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In today's email:

• Presenting yourself to an employer! This is how to impress. 

• When you’re interviewing for a job, but see another job you want more at the same company.

• Are you ready for a promotion? Here’s what you need to do.

• Career Two Truths & A Lie! Can you detect the lie?

• Answering salary questions on job applications. Our best tips & tricks.

Here’s what’s going on in the news (related to careers of course):

• In Kentucky, Ford production workers voted against the tentative labor agreement.

• A new court ruling might result in lower pay for relators.

• Is remote work coming to an end?

5 Steps To Present Your Best Self During An Interview

In a job interview you need to know what you’ve accomplished and where you are headed in your career.

When you are selling yourself to an employer in an interview you need to really understand yourself, your accomplishments and your goals. And this might seem silly, because you have experienced all of your accomplishments and you are the one setting your goals. But for many of us, it can be easy to forget the details of these things if we haven’t spent the time to really think about them.

You want to be able to recall your previous work experiences like it happened and hour ago. You want to know what you are good at, the employer doesn’t know this, so you need to tell them. You need to know what you want for yourself in the future. If you can’t do any of this you need to get to know yourself better.

Here are some steps you should take before every interview so you can be confident and present yourself in the best way possible.

When You’re Interviewing For A Job At A Company, But See Another One With Them That You Want More ! 😦🤷🤔

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5 Reasons To Make SurveyJunkie Your Next Side Hustle

There are several reasons why someone might choose to have a side hustle as an online survey taker for SurveyJunkie. Here are five possible reasons:

1. Flexibility: Online survey taking allows for flexibility in terms of working hours. As a survey taker, you can typically choose when and where you want to complete surveys. This flexibility is especially beneficial for individuals who have other commitments such as a full-time job, studies, or family responsibilities.

2. Extra Income: One of the primary motivations for having a side hustle is to earn additional income. SurveyJunkie offers compensation to survey takers for completing surveys. While the income may vary depending on factors like survey length and complexity, it can be a convenient way to supplement your regular income or save up for specific goals.

3. Low Entry Barrier: Starting as an online survey taker usually has a low barrier to entry. SurveyJunkie, for example, allows individuals to sign up easily and start taking surveys without requiring specialized skills or experience. This accessibility makes it an attractive option for people looking to earn money without needing extensive training or qualifications.

4. Work from Anywhere: Online survey taking provides the opportunity to work from anywhere with an internet connection. Whether you prefer to work from the comfort of your home, a coffee shop, or while traveling, as long as you have access to the internet, you can take surveys and earn money. This flexibility can be particularly appealing for digital nomads or individuals seeking location-independent work.

5. Variety and Engagement: Participating in online surveys exposes you to a range of topics and provides an opportunity to share your opinions. This can be interesting and engaging for individuals who enjoy expressing their thoughts, providing feedback, or learning about different subjects. It can also serve as a way to stay updated on market trends, consumer preferences, and new products or services.

Are you ready for a promotion? If you want to advance in your career and you feel you are ready for a promotion, there are some things you can do to make this happen. You’ll want to show your employer that you are capable and ready for a promotion. However, you want to remember that your employer need to be in the position to offer you a promotion. You don’t want to overwork yourself if a promotion isn’t possible at the time. Here’s what you need to know about getting a promotion:

• 💸 How to position yourself for a promotion.

• 💪 Showing you are ready for more responsibility.

• 😟 When you try to get a promotion & it’s not working.

Sometimes people are completely ridiculous and can be especially ridiculous in the workplace. Below are three workplace horror stories, however, two are true and one is a lie. Can you figure out the one we made up?

Story #1: “I had a job working at a local fast food restaurant when I was a teenager. I had experiences with some crazy people, but the one that sticks out to me the most has to be this: When I handed a customer the cup for the soda they ordered, they look at me in disgust and said “I’m not doing your job for you!” Instead of fighting it I walked around the counter and filled up their soda from the self-serve machine. To this day I wish I had thought of a good comeback to say instead of giving in.”

Story #2: “I was working as a sign language interpreter in a classroom setting, and the teacher’s aide decided to stand between me and the student, blocking their view. I asked her to move, and she told me that she was doing it on purpose so that the student didn’t rely on me too much.”

Story #3: “I was a tour guide in Central America for a few years. One of my passengers was so scared of eating local food that she brought a small duffel bag of protein bars and only ate those. By day four, she was complaining of stomach cramps, and her farts were so bad that I thought they would strip the paint off the interior of the bus. I had to help her find a McDonalds or something so that she would eat actual food.”

Answer at the bottom of the newsletter!

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How To Answer Salary Questions On Job Applications

Don’t blow your chances at getting a job because of a question about salary.

You should receive the salary you deserve, and sometimes that means negotiation. If you suggest a salary that is too high, you might not be considered for the position at all. And if you suggest a salary that is too low, you might be taken advantage of. So how can job seekers go about answering salary questions that won’t kick them out of the running or make them end up with an offer they don’t want.

Creating your ideal salary range can guide you through answering the salary questions on job applications. In one of her TikTok’s, J.T. recommends choosing a number within your salary range when the employer asks for a specific amount on an application. But there are other ways to go about answering these specific salary questions.

If you get lucky and there is an option on the application to insert a range, then you should obviously write in your ideal range. However, a lot of times applications only allow for one number. Like we mentioned earlier, your salary should be something you negotiate with the employer and having to offer one part of your range can make people feel like they will be stuck with that salary. That’s not necessarily the case, and you should be able to negotiate even if you do put a salary on the lower end of your range.

If you are still worried about it, then we recommend writing in the lowest or highest number you can. This will signal to the employer that you want to negotiate your salary. And better yet, if you can type in “negotiable” into the answer, then employers will really get your message.

Keep reading to learn more tips for answering questions about salary on job applications.

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