Building a successful career is a goal that many of us strive for. However, navigating the complexities of the job market and finding the right path can be challenging. In this thought-provoking interview with Mark Herschberg, a fractional CTO and author of "The Career Toolkit," we explore the key factors that contribute to a successful career and how to overcome common obstacles along the way. We cover a wide spectrum, ranging from strategies to discover your dream job and the significance of networking to identifying the need for a career pivot and mastering the art of making one. We also talk about the influence of AI on the job market and the importance of focusing on innate human strengths in the face of technological advancements.

Key Takeaways:

A successful career is one that meets your needs and aligns with your life goals.
When considering a job, focus on the actual day-to-day work rather than just the job title.
Networking is crucial for finding opportunities and advancing in your career.
Build relationships before making requests.
Failure is an opportunity to learn and grow. Identify what went wrong and how to avoid repeating the same mistakes.
In the face of technological advancements like AI, focus on developing innate human strengths and finding ways to add value.

Quotes:

"Successful career is one that meets your needs." - Mark Herschberg
“Whenever you have questions, you need to seek answers.” - Mark Herschberg
"Networking is about relationships. It's not about adding people on social media." - Mark Herschberg
"Failure is an opportunity to learn and improve." - Mark Herschberg
"Focus on developing innate human strengths in the face of technological advancements." - Mark Herschberg

Resources:

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MARK'S LINKS:

The Career Toolkit Website: https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com

https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/resources
https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/career-plan-questions (Career plan questions)
https://www.thecareertoolkitbook.com/candidate-interview-questions (interview questions)

Brain Bump app (Brain Bump app)
https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.brainbump&hl=en_US&gl=US (Android)
https://apps.apple.com/us/app/brain-bump/id1616654954 (Apple)
https://brainbumpapp.com/#video (Brain Bump 90 second video)

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