Ranked #1 LinkedIn HR Creator (Global), #2 Female Creator (US) | Positioning Companies & Founders to Attract Talent, Capital & Credibility | 100M+ Organic Reach | Ex-Amazon, Cognizant, Labcorp

Hiring. Visibility. Credibility.

The three levers every founder, CEO, coach, or consultant needs to scale.
The problem? Most get them wrong.

That’s where I come in.

I built 𝐏𝐫𝐨𝐯𝐞𝐧 𝐏𝐚𝐭𝐭𝐞𝐫𝐧𝐬 to help seed to Series B startups, lean teams, and high-stake leaders attract the right talent, amplify their brand visibility, and build credibility that wins capital and clients.

What sets us apart?
We operate at the intersection of AI, recruitment, and brand strategy turning overlooked processes into growth systems.

Here’s what that looks like in numbers:
✔ 3,000+ hires placed globally across industries
✔ 250,000+ resumes reviewed with precision at scale
✔ 100M+ organic impressions without ad spend
✔ 150K+ community grown organically on LinkedIn
✔ 50K+ subscribers of our Li Newsletter: Incredible Edge
✔ Worked with enterprises like Amazon, Cognizant, Labcorp
✔ Partnered with unicorns like Atlan & Domino Data Lab
✔ Executed brand collabs with Lovable AI, Emergent AI, Gusto, Replit Agent 3, Gamma & GoPerfect
✔ Been named Favikon’s #1 HR Voice (Worldwide) and #2 Female Creator (US) - April'2025

But metrics are just the proof. The real outcome is this:

💡 Founders who save time and scale smarter.
💡 Executives who become visible authorities.
💡 Startups that attract capital and top talent on autopilot.

If you’re still struggling to hire right, stand out, or get noticed, it’s not because you lack potential.
It’s because you’re playing the wrong game.

My work is helping you change that.

📩 DM me or reach out: bookings@proven-patterns.com

Let’s build what they can’t ignore.

💜

Kumud Deepali R.

Hiring for attitude > Hiring for experience.
And more leaders need to say this out loud.

Over the years, one truth has become unmistakably clear:
👉 Skills can be taught.
👉 Mindset is much harder to change.

You can train someone on tools, processes, and systems…
But you can’t teach someone to be kind, collaborative, or solution-oriented if they’re rooted in negativity.

When you hire people with:
✨ A positive mindset
✨ A willingness to learn
✨ A team-first attitude

You’re not just filling a role, you’re strengthening your culture.

What do you value most when hiring, skills or mindset?

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Some of the world’s greatest innovations were born from rejection.

Visionaries who were underestimated went on to reshape entire industries.
🚗 Toyota rejected a mechanic’s new design idea- he built Honda instead.
🐂 Ferrari dismissed advice from a tractor maker- he built Lamborghini.
🏎️ Lamborghini refused to fund an engineer’s carbon-fiber project- he built Pagani.
💻 HP turned down a computer idea from their own engineer- he co-founded Apple.
🎮 Nintendo walked away from a Sony engineer’s disc-console concept- he built PlayStation.
📼 Blockbuster laughed at a founder looking to partner- he built Netflix.
Rejection isn’t a dead end. It’s a redirection.

Sometimes the “no” you hear today becomes the reason you build something the world can’t ignore tomorrow.

If you’re working on something bold and people don’t get it yet…
Keep going.

What’s one rejection that pushed you toward something better? Share your story below. 
Repost as someone might need this reminder to keep going. Thanks!

Visual Credit: Chandrakumar K. Pillai

Rejection Leads to Big Things

Kindness is not a weakness, it’s a leadership advantage.

In a world that often rewards speed, competition, and “winning at all costs,” kindness can feel underrated.

✔️ Kindness builds trust.
✔️ Kindness strengthens teams.
✔️ Kindness fuels collaboration.
✔️ Kindness creates leaders people want to follow.

Some of the strongest professionals I know are the ones who choose empathy even when it’s not the easiest option.

Let’s stop treating kindness like a liability.
It’s a skill.
A strategy.
A strength.

Imagine what our workplaces would look like if kindness was the standard, not the exception.

💬 How has kindness positively impacted your career, life or workplace?

Kumud Deepali Rudraraju, SHRM CP

Applaud yourself, even for the smallest wins. Because progress doesn’t always look like big milestones.

Sometimes it’s:
 ✨ showing up when you didn’t feel like it
 ✨ learning a new skill one tiny step at a time
 ✨ choosing growth over comfort
 ✨ getting back up no matter how many times things didn’t work out

Small wins build momentum.

Momentum builds confidence.

And confidence builds the kind of results everyone else eventually notices.

But you don’t need the applause of others to validate your journey. Start by giving it to yourself.

Celebrate the small stuff, it's the fuel that gets you to the big stuff. What small win are you celebrating today?

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✨ Say yes, and let growth catch up later.

How many times have we held ourselves back because we didn't feel “ready enough”?

Reality is, nobody ever feels 100% ready. Confidence is built after taking the leap, not before.

Some of the biggest milestones in my journey came from saying yes first:
Yes to roles I’d never done
Yes to projects that felt intimidating
Yes to challenges that forced me to level up
Every “yes” stretched me. Every stretch expanded my capability.

