5 Job Search Secrets From a Recruiter and Career Coach

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It’s less about resumes and more about how you go about organizing and preparing for your interview process.

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Now that I’m also a career and interview coach, here are some tips I always talk about with my 1:1 clients

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Job Search Secrets

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Being able to clearly communicate your skills, your career stories and the value you add to a team is your most powerful tool in any interview.

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There’s more accountability at play with referrals, because you have someone inside the company advocating for you.

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Don’t be afraid to ask tough questions and remember, many interviewers are eager to answer openly and honestly.

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