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6 Tips to Getting Your Dream Job

With so many people applying for the same job these days, you really have to stand out from the crowd to have a chance of getting that dream job. Understanding how to shine above your competition is essential to getting the job. Having a good resume, cover letter and portfolio, as well as presenting yourself…

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What’s the Worst Job in the World?

This infographic (from Lapham’s Quarterly) is a matrix of the world’s worst jobs in terms of different factors. Which would you not want to do the most? Takeaways In Tokyo, in recent years, subway pushers have to push rush-hour commuters into packed trains. In Agra, around 1520, food tasters would eat sample’s of the emperor’s…

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Top 5 Ways to Prevent a Bad Interview

Interviews are a stressful process. Sometimes, this stress can cause you to fall into common traps and even make wacky mistakes during your job search. For instance, just because you were too nervous to eat before the interview doesn’t mean you should empty the interviewer’s candy dish into your pocket. Employers tend not to hire…

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NEWSFLASH: A Recruiter is Not a Job Finder!

“You’re a recruiter… can you help me find a job?” / “You’re a recruiter… can I send you my resume?” / “You’re a recruiter… can we set up an interview?”  I hear these questions each and every day. Whenever a friend loses a job or decides to make a change, I always get a call. My…

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The Evolution of the Internship

It’s hard to believe that the predecessor of today’s internship came to life in the 11th century. The interns of the past were actually apprentices seeking practical experience to grow their skill set in a trade, art, or calling. Today, students embark on internships during their college years to gain out-of-the-classroom experience prior to entering…