🔥 Growth is uncomfortable. But that discomfort is where transformation begins.

So here’s a gentle reminder for anyone hesitating today:
Don’t wait for perfection. Say yes. Show up. Learn on the way.

What’s one opportunity you said “yes” to before you felt ready?

What if the most important subject in school isn’t math, science, or reading… but empathy?

Since 1993, Denmark has required every child aged 6-16 to take a weekly empathy class.

Not as an add-on. Not as a nice-to-have.
As a core part of education.

The outcome?
🌍 Among the lowest bullying rates in the world
🌱 Consistently high kindness and well-being scores
🤝 A culture where emotional intelligence is as valued as academic achievement

It raises a powerful question for all of us; parents, leaders, educators, and employers:
Are we teaching the next generation how to understand each other, not just outperform each other?

In a world driven by competition, Denmark chose connection. And it’s paying off.
Imagine if more school systems did the same.
Imagine if more workplaces did the same.
Empathy isn’t soft.
Empathy is a skill.

And it might just be one of the most future-proof ones we can teach.

Should empathy be a required part of education or maybe even workplace everywhere? What do you think?

Put a ❤️ on this post if you believe empathy should be mainstreamed in both school and work, and repost to help spread it.

Things great leaders are NOT sick of hearing…
Because real leadership isn’t about control,
it’s about trust.
When your team says…
➡️ “Can I leave early today?”
➡️ “Do you mind if I come in late?”
➡️ “My child is sick, can I rush off?”
➡️ “I’ve got an appointment tomorrow, is that okay?”

A great leader doesn’t roll their eyes.
They don’t make people feel guilty.
They don’t treat adults like children.
They say:
Handle what you need to handle - I trust you.
Here’s what great leaders do differently 👇
✅ They seek to understand before assigning blame.
✅ They speak up for fair treatment & recognition.
✅ They make sure their team’s efforts are seen.
✅ Their team always knows where they stand.
✅ They communicate with transparency.
✅ They recognize effort not just results.
✅ They build trust through consistency.
✅ They empower decision-making.
✅ They advocate for their people.
✅ They listen before reacting.
✅ They keep their promises.
✅ They lead with empathy.
✅ They nurture potential.
✅ They invest in growth.

Leadership isn’t about permission.
It’s about empowerment.
If you trust people to do their job,
they’ll do it better than you expect.
Every. Single. Time.

And Hire for attitude,
character,
integrity…
and that is when this trust can be easily built. 

If this resonates, hit “Repost”, like and comment so more leaders see it. Trust-based leadership matters.

Image Credit: Rob Dance

FACT: Having a good manager is a blessing.

Not the kind you appreciate only during appraisal season…

But the kind that shapes your career in ways you don’t fully realize until much later.

A good manager doesn’t just assign tasks.
They mentor, guide, empower, and protect their team.
They create an environment where you feel safe enough to try, fail, grow, and shine.

If you’ve ever worked under a truly great manager, you know the difference:
 ✔️ You learn faster
 ✔️ You feel valued
 ✔️ You’re trusted
 ✔️ You’re motivated
 ✔️ And most importantly; you become better, not just as an employee, but as a person

Great managers don’t just lead teams.
 They build people.
 And that’s rare.
 And worth celebrating.

🔁 Repost this to appreciate great managers
👥 …and tag a manager who made a real difference in your journey.

Image Credit: Daksh Sethi

What if the real measure of success isn’t what we achieve, but how human we choose to be?

Every day, we get countless opportunities to show who we really are;
in how we help, how we listen, how we show up, and how we choose compassion even when no one is watching.

Kindness doesn’t need an audience.
Empathy doesn’t need a reason.
And humanity doesn’t need a perfect moment, it just needs intention.

What inspires me most is seeing ordinary people choose to act with extraordinary heart. Not for praise. Not for credit. Simply because it’s the right thing to do.

Imagine what our workplaces, communities, and world would feel like if more of us made humanity a daily habit.
A little more care.
A little more patience.
A little more giving.

It adds up.

Humanity matters. Practice it every single day.

If you believe the world needs more humanity, drop a ❤️ or repost this message to help it reach someone who needs the reminder today.

15 AI Skills to Master in 2026 (For Non-Tech Professionals)

👉 Connect + hit the notification button. I share daily insights from the hiring side of the table: changing AI landscape, jobs, resumes, interviews, and branding that actually works.

Prompt Crafting
Learn how to write clear instructions so AI gives you accurate and useful results.
Tools: ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini

AI Workflow Automation
Use AI to automate daily tasks, reports, emails, and follow-ups without coding.
Tools: Zapier, Make, Bardeen

AI Assistants & Agents
Build simple AI agents that can handle repetitive work like scheduling, research, and documentation.
Tools: Relevance AI, LangChain Assistants, CrewAI (no-code mode)

AI + Your Own Data (RAG Lite)
Connect AI to your documents, sheets, and knowledge base for smarter answers.
Tools: Notion Q&A, ChatGPT with Docs, Hightouch

Multimodal Creation
Use AI to create videos, images, presentations, and documents from text prompts.
Tools: Canva AI, Gamma, Runway

Custom AI Assistants for Work
Create personal assistants for tasks like writing emails, answering FAQs, or summarizing long content.
Tools: ChatGPT Builder, Claude Projects, Zapier AI Agents

