You Don’t Suck, the Job Market Does with Asha Aravindakshan, Bestselling Author of “Skills: The Common Denominator”

On this episode of Career Diaries, I welcome Asha Aravindakshan, author of “Skills: The Common Denominator.” Asha shares her insights into navigating the complexities of career pivoting, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and leveraging transferable skills.Key Takeaways:(02:20) Asha’s background, education and early career.(02:45) The unexpected career start of an internship and the decision to pursue stability.(06:27) The concept of hindsight in career decisions and the value of reflecting on past choices and skill acquisition.(09:16) The importance of hard work in your 20s and its long-term benefits.(15:07) Asha’s strategic approach to identifying the right industry and role.(19:36) Building a personal brand and the role of authenticity in career progression.(24:12) Networking strategies that go beyond traditional methods.(29:04) Storytelling is a crucial skill in today’s job market.(31:33) Advice on the effectiveness of cold applying for jobs with a targeted approach.Resources Mentioned:Asha Aravindakshan -https://www.linkedin.com/in/ashaa12/“The Startup of You” by Reid Hoffman -https://www.startupofyou.com/OTTA -https://otta.com/Thanks for listening to the Career Diaries podcast with Briana Okyere. If you enjoyed this episode, please leave a 5-star review to help get the word out about the show. Email [email protected] to get your burning career questions answered on the podcast, and be sure to subscribe so you never miss another conversation.#CareerSuccess #MillennialCareer #ProfessionalDevelopment #YoungProfessional #Workplace