Self-Marketing: How to position yourself better for recruiters.
- Networking Secrets: Finding and using connections you didn't know you had.
- Interview Mastery: Mastering interviews with confidence.
Victoria has helped thousands of professionals secure positions at top organizations like Apple, Microsoft, IBM, Amazon, and Wells Fargo. Tune in for actionable advice that will accelerate your career search! Find her on Instagram @JobCoachVictoria