AI Quality Check
Learn how to review AI-generated work for accuracy, tone, and clarity.
Tools: Grammarly, Trulens Lite, Helicone

Combining Multiple AI Tools
Use two or more AI tools together to speed up work — like AI research + AI writing + workflow automation.
Tools: Notion AI, Mem, Zapier

Building Simple AI-Powered Apps (No Code)
Create internal tools like dashboards, forms, or mini apps without learning programming.
Tools: Bubble, Glide, Softr

Managing AI Context
Learn how to give AI the right background, examples, and rules so it works like your personal assistant.
Tools: ChatGPT Memory, Claude Projects, Notion AI

AI for Planning & Decision Making
Use AI to brainstorm ideas, compare options, create strategies, and plan projects.
Tools: ChatGPT, Perplexity, DeepSeek

AI + External APIs (No-Code APIs)
Connect AI to apps you already use like Google Sheets, Gmail, Notion, Slack.
Tools: Zapier, Make, Pabbly

Smart Search with AI
Use AI-powered search to find information faster across emails, files, documents.
Tools: Rewind, Glean, Microsoft Copilot

AI Safety & Responsible Use
Understand how to use AI safely, avoid misinformation, and maintain data privacy.
Tools: OpenAI Safety Guides, Google Safety Center, Copilot Guardrails

Staying Updated with AI Trends
Keep yourself informed about new tools, updates, and practical use cases.
Tools: OpenAI Blog, YouTube AI Creators, X (AI researchers)

Which AI tools will you master in 2026? Share in the comments below.

AI isn’t just creating new tools, it’s creating entirely new careers.

And as I move deeper into my own AI journey, I want to take you with me.

If you're building a team, hiring talent, or planning your own career path, understanding this new landscape is no longer optional. It’s a competitive advantage.

Here's a breakdown of emerging AI roles that are essential for building the future of AI-driven systems:

AI Roles:

1. Model Manager
Oversees development, deployment, and performance of ML models.
Tech Stack: Python, TensorFlow, Kubernetes, Docker.

2. ML Engineer
Designs, develops, and deploys scalable machine learning solutions.
Tech Stack: Python, PyTorch, AWS/GCP, SQL.

3. Data Engineer
Creates and maintains data pipelines for model training.
Tech Stack: Python, Spark, Kafka, AWS/GCP.

4. AI Architect
Designs scalable AI systems integrated with existing infrastructure.
Tech Stack: Python, Kubernetes, Microservices, Docker.

5. Data Scientist
Analyzes data to build predictive models and generate insights.
Tech Stack: Python, R, TensorFlow, Hadoop.

6. AI Developer
Develops AI applications, integrating ML algorithms into production.
Tech Stack: Python, Java, TensorFlow, Kubernetes.

7. Decision Engineer
Builds systems to automate decision-making using AI models.
Tech Stack: Python, ML frameworks, Cloud platforms.

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Emerging AI Roles:

8. Analytics Engineer
Transforms data into actionable insights using analytics tools.
Tech Stack: Python, SQL, Tableau, Apache Airflow.

9. AI Product Manager
Manages the lifecycle of AI-driven products, bridging technical teams and stakeholders.
Tech Stack: Jira, Python (basic), Agile methodologies.

10. UX Designer (AI)
Designs user interfaces for AI applications, ensuring seamless AI-powered experiences.
Tech Stack: Figma, Adobe XD, HTML/CSS, JavaScript.

11. Head of AI
Leads AI strategy across the organization, ensuring alignment with business goals.
Tech Stack: Leadership tools, Cloud platforms, Project management software.

12. D&A and AI Translator
Translates business needs into technical AI solutions, bridging the gap between teams.
Tech Stack: Python, SQL, Jira, Agile.

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Must-have AI Roles:

13. AI Risk and Governance Specialist
Ensures compliance with legal, ethical, and regulatory standards for AI systems.
Tech Stack: Compliance tools, Risk management software.

14. Model Validator
Validates the accuracy and reliability of ML models in real-world environments.
Tech Stack: Python, Scikit-learn, TensorFlow.

15. Prompt Engineer
Optimizes large language models by fine-tuning prompts for better performance.
Tech Stack: Python, NLP frameworks, Hugging Face.

16. AI Ethicist
Ensures AI systems are fair, transparent, and ethically sound.
Tech Stack: Ethical guidelines, Compliance tools.

If you want to stay ahead of the AI curve, follow along. Let’s navigate the AI era together.

Which of these roles fascinates you the most, or aligns with your next career move? Comment below.

#AI

📌 The Reality Behind "AI Engineer" Job Descriptions
Scrolling through job posts lately feels like reading the requirements for an entire Data & AI department squeezed into a single role.

Too often, companies are looking for one person who can:
🔹 Build backend systems
🔹 Develop full-stack applications
🔹 Architect data pipelines
🔹 Manage databases
🔹 Run MLOps and CI/CD
🔹 Ship deep learning models
🔹 Handle cloud infrastructure
🔹 Optimize GPU workloads
🔹 Maintain Kubernetes clusters
🔹 …and write documentation on top of it

🚫 This is not an “AI Engineer.”
✅ This is a full Data, ML, and Platform team.

