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Monday Motivation | Beware of the Machines!

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week When you send out your resume and cover letter, they may be first scanned by algorithms, rather than real people! And making a good impression on pieces of code can be a lot trickier than impressing human beings. When submitting electronic applications, make sure…

Monday Motivation | Remember the STAR

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week Job interviews are about storytelling and one of the most effective ways to talk about your achievements in an objective way is to use the STAR response technique. If an employer asks you to talk about a particular event in your career, describe it…

Monday Motivation | Plan Your Work

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week In today’s job market, it’s not uncommon to submit applications for many positions. That involves lots of time, and lots to keep track of. You don’t want to squander those precious hours by missing important application deadlines, mixing up companies and positions, confusing interview…

Monday Motivation | It’s a Small World

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week In a world where not every job is listed publicly, keeping in touch with past colleagues and contacts remains ever important. A relaxed way to keep your network close can be to arrange a catch-up with a small gathering of contacts who already know each…

Monday Motivation | You Only Get What You Give

Kick off your week with Monday Motivation! Tip of the week The right endorsements on LinkedIn, like the right letters of recommendation, can land you the right job. But how do you get people to vouch for you? By vouching for them first! Be strategic and sincere in choosing who you will endorse for what,…