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Personalize your resume to showcase quantifiable impacts you've made.
Work on building a strong personal brand and online presence to impress recruiters.
Network actively in the industry by connecting with people on LinkedIn and joining online communities.

Manage your job search with a system like Notion to stay organized and focused.
Subscribe to job alerts and utilize sites like Google and LinkedIn to find job opportunities.
Prioritize your mental health during the job search by taking breaks, continuing to learn, and rewarding yourself.

Skipping questions during a job interview can show honesty and good judgment.
Skipping too many questions can raise concerns about the candidate's preparedness and commitment.
Candidates should weigh the risks and benefits of skipping questions based on their abilities and the interview circumstances.

When asked 'Tell me about yourself,' focus on professional background and achievements.
In 'Why are you interested in this position?' show alignment with company and role.
For 'Describe a challenging situation at work,' share your problem-solving skills and positive outcomes.

The most crucial part of an interview is being liked by the company you want to work for. No matter how much you prepare, if they don't like you, you won't get hired.
To ensure you're well-liked: build good relationships with interviewers and be nice to everyone at the company, from the receptionist to your interviewer.
On interview day, arrive early, be polite, have a strong handshake, make eye contact. Post-interview, thank the interviewer, get their contact info, say goodbye to everyone, and send a follow-up email.

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It's crucial to ask questions at the end of an interview to show interest in the company and make the interviewer like you.
Ask open-ended questions that genuinely interest you and can help build a relationship with the interviewer.
Consider asking bold questions like what could prevent you from getting the job to receive immediate feedback and gauge your performance.

Skip the cover letter - Focus on perfecting your resume and LinkedIn profile instead.
Puff up your resume - Emphasize ownership and results to showcase your strengths.
LinkedIn is crucial - Connect with people in the company and build a strong profile to increase your chances of getting interviews.