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How can you present yourself better to employers? What four strategies will enhance your chances of getting hired? In today’s competitive job market, it’s not enough to have transferrable skills or a college degree. In Knock ’em Dead Job Interview, Martin Yate shares that there are four qualities and mindsets that will help improve your chances of getting hired. Here’s how to get hired after a job interview.
How much influence did Twitter have? Who used Twitter, and for what causes? In his book Hatching Twitter, Nick Bilton explores the influence of Twitter throughout the years (before Musk took over). Twitter has been an important tool in politics, social movements, businesses, and more. Continue reading for a look at Twitter’s influence, and some of its challenges.
Are you nervous about an upcoming job interview? What can you do to prepare and set yourself apart? Job interviews are nerve-wracking, but they can be less so if you prepare thoroughly. Preparation includes learning to navigate different interview styles, asking questions that show your knowledge, and taking time to study the role in-depth. Here’s how to ace a job interview.
Who founded Twitter? Why were there so many power struggles? What changes and influences has Twitter had over the years? In the book Hatching Twitter by Nick Bilton, he explores the timeline of Twitter—from conception to success (before Musk’s takeover). Twitter’s history is full of deception, greed, and the fight for power. Here’s a brief overview of the book Hatching Twitter.
Have you made it past the interview process and been offered a job? What comes next? How do you negotiate salary? Receiving a job offer after an interview is exciting—but it’s not the end of the hiring process. Next, it’s time to negotiate your compensation package. Here are four tips for negotiating salary from Knock ’em Dead Job Interview by Martin Yate.
Are you preparing for a job interview? How can you set yourself apart from other applicants? How do you negotiate compensation packages? In his book Knock ’em Dead Job Interview, author and career expert Martin Yate helps you prepare for a job interview so you can stand out in a competitive market. He also provides tips for how to negotiate your pay if you get hired. Here’s how to get from interview to hired.
Are you retired and struggling to find purpose in your life? What activities might help you feel more fulfilled? In Ernie Zelinski’s book How to Retire Happy, Wild, and Free, he offers practical tips for finding a purpose after retirement. Some of his tips include volunteering, learning new hobbies, joining workout classes, and more. Continue reading for tips on how to avoid boredom and find more fulfillment after retiring.
Are you worried your physical and mental health could decline after you retire? What are some ways to maintain an active retirement? It’s easy to become complacent after retirement and stop prioritizing your health. However, in How to Retire Happy, Wild, and Free, Ernie Zelinski stresses the importance of remaining physically, mentally, and socially active in retirement. Here’s why you should put down the TV remote and go for a walk.
Are you planning on settling down after retirement? Have you considered using your golden years to travel or pick up new creative pursuits? Rather than viewing retirement as a time to sleep in, kick back, and put your feet up, you should view it as a chance to explore the world freely. Whether that means spending more time with family or moving to another country, you can now do it all without the overarching stress of work. Here’s what Ernie Zelinski says about travel after retirement in his book How to Retire Happy, Wild, and Free.
Are you retired or planning on retiring soon? What can you do to enjoy life after retirement to the fullest? In his book How to Retire Happy, Wild, and Free, Ernie Zelinski provides advice on how to live a fulfilling life after retiring. Rather than spending your days in front of the television, retirement is a chance for you to pursue your hobbies, reinvent yourself, and find joy in the simple things. Here are Zelinski’s tips for living your retired life to the fullest.