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Every job interview has a Q&A.
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But 99% of job seekers don't know about its best features.
Here are 7 that will immediately level up your job hunt:
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My client had applied to 500+ jobs.
She got zero interviews.
We teamed up and 2 months later?
She scored:
- Multiple interviews
- An offer from an F100 company
- $100,000+ in total comp
What changed?
She stopped applying online.
And used this 11 step process instead:
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ChatGPT can help you land 3x more job interviews.
But only if you use it correctly.
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I applied to 300+ jobs in 2013.
Got rejected from all of them.
Two years later, I was in final rounds at Microsoft, Google, & Twitter.
The result?
An offer from Microsoft with a $70k+ raise.
Here’s a🧵 with the 9 steps I used to make it happen. ↓
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I applied to 300+ jobs in 2013.
Got rejected from all of them.
Two years later, I was in final rounds at Microsoft, Google, & Twitter.
The result?
An offer from Microsoft with a $70k+ raise.
Here's the 11 step system I used to make it happen:
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What if you got an $80,000 raise?
My client just negotiated one at Amazon.
He used the same 11 step framework I give all my clients.
Here’s a breakdown so you can get paid what you’re worth ↓
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ChatGPT can help you turn 5x more interviews into job offers.
But only if you know how to use it correctly.
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I was promoted 3x in five years at Microsoft.
That led to ~$200k+ of additional comp.
Here are 6 principles I used to make it happen.
Hope it helps someone out there level up!
[A Short 🧵 ] ↓
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Every job interview has a Q&A.
But 99% of job seekers skip it or don’t ask good questions.
Here are 9 unique questions that will help you land more job offers:
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What if you got an $80,000 raise?
My client just negotiated one at Amazon.
He used the same 11 step framework I give all my clients.
Here’s a breakdown so you can get paid what you’re worth ↓
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Most people know they need LinkedIn to job search.
But 99% of job seekers don't know about its best features.
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Most job seekers only negotiate salary.
And they leave money on the table as a result.
Here are 11 other things you can ask for in a job offer.
(That might be worth even more $$$!):
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I was promoted 3x in five years at Microsoft.
That led to ~$200k+ of additional comp.
Here are 7 principles I used to make it happen:
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I analyzed 125,000+ resumes.
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To see what most job seekers miss (that costs them job offers).
Here are 5 data-backed insights to help you beat the competition and write a job winning resume.
[A Short🧵] ↓
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Many jobs require a cover letter.
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I’ve coached 1,000+ people on job interviews.
My clients have landed at FAANGs, F500s, & Unicorns.
Here’s the 11 step interview preparation process I use with all of them:
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I’ve reviewed 1,000+ resumes over the past 5 years.
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ChatGPT can help you write a job-winning resume.
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Negotiating salary is hard.
Leveraging data makes it 100x easier.
Here are 7 unique ways to research salaries for your target role:
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Internships can change the course of your career.
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My client just landed a $15,000 raise in 3 months.
All from one daily LinkedIn strategy.
I call it Value Driven Commenting, here's how it works:
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Salary Negotiation Tip:
When an employer asks for your target salary?
Spin it back on them:
"Thanks for asking. Would you be open to sharing the range you have budgeted for this role? That way we can make sure we’re aligned.”
You'll be surprised at how many share numbers.
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A great LinkedIn headline can 10x your job search.
But 97% of headlines stink.
This 5 step process will transform yours into a job-generating machine:
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1/ "Fast Forward One Year, You're Looking Back On This Hire. What Did They Do To Exceed Every Expectation?"
This shows the interviewer that you're results-focused.
You want to know exactly what success looks like so you can create a plan to make it happen.
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Salary Negotiation Tip:
When an employer asks for your target salary?
Spin it back on them:
"Thanks for asking. Would you be open to sharing the range you have budgeted for this role? That way we can make sure we’re aligned.”
You'll be surprised at how many share numbers.
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My client landed a PM role at her dream company.
It came with a $30,000 raise and H1-B visa sponsorship.
Total time? Two months.
Here are the 7 steps she used to make it happen:
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2/ "What Is The Most Unexpected Thing You've Learned While Working Here?"
Most interviewers aren't prepared for this and it encourages them to share unique experiences they've had.
That combo leads to some really unique stories and insights about the team and the company.
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1/ Upgrade Your Profile Picture
Like it or not, your profile picture is your first impression.
Make it a good one:
1. Upload your PP to
2. Analyze the feedback
3. Reshoot / edit your picture based on the data
4. Repeat until your scores are good!
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Employees don’t care about:
- Kegs in the office
- Being part of “a family”
- Awards without more $$$
They do care about:
- Being paid what they’re worth
- Having a path for growth
- A manager understands work / life balance
Culture is treating employees like humans.
