Answer the Call | Christian Career Coaching

What do you do when you have a great job at a great company with great benefits, but you're completely empty inside?

That was Maddy’s reality. As an executive coordinator at Deloitte, she had everything that looked good on paper, but behind the scenes she was running on empty, feeling underemployed, and quietly convinced that she was stuck in this career path forever. 

So she did something terrifying. She left. Without a job lined up.

But everything worked out! Because "We know that in all things God works for the good of those who love him, who have been called according to his purpose." Romans 8:28

So in this episode, Audrey sits down with Maddie to unpack the full journey, from burnout and brave decisions, all the way to a role she is genuinely, excitedly walking into. It's a story about identity, transferable skills, trusting God in the waiting, and what it really looks like to step out of the boat.

In this episode, you'll hear:

• Why feeling underemployed can amplify burnout in ways that sneak up on you

• The self-limiting beliefs that kept her from even imagining a career pivot

• The Peter-walking-on-water moment that carried her through the fear

• Her top 3 practical job search tips

• What trusting God practically looked like: journaling, Scripture, community, and honest prayer

If you've ever felt trapped by your job title, convinced your resume only qualifies you for one thing, or just completely drained by a role that looks great on paper, this episode is for you.

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Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

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Do you feel behind in your career?

Maybe you’re watching friends move forward while you’re still applying. Maybe you dread being asked, “How’s the job search going?” Or maybe you feel like you’ve done everything right on paper, but you still aren’t getting the results you hoped for.

In this episode, Audrey talks with Katherine, a recent master’s graduate who went from feeling discouraged and stuck in the job market to landing weekly interviews, building new confidence, and accepting an Organizational Change Management role that checked the boxes for her early career goals.

They discuss:

- Why post-grad life can feel so tender and full of comparison

- How to stop seeing yourself as a victim of the job market

- Why consistency matters more than motivation in the job search

- Why early career candidates need to speak with more confidence

- How to redefine success during the job search

- Practical advice for recent graduates and early career professionals

If you’re feeling behind, this conversation is a reminder that God is not late, your story is not over, and your next step may be closer than you think.

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What do you do when the career path you worked so hard for suddenly disappears?

In this episode, Audrey talks with Cristy, a professor whose academic role was unexpectedly eliminated after years of working toward what felt like a secure and meaningful future. After investing nearly a decade into graduate education, teaching, research, and the pursuit of tenure, Cristy found herself facing a painful question: What now?

They discuss:

• What it feels like when the career you built your life around unexpectedly ends

• How to grieve the future you thought you were working toward

• The difference between career misalignment and life-stage misalignment

• Why clarity often comes through exploration, not overthinking

• How God can use disruption to reveal a better-fit path

• How to trust God when you cannot see far down the road

If your career plan has changed, your job search feels uncertain, or you are wondering what God is doing in your work, this episode will remind you that your calling is not over just because the path looks different than you expected.

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What happens when you come into the career discernment process expecting a major pivot, and God leads you somewhere completely unexpected instead?

In this episode, Audrey sits down with James, a global communications manager who spent 13 years at a nonprofit working in Africa. He came to us feeling burned out, questioning his direction, and wondering if it was finally time to leave his entire career field behind. 

What happened instead? A mindset shift that changed everything, and a dream offer from a gospel-centered ministry, arriving on a Saturday morning. 

Audrey and James discuss:

• What it actually means to consecrate your job search

• The “less think, more click” motto that became a cornerstone of James’ application process

• The bold prayers he prayed, and what happened within the same week

• How he landed and aced a values-based interview at a ministry

• The encouragement James has for anyone who fears their “big career pivot” won’t be as dramatic as they hoped

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Is it actually time for you to leave your job?

In this episode, we’re breaking down the real, practical, and honest reasons why it might be time to move on, and just as importantly, when it might actually be worth staying. We discuss:

• The 5 clear signs it might be time to leave your job

• How to tell if it’s burnout… or real misalignment

• Why lack of growth can quietly stall your career

• What constant dread is actually trying to tell you

• Practical questions to help you decide wisely

We also talk about something many people don’t consider: sometimes it’s not about finding the “perfect job”… but about finding a job that fits your season, responsibilities, and values right now.

If you’ve been feeling stuck, drained, or unsure about your next step, this episode will help you step back, process wisely, and move forward with clarity.

