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Recruiters and employers looking for a qualified professional to fill an open position often used LinkedIn to identify potential candidates.  To enhance your chances of receiving an invitation to interview, make sure that you are updating your LinkedIn profile regularly and that all your information is correct and well-presented.   When you are contacted for an …

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The process of deciding to continue your studies after college is a big one and can take many different forms. Perhaps you’ve always known you wanted to do a master’s in History or pursue an MBA.  Or maybe you took some time away from academia to work and realized you missed it too much and …

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No matter how qualified you are for a job or how good or bad your resume is, what the hiring process really comes down to is how you perform in the interview and how you communicate with the hiring manager beforehand.  Immediately after inviting you to interview, your potential future employer will begin to assess …

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This article centers around a delightfully nerdy episode from Crash Course Linguistics, hosted by the ever-expressive Taylor. The video in question is all about pragmatics—aka the fine art of reading between the lines, catching sarcasm without blinking, and realizing that “Can you close the window?” probably isn’t a question about arm strength. If you’ve ever …

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Welcome to this easy-to-follow guide on how to use ChatGPT to learn languages! If you are interested in picking up a new language or practicing one you already know, ChatGPT can be a helpful and fun companion. This guide will walk you through everything, step-by-step, from understanding what ChatGPT is to how you can use …

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In today’s professional world, emails are more than just a way to communicate—they reflect your professionalism and attention to detail. Whether you’re coordinating with colleagues, communicating with clients, or following up on important tasks, the way you craft your emails can significantly impact how your message is received. However, despite the frequent use of emails …

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Ever found yourself in the middle of a conversation and realized you’re sprinkling the word “like” everywhere, as if you’re seasoning a salad? Or maybe you’ve caught yourself saying “literally” when nothing literal is happening at all? Don’t worry—you’re not alone. Filler words are like the comfy sweatpants of speech: they feel good to use, …

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