The Career Change Maker Podcast I Career Change, Career Advancement & Leadership Development #297 The One Question You Must Ask Before Any Important Conversation
Oct 31, 2025
A powerful question can transform your approach to career-defining conversations. It helps you focus on what you want others to know about your experience and expertise. By considering the interviewer's perspective, you can tailor your responses effectively. Shift from impressing to demonstrating value with clear, memorable examples. This impactful prep strategy also applies to performance reviews and appraisals. Start with clear objectives to steer conversations confidently towards your goals.
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Coaching Moment That Changed Prep
- Janine describes a coaching session where a client thought she was prepared until asked a single clarifying question.
- That question revealed gaps and changed how the client approached her recruiter conversation.
Start With One Clear Message
- Ask yourself before any important conversation: "What do I want them to know about me and my experience by the end of this conversation?"
- Prepare focused examples and messages that directly prove that key point so you can demonstrate your value confidently.
From Impressing To Demonstrating Value
- Framing preparation around what you want them to know shifts you from reactive to proactive communication.
- This moves you from trying to impress to clearly demonstrating the specific value you bring.
