Let’s be honest: just seeing the word “networking” makes most of us want to cringe. It brings up images of crowded rooms, awkward small talk, fake smiles, and the uncomfortable feeling of “schmoozing” people to ask for a favor. It feels transactional, inauthentic, and, for many of us, it’s a living nightmare. So, we avoid … Read more
There it is. The first question in 9 out of 10 interviews, and it’s the one that makes your stomach drop. “So,” the interviewer says, leaning back, “tell me about yourself.” Your mind goes completely blank. What do they want to hear? Your life story? A 10-minute recap of your resume? Your hobbies? This isn’t … Read more
You’ve perfected your resume. You’ve tailored the keywords. You’re about to hit “submit,” and then you see it: the “Optional: Upload Cover Letter” button. Your heart sinks. “Does anyone even read these?” you wonder. You’ve heard the myth a hundred times: “Recruiters just throw them away.” So you either skip it or, worse, you upload … Read more
You’re in the hot seat. The interview is going well, and then the hiring manager leans forward and says those dreaded words: “Tell me about a time when you…” Your mind goes blank. You start to ramble, you can’t remember a good example, and you end your story with “…so, yeah, I guess we all … Read more
You’ve done it. You found the perfect job posting online. You fit every qualification, you have the right experience, and you know you could do the job better than anyone. You upload your resume—the same one that got you great jobs in your home country—and you hit “submit.” And then… silence. Nothing. Not even a … Read more