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How to Turn a Casual Career Conversation Into a Job Opportunity

How to Turn a Casual Career Conversation Into a Job Opportunity

Update: 2025-11-20
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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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How to Turn a Casual Career Conversation Into a Job Opportunity

How to Turn a Casual Career Conversation Into a Job Opportunity

Scott Anthony Barlow