The Public Health Career Reboot Plan

5 Mistakes That Get You Rejected, Ghosted, or Overlooked—And How to Get Hired (Even After Layoffs, Burnout, or Doubting Your MPH Was Worth It)

Instant access. The advice I wish I had years ago

What You'll Get:

+ 5 costly mistakes that sabotage your job search (and how to fix them)+ Real examples of what gets overlooked vs. what gets noticed+ Actionable fixes to get interviews (not just more rejections)

Are you ready to overcome being overlooked despite your public health expertise?

I’m Melissa, a public health professional with 6+ years in local government and 4+ years making hiring decisions. I’ve reviewed applications, interviewed candidates, and made tough calls on who moved forward.I’ve also been on the other side of the table—navigating burnout, wondering if my MPH was worth it, and trying to stand out in crowded applicant pools.This plan gives you the tools, strategies, and confidence to go from overlooked to hired. I’m pulling back the curtain to share what actually gets results.

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Here's everything that's inside:

Day 1:The “Scattershot”
The hidden reason your resume feels busy instead of compelling—and the simple shift that makes hiring managers say yes fasterDay 2: The “Jargon Trap”
The subtle language choice that shuts out recruiters—and how to make your skills crystal clear to anyone reviewing your application.Day 3: The “Comfort Zone”
How playing it safe in your job search can quietly stall your salary and career growth—and what to do instead to open new doorsDay 4: The “Solo Mission”
Why the jobs you want rarely show up on job boards—and where they’re hiding (plus how to get in front of decision-makers).Day 5:The “Unicorn Job”
Why waiting for the “perfect” role keeps you stuck—and the 70% rule that gets you interviews faster.