The Power of Networking After a Career Setback — With Bestselling Author Michelle Schafer

In this episode of the Liz Career Coaching Podcast, certified coach and author Michelle Schafer joins me to discuss how to navigate career transitions and build authentic professional relationships. Michelle shares lessons from her own job losses, offers practical networking strategies, and introduces her new job search mini course. This episode is for anyone feeling stuck in their job search or intimidated by networking. 🔑 Episode Highlights: Michelle shares how job loss led her to discover coaching and build a meaningful, people-centered career.Reflection is the first step in a successful job search; the importance of knowing your values, strengths, and non-negotiables before applying.Networking should be approached with intention and seen as research through conversation, not a transaction.Practical strategies for preparing for informational interviews, including how to share your story and ask purposeful questions.Michelle introduces her new mini course and bestselling book, Cultivating Career Growth, as powerful tools for job seekers navigating change. Michelle"s information, resources and freebies!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelleschafercoaching/ Website:  https://mschafercoaching.ca/ Free offer: A free chapter from my book - sign up here: https://mschafercoaching.ca/cultivatingcareergrowth/ Order her book Cultivating Career Growth: Navigating Transitions with Purpose: https://www.amazon.ca/Cultivating-Career-Growth-Navigate-Transitions/dp/1998393194/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0 67Free offer: Career Focus Framework and walk-through video guiding you on how to complete: https://mschafercoaching.ca/gain-clarity-and-confidence-in-your-job-search/ Email: michelle@mschafercoaching.ca Book a complimentary 30 min discovery call:  ☎️ https://calendly.com/coaching-with-michelle-schafer  ACCESS COURSE https://mschafercoaching.ca/job-search-jumpstart/ Connect with me!LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lizherrera1/Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizcareercoaching/Website:  https://www.lizcareercoaching.net/Email: lizcareercoaching@gmail.com 40 Best Career Coach Podcasts 100 Best Coaching Podcasts Music: https://www.purple-planet.com Sound from Zapsplat.com Artwork: Joseph Valenzuela Design Support the show