Send us a text

Sign up for our FREE weekly newsletter

In this episode of the Career Starter Show, Ashley Misquitta sits down with Stephen Mostrom, founder of a content agency called Damn Smart and advocate for lifelong learning. Stephen shares how he built a standout career by committing to daily personal development and using online content to demonstrate credibility and skill. If you’re unsure how to build momentum in your job search or career, this conversation will show you how small daily actions—and a strategic online presence—can open big doors.


Chapters

00:00:00 Intro
00:03:33 Starting in the 2008 Financial Crisis 
00:07:08 What Happened at Silicon Valley Bank 
00:10:45 How to Pivot with Purpose 
00:14:21 The 'Develop Daily' Philosophy 
00:17:56 Job Search Advice for Students 
00:21:30 Career Experimentation = Career Clarity 
00:25:06 Using Content to Build Career Credibility 
00:35:48 What Great Managers Do Differently 
00:43:00 The Future of Work and Adaptability 
00:46:32 Job Search Advice for Students 
00:50:07 The 'Develop Daily' Philosophy 


🎤 Podcast Recommendations:

Andy Storch
Talent Development Hot Seat

📚 Book Recommendations

Million Dollar Weekend by Noah Kagan
Hidden Potential by Adam Grant

👀 Recommend Follow on LinkedIn
Adam Broda
Austin Belcak
Reno Perry

To see all the Career Starter Program book recommendations, click here:

Connect with Stephen Mostrom
Sign-up for Stephen's Newsletter: Develop Daily Newsletter sign-up 

📩 Sign up for our free weekly newsletter

📣 Connect with Ashley!!!

LinkedIn, website, X

P.S.

To see all the Career Starter Program Book recommendations, click here: