Imjaysun
Starting in your career isn't just a moment...it’s a process. On Imjaysun, career wellness coach Jason Cancino opens up real conversations about the pain, awkwardness, and growth that come with navigating career change, rejection, and reinvention - especially for professionals in their 30s and beyond. Each episode blends honest storytelling, thoughtful reflection, and practical advice for anyone rethinking their path or restarting after a setback. Whether you’re managing a job search, recovering from burnout, or just trying to figure out what’s next, this show gives you space to think, feel, and move forward. Featured by Vault and ranked among the top podcasts on career rejection and personal growth, Imjaysun helps you stay grounded while building toward what’s next. New episodes drop bi-weekly during the season. Follow and leave a review to help others find the show. This podcast was originally called Rejecting Your Rejection - it has been transformed into a more comprehensive message about career wellness. Brought to you by ThrivePoint Career Wellness
Episodes
What happens when pushing for more in your career starts to wear you down instead of building you up?
In this episode of Imjaysun, we look at the pressure to always chase the next big win — and what it means to stay in the game when the push becomes too much. With reflections from a story written over 20 years ago, this episode explores why sometimes not losing is the healthiest move you can make.
Interviews aren’t performances—they’re conversations. In this episode, I explore why so many job seekers struggle to speak naturally in interviews and how to shift from scripted answers to real connection. With coaching insights and a personal story, this episode helps you find your rhythm and show up as the expert in your own experience.
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Some people start over once. Others do it over and over—by choice or by force. In this episode of Imjaysun, we sit with the discomfort of having to begin again.
Whether it’s a layoff, a shift in identity, or the quiet decision to walk away from something that no longer fits, starting over can bring grief, uncertainty, and even shame. But there's something powerful in recognizing that each new beginning means you’r...
When you search online for tips on job searching you will have a multitude of resources made available to you. Not only that, you will also have experts posting on employment and social media sites with recommendations, suggestions and/or proven ways to find employment. How do you filter through it all?
This episode talks about how to find current resources in your search, how to identify resources for your area a...
Are you at a career crossroads and contemplating walking away from the career plan you created for yourself? Do you feel uncomfortable about being stalled or possibly looking backward in your career more as you question your decisions?
We're talking about working through the pain in our careers today in this episode...and I get to my point pretty fast here - which actually shocked me because I scrubbed my original...
We’ve all been there—standing in front of the mirror before an interview, picking apart everything we see. Self-doubt creeps in, imposter syndrome whispers in our ear, and suddenly, we question if we even belong in the room. But what if we flipped the script?
In this episode of Imjaysun, I dive into the pain of seeing our own reflection during the job search—the discomfort of facing our fears, insecurities, a...
It’s March—feeling stuck in your job search while others are landing jobs? Doubt creeping in? Let’s talk about trusting the process, your skills, and yourself—because your breakthrough is coming.
Also, the opening music for this episode is from the Podcastle stock music called "Free to Roam."
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Ever felt stuck or tired, questioning why you’re on your current career path? In this episode, I dive into the discomfort that comes with discovering your true motivation.
From self-doubt to fear of change, uncover why the struggle is part of the process.
Also, learn how to embrace the pain, push through the uncertainty, and stay focused on your long-term career goals. Because sometimes, the struggle is the sign you’r...
New year, new season and new episode...which brings so much gain from the struggles and development of previous years, seasons and episodes. I talk about the new year and new theme for myself in my career and personally - recognizing the pain and knowing there will be a gain.
Just having a conversation about game planning for our year and moving our careers forward when pain happens - but our goal is to get t...
I wanted to end 2024 and start 2025 with a conversation with my brother, Joseph Cancino. We talk about career transition, reflection and career planning. Very thankful for this conversation with my brother.
I hope you enjoy this episode and the way I conclude Season 3 with this great discussion.
Looking forward to seeing everyone for season 4 in 2025.
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Hello everyone! I missed y'all and really enjoyed recording this two part episode to end 2024.
This first part shares advice on moving forward from 2024 in your career. I talk have some things to consider as you move into 2025 with your career, and I look forward to sharing this part of my successes and other parts of my life with you to end season 3. This season on purpose was really special to me.
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Made an audible with this episode. This episode talks about evaluating our plans and making changes on purpose. I talk about ways to evaluate career plans, life plans, or relationship plans for 2024 to make adjustments, where necessary.
Here is the link for the Sunny Side Up podcast with Tara Lynn:
https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ep-39-should-you-join-a-gym-my-5-reasons-why-you/id1704499724?i=1000...
I was the 2nd choice before, and not just once. Has that ever happened to you in your career? Would you let it define you or did you define being the second choice?
Today we talk about being the right choice in your job and career, even if you were not the first choice. Let's talk about it.
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Or email me at imjaysun@...
Special Leap Day 2024 Bonus Episode talking about my favorite Leap Day memory with my brothers in 2020. The movie was Call of the Wild with Harrison Ford, by the way.
What's your favorite Leap Day memory?
Hope you have an amazing extra day this year on Leap Day.
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Or email me at imjaysun@gmail.com
Cre...
How do you lead and, more importantly, who do you follow?
In this episode we discuss the importance of considering a mentor for your career. I talk about the things to consider and then give you five(5) reasons why mentorship is a great choice for you in your career.
I hope you enjoy it.
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Or email me at imjaysun@g...
Have you ever felt like your effort or strength was being wasted on projects, jobs or relationships? Let's talk strength today and the effort we purposely give where we want to focus it.
This was one continuous recording session with no edits. Hope you like the raw footage.
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Or email me at imjaysun@gma...
This week I am talking about purpose in your career in a general sense but with very specific touchpoints for your growth.
Are you...
deliberate in your job search?
on purpose with your skill development?
intentionally networking?
seeking promotions and advancement?
Basically, are you proactive in your career strategy?
Let's talk today. I know you will find value in t...
This week we are purposeful in focusing on the possible opportunities which grow from the times we face rejection in our careers.
Listeners are guided through effective strategies for turning rejections into stepping stones toward success. I emphasizes the importance of viewing rejection not as a roadblock, but as an opportunity for growth and self-discovery. By embracing the challenges presented by those tim...
Are you networking on purpose for your career? I talk to you today about intentional networking, why you should be intentional and how can you be more intentional in your networking.
Come network with me on purpose and listen to how to level up with creating relationships that have deeper levels.
The opening music is Walkin and Talkin by Mikey Geiger.
How are you moving forward on purpose i...
Welcome to Imjaysun Season 3!
In this episode we discover how a positive and purposeful mindset can be the catalyst for success in your job search. The episode delves into the meaning and significance of purpose in the context of career transitions and life in general. Learn how having a clear sense of purpose can guide you through challenges and uncertainties, ultimately leading to a fulfilling career.
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