Happen To Your Career - Meaningful Work, Career Change, Career Design, & Job Search How to Turn a Casual Career Conversation Into a Job Opportunity
Nov 20, 2025
Discover the art of turning casual conversations into job opportunities! Learn how to express interest without being pushy and why traditional self-promotion might backfire. Scott discusses building likability and trust through meaningful interactions. He shares scripts for effective follow-ups that encourage collaboration. Plus, explore strategies for shifting conversations towards real opportunities, treating industry contacts as partners rather than prospects. Transform your career approach into one that invites dialogue and opportunity!
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Flip The Hiring Mindset
- Flip the mindset from "Will they accept me?" to "Do they make the cut for me?" to find work that truly fits.
- This perspective shifts power and leads to more intentional career decisions.]
Stop Selling; Create Choice
- Do not try to convince anyone to hire you; avoid overt selling because it triggers people's built-in skepticism.
- Create situations where they choose to work with you by building trust instead of pitching.]
Build Likability With A Thank-You Note
- Build likability and trust before asking for help because people hire those they know, like, and trust.
- Send a handwritten thank you note after conversations to stay top of mind and build goodwill.]