Episode 18 - Chaim Shapiro

On this week’s episode of Why I Social, Chris sits down with Chaim Shapiro, a career services professional, speaker, and LinkedIn strategist with a deep passion for helping others navigate their professional journeys.

Chaim shares the winding road that led him into career services—despite being told not to pursue a career in education and explains why talking someone out of their passion can be one of the biggest disservices you can do.

Key Highlights

• Why a visit to Universal Studios’ backlot tour became a surprisingly profound (and slightly depressing) moment

• How Chaim’s early love for sports didn’t translate into a career—but helped shape how he helps others explore overlooked opportunities

• The importance of helping people create new opportunities—even in industries and roles that don’t exist yet

• How adaptability has been key to his work in career development and higher education

Chaim also provides practical advice about: 

• Using LinkedIn effectively and what changes he loves (and a few he doesn't)

• Why mentorship and curiosity are foundational to building a meaningful career

• The most rewarding aspects of working in career services and the impact of truly seeing a student’s potential

And of course, learn why Chaim socials on this week's episode of Why I Social! 

Chris' Links 

• LinkedIn
• Learn more about Flowsend 
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