When organizations overload a single role, a few things happen:
1️⃣ Product delivery slows down
2️⃣ Burnout skyrockets
3️⃣ Security gaps emerge
4️⃣ Knowledge becomes siloed
5️⃣ Retention drops

In the era of AI transformation, building the right team matters more than ever.
A successful Data & AI function requires specialization, collaboration, and clear role boundaries.

If you're a recruiter or hiring manager, consider:
What skills are actually essential for the role?
Which responsibilities belong to other teams?
How can you design a role that sets someone up for success?

The future of AI isn’t built by unicorns.
It’s built by well-structured teams. What do you think? Do join the conversation in the comments below.

When you pray for a job, look deeper.
Because a paycheck alone won't fulfill you.

I recently spoke to a candidate who seemed perfect on paper, great salary, benefits, the works.

But halfway through our chat, her voice cracked.
"Every morning, I sit in my car for 10 minutes before walking in.
Not because I'm lazy.
But because I have to mentally brace myself for the day ahead."

That’s when it hit me:

She didn’t need another job.

She needed respect, growth, and peace.

🙏 Pray for these three pillars:
1. Respect
↳ Where your voice matters
↳ Where your boundaries are honored
→ Where dignity isn't negotiable
2. Growth
↳ Beyond just promotions
↳ Beyond comfort zones
→ Where learning never stops
3. Peace of Mind
↳ No Sunday night anxiety
↳ No toxic leadership
→ Where your wellbeing comes first

Because the right job isn't just about what you do.
It's about who you become while doing it.

Money feeds your wallet. These three feed your soul.

💭 Remember: You're not just looking for work. You're building a life worth living. 

Burnout, Depression and Regret will have lasting impacts on your health and well being.

♻️ Share this if it resonates.
➕ Follow me for more insights on career fulfillment. 🙏

Respect isn’t a reward, it’s a habit.
Some of the most impactful people I’ve met weren’t the ones with the highest titles, the longest résumés, or the loudest voices.

They were the ones who showed kindness without conditions.
In a world that often measures worth by position, pay grade, or pedigree, choosing to respect someone simply because they’re human is a quieter, deeper form of leadership.

Reality is: 
 You never know the story behind a person.
 You never know the battles they’ve fought.
 And you never know how far a moment of respect can go.

Make it a habit to value people before you evaluate them.
Everything else comes after.

What’s one small act of respect you believe the workplace needs more of? 🙏
Repost if you share this sentiment.

Will AI make us forget about books?

I hope not. Because I already regret how little I read today. Some days, I catch myself relying on AI summaries, bite-sized content, and quick insights… and I wonder if we’re slowly losing the one habit that made us truly wise: reading real books.

There was a time when I could finish a book in 3 hours. And honestly, those were my smartest years.

Not because I had more information. But because books shape you differently. They make you think slower, deeper, and more honestly.

AI can give you answers. 
But books give you perspective.
AI can save you time.
But books give you wisdom.

Here’s a quiet reminder, for you and for me:
📚 Go back to books.
 Slow down.
 Read deeply.
 Let your mind stretch again.

Because the easiest way to grow…
is still sitting quietly on your shelf.

What book made you wiser than any life experience ever did?
Repost to remind someone, maybe you that reading is still one of the purest ways to grow. Don’t let it slip away.

Big thanks to Ankur Warikoo (5X Best Selling Author) for the wonderful visual and recommendations.

20 Books to Understand the World 

We all carry habits that quietly limit our growth, not because we choose them, but because they become familiar.

This list stopped me in my tracks:
1️⃣ Trying to please everyone
2️⃣ Fearing change
3️⃣ Living in the past
4️⃣ Putting yourself down
5️⃣ Overthinking

These five habits drain more careers than lack of talent ever will.

I’ve seen brilliant people hold themselves back because they were too busy:
→ seeking approval
→ waiting for the “right time”
→ replaying old failures
→ dismissing their strengths
→ thinking instead of acting

But here’s the shift that changes everything:
• Confidence grows when you stop performing for everyone else.
• Progress begins when you step into discomfort.
• Momentum returns when you release what you can’t rewrite.
• Opportunities appear when you treat yourself with respect.
• Clarity emerges when you start doing instead of overthinking.

Small mindset changes create massive career transformations.
So ask yourself today:
👉 Which one of these five do you need to quit first?

Drop it in the comments your self-awareness might inspire someone else.
🔁 Repost to remind your network: the biggest breakthroughs start with what you choose to let go of.
🤝 Follow for more insights on growth, mindset, and career clarity.

🚀 The Future Isn’t Coming… It’s Already Knocking.

Looking at this visual breakdown of what may happen in our lifetime, one thing becomes clear:

We’re living through the most disruptive era in human history.

Some predictions that stand out:
🔹 Money will be fully digital and cash will disappear.
🔹 AI will become our closest companion, not just a tool.
🔹 Phones may last for years on a single charge.
🔹 AI will automate most of the tasks humans do today.
🔹 Real-time translation will erase language barriers.
🔹 Humans will walk on Mars.
🔹 The world’s first trillionaire will emerge.
🔹 Self-driving cars will replace human drivers entirely.
🔹 Almost every home will have a personal robot.
🔹 Space tourism will become normal.
🔹 Global population will start shrinking.
🔹 Massive data centers will orbit Earth.
🔹 Living past 100 will become common.
Whether these excite you or terrify you…
they will redefine how we work, live, and connect.