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Have you noticed how often people online talk about wanting a “cushy job,” a “lazy girl job,” or a role where they can basically get paid to do as little as possible?

In this episode, Audrey and I are talking about why that mindset might seem appealing on the surface, but can quietly hurt your character, your career, and your relationship with God over time.

Now to be clear, this is not about glorifying hustle or saying you need to be overworked to be valuable. Sometimes you really do need a healthier, less stressful job. But there’s a big difference between needing rest and building a work life around doing the bare minimum.

We talk about where this trend is coming from, why so many people feel drawn to it, and how to think about work in a way that is both honest and biblical.

We discuss:

• What people mean when they say wanting to have a “cushy” job

• Why bare minimum work culture can hurt you long-term

• How “act your wage” thinking can shape your habits

• What integrity at work looks like as a Christian

• Practical ways to reset if you’ve started coasting at work

If you’ve been feeling tired, disillusioned, or tempted to check out at work, I hope this episode gives you a more grounded and God-honoring way to think about your job, your habits, and your calling.

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Job searching can be one of the hardest seasons of your career, especially when a layoff comes unexpectedly and you’re responsible for providing for your family.

But it can also be one of the most refining seasons of your life.

In this episode, Audrey sits down with former coaching client Anu to share her job search journey, from months of applications and final-round rejections to landing a Senior Customer Success Manager role with a salary increase and a clear leadership path.

You’ll learn:

• How to keep going after multiple interview rejections

• Why interviewing is a skill you can improve

• How to explain your career pivot with clarity

• Why strategy matters more than sending hundreds of applications

• How faith helped during the job search

  
  

If you’re currently job hunting, facing rejection, or trying to pivot careers, this episode will give you both practical advice and encouragement to keep moving forward.

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In this episode, we sit down with Larry to talk about what it really looks like to navigate a difficult job search after an unexpected layoff.

After losing his job with almost no warning, Larry had to figure out what to do next. Through persistence, community, and faith, he rebuilt momentum in his job search and eventually landed not one, but two job offers.

We discuss:

• How strategic outreach helped land interviews quickly

• The resume changes that made recruiters respond

• How to prepare for interviews effectively

• What to do when you face rejection after multiple interview rounds

• How to manage burnout during a long job search

• The importance of faith, prayer, and community during the job hunt

If you’re currently job searching, feeling discouraged, or wondering how to stay motivated after setbacks, this episode will encourage you and give you practical steps to keep moving forward.

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Welcome to the 4th episode of our “Why You’re Getting Rejected” series! 

If you haven’t watched the first three episodes yet, make sure to check out the full playlist so you can understand the entire hiring process from start to finish: 

In this episode, we’re breaking down what happens after the hiring manager interview, because the interview process can vary wildly depending on company, industry, and seniority level. We discuss:

• The most common interview types you may face next

• What sequences tend to look like for small businesses, startups, and large corporations

• How the interview process changes by role level

• A step-by-step plan to prepare for each type of interview

• How to approach role-specific assessments

• How to prepare for the final executive interview

If you’ve ever made it past round two and still didn’t get the offer, this episode will help you understand why, and exactly how to prepare differently next time.

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Have you ever made it to the next round of interviews… and still not get the offer?

In this episode, we break down the #1 non-obvious reason hiring managers reject candidates after the second round. Spoiler: it’s not your experience, but how you communicate it.

We discuss how to:

• Turn interviews into conversations instead of interrogations

• Ask strategic questions that reveal what the hiring manager actually wants

• Stop “playing blind” and tailor your answers in real time

• Handle gaps in experience with confidence and honesty

• Ask for next steps so you’re not left in limbo

If you’ve been getting to final rounds but not landing the offer, this episode will show you exactly what to fix.

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You made it to the first interview. You felt like it went well. And then… you got the rejection email.

In this episode, we break down exactly what recruiters are looking for during the first interview (especially the recruiter phone screen), and why candidates get rejected after making it to the top 3% of applicants.

You’ll learn:

• Why only ~3% of applicants make it to the interview stage

• 2 reasons you might get rejected that have nothing to do with you

• 5 quick fixes you can implement immediately

• 5 deeper improvements that require practice

• How to fix professionalism red flags

• The biggest energy mistake candidates make

• How to answer salary questions confidently

• Why clarity creates confidence (and job offers)

• How to close your interview strong

This episode is especially helpful if:

• You keep getting interviews but no offers

• You feel like interviews “go well” but you don’t move forward

• You’re a career pivoter trying to position your experience

• You want Christian career coaching that’s both practical and biblical

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If you’re job hunting and keep getting rejected before you even land an interview, this episode is for you.

