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Any good list of job scam recruitment agencies I can review before reporting a couple to the FTC?

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It’s always “you have a great personality and cheerful spirit.” Never “here’s your official offer letter!” If I managed to get a damn job based off my personality alone, I’d have 50+ offer letters alr… more

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Is everyone really lying on their applications? I read about this trick where you put a higher title on your resume and then use the real one only for the background check form. It feels wrong to me, … more

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There are moments where I question if I’m telling my story the right way. Not changing the facts, just how I present them. A small tweak in how you frame things can make a big difference. Have you eve… more

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I’m so upset because today I had an interview for a role at a huge media company. But then during the interview, she saw that I was not located in the state so we had to cut the interview short. the r… more

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I am currently unemployed, but I get interviews, yet never land the job...I have told interviewers that I do not talk about myself very well, when they ask me "so tell me about yourself." What kind of i… more

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I've been looking for a new QA Manager role for several months. I've been getting interview opportunities, but the biggest stumbling block is lack of background experience with the company'… more

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I’m thinking of attending a job fair next week. Has anyone tried that? Do you have any suggestions?

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Does it matter that you have a degree these days for the average job? I understand if you are going for a certain kind of position like Doctor, Therapist or other in the medical field, or Aeronautics… more

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Does it matter that you have a degree these days for the average job? I understand if you are going for a certain kind of position like Doctor, Therapist or other in the medical field, or Aeronautics… more

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I saw a suggestion on Reddit that said before applying to a job listed on LinkedIn you should message the hiring manager. I think that might be kind of annoying. Have you ever tried it?

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I’ve caught myself refreshing job boards even after already applying, like something new will magically appear in the next five minutes. It’s almost like a habit at this point. Do you ever find yourse… more

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Even though I still don’t have a new job, I feel like I’m getting something good out of all the research and interviews. For example, I have an interview tomorrow with a company that I had never heard… more

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Question, what's the best way to go about searching for start up companies? i feel like i want to move away from linkedin and indeed. so any other suggestions would be so helpful!

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I need advice on resume gaps vs age (I'm late 50s). If I only show the last 20 years on my resume just to get the interview, I feel like I'm tricking people when I show up. Last week, an inter… more

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Hi everyone! I'm hoping to connect with anyone who might know of job openings in DMV, automotive registration, or vehicle title work in Sierra Vista area or Tucson areas. My family and I are movin… more

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More and more I’m considering working with my hands versus my digital trade for creative work. The fear of AI taking over almost every white collar/knowledge work space is hitting me hard. Has anyone … more

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Any thoughts on reaching out cold to organizations that you are interestedly in working with? Like as an AD or designer, DMing CDs directly and giving 2 lines about your specific superpowers or value?

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There have been times where I left an interview and couldn’t tell if it went well or not. No clear signals, just a “we’ll be in touch.” That gray area can mess with your head if you sit in it too long… more

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I just found out I didn't get the job after my first interview. It's a little confusing because the recruiter sent me some great feedback about how I did. I felt like I really hit it off with … more

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I interviewed yesterday morning and turns out, I know the mgr and assistant mgr from a previous job I had 3 years ago. I'm over qualified but they need someone reliable and don't have to babys… more

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With almost 2 years of experience at an architectural firm, I feel drawn to a more creative field but I’m still relatively new to the job market and don’t know if I can go in a different direction wit… more

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I got a job offer! My current company laid off my entire team last week. I am the only employee left under my manager. On one hand, this is exactly why I have to leave, but I also feel guilty turning … more

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I didn’t expect how hard it would be to “sell myself” without feeling weird about it when I first stared looking for work. Talking about my wins sometimes feels like I’m bragging, even though I know it’s pa… more

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I built an AI app to help analysts in the UK find roles in fintech, finance, and startups. It asks a few quick questions (90s) and matches you to relevant jobs based on your skills.

Pre launch: UK & analyst roles … more

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I'm currently thinking about getting into HR since i have a background in procurement and IT. can anyone offer any advice on this journey?

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I’ll try to prep so much for consulting case interviews and I always end up messing them up. Why am I like this😭

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I'm tired of spending hours scrolling through job boards only to find the same few roles over and over. LinkedIn feels like a lost cause with how many people apply to every single post. ZipRecruit… more

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By the time I view a LinkedIn jobs email (immediately upon arrival) I see that there are > 100 applications already filed.

For Project Management positions, is it even worth it to use LinkedIn anymo… more

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Is it ok to ask what health insurance costs thru a company before accepting an offer? Because, if they're high, it might not be worth it.

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I"m a planner ,but thinking too far ahead can feel overwhelming when I can't control very much of what's going on in my life right now. What’s the next small step you’re focusing on righ… more

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Most businesses don’t have a traffic problem they have a conversion problem.

Brands invest in ads and content but lose customers due to poorly optimized websites or apps.

Strong web and app development isn’t optional it drives… more

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For those of you who are currently employed and seeking employment elsewhere, how do you change up your internal and external resumes? Or do you keep them the same? I find my internal resumes might … more

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Hi everyone. I'm looking for another job. Had 3 interviews no success. I'm wondering if anyone can give me some advice for an interview. It's been over 5 years and I'm trying to figure… more

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I caught myself replaying one small moment from my most recent interview over and over. What helps you break out of that loop?

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