How to Run a Career Gap Analysis

In this episode of Career Compass, Lucas and Luna explore the career gap analysis—a structured way to identify what's missing between where you are and where you want to be. They break down the three types of gaps (skills, experience, and network), show how to map them using a simple three-column exercise, and discuss how to prioritize which gap to close first. Using a real-world example of a marketing coordinator aiming for a product manager role, they walk through five concrete steps: defining your target role, listing requirements, auditing your current state, scoring the gaps, and creating a 90-day action plan. Lucas shares how he used this method to move from journalism to business podcasting, and Luna offers a cautionary tale about the 'shadow gap'—the gap between what you think you need and what the market actually values. They also touch on how to use informational interviews to test assumptions and avoid wasting time on the wrong skills. Perfect for anyone feeling stuck in their career or planning a pivot, this episode gives you a practical framework to turn vague dissatisfaction into a clear roadmap. #CareerGapAnalysis #CareerCompass #FexingoBusiness #BusinessPodcast #Careers #JobSearch #ProfessionalGrowth #SkillsGap #CareerPivot #CareerMapping #LucasAndLuna #ProductManager #MarketingCoordinator #InformationalInterviews #90DayPlan #CareerStrategy #CareerDevelopment #PodcastEpisode158 Keep every episode free: buymeacoffee.com/fexingo