This is Part 1 of our “Why You’re Getting Rejected” series, where we break down exactly why recruiters reject candidates at the application stage, including both the obvious mistakes and the lesser-known red flags most people miss.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why generic resumes get rejected immediately

• How recruiters actually scan applications

• Resume, keyword, and formatting mistakes that disqualify candidates

• LinkedIn issues recruiters notice but rarely explain

• Why being “qualified” still isn’t enough

We hope this episode brings clarity, hope, and encouragement as you make practical changes that actually move the needle in your job search.

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What does it look like to trust God in your career when the path feels slow, discouraging, and unclear at all?

In this client success story, Audrey sits down with Christina to share her powerful career journey marked by persistence, discernment, and deep trust in God’s provision. As a single foster mom, Christina needed a role that supported both her calling at home and her professional gifts – and that journey came with plenty of pivots, rejection, and waiting.

Audrey and Christina discuss:

• How to stay persistent in a long and emotional job search

• When to pivot your career strategy without losing sight of your calling

• Why networking and referrals matter more than online applications

• How faith, intuition, and effort work together in career decisions

• What it really means to trust God as your provider

If you’re navigating career confusion, waiting on God for your next step, or searching for work that aligns with your faith and life season, this is for you.

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Isn’t entrepreneurship the dream?

For years, our client Tyler has lived it – running his own video production business and enjoying the freedom many people chase. But over time, he realized that entrepreneurship wasn’t the calling for this season. 

In this episode, Audrey and Tyler discuss:

• Why entrepreneurship isn’t always the right path

• How to pivot careers without starting over

• Breaking into tech sales without prior experience

• Using bold outreach in a job search

• Trusting God through a career change

If you’re looking for inspiration to make a career pivot, no matter how impossible you may think it is, this episode is for you.

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Does God actually care about the work you do?

In this episode, I’m joined by my friend Jinsoo for one of the most honest and theologically rich conversations we’ve had on the show.

Jinsoo brings a rare perspective shaped by both marketplace leadership and formal theological training, and together we explore what Scripture actually says about work, calling, confusion, and faithfulness. 

We discuss:

• Why the divide between “ministry” and “marketplace” work is a false one

• How free will and God’s sovereignty work together in career decisions

• Why faithfulness doesn’t always mean “sucking it up” or staying stuck

• How ANY job can participate in God’s kingdom

• The 5 Ps of calling

If you’ve ever felt guilty for not working in ministry, confused by career discontentment, or unsure whether your job matters to God at all, this conversation might change how you see your work.

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Kelsey Kemp

RESOURCES MENTIONED:

• Every Good Endeavor by Timothy Keller

• Garden City by John Mark Comer

• God’s Plans, Your Plans | A sermon by Timothy Keller

  
  

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Does God actually care about your business and the work you’re doing?

In this client success story, Audrey sits down with Hannah to share what shifted when she realized that God doesn’t just care about her. He cares about her business too.

When Hannah first came into coaching, she was overwhelmed and unsure whether her ideas could become something sustainable. She was working hard, juggling too many ideas at once, and quietly questioning if her niche even mattered. Without clear direction, the emotional weight of building started to add up.

I know many founders feel this way. We hope this episode becomes a reminder that building a business doesn’t mean carrying everything alone. God cares about the details: the decisions, the doubts, the timing, and when we invite Him into our work honestly, it changes how we build.

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In this episode, I share the full testimony of my two year journey through infertility.

In this episode, I share what the waiting season was really like: the confusion, the questions, the tears, and all the ways God quietly and patiently reshaped my heart along the way.

In this episode, I talk about:

• How God changed my heart toward motherhood and children

• Why infertility challenged my faith in ways I’m grateful for

• Advice for couples trying to conceive

• What actually WORKED and what didn’t

• How to ENJOY life while still waiting on God

• How this season reshaped my view of vocation, calling, and surrender

• What’s next for me and the future of The Called Career

My prayer is that this episode encourages you, gives language to feelings you might not have known how to name, and reminds you that God is still working, even when the answer hasn’t come yet.

