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The Uncommon Career: Job Search & Career Coaching for Mid-career Women

Patricia Ortega | Christian | Career Coach | Brand Strategist
Career Coaching
Career Development
Leadership
Career Transition
Job Search
Networking
Emotional Intelligence
Job Search Strategies
Personal Branding
Resume Writing
Job Interviews
Work-Life Balance
Personal Development
Professional Development
Coaching
Interview Preparation
Goal Setting
Linkedin
Personal Growth
Burnout

Are you tweaking your resume… again? Position your brand message and eliminate your job search blind spots to land roles and compensation that reflect your actual value.

Hey there - I’m Patricia Ortega, I coach mid-career women to show up powerfully and win the job search.

Pull up a seat, and let’s talk about:

⚡️Brand messaging (that’s your resume, LinkedIn, and all materials)

⚡️Strategic co... more

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Artwork for The Uncommon Career: Job Search & Career Coaching for Mid-career Women

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If your job search or job interview conversations are going well but offers, promotions, or recognition still feel just out of reach... Then there’s a good chance the issue isn’t your experience. It’s your ability to prove your career value in a clea... more

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Have you ever walked out of a job interview knowing you did well… and still didn’t get the offer?

The rapport was there. The recruiter said you were the favorite. The conversations felt strong - you believed it would be you. And yet, when it came do... more

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If your job search feels like motion without momentum, you’re not alone.

You’re applying, tweaking, thinking, second-guessing. And somehow… you’re still in the same place.

Most high-achieving women aren’t stuck because they’re lazy or unqualified. ... more

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What if the reason interviews haven’t been landing… isn’t because you’re underprepared — but because you’re answering at the wrong depth?

You can walk out of an interview feeling confident. You can hit every STAR checkpoint, clearly explain the situ... more

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Orlando Hayes
Founder/Executive (implied) of Career Capital AI platform
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Episode: When You Can't Prove Your Value: How to Stop Losing Opportunities, w/Orlando Hayes | #160
Rebecca Gutner
Founder and Chief Executive Advisor of Luminary Leadership Advisors, certified executive coach
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Episode: 143. Leaders, Use This Tool to Create Buy-In Without Over-explaining, with Rebecca Gutner
Elaine Lin Hering
Faculty at Harvard Law, UCLA, and Dartmouth; USA Today bestselling author
Episode: 139. Women, Work, and Voice: Unlearning Silence to Grow Your Career, with Elaine Lin Hering
Candyce Hunt
Career coach and expert in salary negotiation
Episode: 131. Are You Severely Underpaid? Using the VALUE Framework to Get Out of the Career Clearance Section, w/Candyce Hunt
Bryttani Graddick
Chief HR Officer and HR Career Coach
Episode: 127. You Got The Job, Now Maximize Your Career Success, with Bryttani Graddick
Brittany Grattick
Will discuss maximizing career success in HR and other fields.
Episode: 126. Make Strategic Progress for Your Job Search / Career Transition
Mac Prichard
Founder and CEO of Mac's List, career expert, and host of Find Your Dream Job Podcast
Mac's List
Episode: 123. Top Networking Tips from Mac Prichard, Host of Find Your Dream Job Podcast
Matthew Pollard
Bestselling author of The Introvert's Edge 2 Networking
Episode: 117. The Introvert's Career Edge, w/Matthew Pollard
Giselle Moratin
Career Coach with a background in hospitality and experience in teaching and advising students and educators.
Episode: 105. Making Networking Easy: How to Build Organic Relationships, with Giselle Moratin (1 of 3)

Host

Patricia Ortega
Career coach and brand strategist focused on clarity, messaging, and emotional intelligence in job searches.

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 66 ratings
  • Linkedin

    No posts in 8 months. Do you not believe we should use LinkedIn for job search?

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bcchuck
    United Statesa month ago
  • Clarity, Confidence, and forward motion.

    I started following The Uncommon Career Podcast shortly after my layoff in November 2025. Listening to Patricia’s advice has been a game changer for me. She’s helped me stay grounded and positive even on the tough days. I feel more confident and clear in my direction, and empowered to keep moving forward. I’m so grateful for her encouragement during this season of transition.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    straykidz4life
    United States2 months ago
  • Career search confidence that gets you results

    Significant mindset shifts to end the self-sabotage of leveling up for your next career. Strategic branding for your next role-even in job markets that feel hopeless with processes overseen by AI. Patricia puts the human aspect into your SEO through the power of story - your story. Practical, insightful and so encouraging! 👏 Bravo! Jen Rogers

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🎤Jen Rogers, Podcaster
    United States3 months ago
  • A genuinely grounding and transformative podcast for job seekers

    I’m so grateful I discovered The Uncommon Career. The interview mindset episode completely shifted how I approach my interviews. It helped me finally understand the nerves, pressure, and blanking-out moments I’d been experiencing, and it gave me a sense of calm and confidence I didn’t even realize I was missing. What I appreciate most is how clear, warm, and immediately actionable Patricia’s guidance is. Her ability to break things down in a relatable, practical way has already made a noticeable... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Alexa_Hdz
    United States4 months ago
  • Career Transition Expertise

    Patricia is THE guru of career coaching and helping with transitions. She’s a wealth of knowledge and is definitely a show to follow! 5 stars for sure!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    erinmlpod
    United States9 months ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The host's clarity, warmth, and practical techniques help listeners feel prepared for interviews.
Many value the faith-aligned, ethical approach and practical frameworks for branding and job-search strategy.
People note the guest lineup is strong and the coaching is transformative for mid-career professionals.
Listeners praise actionable, calm guidance and real-world client stories.
What listeners like most is the blend of mindset, branding, and strategy in actionable steps.

Chart Rankings

How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

Apple Podcasts
#150
United States/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#99
Ukraine/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#145
Singapore/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#209
India/Business/Careers
Apple Podcasts
#242
Argentina/Business/Careers

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When You Can't Prove Your Value: How to Stop Losing Opportunities, w/Orlando Hayes | #160
Q: What is the big shift you recommend for professionals who feel unsure about proving their value in today's market?
Document wins consistently, synthesize them into clear metrics, and translate those into business impact so you can confidently discuss your value with leaders and during interviews.
145. How 9-5 Professionals Start a Business With Less Risk: "The Authority Bridge" with Mitch Matthews
Q: How do we slowly start rolling down that hill and slowly kind of building something so that in the future, we can offload the W-2?
Start with small steps rather than one giant leap, using a systematic approach like the Authority Bridge to build your business while still employed.
142. Are You on the Right Track? The Two Paths I See Most Often
Q: Can you clearly communicate your value to me right now?
Spend 15 to 30 seconds articulating your differentiators.
142. Are You on the Right Track? The Two Paths I See Most Often
Q: How clear are you on the value you bring to that one role?
Assigning a number between 1 and 100 helps gauge your confidence in your value proposition.
142. Are You on the Right Track? The Two Paths I See Most Often
Q: Tell me the one role you're seeking?
Clarifying your job search helps you focus on your target role.

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2. Rebecca Gutner
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