The Emotional Side of the Job Search | Staying Confident Through the Process

Job searching is emotionally draining — especially for mid-career professionals. In this episode, we break down how to stay confident, grounded, and motivated through the ups and downs.

In this episode of the Career Connections Podcast, Recruiting Leader Stephanie Alston and Operations Leader Amie Thompson dive into the emotional realities of job searching — the frustration, the uncertainty, the rejection, and the self-doubt that often come with the process.

We talk about how to manage the mental and emotional load of a job search, how to stay consistent when you feel discouraged, and how to separate your identity from your employment status. Stephanie and Amie share practical frameworks for building confidence, staying disciplined, and taking care of yourself while navigating a competitive job market.

What you’ll learn:
• Why job searching feels emotional — and why that’s normal
• How to stay confident even when you’re not hearing back
• How to reset your mindset after rejection
• The habits that help you stay disciplined without burning out
• How to take back control (and let go of what you can’t control)
• Encouragement for mid-career professionals feeling stuck or overwhelmed

Whether you're actively job searching or supporting someone who is, this conversation will help you navigate the emotional side of the process with more grace, resilience, and clarity.

🔗 Connect with your hosts:

Stephanie:
💥LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/stephralston
🔆TikTok: tiktok.com/@steph_r_alston

Amie:
💥LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/amie-thompson
🔆TikTok: tiktok.com/@coach_amie