Disclaimer: This take on a job search may sound icky

Disclaimer: This take on a job search may sound icky, but stick with me here.

You are not just a Person in your job search you are also a Product. (This is true in consulting as well and maybe even more so)

Crafting your narrative and building your career story is crucial for authentic connection and alignment. This has to be truly you for real success.

But on the back end, there’s a more clinical, strategic side to job searching that you can’t ignore:

Start with Your Narrative

*Define your unique story: What skills, experiences, and values set you apart?

*Align your story with roles and companies where you’ll thrive.

*Use your authentic narrative to create real connections during interviews and networking.

Think of Yourself as a Product with a Go-to-Market Plan

*Highlight your value proposition: What do you offer that others can’t?

*Target the right audience: Focus on companies and industries that align with your strengths.

*Build your “marketing materials”: A standout resume, LinkedIn profile, and portfolio, pitch deck, bio.

Run Your Search Like a Sales Funnel

*Track opportunities through clear stages (applied, follow up, interviews, projects, offer).

*Follow up and nurture leads to keep momentum and track your comms to ensure you are in the correct cadence and format to keep processes moving along.

*Close on an offer that aligns best with your goals & the company’s goals.

Detach Emotionally

*Rejections are about alignment, not your worth. (The swipe lefts of your life need not define you)

*Use feedback to refine your approach, just like product testing.

Authenticity + strong connections + strategy + a clear process = job search success.

It’s not easy, but it will work.

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