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3/ "Why Is This Role Open?"
Is the company expanding to capitalize on a new market?
Did the previous employee quit?
Were they laid off?
It's critical to understand why the company decided to open this role in the first place.
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Starting a new job?
The first 90 days make or break your success.
Here are 9 steps to help you crush them (and win more promotions):
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Changing careers with no experience?
Here are 5 ways to build the skills you need.
No degree or $$$ required:
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I’ve sent 10,000+ cold emails in my career.
Those emails have generated $100M+ in revenue.
Here are 11 tips to help you 10x your response rates:
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Most job seekers only negotiate salary.
And they leave money on the table as a result.
Here are 11 other things you can ask for in a job offer.
(That might be worth even more $$$!):
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4 daily job search activities with crazy ROI:
1. Comment on 15+ LinkedIn posts from people at target companies
2. Engage with LinkedIn posts from your top companies
3. Email one person in your target industry
4. Document something you learned in a post
Anyone can do these!
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4/ "Who Would Not Be A Good Fit At This Company?"
Many people are focused on finding a good fit.
But flipping the script can give you a lot of insight too.
This question pushes the interviewer to think of traits that wouldn't fit with their culture.
h/t
@heykahn
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Networking as an introvert feels scary AF.
But it doesn’t have to be.
Here are 3 tips that helped me build relationships with CEOs, influencers, and high profile entrepreneurs (without leaving my couch):
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3/ Write A Killer Headline
I like to use this headline formula:
[Keywords] | [Skills] | [Results-Focused Value Proposition]
Here's an example for a data scientist:
Data Scientist | Python, R, Tableau | I Help Hospitals Use Big Data To Reduce Readmission Rates By 37%
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9 things your parents never told you about job searching (but probably should have):
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30M+ people are job searching right now.
99% of them aren’t using the right tools.
These 7 tools will give you a crazy advantage over the competition:
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4/ Create A Specific Plan With Management
Every quarter, I'd ask my manager 3 questions:
1. What skill gaps do I need to fill to get this promo?
2. What results do you need to see as evidence?
3. What projects can I join / start to get those results?
Then I'd get started.
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I applied to 300+ jobs in 2013.
Got rejected from all of them.
Two years later, I was in final rounds at Microsoft, Google, & Twitter.
The result?
An offer from Microsoft with a $70k+ raise.
Here are the 11 steps I used to make it happen:
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A great LinkedIn headline can 10x your results.
But 99% of people’s headlines suck.
Here’s my 7 step formula for turning your headline into an opportunity generating machine:
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I surveyed 115k+ people about salary negotiation.
Here are 5 data-backed insights to help you negotiate a salary you deserve:
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Relationships are like bank accounts.
Haven’t made any deposits?
Then there are consequences to withdrawing.
You need to build social capital before you spend it.
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It took me 5+ years to become great at networking.
I’ll teach you how in 10 minutes:
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I have 1.1M+ followers on LinkedIn.
This week, I decided to join Twitter.
Total followers at the start? Nine.
Here's my initial, 6 step plan for Twitter growth.
[A Short 🧵]
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6/ "How Many People In This Role Have Been Promoted To More Senior Internal Positions?"
Growth trajectory is something that every candidate should factor into their decision.
Do people in this role get promoted internally?
Or do they need to go elsewhere to move up?
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2/ Leverage Keywords
The right keywords help you show up in more searches.
Here's how to find them:
1. Find 20+ job descriptions for target roles
2. Paste them all into 's JD scanner
3. Save the top 15 skills
Weave them into the rest of your profile!
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3/ Start With The Right Keywords
Here's how:
1. Find 20+ job descriptions for target roles
2. Copy all 20 of them and paste them into 's job description scanner
3. Run the scan and save the top 5-10 keywords
These are the ones you want in your headline.
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I was rejected from 12+ internships in college.
I was rejected from Google 10 separate times.
I was rejected from Microsoft five separate times.
Finally, in October of 2015, I was offered my dream role at Microsoft with a 2.5x salary bump.
Moral of the story?
Keep going.
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Most hiring managers find Thank You notes helpful when assessing candidates.
But only 24% of job seekers actually write one.
Here’s how to write a job-winning thank you note in 7 simple steps:
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I’ve created 5 six-figure products over the past few years.
I knew they’d all hit before I built them.
How?
I used the same 11 step Product Validation Framework for each one.
