Yes — I’d make them all follow the same action-first format so the bottom feels cleaner and more intentional.
Episode 192: Finding Work That Actually Excites You with Dave Fano
What does it really mean to find a career that feels fulfilling—and how do you navigate the job search when the market feels harder than ever?
In this episode of EdUp L&D, I’m joined by Dave Fano, founder of Teal, a career platform designed to help job seekers take more control of their search.
Dave and I talk about what people are really looking for in their careers, why the current job market can feel so frustrating, and how AI is changing the way we search for and communicate about jobs.
We also dig into something I think gets overlooked way too often: excitement. What if finding a job isn’t just about checking the right boxes, but about finding work that genuinely energizes you?
Dave shares his perspective on approaching the job search more objectively, staying authentic throughout the process, creating opportunities instead of waiting for them, and navigating a job market that continues to evolve.
If you’re job searching, thinking about your next career move, or simply wondering what the future of work looks like, this conversation is for you.
In this episode, we talk about:
• Why pursuing fulfilling work matters
• The challenges job seekers are facing right now
• How AI is changing the job search
• The impact of AI on communication and how we present ourselves
• Why excitement should play a role in your job search
• How to approach your job search more objectively
• The importance of authenticity
• Creating opportunities instead of waiting for the “perfect” job to appearChapters
00:00 — Introduction to Teal and Career Aspirations
01:03 — The Pursuit of a Fulfilling Career
04:01 — Challenges in the Job Market
20:57 — The Impact of AI on Job Seeking
23:05 — The Impact of AI on Communication
32:48 — The Role of Excitement in Job Search
37:04 — The Value of Being Objective in Job Search
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