The real question is:
👉 Are you preparing to adapt, or waiting to be disrupted?

Because one thing is certain:
The future won’t wait for any of us.

💬 Your turn: Which prediction do YOU think will happen first?

❤️ Drop a heart if you liked this post
🔁 Repost to inspire someone today

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Things Happening In This Lifetime

Ready to Ace Your Next Interview? 🚀

I'm excited to share a list of the top 100 interview questions, drawn from over a decade of recruitment experience and setting up 8,000+ interviews! 🎯 

Candidates have been successfully placed at companies such as Amazon, Cognizant, Avanade, Endpoint Clinical, Domino Data Lab, Atlan, Wells Fargo, Google, BCBS, Kaiser Permanente, and Silicon Valley Bank, among others.

Whether you're prepping for your first interview or looking to sharpen your skills, this list is a valuable resource. Let's boost your confidence and get you one step closer to landing your dream job! 💼

Swipe the document to go through all the questions and don't forget to download and save for future use. 

Stay tuned and follow me for more tips and tricks on how to impress your interviewers. Let's ace those interviews together and share ♻ with your friends!

Follow me Kumud Deepali R. and Proven Patterns for more posts on job search, interviews, hiring, workplace truths and resume tips!

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100 Must Know Interview Questions

I built a 10-tool support squad, so my human team can do deeper work.

Here's my AI-powered squad and what each one actually does when I'm shipping fast:

Chief Strategy Officer → ChatGPT
The one I brainstorm with at 2 AM.
→ Architecture decisions
→ Trade-off analysis
→ "What could go wrong?" scenarios

System Design Architect → Claude
The one that explains complex systems like I'm five (but makes me look smart).
→ Scalable architecture design
→ Breaking down gnarly tech problems
→ Code reviews that don't miss edge cases

Chief Research Officer → Perplexity
My "find the answer in 30 seconds" weapon.
→ Competitive analysis
→ Deep tech research
→ Cutting through noise to find signal

Architecture Reviewer → Cursor
Code structure police. In a good way.
→ Reviews architecture before I commit
→ Catches flow issues early
→ Keeps technical debt from sneaking in

Tech Documentation Lead → Notion AI
The one who makes sure nothing gets lost in Slack chaos.
→ SOPs that people actually follow
→ Proposals that don't need 10 revisions
→ Documentation that doesn't rot

Automation Engineer → Zapier AI
My "I never want to do this manually again" specialist.
→ Workflow automation
→ App integrations without code
→ Time I get back: hours per week

Visual Storytelling Director → Canva / Ideogram / Midjourney
Turns my terrible sketches into presentations that don't embarrass me.
→ Pitch decks in minutes
→ Diagrams that explain systems visually
→ Brand assets without a designer on payroll

Orchestration Specialist → n8n
Zapier's more technical sibling. For when workflows get *complex*.
→ Custom automation chains
→ Deep integrations with logic
→ Systems that talk to each other intelligently

Prompt Engineer → Genspark AI
The one that makes every other AI work better.
→ Refines prompts for accuracy
→ Speeds up iteration cycles
→ Turns vague asks into sharp outputs

Note-Taking Assistant → Otter / Fireflies / Fathom
Never writes "you should have been there" meeting summaries.
→ Auto-transcribes calls
→ Extracts action items
→ Turns conversations into documentation

The result?

I move faster. I ship cleaner. I don't burn out doing repetitive work.
This isn't about replacing humans. It's about 10x-ing what one person can execute.

Strategy, research, automation, design, documentation all running in parallel while I focus on the work only I can do.

The pattern I've noticed:

People who resist AI tools work harder.
People who adopt them strategically work smarter.
People who build systems around them? They scale.

My rule:

If I'm doing it twice, I automate it.
If I'm explaining it twice, I document it.
If I'm designing it twice, I template it.

AI doesn't do the thinking. It multiplies the execution.

Which tool has changed your workflow the most? And more importantly what are you still doing manually that you shouldn't be?

♻️ Repost as someone might be drowning in their work when AI tools are now available. Thanks!


#AI #Productivity #TechLeadership #AITools #Automation

Job Hunting?
These LLMs Can Speed Up Your Entire Career Journey.

Most job seekers still use AI only for resume writing…
but today’s LLMs can practically act as your career co-pilot.

Here’s how different AI models can help you at each stage of your job search:

1. Job Search & Market Research – Perplexity
Find real-time openings, salary trends, company insights, and hidden opportunities.

2. Resume & Cover Letter Writing – ChatGPT-5
Tailors your documents for every role, no generic templates.

3. Portfolio & Project Building – Claude Opus 4.1
Helps you create GitHub projects, writing samples, case studies, and practice work.

4. Interview Prep – ChatGPT-5
Creates mock interviews, questions, and feedback based on job descriptions.

5. Skill Learning & Upskilling – Gemini 2.5
Teaches SQL, Python, ML, and more with examples and quizzes.

6. LinkedIn Personal Branding – ChatGPT-5
Writes posts, optimizes your profile, and helps you plan content.

7. Application Tracking & Follow-Ups – Perplexity
Keeps your job search organized and reminds you when to follow up.

8. Networking & Outreach – ChatGPT-5
Drafts messages for recruiters, hiring managers, and peers.

9. Career Roadmap & Role Clarity – Claude Opus 4.1
Helps you understand what roles match your skills.

10. Document Review – Claude Opus 4.1
Explains job descriptions, offer letters, agreements, and more.

AI is empowering job seekers. 
Use the right model for the right task and your job search becomes 10x faster.

