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The Great Experience Inflation: Battling Job Description Expectations
We have all felt it before: the feeling of helplessness scrolling through endless pages of jobs asking for large amounts…
The job hunt is a game. Knowing the rules makes it easier to play
Does someone that goes through the resume, interview process mean that they will be effective in a good fit in…
How To Become a Better Networker Part 5: How to Stay Connected
Congratulations! The networking event is finally done. How do you stay connected with your connections though? Organize your business cards…
How To Become a Better Networker Part 4: You’re at the Networking Event, Now What?
Now that you’ve been practising connecting, it’s time to finally put your skills to the test at a networking event….
How To Become a Better Networker Part 3: So You’re Ready to Network?
If you’ve read Part 1 and Part 2 of this series, and have put into action practising connecting in your…
How To Become A Better Networker Part 2: Getting over Connection Anxiety
Not everyone is born an amazing networker. For example, you may be a shy person but that doesn’t mean that…
How To Become A Better Networker Part 1: Why a Resume Isn’t Enough to Land the Job
When you look at your resume, you probably have a lot of experiences and accolades. You’ve included your educational background,…
Job Hunt: Lottery or Hustle (and the importance of networking)
Let’s walk through a job hunt analogy. Imagine that there’s a prize you want. Say a laptop worth $1,000. To…