Job searching can be exhausting and at the same time get discouraging, especially if you’ve been on the job hunt for a while and not quickly finding a new position. Focusing on the right things during the job search and interview process can make all the difference. Here is what to do to get back into the workforce
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Read More...Sending a follow-up message to thank the interviewer can make the difference between getting hired and being rejected. Of course it won’t save you if your interview went badly from start to finish, but it can definitely sway their decision if it’s neck-and-neck between you and another…
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