In this episode, Lauren and career coach Marnie Lemonik dive into the art of telling your career story—a skill that matters whether you’re interviewing, networking, or simply introducing yourself in a work environment. Listen to hear about the three key parts every career story should include and share practical frameworks (plus real examples) to help you create a concise, clear, and authentic narrative.
You’ll Learn:
- How to craft a 1–2 sentence “career thesis statement” that highlights your path and through-line
- How to filter your past roles so your story feels relevant (without rambling)
- How to work through the awkward period of your story feeling “new”
Show Notes
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Resources
Career Summary / Thesis Statement Template:
I’ve spent the majority of my career in [ABC FIELDS] within [XYZ roles]. The through line of my experience has really been [a passion to help XYZ group, a desire to contribute to an XYZ mission, an interest in the XYZ element of your roles].
Marnie’s “Tell Me About Yourself” Example: https://www.instagram.com/p/C70Ht65M4uR/
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CareerFitter Online Assessment: https://www.careerfitter.com/free_test/careerbuilder?afid=2218
Marnie’s Free Resources
https://www.marnielemonik.com/resources
Marnie’s Interview Prep eBook:
https://www.marnielemonik.com/resources/p/ebook-how-to-shine-in-your-next-job-interview
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