073: Demystifying Career Feedback: Inside the Critique Process with CSL Coaches

Get ready to transform your approach to feedback! This episode delves into the art of giving and receiving critiques on career materials. 

Career Strategy Lab Coaches Erin Lindstrom, Becca Santilli, and Steph Knox share their extensive experience from reviewing thousands of resumes, portfolios, and LinkedIn profiles.

They discuss the importance of being specific when asking for feedback and how staying mindful of your goals can make the process more effective. 

Learn how different methods, like live sessions and prerecorded critiques, can help boost your confidence and refine your materials. 

Whether you're looking for a new job or aiming for a promotion, this episode will guide you to get the best feedback possible. 

Tune in to discover actionable tips that ensure you get the feedback you need to succeed.

Reflection Questions

1. What strategies do you typically use when asking for feedback on your career materials, and how can you apply Erin, Steph, and Becca's advice to improve your approach?

2. How do you handle receiving conflicting feedback from different sources, and what steps can you take to discern which feedback is most valuable to you as suggested in the podcast?

3. Erin mentioned the importance of building the skill set to improve any career material bullet point in the future. What specific skills or actions can you focus on to enhance this ability in your own career development?

4. Considering Becca's point about the importance of the compass statement in gaining clarity and confidence, how would you articulate your own compass statement, and in what ways might it serve as your North Star in your career journey?

Time Stamps 

00:00 Introduction and Special Guests

00:11 Understanding Feedback in Career Strategy Lab

00:42 Demystifying the Critique Process

01:30 Meet the CSL Coaches

03:17 The Critique Process Explained

04:50 Personal Critiquing Processes

06:07 Importance of Compass Statement

09:45 Live Calls and Community Support

11:36 Tips for Asking Feedback

16:12 Your Next Steps 

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