Amanda Araujo

I've spent my career building teams at both Chime, a unicorn tech startup with a successful IPO, and Fortune 1 Walmart, so I've seen firsthand what hiring teams are looking for from scrappy, fast-moving teams to highly competitive, highly structured organizations. After hundreds of interviews, one thing has remained consistent: the job search is a vulnerable and nuanced process for everyone, from executives to new grads. Having spent years on the recruiting side of the table, I now get to turn that perspective into the candidate's advantage. I help people architect a custom job-search strategy built around where they are and what they need. Whether you're exploring what's next, trying to get in front of the right people, or wondering why your current approach isn't getting traction, we'll work through the strategy and tactics to get you moving in the right direction. No two searches are the same, and neither is the approach. Expect candid conversations, practical advice, and a fresh perspective from someone who's seen the process from the other side. I offer practical advisory throughout the entire job-search journey, including: 🔎 Passive Optimizer: Employed professionals seeking passive discoverability and targeted recruiter outreach through optimized professional branding (LinkedIn & resume) and backend search visibility. 📄 Resume Builder: Creating a polished *quick scan* (that's all recruiters will give you!), ready-to-go resume. 🎯 Job Search Launchpad: This tailored advisory helps you determine where to focus efforts for max results, strategize target opportunities, and live demonstrations of most effective networking and outreach practices. 🔐 Stuck Seeker: Turn job search stagnation into momentum. For those feeling stuck/stalled who need a recruiter’s perspective to identify bottlenecks, sharpen their strategy, improve networking and outreach, dissect interview feedback, and build momentum toward their next role. 🎖️ Interview Prep: Preparing to confidently navigate interviews, differentiate yourself, and recall your most poignant experience. 💰 Offer Closer: Candidates in final interview rounds or holding an offer who want to negotiate the highest possible compensation.