And if this resonates with you, or if you’re in need of prayer, please don’t hesitate to reach out. 🤍

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year! 

We’re so grateful to be closing out the year with a huge milestone – our 250th podcast episode! Truly, praise be to Jesus for giving us the strength and consistency to keep showing up every week.

With the year coming to a close, we’re sitting down for an honest (and very exciting!!!) year in review, reflecting on everything this past year held for The Called Career and for us personally. From big answered prayers to unexpected challenges, we’re sharing the highs, the hard parts, and everything in between.

We discuss:

• The bold goals we set at the start of the year and how they actually turned out

• Audrey’s relationship update! 👀

• Kelsey's BIG personal announcement!!!! 

• The behind-the-scenes business struggles we experienced

• Books, Scripture, and lessons that carries us through the highs and lows

• What we’re prayerfully hoping for as we step into the next year

From the bottom of our hearts, thank you for being part of this community and for walking with us through another year. 

Every download, share, comment, and message has meant the world to us. You’ve been with us through the highs, the challenges, and everything in between, and we’re so grateful for your continued support, encouragement, and energy as we look ahead to all that the Lord has in store.

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Sometimes, the career “change” isn’t drastic, and that’s okay.

In this client success story, Audrey sits down with Ethan, an engineer who felt stuck and unsure about his career but knew a dramatic change wasn’t realistic. With a wife, 3 young kids, and financial responsibilities, quitting everything or starting over wasn’t an option.

Audrey and Ethan discuss:

• Why a career change does not always need to be drastic to be meaningful

• How Christian beliefs about calling and work can affect career decisions

• The pressure many professionals feel to make a big leap and why it is often unnecessary

• How informational interviews help build confidence and direction

• Learning to trust God’s redirection even when the path looks different than expected

If you’re feeling stuck or pressured to make a drastic move and need reassurance that meaningful career change can happen without starting over, this is for you.

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Job searching can feel frustrating, isolating, and discouraging, especially when you’re doing everything the right way and still hearing nothing back.

That’s what happened with Alex – who sent out 30+ applications with zero responses, not even a callback… and then she landed a role at a dream company without even applying! 

In this episode, we break down exactly what wasn’t working, the mindset shift that changed everything, and how strategic, faith-led networking opened doors she didn’t even know were there.

If you are:

• Feeling invisible in the job market

• Exhausted from applying online

• Wondering if career coaching is “worth it”

Then this episode is for you.

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What happens when the career you’ve poured 28 years of your life into suddenly disappears?

In this client success story, Audrey sits down with Tamara, a former program manager at Wells Fargo who faithfully served in one company for nearly 28 years until her job was eliminated. Instead of rushing into the next role, Tamara chose to slow down, meet God in the uncertainty, and walk step-by-step into whatever He had prepared next.

Her story is a powerful reminder that:

- You are not done just because one chapter closes

- God does not waste your experience

- Clarity is often found while in motion

- You are fearfully and wonderfully made for work God designed for you

If you’re navigating a transition, especially later in your career, let Tamara’s “clarity while in motion” testimony be the encouragement you’ve been praying for.

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Are you already planning for 2026? Before you sit down with your journal or vision board, we want to show you a peaceful and biblical way to actually plan your year with God, and not just present your goals to Him after the fact.

We discuss:

• How to start your annual planning rooted in Scripture

• How to look back at your year with gratitude

• A simple way to evaluate your spiritual growth

• How to ask God what HE wants for your 2026

• How to consecrate your goals and plans to the Lord

• How to create quarterly plans with God

If you’re feeling unsure about what next year should look like, this episode is for you.

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If you’re feeling exhausted, stuck, or drained in your current job, this episode will speak straight to your heart.

Today, we sat down with Bobby – a husband, father, and 20+ year corporate professional who believed he just needed to “hold on 10 more years” before making a change. But when burnout, pressure, and calling collided… God began opening a path he never expected.

Through career coaching, prayer, and community, Bobby learned:

- Why feeling drained doesn’t mean you’re ungrateful

- How God debunks the lies that keep us stuck

- What it looks like to dream with God again

- How to make a career transition wisely when you have a family

- The surprising way God revived a buried dream of entrepreneurship

If you’re wrestling with fear, responsibility, or uncertainty about leaving a draining job, Bobby’s story will help you see what’s possible when you invite God into your career decisions.

