How to win over the CEO when you're a career changer. Paul Scribner. Episode 14.

Is your career aligned with your values? Take my free assessment and find out in 3 minutes. amicongruent.comEpisode Takeaways:To succeed in business, pick up the phone. Voice cuts through tone confusion, cools conflict, and signals genuine partnership. If you send a heated text/email, follow up in person to clarify and repair. Make “call first” your default when stakes or emotions rise.For career changers, translate your value when transitioning to a new sector. Honor what you’ve done, but get crystal clear on how success is measured in the new environment (often dollars: revenue up, expenses down). In interviews, skip vague “I’ll add value” claims; instead, ask, “What results will I be judged on, and when will I get feedback?” Normalize impostor feelings & lead with curiosity. Nearly everyone feels stretched when leveling up professionally. Don’t drag yesterday’s solutions into a new context; ask, learn, adapt. Expect some anxiety when you’re building.Why companies should hire non-traditional candidates. Businesses should consider broadening candidate pools beyond standard résumés; diverse backgrounds sharpen teams, provide a competitive edge, and become a meaningful way to give back.You can learn more about Paul and Raven Resources at their website. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit erichoke.substack.com