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Welcome to Career Cravings, the podcast that helps ambitious professionals land roles they love and fast-track their success.

I’m Irina Posan, a career coach, HR expert, and former corporate leader who knows exactly what it takes to stand out, get hired, and thrive. Having designed hiring systems and led recruitment teams, I’ve seen what separates the “good” candidates from the ones who get the of... more

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Most interview advice tells you what to do. This episode shows you what it actually looks like when someone does it in real time.

This is a behind-the-scenes look at a live coaching call inside HR Star, Irina's group program for HR professionals. Yo... more

Six months into the year, and your goals are either thriving, stalled, or quietly forgotten. This episode is for all three.

Irina is pulling back the curtain on the exact five-step goal-setting process she has used for the last decade to go from a mo... more

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If you've ever driven home from work and realized you weren't even aware of the road because your boss was still living rent-free in your head, this episode will make you feel less alone.

Andrew L. Regal spent over 25 years as a media executive at pl... more

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If the life you want and the income you have right now don't match, this episode will change how you think about both.

This is a solo episode and one of the most personal ones yet. Irina shares the story of growing up with nothing, the moment at 12 y... more

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Recent Guests

Miranda VonFricken
Author of Own Your Awesome on LinkedIn
Own Your Awesome / mirandavonfricken.com
Episode: 81. The LinkedIn Mistake That's Keeping You From Getting Hired With Miranda VonFricken
David Pettrone Swalve
Author and leadership expert on authentic leadership and identity work
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Episode: 80. Why Faking It at Work Is Costing You With David Pettrone Swalve
Marnie Stockman
Co-author of The Business of You
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Episode: 79. What Makes Someone Stand Out and Get Hired Today With Marnie and Nick
Nick Nicolayev
Co-author of The Business of You
Business of You / Blue app
Episode: 79. What Makes Someone Stand Out and Get Hired Today With Marnie and Nick
Jay Kiew
CEO of Change Fluency; keynote speaker; author of Change Fluency
Change Fluency
Episode: 77. AI Is Replacing Jobs… But Creating Bigger Opportunities With Jay Kiew
Aileen Edwards
CHRO turned CEO, author of Black Skin, Bold Heart
HR consulting and leadership coaching, ame_consulting
Episode: 70. Grow Your Career to C-Suite with advice from CHRO
Emily Liou
Clarity coach focusing on career alignment and misalignment burnout
Cultivate Your Career
Episode: 67. When Your Job Looks Great But Feels Wrong With Emily Liou
Katy McFee
Former EVP and executive communication coach
Independent coach/consultant
Episode: 65. Why Executive Communication Gets You Promoted Faster with Katy McFee
Kendall Berg
That Career Coach
Career Coach / Founder of Kendall Berg brand
Episode: 63. Secrets of the Career Game and How to Get Promoted Faster with Kendall Berg

Host

Irina Posan
Host of Career Cravings, career coach, HR expert, and former corporate leader.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 96 ratings
  • The Lamborghini turned me off

    I admire individuals with “rags-to-riches” stories - inspiring grit and determination. I listened to the first episode, and as I navigated around Irina’s page, I was dismayed when I read the piece about the “dream business, dream home, dream life - and yes, even a Lamborghini in the driveway”. That felt showy and pretentious. These are not true markers of success. Pride is not my thing - grace and humility are.

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    1
    Lori Cee
    Canada4 months ago
  • Amazing podcast for your job search!

    I’m in the midst of an active job search and am so glad I stumbled upon Irina’s podcast. It’s a stressful time for me, and her approaching demeanor and practical advice has improved my job search dramatically. I can’t wait for the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Adrienne M OR
    United States6 months ago
  • Insightful, honest and incredibly helpful

    I absolutely love career cravings. Irina has a such a calm, confident way of breaking down complex career topics and making them feel doable. I can surely tell that she truly cares and makes you feel seen and valued. Every episode leaves me feeling more confident and motivated about my career. So grateful this podcast exists!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pooja Roy_20
    India6 months ago
  • The voice that helped me believe I belong in HR 💫

    I met Irina in August and I have been listening to her podcasts for some time now, and it has completely changed the way I approach my HR career journey. Her guidance, mindset shifts, and practical advice gave me the vision and clarity I was missing for a long time.

    Because of listening to her podcast, I landed my first interview call after 3 months of applying, and that moment meant everything to me. Irina’s words truly helped me believe in myself again. She teaches you not just how to apply f... more

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    5
    Shruthi Bhange
    Canada7 months ago
  • Shantanu Mehta

    I really enjoy Career Cravings podcast. Irina Posan has a very unique and interesting perspective on several aspects such as resume structure, open to banner, LinkedIn posts and even job search strategies.

    I recommend this podcast to anyone and everywhere in between roles or grappling with finding their next opportunity.

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    Shauntzzz
    Canada8 months ago

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Many notes highlight how episodes feel like mentoring for HR professionals and job seekers.
Feedback often mentions motivation, clarity, and real-world applicability of strategies.
Audience appreciates content that helps with pivots, interviews, and salary discussions.
Listeners praise practical, actionable career guidance and authentic hosting.

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63. Secrets of the Career Game and How to Get Promoted Faster with Kendall Berg
Q: Where can people find you and learn more about your framework and book?
Kendall points listeners to her presence across social platforms (TikTok, Instagram, YouTube, LinkedIn) under 'Kendall Berg', and recommends checking out her book, Secrets of the Career Game, as a practical manual for implementing her nine-box and promotion-strategy concepts.
63. Secrets of the Career Game and How to Get Promoted Faster with Kendall Berg
Q: Okay, tell me more about the secrets of the Career Game and what it takes to get promoted.
Kendall explains that promotions hinge on exposure and executive sponsorship, with the need to be seen by senior leaders, understand the mechanics of promotions, and articulate value at the next level. She emphasizes acting, presence, and communication at director level before promotion, and the importance of building authentic, strategic relationships that can advocate for you in promotion discussions.
55. Job Search Strategy That Actually Works in 2026 (Why 2022 Advice Is Failing You)
Q: What are the five phases of the job search you mentioned, and how do they help candidates?
The five phases include resume optimization, standing out in the initial phone screen, delivering a compelling pitch, succeeding in final interviews, and maintaining the right energy and mindset throughout the process.
55. Job Search Strategy That Actually Works in 2026 (Why 2022 Advice Is Failing You)
Q: What is happening in the job market right now, and how should job seekers adapt?
The market has been challenging for several years due to AI, economy, and competition, and it will continue to be tough. The key is to adapt by focusing on alignment to the target role, improving storytelling, and optimizing the interview process rather than applying blindly to hundreds of roles.
59. What to Do When You Don’t Meet All the Requirements
Q: How did Marika know HR was the right path for her after pivoting through caregiving and military roles?
She realized HR could utilize the leadership and organizational skills she already had, and through the HR Star program, she could translate those experiences into HR-relevant language and capabilities, accelerating her transition.

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This show targets ambitious professionals aiming to land roles they love and move up quickly, with a steady focus on personal branding, authentic leadership, career pivots, and interview storytelling. Across episodes, listeners hear practical frameworks for branding, resume and interview optimization, salary negotiation, and strategies for navigating AI-driven changes in work. A notable strength is pairing coaching with real-world examples from HR leaders, authors, and immigrants, offering actionable steps listeners can apply immediately. The format tends to balance reflective mindset shifts with crisp, technique-focused guidance, making it useful for job seekers, mid-career professionals, and those seeking to shift industries or climb to l... more

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2. David Pettrone Swalve
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7. Emily Liou
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