If you want a custom AI workflow for YOUR job search, just comment “JOB AI” below and connect with me. Repost to help job seekers.

B2Btail 

Helping B2B Manufacturers Attract Their Ideal Customers Online

Most B2B companies are great at what they do but struggle to be found online by the customers they’re best equipped to help.

At B2Btail, we help manufacturers and B2B companies stop being the best kept secret by building strong digital foundations and using educational marketing to attract high-value customers.

Our work combines search engine optimization (SEO), content strategy, LinkedIn marketing, and foundational website enhancements to improve visibility and generate more qualified leads.

What we do:

Build and execute SEO strategies that help manufacturers rank for buyer-intent keyword phrases

Create and repurpose educational content that speaks directly to soulmate customers

Implement LinkedIn lead generation systems using live video, original content, and smart outreach

Guide companies through our Digital Game Plan to uncover growth opportunities, ideal markets, and the buyer’s journey

Develop marketing strategies that support long-term inbound lead generation and customer engagement

Who we help:

Manufacturers who are tired of being invisible online

B2B companies that want to attract better-fit customers but don’t have a marketing team

Business owners looking for a clear marketing roadmap they can execute over time

If you’re trying to grow but feel stuck with inconsistent leads, confusing messaging, or outdated digital presence, we can help you change that.

Let’s talk about building your Digital Game Plan or launching a lead-generating content strategy that finally gets you found.

Relentless Business Growth Advocate

Exit Your Way®

With over 20 years of experience in manufacturing, eCommerce, and healthcare, I bring a hands-on approach to transforming businesses so owners can sell their businesses and generate the wealth the desire.

Challenges we help you solve:

Developing and executing initiatives to significantly increase business value.

Enhancing leaders' abilities to inspire teams and drive continuous improvement.

Streamlining operations to reduce costs and boost profitability.

Providing resources to prepare businesses for sale.


Results from our work with clients:

95%+ business sale success rate, often selling businesses for up to 20% over market value.

A business you love to own but you can sell when you want to the best buyers.

 Fractional Chief Exit Officer

Navigating the challenges of scaling, preparing for a business exit, or selling a business? Feel like you're not tapping into your business's full potential?   - You're not alone. 

Many business owners grapple with realizing the true value of their business in a market that often seems stacked against them. 

I'm Damon Pistulka, and at Exit Your Way®, we're not just about transactions; we're about transforming businesses one at a time.

Imagine a scenario where your business doesn't just meet your expectations but exceeds them to increase your value 2x+ its current market value. 

Picture a business sale / business exit success rate that's not the average 25% but is 90%+. 

That's the Exit Your Way® difference.

With decades of hands-on experience across diverse sectors, we've honed a unique approach that focuses on YOU:

Unlock Potential: We delve deep, identifying hidden strengths and opportunities, ensuring your business is operating efficiently and effectively.

Strategic Growth: Our tailored services propel your business forward, amplifying its value and appeal.

Achieve Your Vision: Whether you're aiming to double revenue, quadruple business value, or exit the market with unparalleled returns, we're your partners in realizing that dream.

Our manufacturing, ecommerce, construction, and occupational rehabilitation clients don't just achieve their goals; they surpass them. They experience transformative growth, often selling above market prices. 

We give owners peace of mind, confidence, and the freedom to envision a brighter, more prosperous future.

If you're a forward-thinking business owner, eager to elevate your venture and see tangible, lasting results, let's connect. 

Experience the transformative power of Exit Your Way® and envision a future where your business doesn't just succeed; it thrives. 

Let's redefine success, together.

If you want to learn more, contact us:

info@exityourway.com
833-BIZ-EXIT (249-3948)
www.ExitYourWay.com

Co-Founder | Managing Director | CMSH

Navigating the complexities of selling a business can be daunting. 

With a mere 25% success rate in the traditional market, many business owners feel trapped, undervalued, and overwhelmed. 

At Exit Your Way®, we've flipped the script. 
Leveraging 20+ years of hands-on experience in manufacturing, eCommerce, and healthcare, we guide businesses to achieve 2x+ their current market value with a 90%+ business sale success rate. 

Our integrated approach ensures you're not just selling a business but realizing its true potential. Let's transform your hard work into tangible wealth. Connect with me to discover how.

If you want to learn more about how Exit Your Way® might help you preparing and selling a business, contact me at info@exityourway.us

Business Broker

As part of the overall Exit Your Way® efforts helping clients build and sell valuable businesses we help clients identify, review, and acquire businesses.  We walk clients through a proven process to evaluate businesses appropriately in stages to ensure they are making informed decisions efficiently to ge the right deals done.

Business Acquisition Advisor

Helping business owners solve strategic and operational issues with fractional CEO & COO services.  Fractional CEO & COO resource to solve business challenges hampering growth or owner freedom.  Fractional CEO & COO resource to solve strategic sales challenges allowing owners to achieve their short and long term goals.  Fractional CEO & COO resource to onboarding new executives so they are more effective and are more productive, faster.