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In today’s episode, Audrey and I walk through five Christian habits that instantly make you more professional and more of a blessing to the people you work with. These aren’t complicated but when you weave them into your daily life, they change the way people experience you, and they quietly reflect Christ through your work.

And the last habit? Most people avoid it completely… but it might be the one that transforms your workplace the most.

We discuss:

• Why “doing what you say you’ll do” is one of the most Christlike habits you can practice

• How learning to say no helps you honor your yes

• What it really looks like to take ownership of your role

• The surprising habit that builds trust faster than anything else

• Why professionalism is ultimately about loving people well

• + More

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If you’ve ever stared at your resume thinking, “Will they judge me for this?” Then this episode is for you!

We address the truth about career gaps, job hopping, and how to confidently talk about them in your resume, LinkedIn, and interviews. Whether you’ve been laid off, took time off for family, or are pivoting careers, you’ll learn how to explain your story with honesty, professionalism, and faith, and still get hired.

We discuss:

• How to address gaps in your resume and LinkedIn without oversharing

• What to say in interviews if you’ve switched jobs frequently

• When (and when not) to explain your gap

• How to own your story and show growth

• The mindset shift you need to stop letting your resume define your worth

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If you’ve ever felt like you wasted years in the wrong career path, this episode will remind you that nothing is ever wasted when God’s the one writing your story.

Lauren spent years studying law, earning her degree, and climbing the ladder in the legal world… only to realize she was deeply unfulfilled and misaligned. The idea of pivoting felt impossible, after all, how do you just walk away from years of hard work?

If you’re in the same page as Lauren, listen in as we discuss:

• What to do when your career feels “off” and you’re scared to pivot

• How to release the guilt of “wasted time” and trust God’s redirection

• Why your unique background is part of His intentional design

• How to find peace and clarity through prayer, coaching, and surrender

If you’ve been feeling stuck, unsure how to move forward, or afraid to start over, this conversation will help you take that next faithful step.

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Most people hit pause on their job search during the holidays because they feel like it’s not the best time and companies aren’t hiring. But that’s a huge myth! The “I’ll start in January” plan feels safe… but January is when everyone comes back at the exact same time with the exact same plan.

So today, Audrey and I are breaking down why this season can actually be one of the most strategic times to apply, and how waiting could put you behind instead of ahead.

We’re talking about:

• Why job postings don’t suddenly stop just because it’s December

• How end-of-year remaining budget can create open roles

• Why competition is often dramatically lower right now

• How seasonal or contract roles can quietly become full-time

• And how holiday gatherings can actually make networking easier (yes, even if you hate networking)

If you’ve been feeling hesitant, discouraged, or stuck in “I’ll start later” mode, this episode is your permission to stop waiting for perfect timing and start taking aligned steps now.

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Most people don’t realize they’re making interview mistakes until they start wondering why they’re not getting offers.

So in this episode, we’re going to walk you through the 5 subtle interview habits that might be quietly costing you job offers, and how to fix them.

We’re covering things like:

• Why most people bomb the “Tell me about yourself” question (and how to actually nail it)

• How to stay confident and concise instead of over-explaining your story

• How to tie your answers to what the company actually cares about

• Why saying “I’m excited to learn” can make you sound less hireable

• How to interview like a consultant, not a candidate

If you’ve got an interview this week or this month, this episode will help you show up sharp, confident, and clear about the value you bring. Share it with a friend too!

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If you’ve been applying to job after job and still not hearing a thing, this episode is your sign to pause and listen!

We’re walking through the LinkedIn habits that quietly kill your chances of getting recruited – and what to do instead. Think of this as your LinkedIn reset for 2025 so your next opportunity actually finds you.

We discuss:

If you want to finally have recruiters DMing you about jobs that fit, this is for you!

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You don’t need to apply to 500 jobs.

You need to apply the right way.

In this episode, we're breaking down the exact 7-step system I teach my clients to turn more applications into interviews. This is the strategy that’s helping them cut through the noise, stand out to hiring managers, and finally get those “You’ve been invited to interview” emails.

We discuss:

- How to shift from mass applying to targeted, high-impact applications

- The small tweaks to your resume and LinkedIn that change everything

- How to get your application seen (and not stuck in a recruiter’s pile)

- The one message that gets hiring managers to pay attention

- How to follow up with confidence and build momentum

If you’ve been finding it hard to land interviews with your applications, this is for you.

