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CareerCast by the University of Chicago Booth School of Business

Create Your Authentic Story

Aug 18, 2023
Guest Kelly Parker, marketing professional and host of “Business Storytelling Made Easy” Podcast, shares tips on creating an authentic career story, connecting past experiences to the present, highlighting transferable skills, and effectively communicating qualifications.
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Quick takeaways

  • Highlight transferable skills and frame the story to emphasize relevant strengths for a career pivot.
  • Reframe the narrative when transitioning back into a previous career field by focusing on diverse experiences and valuable skills acquired.

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Importance of Cohesive Storytelling in Career Pivots

When making a career pivot, it is important to connect the dots between past experiences and the desired direction. This can be achieved by highlighting transferable skills and framing the story to emphasize strengths and experiences relevant to the new career path. It is crucial to consider the audience and understand what they would be interested in hearing to make the story compelling and effective.

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