Turn Small Talk into Career Conversations

In this episode, I give you an insider’s glimpse into the world of my Optimizer coaching & mentorship program and what we call the ‘Hot Seat.’ What you’ll hear today is a recording of an actual live session with an Optimizer student where on the Hot Seat we tackle various questions about career transitions, productivity, workflows, networking, burnout, habit formation, resumes and websites, and any number of other work or life challenges that students bring to the table as they navigate their own path towards success.

Sorry if this is coming a little late for you last-minute if you’re attending EditFest Global this weekend, but this Hot Seat happened just a few days ago. In the following hot seat session, community member and scripted Assistant Editor, Denise Chan asks me about my best tips for networking at EditFest. You’ll hear me give her a not so helpful response to her vague question and then you’ll hear me help her ask a better question as we dive into the weeds about how to make genuine connections with people and start meaningful relationships that expand your network. This short session can help you transform your next networking event into a valuable, successful, and even enjoyable experience.

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