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Ever feel like you spend hours scrolling through LinkedIn job postings – only to apply to two? 😩

In this episode, we share a 5-step framework to help you quickly evaluate job descriptions so you can apply only to the ones that truly fit your calling.

You’ll learn:

• How to do a 15-second gut check to skip bad-fit roles fast

• Why clarity on your target job title is the #1 prerequisite

• The 70% rule for deciding if you’re qualified enough

• How to spot red flags (and avoid time-wasting applications)

• When and how fast you should apply to boost your chances

• Why seemingly “boring” companies might be your best opportunity

If you’re tired of wasting time reading endless job postings and want a smarter way to land the job God’s calling you to, this episode is for you.

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Want to land interviews faster? In this episode, we break down the resume bullet points formula that recruiters actually notice.

Learn how to:

• Identify what hiring managers are really asking for in job postings

• Write resume bullet points using the XYZ Formula

• Balance skills, action verbs, and measurable results

• Avoid the copy-paste trap with ChatGPT and AI resume builders

• Translate your experience into results that get interviews

You can still land the job you feel called to this 2025! Use these tips, and let us know how it goes!

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“The days are evil – make the most of every opportunity.” – Ephesians 5:15-17

This week’s episode is a sober call to courage. In light of Charlie Kirk’s death, the weight of 9/11, and personal experiences of hostility, we talk about what it means to stop lying, defend truth, and live out your God-given calling.

We discuss:

• Why staying silent allows evil to grow

• How to take action now

• The difference between God’s revealed will and His hidden will

• Revelations 12:11

• And a story of courage from my grandfather!

Every believer is called to live faithfully, love boldly, and act today. I hope this speaks to you.

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In this solo episode, I talk about one of the biggest roadblocks I see all the time when I hear people finding their calling: entitlement.

Entitlement shows up when we expect God’s plan to always match ours – easy, comfortable, and always successful. While this can happen because we have an all-loving God, God can sometimes also use humility, waiting, and even hard seasons to shape our hearts and prepare us for the work He’s calling us to do.

I talk about:

• How entitlement can block us from hearing God clearly

• Why humility and surrender are key to discovering your calling

• The wrong assumptions we often make about a “godly” career

• Encouragement from Scripture on trusting God’s way

If you’ve been waiting for everything to feel easy before stepping into your purpose, I hope this episode helps you see that God is with you – both in times of blessing and in times of challenge.

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If you feel stuck and you're waiting for God to move but nothing ever seems to be happening... I promise you, God is always at work!

In this episode, we dive into the stories of Jonah, Esther, Job, the Israelites, and Hannah to show you that waiting seasons are never wasted seasons. Each of these Biblical characters faced moments of fear, uncertainty, and delay — yet God was moving behind the scenes the entire time.

• Jonah reminds us that even when we run from God’s plans, He can redirect our path.

• Esther teaches us to trust God’s timing when courage is needed most.

• Job shows us how to hold onto faith when everything feels lost.

• The Israelites reveal God’s faithfulness even in the wilderness.

• Hannah gives us hope that heartfelt prayers never go unheard.

Whether you’re facing a career change, praying for breakthrough, or simply waiting for clarity, this conversation will give you Biblical wisdom and encouragement to trust God’s plan, even when you can’t see what He’s doing.

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Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

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In this episode, we’re slowing down together for something different – prayer. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, spiritually dry, or unsure of your next step, this is for you.

Audrey and I open up honestly about our own struggles with prayer and then take time to pray over you – your heart, your calling, and your season of life. Whether you’re overflowing with faith or barely holding on, our hope is that this prayer reminds you of God’s love, His presence, and His faithfulness.

Take a deep breath, listen in, and let these words wash over you. You are not alone.

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Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

Are you stuck white-knuckling your way through a job you can’t stand?

In this episode, we talk about how to achieve work-life balance, not just by cutting hours or adding flexibility, but by aligning your work with your God-given calling. 

We discuss:

• The heart check you need before changing jobs or asking for more flexibility

• Why loving your work changes your whole life (and even your budget)

• Practical steps to set healthy boundaries, boost your productivity, and reclaim your Sabbath

• How to create a life you don’t need to escape from

Whether you’re a Christian professional facing burnout, dreaming of a career pivot, or simply seeking for more joy in your work, this will inspire and equip you to steward your calling well.

