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Socializing in Seattle: 7 Ways to Meet New People & Make Friends If You’re Facing the Seattle Freeze
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Some of you may have heard about the “Seattle Freeze” which is the theory that it’s harder for people to make friends in Seattle because the locals are more closed off and less welcoming. I talk a little bit about this topic in one of my vlogs, but I also…
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3 Unique Ways to Find Your Next Job (Part 1)
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Job hunting can be a painful process. I get it. Hitting that “Apply” button isn’t so fun when you’re doing it for the 99th time. It’s even less fun when you’re getting rejected or worse—ghosted 👻… Here’s what you can do about it: switch things up. Go about your job…
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3 Ways You Can Beat Imposter Syndrome Today
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Imposter Syndrome was one of the topics that my newsletter subscribers brought up this month. It’s an interesting topic because I kinda struggle with it and I kinda don’t. These days, I often find myself being overly optimistic about my abilities and impatient about my goals and outcomes. However, I…
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Resume Revamp: Strategies to Standout
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On Mar 25, 2023, I had the opportunity to run a Resume Workshop with Xue Hua for the Northwest Vietnamese Students Association! I really enjoyed connecting with students again and sharing my favourite tips for an awesome resume. #ICYMI, check out the presentation below: Need more help with your resume?…
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Why applying for jobs is a waste of time & what you should do instead
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I’ve been seeing many people posts about their gruelling job hunting experiences and how they’ve applied for hundreds or even thousands of jobs only to get rejected or never hear back. I agree that it really sucks, but here’s what you can do about it… Today, I am sharing my…
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This advice changed my career back when I was a student
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It’s kinda crazy to think that it’s already been 3 years since I’ve graduated. It feels like it’s been forever, and it feels like it was only yesterday that I was only trekking the halls in between classes and eating McDonalds during my final exams. Anyways, I’ve been doing quite…
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What is a Career Walking Deck?
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In today’s competitive job market, it’s not enough to have a well-written resume and cover letter. As a job seeker, you need to go above and beyond to stand out from the crowd. A career walking deck is a visual presentation that outlines your skills, experiences, and achievements in a…
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Here’s a tried and true way to stand out in your next job interview
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It’s a competitive job market out there, folks! More people are applying for fewer jobs, and it seems like the odds are against us. Here’s one thing you need to do to stand out… This is a tried and true method. It worked for me, and it worked for other…
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How to Refresh Your Resume in 3 Simple Steps
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Whether you’re actively job hunting or not, I recommend refreshing your resume on a quarterly to semi-annual basis. In case ChatGPT is at capacity, here are 3 steps you should remember 😃 Step 1: Find a good resume template What good means to me: Step 2: Use strong action verbs…
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Making the Move: Environmental Engineer to Real Estate Agent
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Back in 2016, Ranjani attended a New Year’s party that changed her career forever! At the time, she had recently been laid off after working for an environmental consulting firm in Seattle where funding was cut off and the budget was tight. Throughout her career, Ranjani had always been a…