Hire Me Pls
Welcome to Hire Me Pls—the podcast for professionals who are done feeling stuck and ready to take control of their careers. Hosted by Gemma Lopez, Certified Career Coach, this podcast is your go-to resource for breaking free from career woes, advocating for yourself, and landing a role that truly excites you. Each episode is packed with real talk, myth-busting insights, and actionable strategies to help you navigate career transitions, negotiate your worth, and build a career you love—on your terms. If you’re tired of waiting for opportunities and ready to create them, you’re in the right place. Let’s get you moving forward!
Episodes
Feeling stuck in your career and unsure how to move forward? You're not alone. In this episode of Hire Me Pls, we’re diving into how to bridge the gap between where you are now and your dream job—without burning out, settling, or starting from scratch.
Whether you're mid-career and feeling unfulfilled, or you know it’s time for a change but don’t know what that looks like yet, this episode will help you:
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Top Interview Mistakes You Don’t Know You’re Making (and How to Fix Them)
You’re a strong candidate. You’ve got the experience, the results, the leadership chops. But if your interviews aren’t converting into offers, it might not be about your resume—it might be how you’re showing up in the room.
In this episode of Hire Me Pls, we go beyond the basics to explore the interview mistakes even experienced professionals make...
🎙️ Episode 8: How to Nail the Interview When You’re Pivoting or Lacking Experience
Are you making a career pivot or applying to a role where you don’t check every box? You’re not alone—and this episode is your go-to guide for confidently navigating interviews when you lack direct experience.
You’ll learn how to bridge experience gaps, tell your story using the STAR method, and show up with clarity, confidence, and inte...
Thinking about changing industries but feeling stuck? Whether you're moving from nonprofit to corporate, consulting to tech, education to marketing, or any other big career transition, this episode is your step-by-step guide to making the switch—without starting over.
In this episode, I break down:
✅ How to research your target industry and understand what hiring managers look for
✅ The best ways to high...
Episode 6: Career Pivot Without Starting Over – A Strategic Guide to Changing Careers
Thinking about making a career change but terrified of starting over? You’re not alone. The good news? You don’t have to throw everything away and start from scratch. A career pivot is about strategically leveraging what you already have—your skills, experience, and network—to transition into a new role or industry without losing mome...
Season 2, Episode 5: The Career Test Drive – How to Explore Your Next Move Before You Commit
Thinking about making a career pivot, stepping into a VP or C-suite role, or transitioning to a new industry? Before you make a move, test-drive your next career step to avoid expensive regrets.
In this episode, I break down how senior professionals—Directors, VPs, and executives—can strategically explore new industries, leaders...
Identifying Your Transferable Skills for a Career Change
Think you don’t have the right experience to make a career move? Think again.
In this episode, we’re busting the myth that you have to start over to transition into a new role or industry. If you’ve spent years leading teams, driving strategy, and solving high-level problems, you already have everything you need—you just need to know how to package it.
🔥 Here’s wh...
Career Crossroads? How to Explore Your Options When You Feel Stuck | Hire Me Pls Podcast - Ep. 3
You’ve built a successful career, climbed the ladder, and checked all the boxes—but now you’re asking yourself… Is this really it?
If you’re a Senior Director, VP, or Head-of level leader feeling stuck, unfulfilled, or uncertain about your next step, this episode is for you.
🔹 How do you figure out what’s next without making...
Episode 2: The Real Reason You Hate Your Job (It’s Not What You Think)
Be honest—how many times have you fantasized about rage quitting your job? Walking out mid-meeting. Sending that ‘I quit’ email. Finally freeing yourself from the stress, the exhaustion, and the overwhelming ugh of doing work that drains you.
But here’s the thing… most people don’t actually hate their job. They hate feeling stuck. Undervalued. Like t...
Season 2 Premiere! 🚀 Do You Really Need a Career Coach? 🎙️
🔥 Welcome to Season 2 of Hire Me Pls! We’re back, and this season, we’re going even deeper—more real talk, more strategies, and more breakthroughs to help you take control of your career.
Ever feel stuck in your job—like no matter what you do, you’re undervalued, underpaid, or unsure of your next move? Maybe you’re doom-scrolling job postings, dreading Monday...
Command Your Worth: Proven Strategies to Boost Your Paycheck
Empower your career and financial future with strategies tailored for ambitious professionals who are ready to earn what they’re truly worth.
This masterclass is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life while delivering powerful insights that will revolutionize your approach to salary negotiations.
Whether you're gearing up for a...
Command Your Worth: Proven Strategies to Boost Your Paycheck
Empower your career and financial future with strategies tailored for ambitious professionals who are ready to earn what they’re truly worth.
This masterclass is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life while delivering powerful insights that will revolutionize your approach to salary negotiations.
Whether you're gearing up for a...
Command Your Worth: Proven Strategies to Boost Your Paycheck
Empower your career and financial future with strategies tailored for ambitious professionals who are ready to earn what they’re truly worth.
This masterclass is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life while delivering powerful insights that will revolutionize your approach to salary negotiations.
Whether you're gearing up for a...
Command Your Worth: Proven Strategies to Boost Your Paycheck
Empower your career and financial future with strategies tailored for ambitious professionals who are ready to earn what they’re truly worth.
This masterclass is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life while delivering powerful insights that will revolutionize your approach to salary negotiations.
Whether you're gearing up for a...
Command Your Worth: Proven Strategies to Boost Your Paycheck
Empower your career and financial future with strategies tailored for ambitious professionals who are ready to earn what they’re truly worth.
This masterclass is designed to fit seamlessly into your busy life while delivering powerful insights that will revolutionize your approach to salary negotiations.
Whether you're gearing up for a...
Episode 10: Ready to Transform Your Career? Work with Me to Achieve Your Goals
Are you tired of feeling stuck in your career? Do you know there’s something bigger waiting for you but aren’t sure how to get there? In this episode of Hire Me Pls, I’m pulling back the curtain on how we can work together to make your career goals a reality.
Discover how my proven 4-step coaching framework—focusing on self-discovery, goal se...
Episode 9: How to Turn Your Career Goals into Action: A Step-by-Step Guide
In this episode of Hire Me Pls, we’re taking your career goals from the drawing board to reality! After diving into self-discovery, goal setting, and strategic planning, it’s finally time to talk about implementation—the critical step where real progress happens.
Join me, Gemma, as I walk you through practical, actionable steps to turn your caree...
Episode 8: Strategic Planning – How to Accomplish More in 3 Months Than Most Do in a Year
Do you ever feel like your big, ambitious goals are out of reach or that you lose momentum halfway through the year? What if you could accomplish more in just 12 weeks than most people do in 12 months?
In this episode of Hire Me Pls, I, Gemma, your dedicated career coach, reveal the third step in my career coaching framework: strat...
How to Turn Big Dreams into Real Results: A Smarter Approach to Goal Setting"
In this episode of Hire Me Pls, we’re diving deep into the art of goal setting—but not in the way you’re used to. If traditional SMART goals haven’t worked for you, it’s time to explore something new. I’m your host, Gemma, and today I’m introducing two powerful frameworks that will change the way you think about goals: the GROW model and...
Are you feeling stuck or unfulfilled in your career, even though you’ve done everything “right”? In this episode of Hire Me Pls, we’re diving deep into the real reason you feel unhappy at work—and it’s probably not what you think.
Join me, Gemma, your career coach and recruiting expert, as we explore the transformative power of self-discovery. I’ll share my personal story of how I uncovered my true strengths (and the o...
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