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TalentEgg
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17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Why I said 'No' to gra... · 0 replies · +3 points
In reality, real life experience is irreplaceable, and it is exceptionally clear in your article that you've massively benefitted from it, even if you are still deciding to ultimately go back to grad school.
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Why I transferred prog... · 0 replies · +2 points
First - welcome to the Incubator. Second- great, honest post.
While 6 years is longer than average to finish university, once you're done, you'll be in a career you love, which in turn will save you LOTS of years of job hopping and CAREER hopping.
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Don't let your job def... · 0 replies · +2 points
The fact that you have your own podcast basically shows that you've created your own 'next generation' radio show. The only difference between you and mainstream media is the number of listeners...and the advertising (i.e. revenue). Maybe one day, you'll be able to monetize your project and THAT will be your career. From your posts, and from having met you, it seems like you're an entrepreneurial go getter and running your own business may end up being the right career path for you...
That's enough ranting for now :)
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Recruiting 2.0: Social... · 0 replies · +2 points
Crowd sourcing your resume is a great idea... The wealth of expertise on the internet, not only across your community and your country, but across the world, is insane and if you can it's definitely smart to take advantage!
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Turn this summer’s t... · 0 replies · +2 points
While I would argue that students and new grads are in a relatively GOOD spot for finding work compared to the average job seeker, I would also agree that 'job searching outside the lines' like you've advocated is a fantastic idea.
It's not always about having direct work experience, but rather experience that shows your potential in the workplace, whether it be in relation to perseverance, dedication, work ethic, etc.
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Four job search basics... · 0 replies · +2 points
It basically gives you the flexibility to create a fanastic resume online that includes a key thing that doesn't usually fit in a paper-based resume: References!! (aka recommendations).
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Showing a little perso... · 0 replies · +2 points
You're SO right - especially at the entry level, it is very important to compete on more than your skills and qualifications. If you're genuinly interested in the position and the company you are interviewing with, letting that come through in your interview can be the difference between standing out or just being one of the other 100s of applicants that walked through the door.
As well, sharing life experiences that help employers remember you is always a great idea too (as long they're appropriate!!)
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Dos and don'ts of post... · 0 replies · +1 points
Great article.
I think the key in an unpaid internship is to make sure that there is value for both the intern and the employer. Some great postings for unpaid interns highlight the networking opportunities and skills the intern will gain. Ie, a great way to meet people in your industry or build your confidence/skills/RESUME!
The reason I point to it having to be valuable for the employer is because while the work may be unpaid, there is still a definite cost to employers of hosting interns...For example, computers, workspace, and most importantly, training (i.e. time).
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Four ways to define yo... · 0 replies · +1 points
Love this: "Well, you have a degree, congrats! So do thousands of other applicants across Canada."
It's so important to know that you're not special. But not only in the negative sense of that phrase...in the sense that there are hundreds of thousands of other Canadian new grads also making the transition and facing similar good and bad times.
17 years ago @ TalentEgg Student Care... - Would you like fries w... · 0 replies · +2 points
The rest - fantastic. Part time jobs are a great way to earn money while also keeping busy/engaged, and even networking. You never know who you'll meet.
On top of that, in my experience, Serving is really fun and social :)
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