Here’s a breakdown so you can make sure you’re selling something people want to buy:
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2/ Great Headlines Have 2 Things
I've reviewed thousands of LinkedIn profiles.
My data shows that the most effective headlines include:
1. Relevant industry keywords
2. A unique value proposition
I like to lead with keywords and end with the value prop. For example:
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4/ Create A Specific Plan With Management
Every quarter, I'd ask my manager 3 questions:
1. What skill gaps do I need to fill to get this promo?
2. What results do you need to see as evidence?
3. What projects can I join / start to get those results?
Then I'd get started.
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Optimize for experience in your 20s.
Optimize for salary in your 30s.
Optimize for assets in your 40s and beyond.
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Recruiters spend 7 seconds reading your resume.
Here are 7 steps to guarantee you grab their attention:
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@heykahn
5/ "What Goals Has Your Manager Set For You Over The Next 6 Months? How Can This Hire Help You Achieve Them?"
Everybody wants to look good in front of their manager.
Showing that you understand this and that you'll prioritize it is a great way to make a strong impression.
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80% of hiring managers find thank you notes helpful when making hiring decisions.
But only 24% of job seekers actually take the time to write one.
Here's a simple, 7 step process for writing a job-winning thank you note:
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I got rejected from Microsoft.
They went with an internal candidate.
Instead of cutting ties?
I asked if I could stay in touch.
I checked in every month.
3 months later, a new role opened.
Those connections referred me and I got the offer.
Don't let one "No" stop you!
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When I hire, I always look for one trait:
Side hustles.
People who take the time to invest in things they care about outside of work are typically:
- Passionate
- Motivated
- Innovative
- Scrappy
Those are all qualities that I want on my team.
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7/ "Can You Tell Me About A Time When Someone Was Encouraged To Step Outside The Confines Of Their Job Description?"
This is a 2-for-1 deal.
If the stretch project was to help them grow? Awesome.
If it was forcing them to do extra, unnecessary work? Also great to know.
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2,300+ people applied for a program at Microsoft.
My client won the job.
How?
Using my favorite job search strategy.
I call it a “Value Validation Project.”
Here’s how to create one in 11 steps:
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Can we normalize the fact that people mainly work for money and that’s totally ok?
As a founder, of course I want you to have some passion about our mission.
But I also understand that the primary motivation is earning an income so you can enjoy a higher quality of life.
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1/ Understand Who Companies *Really* Hire
I used to think the most qualified candidate got the job.
That's not true.
Companies don't hire the most qualified candidate.
They hire the person they believe will deliver the most value.
My new goal?
Be that person.
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No one replied to your last 5 cold emails?
Send 5 more.
No one liked your last 5 tweets?
Share 5 more.
Got rejected from your last 5 jobs?
Apply to 5 more.
Growth is a game of persistence.
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1/ She Shifted Her Energy
After 500 apps and no results?
She stopped investing in a system that wasn't working.
Instead, she looked at the data.
She saw that 40%-80% of hires come from referrals.
So she reallocated 100% of her energy towards building relationships.
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4/ Write A Killer About
A great About section has 3 parts:
1. A short paragraph that speaks to your job, years of experience, and value prop.
2. Five "case study" bullets that showcase specific results.
3. Your email w/ a CTA for people to connect with you.
Include keywords!
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In 2017, I shared my first LinkedIn post.
I grew from 3k to 100k+ followers in 12 months.
I’ve grown from 100k to 1.2M+ since.
Here are the 11 strategies I used:
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6/ She Made It About Them
Her first email wasn't, "can you refer me in?"
She engaged with their content.
Complimented their personal blogs.
Recognized career changes.
If you want 15 minutes of someone's time?
Show them you spent 15 minutes to earn it.
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My client landed an offer with a $30,000 raise.
It took her less than 2 months.
The best part? She didn't submit a single online app.
Instead, she used this 9 step system:
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Companies don't really care about your experience.
They care about the value they believe you can create.
If you're talking about your experience but not tying it back to the company's goals, challenges, and needs?
You're losing out on job offers.
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Writing a post-interview thank you?
Try embedding a video (I use
@loom
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1. Thank them for their time
2. Recap a specific thing you spoke about
3. Reiterate your excitement
It's the personalization of a hand written note + the benefit of instant delivery all in one.
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Do you meet 100% of the qualifications for a job?
Don't apply.
You're making a lateral move.
If you can already do everything on day one?
You'll get bored and you won't grow.
Instead, aim for roles where you meet 70% of the quals.
That's where the real magic happens.
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10/ Want More Advice Like This?
