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Using social media to get your next job

Social media really is great—we’re more connected to each other, and opportunities, than ever before. But if you want to take social media and harness its power for your job search, there are definitely smart, targeted ways to go about it.,Social media really is great—we’re more connected to each other, and opportunities, than ever before. But if you want to...
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10 effective networking conversation starters

Whether you’re currently employed or on the job hunt, networking has become an absolutely essential part of a career toolkit.,Whether you’re currently employed or on the job hunt, networking has become an absolutely essential part of a career toolkit.,Whether you’re currently employed or on the job hunt, networking has become an absolutely essential part of a career toolkit.
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How to write an excellent resignation letter

So, you're leaving the company but you don't want to burn bridges. It’s in your best interest to make sure that your resignation letter is professional and polite. Here are some best practices you can follow to make your big exit a proper one.,So, you're leaving the company but you don't want to burn bridges. It’s in your best interest...
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Do these cliché career tips actually work?

Don’t bother doing a blind search on the Internet for career tip guidance—you’ll only encounter the same sort of tired advice that contradicts itself and takes all sides and forms depending on where you look.,Don’t bother doing a blind search on the Internet for career tip guidance—you’ll only encounter the same sort of tired advice that contradicts itself and takes...
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Advice on how to be your own career coach

You can be your own career coach, and take steps toward reaching your goals that won’t cost you a dime. We collected advice that will help you set goals and reach for them, with only minimal cost involved.,You can be your own career coach, and take steps toward reaching your goals that won’t cost you a dime. We collected advice...
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How to get better at taking risks

If you feel like you could use a little more bravery, there are ways to rewire your thinking to make yourself more open to risk. Nothing too bold or daredevil-y (for now), though—we’ll leave that to Richard Branson.,If you feel like you could use a little more bravery, there are ways to rewire your thinking to make yourself more open...
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How to deal when you’re stuck on autopilot in your life

When you’re just starting out in your career, everything feels significant. You’re learning how to navigate workplace politics, perform new tasks, and balance work and life. After a few years, though, you’ve fallen into routines, and you’re not the New Kid anymore. So how do you shake that rut?,When you’re just starting out in your career, everything feels significant. You’re...
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30 tips to negotiate the salary you want

Whether you’re a newbie just starting out on your career path or a seasoned professional, being able to negotiate salary or raises helps ensure that you’re getting the most out of your career.,Whether you’re a newbie just starting out on your career path or a seasoned professional, being able to negotiate salary or raises helps ensure that you’re getting the...
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What to do when you hate your job but can't quit

If you’re feeling as if you’re stuck working at in a job you hate, don’t despair! There are some strategies you can take advantage of to make your situation a little more tolerable.,If you’re feeling as if you’re stuck working at in a job you hate, don’t despair! There are some strategies you can take advantage of to make your...
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