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Unlocking the Power of the Passive Job-Search
Sort of in the market for a new job but not ready to commit? A passive job search might be a great starting point. What is a passive job search? In a nutshell, it’s simply being open to new opportunities that might arise without putting much effort into finding them. These folks keep their…
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Wanting growth is human. Most of us need to feel our brains work as we take on new challenges at work. But how can you do that intentionally and with your own interests in mind? Start by defining what your work interests are. In many workplaces, there is a path forward that’s been laid…
DetailsHow to Quit
If you’ve accepted a new role or just can’t deal with the current one any more, it’s probably time to had in your notice. But how to do that professionally and well? It’s always a good idea to leave a job as professionally and courteously as possible, even if it’s a terrible environment and…
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Mindfulness is our ability to be present, aware of where we are and what we’re doing, and not overly reactive or overwhelmed by what’s going on around us. It can be seen as a spiritual practice, but it isn’t tied to a religion or belief, so it’s something anyone can practice easily. Whenever you bring…
Details“I am sorry, Dave. I’m afraid I can’t do that.” Or What the heck is ChatGPT?
I started with the quote from “2001: A Space Odyssey” because I know there’s a lot of hand-wringing about whether AI is going to replace us all, but don’t worry, we’re not turning things over to HAL just yet. In fact, where we are now, AI can be a really useful tool, especially for those…
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I just got this scam warning from BBB and wanted to share it: Job hunting? Stay alert to resume formatting scams To find the job of your dreams, you need a well-crafted resume, right? According to recent Scam Tracker reports, con artists have devised yet another way to trick job seekers out of money and personal information.…
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Been interviewed recently? Had a great info interview? Gotten an introduction to someone helpful? It’s time to write a thank-you! This can be one of those deceptively simple tasks. We’ve all written thank-yous before, right? But it’s somehow different when it’s for something professional—more intimidating, less clear, a bit more overwhelming. Here’s…
DetailsDoes EVERYTHING have to suck?!?
Did you read that opinion piece by the student who loathed her study abroad time in Florence? It’s been controversial, as you can imagine, with people commenting on her entitlement and so forth. But what it made me think of is flexibility. My first experience overseas was a summer I spent in Japan with…
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