Episode Summary: Navigating Career Transitions with Ryan Dickerson In this episode of Conversations on Careers and Professional Life, I speak with Ryan Dickerson, founder of Good Fit Careers, about his innovative approach to career coaching. Ryan leverages generative AI tools like ChatGPT to help executives craft compelling resumes, prepare for interviews, and navigate career transitions. The conversation covers the importance of patience during job searches, building empathy for hiring managers, and the power of relational networking over transactional interactions. Ryan also shares his strategies for reframing career narratives to highlight problem-solving abilities and deliverables, rather than simply focusing on personal achievements. Additionally, the episode delves into how AI assists Ryan’s coaching process, helping clients break down their professional journeys into actionable, digestible insights. Key Topics: AI-powered career coaching and resume optimization The value and importance of patience in career transitions Developing empathy for hiring managers Reframing career narratives Effective networking: Relational vs. transactional approaches Preparing for interviews by focusing on concrete outcomes Resources Mentioned: Good Fit Careers For Ryan's Coaching practice and podcast Follow Ryan on LinkedIn Tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini, Perplexity.ai Listen to my conversation with Jeremy Schifeling, founder of the Job Search Insiders, about using AI in the career search. Networking guides: The 2-Hour Job Search and The 20-Minute Networking Meeting Listen to my conversations with Steve Dalton about the 2-Hour Job Search