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In today’s episode, I’m sharing something really personal – because I know I’m not the only one walking through a dry, discouraging, anxiety-filled season. This conversation is all about energy leaks – the emotional, spiritual, and practical “drains” that are quietly exhausting you behind the scenes.

I’ll be real: this has been one of the hardest seasons of obedience I’ve ever walked through. Between layoffs, business disappointments, and some deep pruning in my life and heart, God has gently shown me what I was clinging to that He never asked me to carry. I thought I had to hold it all together. Turns out, I just needed to let go.

If you’ve been praying for clarity, rest, or breakthrough – this one’s for you. We talk about boundaries, burnout, and what it means to partner with God in the release before the receive.

Here’s what you’ll hear:

• What energy leaks are (and why they might be what’s really burning you out)

• Why obedience can sometimes feel like failure first

• How letting go of “good things” made room for God things

• What to do when you're stuck between fear, shame, and exhaustion

• What the Bible says about boundaries, provision, and rest

This one is for the Christians who keep on striving. The one who keeps wondering why things aren’t working, no matter how hard they try. The one who’s been faithful, and just needs a reminder that God sees them and He’s still providing.

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Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

What if the perfect job for your next season actually exists, and you’re not too late to find it?

In this episode of Answer the Call, Joan shares her inspiring story of leaving a 19-year career as a pediatric nurse practitioner to pursue a dream job that felt too good to be true – remote, flexible, and mission-driven!

At 62 years old, Joan overcame job search overwhelm, fear of age discrimination, and the lie that “it’s too late” by trusting God and working the right strategy.

We discuss:

• How Joan used faith + strategy to find clarity and confidence

• What it’s like to job hunt after 15+ years off the market

• The power of informational interviews (and one that led directly to her offer!)

• How mindset work and godly coaching opened new doors

If you’re a Christian job seeker navigating a career pivot, or feeling stuck and wondering if meaningful work is still possible for you – this episode will give you so much hope (and practical next steps).

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Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

Are you praying, reading your Bible, and still wondering why you can’t hear God’s voice?

In this episode, I share 6 biblical reasons why you may not be hearing from God, and what to do about it. We’ll explore practical and spiritual insights straight from the Scripture to help you overcome silence, break spiritual barriers, and grow deeper with Christ.

🔑 What you’ll learn:

• The surprising ways sin and noise block God’s voice

• Why seasons of silence are part of His plan

• How to discern if it’s God or your own thoughts

• Practical steps to cultivate stillness and hear Him clearly

Whether you’re seeking career clarity, direction for a major life decision, or simply longing for God’s guidance, this episode will encourage you.

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Kelsey Kemp

God doesn’t always move through big, dramatic changes. Sometimes it’s through small, quiet career pivots that align us with His plan.

And that’s exactly what happened with our client, Michael.

In this episode, he shares how a small shift in his career became the key to walking in his calling and stewarding his current season with purpose. He went from deflated and overwhelmed in his job search to landing a role he loves at a larger renewable energy company, all while navigating life with a newborn and toddler.

We discuss:

• Why small pivots aren’t small when God is in it

• How to stop letting the job market tell you who you are

• What it looks like to honor your current employer while preparing for the next step

• The mindset shift that helped Michael make progress in a busy season

• How career coaching has helped with clarity and landing a new role

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Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

Ladies, your cycle directly impacts how you show up at work, and guess what? God designed it that way on purpose! If you've ever felt inconsistent, unmotivated, emotional, or just off at work and thought, "what's wrong with me?" - this episode will set you free.

You're a woman, created with rhythms and seasons that are meant to guide you, not shame you. We'll walk you through the 4 phases of your cycle (menstrual, follicular, ovulation, and luteal), and how each one affects your energy, productivity, communication, and clarity. 

We discuss:

- The difference between masculine and feminine energy (and how both matter in your calling)

- Why your job might feel harder in certain phases and what to do about it

- How to invite God into your rhythms, rest, and work

- Healing from hustle culture and honoring your body

- The tasks you can do to match your cycle phases

This one’s packed with encouragement, practical insight, and deep permission to stop comparing yourself to anyone else, especially men. Let’s finally stop forcing ourselves into productivity patterns we were never built for. You were designed with purpose, cycle and all. 💛

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Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

In the previous episode, I shared how my life just blew up and my realizations that Jesus never hurried. He trusted the Father’s timing even in the slow and uncertain season, which hit me hard, but it also left me wondering:

How do I actually come back to God when I feel distant, numb, or even resistant to His presence?