Fractional CEO, COO

Increasing sales & business value.  Sales consulting to help owners create sales momentum, increasing sales and business value.  Sales consulting to ensure businesses are creating the profits today and providing the long term business value the owners need to fuel their life after the business.  Sales consulting to help business owners achieve their goals

Sales Consulting

Our Team has over 40 years experience in providing certified business valuations, fairness opinions and pricing services of debt and equity securities in connection with transactions, stock ownership plans, and disputes.  Our process returns your certified business valuation in days not weeks with more calculation methods and risk assessments to ensure accurate and fair certified business valuations.  We have the certifications needed to back up all certified business valuations including certified business valuations used for legal and IRS matters.

Business Valuations

Management Consulting to help owners solve problems hampering business growth. Helping owners restart growth in plateaued businesses.   Helping business owners break through performance challenges by solving operational and executional challenges.  Management Consulting with the knowledge, tactical skills to help your company increase business value 25%, 50% or more.

Management Consulting

The Faces of Business - Business professionals sharing life and business experiences to entertain, engage, build community, & help others succeed.  Our guests share stories and information to inspire and educate.  

There are incredible people all around us.  We share their stories and knowledge.

Live Tuesday & Thursday at 3:05 pm PT. on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

All episodes are released on popular podcast channels.

All past episodes:  https://exityourway.us/the-faces-of-business/

The Faces of Business | Livestream / Podcast Host & Producer

The Manufacturing eCommerce Success Series – Hosting guests helping manufacturers connect with great people and resources helping manufacturers improve and grow their businesses. 

Co-host weekly event with Curt Anderson from www.B2BTail.com. 

Every Monday & Friday at 10:32 am PT speakers share real world information about key aspects of ecommerce/digital sales/sales growth/leadership. 

Shows broadcast live on LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter.

Manufacturing Ecommerce Success Series | Livestream Co Host & Producer

Cross NW - Business Advisors

Cross NW - Cross Northwest, Inc. is a boutique Business Advisory / Investment Banking firm that helps business owners build dominating businesses and sell a business for more money.  Cross NW does this by providing Sales Acceleration, Results Management and Merger & Acquisition Advisory/ Business Brokerage services for business owners of privately held companies.  Our hands-on resources and value improvement expertise allows us to increase business values, make companies run better and guide companies through the process to successfully sell a business transitions.  NO B.S.  JUST RESULTS

★Sales acceleration services to drive top line revenues and profits
★Results management to focus the organization on building business value and prepare companies for a transition.
★The "Exit Your Way" system for developing and measuring progress towards exit value goal
★Strategic and tactical services working alongside business owners and staff to make things happen  
★Coordination of business transactions
★Business advisory for new business buyers to continue the success long after the sale

Managing Partner - Sell a Business

Ecommerce MGMT Cooperative

Helping companies that want to improve their digital sales strategies through live stream training that builds a foundation of knowledge which can be applied to real world solutions in businesses.

Leadership Team

Evergreen Renewable LLC

Management consulting and project development company

Manage the business and consulting projects for process developers, manufacturers, and commercial customers.  

★ Evaluation of technologies, applications, and project development opportunities. 
★ Technical support, business strategy, and diligence for project development and execution.  
★ Develop business plans for project finance and development.
★ Identify and connected with potential investment groups.
★ Present business plans to interested investment groups.
★ Manage project development and business improvement projects.
★ Provide leadership, direction, and business management for the company

President | General Manager | Consultant

Synergy Systems Inc.

Machining, stereolithography (SLA), and urethane molding of components and assemblies for aerospace, defense, medical, and technology companies.

Managed the business - Company needed significant structural and operational changes to become competitive in the marketplace.  

★Implemented formal cash usage controls from holding company 
★Implemented weekly performance review/cash management meetings with holding company
★Implemented weekly soft close to measure estimated profitability on a weekly basis
★Combined similar capabilities in subsidiaries to increase utilization of equipment and efficiency
★Utilized Kaizen to restructure business processes 
★Implemented ERP system to provide streamlined financial and operational information
★Created visual factory scheduling system to reduce WIP and slow moving products
★Assisted management and staff in completing AS9100 certification audits.
★Worked directly with SBA personnel to maintain 8A certification
★Maintained Boeing Gold supplier rating for quality and delivery
★Fostered relationships with large aerospace and nuclear customers seeking 8A certified suppliers

➤Company cash neutral in 120 days. Cash positive in 180 days
➤Reduced G&A costs by 20% and increased operational productivity by 25%.  
Turn around role for Alaskan Native Corporation holding company.

Vice President | General Manager

Olympic Fabrication LLC

Precision fabrication of ground support equipment, vessels, and facility subsystems for aerospace and NQA1 nuclear customers.  

Managed the business for the holding company with an on-site General Manager - Company needed significant organizational changes to become an efficient producer.  Lead the General Manager and Operational Management team to make these changes. 

★Implemented formal cash usage controls from parent company 
★Implemented weekly performance review/cash management meetings with parent company
★Eliminated capabilities to focus on core strengths
★Managed extensive 5S organizational work with operational team
★Provided operational direction to develop plans to increase throughput up to 2X as needed to complete projects
★Worked directly with SBA personnel to maintain 8A certification
★Assisted management and staff in completing AS9100 and NQA1 certification audits.
★Fostered relationships with aerospace and nuclear customers seeking 8A certified suppliers 

➤Company cash neutral in 90 days. Cash positive in 120 days
➤Ultimately increased revenues over 20% and profitability over 70%  

Turn around role for Alaskan Native Corporation holding company.

