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There are two sides to an interview
and you're probably worried about the wrong half
Oct 20, 2023
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Interviews and masks
You can and should be yourself in interviews.
Mar 14, 2024
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When you know more than your manager
It could be ideal, or it could be an issue.
Feb 6, 2024
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"I'm just not good at this."
Jul 4, 2023
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So, you were turned down for a promotion
Jun 15, 2023
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Mind the tales you tell
Aug 15, 2023
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Losing your job
Oct 1, 2023
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How to deal with jerks
Sep 6, 2023
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Just apply
Sep 16, 2023
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Is it worth taking a stand here?
Jan 16, 2024
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To stay or leave
As the year turns, you should make a choice.
Dec 22, 2023
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Measurement before control
Take time to understand your spending. Immediately imposing hard limits will not help.
Nov 21, 2023
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Admitting you want out
If you have a good relationship with your manager, it serves you to tell them about your job hunt
Nov 3, 2023
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Oct 25, 2023
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Losing your job
The most important story to get right
Oct 1, 2023
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Just apply
There's no better way to learn how to get a job, or determine what role you want, than applying
Sep 16, 2023
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