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Acting Like a Local 

Up your success abroad by learning about the local culture before you go. Studying or working abroad can be an exciting and transforming experience, opening your eyes to new languages, foods, music, art, landscapes and architecture. It also places you

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Tips for Creating a Video Resumé / CV

Job searches and job applications have changed dramatically in the digital age. Job portals, social media, websites, webcams, applicant tracking systems and more have presented ever-changing issues for job candidates. Resumés and CVs are evolving too. Some job applicants are

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Become a Stand-Out Candidate

Understanding how employers review resumés/CV and what makes an impression can lead to a job offer. A well-constructed resumé/CV is a vital piece of the job application process for positions in most countries. In fact, your resumé/CV is the most

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Developing the Art of Negotiation

When working internationally, it’s important to understand the professional negotiation style of the country in which you are employed to increase the odds of success. Asking for what you want isn’t always easy, and it can be particularly daunting in

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How to broaden your salary research using GoinGlobal

While salaries vary widely from place to place, industry to industry, occupation to occupation, whether you are just starting to carve out your career path or actively interviewing, your financial considerations should go beyond salary. GoinGlobal career guides offer continually

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Starting Points for Negotiating Salary and Compensation

So, you’ve explored your career options, made decisions, applied for jobs and have an offer. How do you begin to negotiate salary and compensation? Some places and businesses have pay transparency initiatives and laws in place that openly display salary

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Know Your Worth: Key Steps for a Successful First Interview

As part of your job interview prep, research the company, the position for which you are applying and its salary range. Preparation is often the key to success. This is particularly true when gearing up for job interviews. To better

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A Day in the Life: The Benefits of Job Shadowing

Job searching without clear direction on what it is you really want to do professionally can be more daunting than exciting. If you are wanting to change your career or are vacillating between two or more career paths, learning as

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Start Exploring Careers – Here’s How

Choosing an initial career path or deciding to change careers starts with exploration. There are a lot of unknowns to contend with and questions to ask when contemplating such a life-altering decision. Fortunately, there are numerous ways to seek out

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Internships and Volunteering as a Tool for Career Exploration

Consider internships and volunteering as viable testing ground to see if a certain career field is a good fit for you. These opportunities can give you valuable hands-on experience in unexpected ways, not only to build your skill set and

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