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Slow and Steady Gets the Job: Stamina and Motivation in a Job Search

A job search is similar to any long-term goal you might work towards in life. It could be a big race, a lengthy-paper, major project…any of these require at least two qualities- stamina and motivation. When you set your mind to participating in a 5K, marathon, triathlon or similar race it is generally advisable that …

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Phone Interviewing: The Tale of Two Calls

“Just get me in a room.” –That’s Don Draper’s signature line in Mad Men. and refers to his uncanny ability to smooth-talk anyone. While I may not close million dollar deals before breakfast, I usually do well with people. This was not the case, however, when I had my first phone interview… First off, I …

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