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Apr 2024
23m 18s

Storytelling for Job Search Success

Career Contessa
About this episode

It’s not the most qualified person who gets the job, but the best storyteller! Learn how to become a more effective storyteller for job search success with executive speaker coach, Laura Fravel. You’ll learn:

  • Why storytelling works better than other communication types
  • Tips for becoming a more effective storyteller
  • How to focus on your future, not your past
  • The importance of the stories you tell yourself.


Show Notes

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Guest Resources:

Laura Fravel website: https://laurafravel.com/

Laura Fravel LinkedIn:https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurafravel/ 


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