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Just Grab Their Attention

When you send a video pitch, you don’t need to sell yourself on every-last great-thing about you.

You just want to hook them in so they want to learn more.

Keep it simple and short.

(Here’s How to Make a Video Pitch)


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How to Use AngelList to Find a Job You Love

This post is PACKED with value on how to use Angel.co to not only find startup jobs, but to stand out and land interviews left and right.

Don’t just set up your profile and start applying to jobs.

Be a sniper.

Instead of using the shotgun approach – blasting every company with your resume – select a handful of companies you are interested in working at and set them in your crosshairs.

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How to use angellist to find a job you love

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Quote of the Day

“If you are insecure, guess what? The rest of the world is, too. Do not overestimate the competition and underestimate yourself. You are better than you think.”

―Tim Ferriss