Finding expertise usually isn’t the issue; it’s figuring out which expertise is relevant to your context.
What I learned from experimenting with templates is answering the question ‘why me?’ in the initial message is the key.
It comes down to two approaches - move up or move out. Here’s how you can decide which makes the most sense for you
You crushed the interview, negotiated the salary, and suddenly, it’s day one of your new job. Now what?
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"This is fascinating work. Let's get a slide together to share with the CEO and Board." This was the exact response I was expecting.
Historically, I struggled to articulate my impact on the company. I felt icky trying to quantify my results, and instead, I tried to let my work speak for itself.
The competition's winner did not score the highest because of any framework or research. Instead, she nailed her storytelling for herself - short, clear, emotional/exciting, and delivered confidently.
I’ve had managers ‘advocate’ for me until I came to them with a real problem, and then they dangled a promotion if I just ‘dealt with it.’
After interviewing with the team lead and VP, I received the dreaded “we decided to move on with other more experienced candidates” email.
On slide 2 the CEO stops me and said a number didn’t look right. The CRO confirmed it was wrong and bam. In less than 3 minutes all my credibility was ruined.