In this packed episode of Corporate Agony Aunt, Isobelle tackles two of the biggest career blockers, doubting your own worth when applying for roles, and knowing when (and how) to pivot before your industry collapses.

First, Izzy breaks down why job descriptions are wish lists, not hard-and-fast rules, and how to reframe your CV, LinkedIn, and interview narrative so you get hired even if you don’t tick every box. You’ll learn the 70% rule for applying, how to identify and highlight transferable skills, and why confidence trumps perfection when chasing your next role.

Then, we dive into strategic job hopping when your sector is shrinking. Izzy shares how to spot the early warning signs, pinpoint adjacent industries, and upskill before you’re forced to, along with real-world examples of smooth (and not-so-smooth) pivots.

We also get a brilliant corporate confessional from a listener who managed to book £50,000 worth of hotel rooms… and forget to tell the team about them.

In the Interview Power Move Masterclass, Izzy walks through beating Applicant Tracking Systems (ATS) with keyword optimisation, simple formatting, and smart title tweaks — before revealing her favourite confidence hacks, including the “bum squeeze”, power posing, and the biro pen smile.

Finally, we hit the community questions:

* How to lead when you’ve just been promoted to manager (without faking perfection)

* Why you should focus on fixing the right problems first

* How to set and enforce healthy work boundaries when your boss expects 24/7 availability

If you’ve been holding back from applying for that “reach” role, wondering how to escape a dying industry, or want to feel bulletproof in your next interview this one’s for you.

Listen now to discover:

* The mindset shift that gets you hired without meeting 100% of the criteria

* How to spot and act on industry decline before it hits you

* Three instant ways to boost confidence before walking into an interview

* Why networking early beats scrambling later

* How to set boundaries your boss can’t ignore

When to Leap, When to Leave And How to Win the Interview

Not “qualified” for that dream role? Apply anyway.

Stuck in a dying industry? Pivot before it’s too late.