You Don’t Suck, the Job Market Does with Asha Aravindakshan, Author of Skills The Common Denominator скачать в хорошем качестве

You Don’t Suck, the Job Market Does with Asha Aravindakshan, Author of Skills The Common Denominator

On this episode of Career Diaries, I welcome Asha Aravindakshan, author of “Skills: The Common Denominator.” Asha shares her insights into navigating the complexities of career pivoting, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and leveraging transferable skills. Key Takeaways: (02:20) Asha’s background, education and early career. (02:45) The unexpected career start of an internship and the decision to pursue stability. (06:27) The concept of hindsight in career decisions and the value of reflecting on past choices and skill acquisition. (09:16) The importance of hard work in your 20s and its long-term benefits. (15:07) Asha’s strategic approach to identifying the right industry and role. (19:36) Building a personal brand and the role of authenticity in career progression. (24:12) Networking strategies that go beyond traditional methods. (29:04) Storytelling is a crucial skill in today’s job market. (31:33) Advice on the effectiveness of cold applying for jobs with a targeted approach. Resources Mentioned: Asha Aravindakshan -   / ashaa12   “The Startup of You” by Reid Hoffman - https://www.startupofyou.com/ OTTA - https://otta.com/ Thanks for listening to the Career Diaries podcast with Briana Okyere. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review to help get the word out about the show. Email bri@careerdiariespodcast.com to get your burning career questions answered on the podcast, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss another conversation. #CareerSuccess #MillennialCareer #ProfessionalDevelopment #YoungProfessional #Workplace