Give me a follow (
@austinbelcak
)!
Then grab a seat for my free masterclass "How To Land Your Dream Job In 10 Weeks (Without Applying Online):
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9/ Make A Prioritized List
Most interviews only offer 5-10 minutes for questions.
That gives you time for 2, maybe 3 questions.
Before your next interview, review this list and choose 3 "Must Ask" questions along with 2-3 "On Deck" questions that you can ask if you have time.
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9/ Want More Of This Advice?
Give me a follow!
I share deep dive threads on job searching and careers every week.
For more details and examples on these tips, check out my free LinkedIn Profile Optimization Guide:
Have a great weekend! 🤙
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1/ Download 1st Connections
Networking is easiest with people you already know.
LinkedIn will send you a list of them!
Here's how:
1. Go to "Me" > Settings & Privacy
2. Choose "Get A Copy of Your Data"
3. Click the 2nd Option
4. Select "Connections"
5. Request the Archive
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Rejected from a job?
Send a thank you! (Seriously).
Here's how:
1. Thank them for considering you
2. Wish them well with the hire
3. Mention specific things you loved about the company
4. Ask if you can stay in touch
Maintaining relationships creates future opportunities.
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I didn't become an entrepreneur to:
- Land on a Forbes list
- Score a billion dollar valuation
- Build a 1,000+ person company
I did it to:
- Own my time and income
- Be present as my son grows up
- Have time for hobbies / fun
To me, that's the definition of success.
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4/ She Identified Angles
As she researched, she asked herself 3 questions:
1. Is there a challenge that I can help the company overcome?
2. Is there an opportunity I can help the company capitalize on?
3. Is there an initiative that I can help boost or improve?
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3/ Build Up Your Social Capital
I identified people who could impact my ability to get promoted.
I'd talk to them about their challenges and goals.
Then I'd work to help solve that problem or support their initiatives.
When you show up for others, they show up for you.
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Networking is hard.
The “10 Idea Strategy” makes it 100x easier.
Here’s how to do it in 5 simple steps:
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What should you ask an interviewer?
Here's one of my favorite questions:
"What's the most unexpected thing you've learned while working at [Company]?"
I love it because no one is prepared for it.
That leads to some seriously fun, authentic answers.
Give it a try!
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7/ Engage & Support Others
Comments can generate tons of profile views!
Here's how:
1. Find 10+ thought leaders in your target space
2. Bookmark their post feed
3. Check their feeds daily
4. Leave a supportive, valuable comment on each new post
5. Repeat for a min. of 30 days.
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In 2015, I got interviews at Microsoft, Google, & Twitter.
I had a non-traditional background.
So I spent 40+ hours preparing for each.
I got the Microsoft offer with a six-figure raise.
My point?
People may beat your qualifications.
Don't let them beat your preparation.
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We hired someone new.
I put the salary in the JD.
We replied to everyone - no ghosting.
We had an assessment and paid people for their time.
This stuff isn’t rocket science.
If my small biz can do it, every biz can.
There's no excuse for treating candidates like crap.
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8/ Create Content!
Content is networking at scale.
One post can reach more people than your entire connection base.
It also allows you to showcase value in your own words, on your own terms.
It can feel scary, but only 1% of people do it and the returns are huge.
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6/ Don't Share Your #, Ask For Theirs
Recruiter: "Can you share your salary expectations?"
Don't give your # yet.
Ask for theirs:
"I'm negotiable, my first priority is ensuring this is a great fit."
"But if you have a range you're open to share, I'd be happy to discuss."
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Experience shouldn’t be measured in years.
It should be measured by a person’s ability to perform.
Let’s normalize that.
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2/ Tailor Your Resume
ChatGPT can help personalize your resume for a target role.
Just say:
"Please personalize my resume for this [Job Title] role at [Company].
Here is the job description: [Paste Job Description].
And here is my resume: [Paste Resume]."
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1/ Understand Who Companies *Really* Hire
I used to think the most qualified candidate got the job.
That's not true.
Companies don't hire the most qualified candidate.
They hire the person they believe will deliver the most value.
My new goal?
Be that person.
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1/ Get Clear On Where You're Going
I spent my first six months figuring out exactly where I wanted to go.
That way I could quadruple down on my goal.
The relationships I built and projects I took on all happened with that goal in mind.
Compounding applies to careers too.
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2/ Be Vocal About Your Goals!
I told everyone about my plan:
"I want to be a Director of Partner Development."
I wove it into every 1:1 with my manager.
Into every performance review.
And into my convos with colleagues.
People can't help if they don't know your goals.
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