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Only 1%
I sat in a classroom listening to a fairly concerning statement, something like: ‘So you want to get a job. That’s great. Except it’s not good enough to be in the top 10%, or even the top 5%. For every job you apply for, there’s only about one position. How many people get this job? […]
Update Your Resume
I like to revisit my resume occasionally to make sure that it is up-to-date and ready to go for when an interesting job pops up. Given that the new semester has just started, I thought that it was as good a time as any to give my CV a polish. Here are some things that […]
Applying for Jobs
Is there anything more soul destroying than applying for jobs? You lay your life out on the line and write an inspiring, and a little bit of a suck-up, cover letter, only to be rejected. Sure, it’s not soul destroying if you get the job, but for all of those stuck in the perpetual application […]
Applying for Opportunities
Applying for opportunities seems great, in theory: you’ll write a winning application, you’ll get selected for a residency, or given money, or employed somewhere, and you’ll feel like an all-round successful human being. At least, that’s what I imagine. Every year for the past three, I’ve been determined to apply for all the opportunities available […]
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You’re more Employable than You Think
Way back in August, I wrote about reasons to track your volunteering hours. Today, I want to talk a little about reframing your personal skills and experiences to give you an advantage.
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What Should I do in a Group Interview?
Employers like to hold group interviews for casual jobs because they take less time than individual interviews. If you’re preparing for your first ever group interview, here’s what to expect (and some suggestions to help you stand out).
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