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EP 11 - QS Career Catalyst™: How Experienced Quantity Surveyors Can Become the Obvious Choice—Fast
AI for Quantity Surveyors
9 minutes 14 seconds
1 week ago
EP 11 - QS Career Catalyst™: How Experienced Quantity Surveyors Can Become the Obvious Choice—Fast
Tired of sending out dozens of applications and hearing nothing back? In this power-packed episode, Ed Bishop—35-year QS veteran, Fortune 500 director, and creator of the QS Career Catalyst™—breaks down the exact framework that’s turning overlooked Quantity Surveyors into first-round interview magnets.
You’ll hear why your experience isn’t the real problem (hint: it’s positioning), and the three-step 3D Positioning Framework™ that reframes your value so hiring managers can’t ignore you:
DEFINE – Uncover hidden leverage points with the Value-vs-Visibility Grid.
DISTILL – Transform those wins into a killer CV, LinkedIn profile, and cover letter using the 3L Layout and Position-Problem-Proof storytelling.
DELIVER – Master the STAR+I™ interview method and the five signature stories that seal the deal.
What you’ll learn in under 30 minutes• Why “years in the game” no longer guarantees callbacks• The simple audit that pinpoints gaps in your career marketing• How to craft a one-line Career Value Statement that lands instant credibility• Ed’s 21-day action plan to go from invisible to in-demand—with real client results
Resources & Links
Grab the QS Career Catalyst™ program + bonus CV review (limited-time $197): https://theondemandceo.systeme.io/catalyst
Free download: Value-vs-Visibility Grid worksheet
Connect with Ed on LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/edbishopnz/
Timestamps
00:00 – Cold-open hook & why “experience” isn’t enough04:18 – The Value-vs-Visibility breakthrough10:02 – 3L Layout tips that slash your CV bounce rate17:45 – STAR+I™ stories that interviewers remember24:30 – 21-Day Catalyst rollout & success stories28:12 – Q&A + next-step challenge