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November 20, 2025 8 mins

Most people try to convince companies to hire them, but the real secret to career growth is creating conversations that naturally lead to job offers. In this episode, Scott shares a step by step approach to turning genuine curiosity into meaningful work opportunities. Perfect if you want a career change without endless online applications.

 

What you'll learn

  • How to express interest in a role without sounding pushy
  • The exact words to use when following up
  • Why "selling yourself" doesn't work — and what to do instead
  • Learn how to shift a conversation from learning about a role to exploring real opportunities
  • Explore the conversational techniques that turn interest into job opportunities

 

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Related Episodes

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