297: The One Question You Must Ask Before Any Important Conversation

31 october, 2025

Episode 297: The One Question You Must Ask Before Any Important Conversation

In this episode

🎙️ Episode Overview

In today’s episode, I’m diving into a powerful yet often overlooked question that can make or break your preparation for career-defining conversations — whether it’s an interview, a performance review, or a high-stakes pitch.

This episode was inspired by a recent conversation with one of my coaching clients who is navigating the Career Change Maker Process. As we discussed an upcoming chat she had with a recruiter, one simple question shifted everything for her and I believe it can do the same for you.

If you want to show up fully prepared and leave a lasting impression in your next important conversation, this episode is a must-listen.

Summary

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The power and importance of preparing for career advancing conversations in the right way

✅ How to move from reactive to proactive communication

✅ Why this one question works across interviews, reviews, and pitches

Action Step:

💡 Before your next career conversation, ask yourself: What do I want them to know about me, my experience, and my expertise by the end of this conversation? Then prepare with that focus in mind.

Episode notes

As an award-winning certified executive and career coach, TEDx speaker, podcast host and former lawyer, I have seen way too many female professionals under selling themselves and settling for less in their careers. I am committed to equipping high achieving women with the tools and support to create careers that are both meaningful and impactful.

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