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Technology can make creating professional connections that much easier

Networking in the Digital Age Networking continues to be an important, if not the most important, way to enter or ascend in a particular profession, and, fortunately, finding professional networking groups has never been easier. Searching online for local, national

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Digital Age Tools: Networking Online

Technology and online resources offer ways for people to connect in a digital world. Online communities bring together individuals, whether for social reasons, to pursue hobbies or engage in work-related interests. These digital communities can create real and useful professional

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Tips for Creating a Strong Online Portfolio

How to best showcase your skills and experience in a dynamic, personal way It’s hard to stand out when applying for and interviewing for jobs these days. You may apply for a position you found advertised on LinkedIn. It seems

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How to Stand Out in an Applicant Tracking System (ATS)

Automation and AI now play a major role in the job search process. According to Jobscan, 99% of Fortune 500 companies, 66% of large companies and 35% of small-to-medium-sized organizations use applicant tracking systems (ATS) in the hiring process. Applicant

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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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