Overcoming the Stigma of Asking for Career Help

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This chapter emphasizes the importance of asking for help in career advancement and leadership, highlighting that it is not a sign of weakness but a common practice among successful individuals. The speakers discuss the significance of being clear and specific in requests for assistance and stress the need to establish credibility and value when seeking guidance. They also provide tips on how to hold the interest of others in a conversation when asking for help, focusing on making it about the other person and being concise in sharing one's own information.

Larry Braman: Career Consultant and Coach Larry Braman is the president of Global Career Consulting and Placement and the founder of Career University, live and on demand job landing and career advancing webinars. Key Points It’s essential for us to recognize that the most successful people ask for (and receive) help all the time. Say less initially in your interactions with influencers so that you can meet them where they are as the conversation progresses. When someone offers to help or to make an introduction, take immediate action to follow up. It’s important for us to have both mentors and advocates in our careers. Be memorable in a genuine way by making a human connection to the other party. Resources Mentioned Finding the Career That Fits You* The Ultimate Guide to Using Your Strengths to Get Hired* How to Win Friends and Influence People* by Dale Carnegie Mentors Are Good. Sponsors Are Better by Sylvia Ann Hewlett Larry Braman’s Career Hacks How To Become a Career Coach* Related Episodes How To Get The Most from LinkedIn, with Donna Schilder (episode 101) Your Career Strategy, with Bonni Stachowiak (episode 243) How to Figure Out Your Career, with Scott Anthony Barlow (episode 259) Discover More Activate your free membership for full access to the entire library of interviews since 2011, searchable by topic.