Vice President

EverGreen Renewable LLC

Energy company working to develop a 50 MGY Washington State based corn ethanol facility. Elected not to construct facility due to market conditions. 
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★ Researched and selected technology partners to develop off grid corn ethanol production facility
★ Developed business plans and identified team to construct and operate the corn ethanol facility
★ Conducted technology diligence and economic modeling to determine commercial feasibility for   project
★ Developed investor package to raise funds for the $150 million corn ethanol facility.

Project Developer

CNC Diversified Manufacturing, Inc.

Complex 5 axis machined precision components and assemblies for tier 1 aerospace and defense manufacturers. 

Managed the business - Company needed significant changes to turn around financial and operational performance.

★Eliminated processing constraints inoperations resulting in over 50% sales increase.
★Increase machine utilization over 45% through organizational process changes
★Developed operational KPI's to ensure high machine utilization
★Set up 24/7 operational schedule to increase utilization of key equipment
★Combined operations into one facility to improve costs and efficiency
★Implemented communication and process changes to improve Boeing customer rating from red to silver “High Performer” for delivery and quality
★Coordinated technical efforts to reduce overall production times approximately 40% on titanium products.
★Increase throughput of company by over 25%
★Developed supply chain and internal controls to complete composite tooling project which doubled sales during the 4 month project period

➤Company cash neutral in 120 days.  Profitable in 270 days. 
Turn around role for private equity group

VP, Operations

Automated Metal Techologies

Precision sheet metal fabrication 

Managed the company - Implemented significant changes throughout the business to grow the revenues and profits.

★Implemented improvements that allowed 30% growth with a reduction in company staffing.
★Applied visual work in process scheduling at workstations
★Implemented programming software to dynamically nest production requirements on a daily basis
★Developed kan ban replenishment of raw sheet stock from supplier
★Utilized automatic sheet feeders and implemented remote video cameras for lights out operation
★Provided customers 3 business day service on custom items
★Managed supply chain and inventory at customer locations to eliminate stock outs

➤Increased revenues approximately 50% in 24 months
➤Company set new records for sales and profit %
Private owner

VP | General Manager

Helping Founders Scale, Prepare, and Exit | Value & Profit Growth | Live Streaming Business Development | Buying & Selling Businesses | Chief Exit Officer | LinkedIn Live Stream Host

Running a business was supposed to give you more freedom, not take it away.

But somewhere along the way, growth slowed. The work got heavier. You’re buried in day-to-day decisions, your team is busy, but results aren’t where they should be. Instead of scaling, it feels like you’re stuck.

That’s not failure. That’s a business plateau. And it’s more common than most business owners are willing to admit.

I help fix that.

For more than 25 years, I’ve worked with owners and leadership teams in manufacturing, ecommerce, and B2B services to help them grow businesses that run better, generate more value, and eventually become sellable when the time is right.

Through Exit Your Way, I guide B2B companies to build systems, elevate teams, and create exit options, even if they don’t plan to sell for years. Through our work at B2Btail with the Digital Game Plan strategy development/execution process, we help companies stop being the best kept secret by creating marketing foundations that attract their ideal customers and position them for long-term success.

My focus is simple: helping you build a business that works, whether you’re in the room or not.

Common challenges I help solve:

Low visibility: Your best customers don’t know you exist. We fix that by aligning messaging, strategy, and marketing assets to bring them to you.

Owner overload: If everything depends on you, growth hits a wall. We help build teams and systems that keep moving, even when you step away.

Exit confusion: You want out someday, but the path forward is unclear. We build companies buyers want and owners are proud of.

When it works, here’s what changes:

Customers find you because your message finally speaks their language

Your team handles the day-to-day, freeing you to focus on higher-value work

You move from reacting to leading, and from being stuck to scaling intentionally

I’ve built and sold companies, led investor-backed teams, and helped founders grow from $5 million to $30 million and beyond. I bring the tools, perspective, and calm needed to lead through messy growth and prepare for clean, profitable exits.

But this isn’t just about growth or selling. It’s about control over your time, your team, your income, and your future.

If you’re ready to lead again instead of constantly catching up, I’d be glad to talk.

damon@exityourway.com

425-654-7757
exityourway.com | b2btail.com

You’ve built something great. Let’s make sure it works for you.

Damon Pistulka √

Your customer is the hero.

You’re the guide.

Remember that to earn trust and drive sales.

Most businesses position themselves as the hero:

🔷We do this.

🔷We built that.

🔷We’ve been around since…

But your customer doesn’t care about your story…

They care about how you help them succeed.

When you make them the hero in your messaging:

🔥Your story supports theirs

🔥You become a trusted guide

🔥Your brand becomes magnetic

When you clearly help people understand how you might help them succeed your messaging resonates more clearly.


⚡Show people how things will be better working with you! ⚡


How would your messaging change if it was all about your customer’s success?


⭐ Helping owners grow their businesses with coaching, training, systems, and a supportive community. ⭐

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