#297 The One Question You Must Ask Before Any Important Conversation

***Join us for our 300th Episode Celebration*** On Thursday 27th November, we will be coming together to celebrate reaching this amazing milestone with a Live Podcast Recording & Networking Event. I would love to see you there.  Grab your ticket. There are only 25 seats left available.  ___________________________________________________________ In today’s episode, I’m diving into a powerful yet often overlooked question that can make or break your preparation for career-defining conversations — whether it"s an interview, a performance review, or a high-stakes pitch. This episode was inspired by a recent conversation with one of my coaching clients who is navigating the Career Change Maker Process. As we discussed an upcoming chat she had with a recruiter, one simple question shifted everything for her and I believe it can do the same for you. What you"ll learn: The power and importance of preparing for career advancing conversations in the right way How to move from reactive to proactive communicationWhy this one question works across interviews, reviews, and pitches If you want to show up fully prepared and leave a lasting impression in your next important conversation, this episode is a must-listen. Action Step:  Before your next career conversation, ask yourself: What do I want them to know about me, my experience, and my expertise by the end of this conversation? Then prepare with that focus in mind. Links & Resources:📖 The One Thing by Gary Keller – Grab the book 💬 Got questions? Email me at janine@careerchangemakers.com ⭐️ Enjoying the podcast? Please rate and review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify Work with MeJoin the 1:1 coaching waitlist to get started in November Connect with Me:Instagram: @careerchangemakerspodcast Website: careerchangemakers.com Send us a text 🎙️ Celebrate 300 Episodes with Us – Join the Live Podcast Recording! We’re bringing the Career Change Maker Podcast to life to mark reaching our 300th episode milestone — and you’re invited! Join host Janine Esbrand and guests for a special live recording and celebration in London, where they’ll be sharing meaningful insights about making purpose-driven career pivots and aligning your career with what matters most.