Welcome to the Goat Rodeo: Why J...

Welcome to the Goat Rodeo: Why Job Descriptions Fail

The Disgruntled PM by The Disgruntled PM
Nov 10, 2025
46:29

Episode notes

In this conversation, Trevor Greenberg interviews Steven Sopko, who shares his extensive career journey from the military to various roles in tech and entrepreneurship. They discuss the evolution of job applications, the ineffectiveness of resumes, and the importance of networking and building genuine relationships. Steven emphasizes the flaws in job descriptions and hiring practices, advocating for a more proactive approach to job searching and relationship building. The conversation also touches on lighthearted topics, including personal anecdotes and fun questions.

Connect with Stephen:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/careerpivotstudio

LInkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/stephensopko/

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The intro music for this podcast includes portions from “The Wandering," composed and performed by The Ravened. Find more of his work at https://www.youtube.com/@the-ravened. Used with permission by The Ravened.