Welcome to Locker Talk, the career podcast where we ditch the fluff and talk real strategy to help mid-career professionals move forward, take action, and lead their game.
This Week’s Play:
You’ve got the experience. You’ve delivered results. But you're still getting passed over for promotions or new roles — and it's not because you’re not qualified. This episode breaks down the real reason you’re stuck and exactly what to do about it.
You’ll Learn:
Why the promotion went to someone else (and it’s not because they had more talent)
The mindset shift that helped me go from rejected three times to handpicked without an interview
How to use the STARR Framework to talk about your value — not just your history
What hiring managers and execs are really listening for when you talk about your experience
🎯 Key Takeaway:
It’s not about proving you’ve done the job before — it’s about showing you’re ready for what’s next. If you want to move up, your story has to be forward-facing.
📌 Mentioned in This Episode:
👉 STARR Framework Guide
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