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😬 Is your social media scaring off hiring managers?
Plus: You did great in the interview, but didn't get the job... Here's what you need to do!
Hello Everyone and Happy Monday!
In today's email:
Is your social media scaring off hiring managers? Watch your digital footprint.
1-on-1 coaching with J.T. Limited spots, don’t miss your chance!
Laid off from your dream job? This is what you need to do.
You did great in the interview, but didn’t get the job. This is how you can stand out.
Two Truths & A Lie! Crazy interview experiences!
How to be confident on the first day of work. Your first day should be exciting!
Here’s what’s going on in the news (related to careers of course):
United Airlines pilots approve a new contract.
General Motors furloughs 160 workers due to UAW strike.
83% of Gen Z workers say they are job hoppers.
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Are your potential employers checking our your social media?
Whether you are an avid social media user or not, your digital footprint is a real thing that can make a difference in you getting hired or not. Your posts, likes, and followers makes a statement about who you are as a person, which is something many employers take into account.
In fact, a study done from CareerBuilder states that 70% of employers use social media to check out potential employees. So if you think you won’t have employers looking at your social media, think again.
If you are trying to get hired right now, think about what you have out on social media and what you post in the future. It can make all the difference.
And if you are unsure about what you should avoid doing, here are some guidelines to help you out.
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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.
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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.
Did great in the interview, but didn’t get the job? Often people do really well in an interview and are even told by the hiring manager that they did really well, however, they still aren’t offered the job. Why would the hiring team lie to you? They didn’t. You DID do a good job, but so did the other candidates. You need to be able to stand out from these other candidates, and that usually lies in how you answer behavioral interview questions:
🤷 When you do great, but don’t get hired!
🗣️ Answering behavioral interview questions.
✍️ Interview Hack: Answering hard questions.
There are some crazy interview stories out there, and below are three interview experience stories. However, two of them are true and one is a lie. Can you figure out which one we made up?
Story #1: I was 18 years old and applying for a sales job at a large retail store that was just about to open. The very first sentence this woman said to me during the interview was, "We work on a demerit points system here, this should keep you in line, and if it doesn't, you're out after your fourth demerit. No excuses." Literally no introducing herself, shaking my hand, nothing. She just looked at me and immediately said that. I thanked her for her time and walked out of the building. No thanks. I was looking for employment, not a detention center.
Story #2: I was interviewing for my first job out of college and I was really excited about the position. The second I walked into the interview room something felt off. The interview was going okay and I was answering basic questions, however, the hiring manager looked really unimpressed. At the end of the interview I asked if everything was okay and she said “Do you really think your outfit was appropriate for this?” I didn’t really know what to say, so I apologized, thanked her for the interview, and left. I thought my outfit was perfectly appropriate and so did my friends and family. Clearly she was having a bad day or something. Let’s just say I never heard back and I was okay with that.
Story #3: I interviewed for a receptionist position. The owner of the business was interviewing me. Everything was going great. He told me about how he started his own business, his work history, normal interview stuff. He proceeds to ask me if I'm willing to work hard. I said yes. "Even if that means giving your boss a massage sometimes?" Confused, I asked him what he meant by that. He explained that sometimes you have to do what you have to do to get far in life. I told him I'm not comfortable with that and he said, "Well, I don't think this will work then" and I left.
Which story is the lie?(click on an option below) |
Answer at the bottom of the newsletter!
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If you recently accepted a job offer, congratulations!
We know how tough and long the job search process can be, but you did it, you got the job! Now, you face a whole new set of challenges and experiences, one of those being your first day of work.
For a lot of people, the first day of work at a new job can be nerve-wracking. You don’t know the workplace etiquette or your co-workers very well yet, and you want to make a good impression. You want to make friends and fit in well with the culture, but that takes time.
As nervous as you may be about all of this stuff, your first day should be exciting! Try to enjoy it as much as you can and remember that everything will work out. Here are some tips to help boost your confidence for your first day of work!
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