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How to Build a Career Walking Deck That Impresses Hiring Managers
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For those of you who are looking to differentiate yourself in the job market, keep reading! Today’s blog post will feature great advice from LJ Marinello, Sr. Director of Global Partner Solutions at Microsoft, on how to build an effective walking deck. If you haven’t heard of what a career…
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1 Month Life Update: I’m Getting In Over My Head!
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For the past few months, the whirlwind of uncertainty revolving around my life and career has somehow evolved into a tornado of angst and gusto! Let’s rewind to the Fall of 2021, when I: Started transitioning into my new role as a Communications Manager with Microsoft HQ. Became a homeowner…
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Become a Thought Leader That Reaches Thousands of People
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This week, I participated as a speaker for the Microsoft SPARK Conference 2022, which is a virtual learning event for 30K+ employees. This year, there were 800+ speakers around the world who touched on a variety of technical and non-technical skilling topics. In my workshop, I share the cool opportunities…
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Please Don’t Just Say “Hello” in Chat
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Some time ago, I saw someone’s Microsoft Teams status mention nohello. It was simple but life changing, and I’ve been using/sharing it ever since. What to remember: Don’t ping someone with a simple “Hello!” or “How are you?” and wait for them to respond. Make your message useful by providing…
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First Impressions: The 6 Biggest Shockers of Seattle Living (so far)
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It’s been 2 weeks since I’ve crossed the Canada & U.S. border, and the adjustment has been much more than I had anticipated. Today, I am going to share a few of my first impressions and biggest changes or shockers so far… Let’s just say it’s been a very interesting…
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My L-1B Blanket Visa Process 101
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For those of you who are new to my blog, I share my experiences and learnings related to career development and life! Recently, I moved to the U.S. for my new job as a Communications Manager at Microsoft. Today, I shall share all the details about what the U.S. visa…
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Top 10 Questions About My Move to Seattle
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Over the weekend, I finally made my way across the border and landed in ☀️ Sunny Seattle (jk lol). I am still trying to get used to the grey skies and USD prices, but it’s been an eventful start to my journey so far. For those of you who aren’t…
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3 Reasons Why You Should Consider Blogging
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It’s kinda crazy, but I just realized that I’ve been blogging for nearly a decade! It all started with a food blog back in high school, which became a personal passion and hobby of mine. Personally, I enjoy blogging as much as I enjoy reading! It’s a creative outlet that…
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These 10 LinkedIn Tips Will Make You a Better Networker
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Networking—the thought of it either sends a chill down your spine or peaks your interest. Whether you like it or not, networking is a critical part of building your virtual brand and presence. I’d say it is even more important these days because it is much harder to meet new…
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How to Get Free Plane Wi-Fi
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Last week, I flew back to Toronto to finally pack and load my belongings and move them over to Seattle. As I was flying back, I discovered that you could get free Boingo Wireless if you have an eligible Mastercard. I signed up the night before my return flight and…