That’s what this episode is all about. I’m sharing the exact things that helped me reconnect with God after dry, confusing, and even defiant seasons, like the prayer that changed everything, how I eased back into the Bible without guilt, and how confession opened my heart again.

If you're feeling far from God, spiritually dull, or unsure how to take the next step, this episode is a gentle, practical place to begin.

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Back on April 1st, Episode 213, I shared a personal chitchat about why I was working with urgency – because life felt short, and I didn’t want to waste time. I wanted to crush my personal and business goals as soon as possible because we’re not guaranteed time.

And while most of that was true, here I am 10 episodes later taking a lot of that back, not because life isn’t short, but because I’ve come to realize that Jesus never hurries, and maybe I wasn’t supposed to either.

In this episode, I open up about one of the most refining seasons I’ve ever walked through: burnout, back-to-back ER visits, fertility struggles, financial debt, and business plans falling apart. But it’s also the season where God met me most tenderly, showing that even in weakness, He always provides. That even in chaos, He always brings peace. And yes, that includes an unexpected $18,000 check that covered every single debt I was carrying.

This is my raw, unfiltered testimony of God’s faithfulness in the slow and uncertain. If you’re in a  season that feels the same, where everything seems completely off-track, please hold on to your faith. God sees you. God hears you. And He will make everything perfect in His time.

Soli Deo Gloria. 🤍

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What if your dream job isn’t on a job board… but waiting on the other side of one meaningful coffee chat?

In this episode, Charlotte shares how one simple conversation led to the mission-driven job she had been praying for. After turning down two job offers that looked great on paper but didn’t align with her spirit, she chose to trust God’s timing, and that’s when everything shifted.

Audrey and Charlotte discuss:

• How to discern peace vs pressure in job decisions

• Why Charlotte turned down two offers (and what happened next)

If you’re looking for the confidence to do informational interviews, or even just casual coffee chats and connection calls, this will change your mind.

Are you stuck in a job that no longer excites you, or worse, one that promised more but never delivered? In this inspiring episode, we’re joined by Ben, a data analyst turned data scientist, who shares how he created a job for himself inside his own company – one that didn't even exist before.

You'll hear how he:

• Navigated feelings of self-doubt and stagnation

• Took bold steps to demonstrate his value and initiate change

• Leveraged internal opportunities to build skills that aligned with his dream role

• Negotiated a 35% salary increase in the process

This is the behind-the-scenes of what it really looks like to create a career you're called to, without switching companies. If you're a Christian job seeker or someone who feels unseen in your current role, this episode is for you.

Cheering you on,

Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

What if the layoff that broke you... was actually God's redirection?

In this client success story, we sit down with Delphine, a former finance professional in New York, who thought losing her job was the end, until it became the beginning of something far greater. She didn’t just bounce back, she built a business rooted in faith, purpose, and creativity.

👩‍🎨 Today, she runs an art advisory business that helps professionals bring depth and beauty into their homes, all while finally living her calling.

Audrey and Delphine discuss:

- How Delphine turned a layoff into a God-given opportunity

- What it looks like to live in your calling, even when it’s scary

- The real reason you might feel stuck in your career

- Why clarity is more powerful than certainty when job hunting

If you're a Christian job seeker wondering “What now?”, or you’re pivoting from a non-traditional to a traditional career (or vice versa), this conversation will encourage, equip, and deeply resonate with you.

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Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus

If you’ve been job hunting for months and wondering why the market feels tougher than ever, you're not alone. I recently sat down with a room full of executives to ask one big question: Why are so many talented people struggling to get hired in 2025? And more importantly, what can you actually do about it?

If your applications are being met with silence, this episode will help you understand what’s really going on behind the scenes, and give you clear strategies to help you stand out and land the job you're called to.

In this episode, we’re sharing real, unfiltered insights from CEOs, hiring managers, and recruiters, plus practical steps you can take today to position yourself for success.

We discuss:

• Why executives say “the good talent is already hired”

• The #1 thing hiring managers look for in job interviews

• How to show you're “humble, hungry, and smart”

• How to land roles that aren’t even posted (and create your own openings)

• How Christian jobseekers can stay faithful, strategic, and confident in a tough market

Cheering you on,

Kelsey Kemp & Audrey Bagarus