#15 - The 1 MISTAKE In a Job Search That Can Derail Your Career

Ever wondered why you sometimes feel out of sync with your job? This episode is a revelation, shedding light on the critical role of aligning personal values with company culture and how it can be a career game-changer. Here, we expose a shocking statistic: a cultural mismatch can lead to a whopping 48% drop in work quality! We dive into how to gauge a company's culture, the power of networking, and ways to determine if you're a good cultural fit for an organization before you sign that job contract. So listen in to learn how to match your personal values with your company culture and see your job satisfaction skyrocket!


Show notes:
[1:27] Finding a personal and cultural fit in a job search
[5:28] Understanding the impact of company culture
[12:25] Company vs. department culture
[21:14] Researching companies
[30:49] Outro

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