Want to Change Careers? Here’s How Informational Interviews Can Help
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What if a 15-minute conversation could change the direction of your career?
In this episode, I’m breaking down one of the most underrated (and most effective!) tools for career changes and job searching: the informational interview.
I share why these low-pressure conversations can bring more clarity than months of guessing—helping you understand the role, the company, and the industry, while also beginning a genuine relationship with someone who could become a future colleague. We’ll cover how to approach these conversations, who to reach out to, and how to make the most of them.
Key Takeaways from Today’s Episode
If you’re navigating a job search or career pivot, this episode invites you to start with one conversation.
+ Informational interviews are about learning
These low-pressure conversations help you understand what a role, company, or industry is really like—beyond job descriptions and titles.
+ Start closer than you think.
Former colleagues, alumni, LinkedIn connections, and thoughtful cold outreach can all lead to meaningful conversations.
+ One conversation can change your direction.
Informational interviews help you gather information and refine your next steps.
Resources mentioned in this episode:
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+ Informational Interview Checklist: To help you gather information and refine your next steps
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Ways to work with me:
+ Join Fried to Flourishing, the self-paced career change course or virtual coaching experience.
+ You’re invited to the Gathering Ground, an insider circle where careers take root, grow, and flourish.
+ Browse around the shop and check out the playbooks: Make The Leap, Ultimate Playbook for Heart-Based Career Change | The Complete Interview Prep Playbook | Jumpstart Your Job Search, Gift for Grads
Informational Interview Checklist
Gather information and refine your next steps
Want more career wisdom? Check out these podcast episodes/blog posts!
+ How the Blank Page Creates Career Clarity
+ How To Discern Company Culture + Creative Ways to Land the Interview with Jena Dunay
+ How To Discuss Time Off In Job Interviews
For more insider stories, quick tips, and #CareerTalk, I invite you to connect with me on Instagram @flourish.careers.
