The Job Hunting Podcast Become a Changemaker: What Job Hunters Can Learn from Alex Budak (Ep 192)
In this episode, we talk with Alex Budak, co-founder of Start Some Good, about career transitions, the impact of sunk cost mentality, and incorporating AI into professional development. Alex shares insights on finding a different path and his personal experience of coming second for a desired job. Subscribe to The Job Hunting Podcast for more inspiring content.
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Timestamps to guide your listening:
- 03:12 - Alex Budak shares his career story
- 08:40 - The key strengths that have helped Alex carve out his career path
- 15:25 - Alex's definition of change-making and who changemakers are
- 17:14 - The reasons behind his dedication to studying and advocating for change-making
- 19:02 - Exploring the concept of change-making as a state of mind, not just a job or responsibility
- 21:45 - The importance and benefits of becoming a change-maker
- 28:39 - The influence of AI
- 30:30 - Impact of AI to change-makers
- 34:25 - Alex's practical advice for professionals currently in transition, i.e., between jobs
Links mentioned in this episode:
- "Becoming a changemaker" by Alex Budak
- Episode 126 - I have noticed that professionals fall into the sunk cost fallacy when they continue a career track
- Episode 170 - This episode of The Job Hunting Podcast outlines what you need to know in order to make a successful transition
About the host, Renata Bernarde
Hello, I'm Renata Bernarde, the Host of The Job Hunting Podcast. I'm also an executive coach, job-hunting expert, and career strategist. I teach corporate, non-profit, and public professionals the steps and frameworks to help them find great jobs, change, and advance their careers with confidence and less stress.
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