Don’t Behave
Don’t be “on your best behavior” during the interview.
That’s a schooled mindset (trying to get approval from the authority).
Sure, be respectful and give 100% effort, but it’s also okay to:
-take risks
–be vulnerable
-be disagreeable (while being solution oriented)
-set boundaries if you are asked a question that’s too personal for you
Yes, you want to create massive value for the company and make it about serving them! AND, know that the interview is a two-way street.
I repeat, the interview is a two-way street.
Be empowered.
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Modern life can no doubt be stressful, demanding, and draining, especially if you’re supporting a family.
But does that mean you need to ignore your own goals and dreams?
What attitude will you choose?
A woman named Danielle chose one of empowerment. To change careers into tech, she started the BloomTech program as a parent, watching the kids during the day and learning data science part-time in the evenings. She said,
“Anyone can be part of the program, no matter whether they have kids, or if coming in with no experience at all….Your kids and your family see what you’re doing, and [it’s so great] to be able to set that example that you can make that change….I’m so grateful to BloomTech.”
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No. 1 Mistake Job Seekers Make When Explaining Why They Want the Job to Hiring Managers
Money is a tool to get human needs met, but it’s not a human need in and of itself.
That’s why in the interview, you want to appeal to something deeper as the motivation for “why you want this job.”
Read more in No. 1 Mistake Job Seekers Make When Explaining Why They Want the Job to Hiring Managers.
“When you’re asked why you want the job, it’s important to share how you see it aligning with who you are as a person and a professional.”
Quote of the Day
“Start where you are. Use what you have. Do what you can.”
— Arthur Ashe
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- Career hacking is about the relentless pursuit of discovering and doing what makes you come alive. Here are the core principles in the Career Hackers Manifesto.
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