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Founder of Work It DAILY. I left Corporate America to become an advocate for YOU, the worker. Tweets & threads about workplace, job search, & career topics.
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Here's how to avoid sounding 'fake' or 'corny' in your next job interview, says career expert of 15 years Original

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By J.T. O'Donnell, J T O'Donnell
| CNBC Verified
When preparing for a job interview, it's important to look for ways to stand out from your competition. Unfortunately, many candidates fall short because they end up saying cliches such as "I'm so excited about your company's mission" or "I'm ready to take on more responsibilities" or "I'm extremely passionate about the work" — without going any further. They wrongly think that these are all things hiring managers want to hear.
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5 resume mistakes that can make you look like a narcissist: 'You might not get a callback,' says career expert Original

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By J.T. O'Donnell, J T O'Donnell
| CNBC Verified
Resume trends have changed dramatically in the past few years. Not only are recruiters' expectations higher, but they also have less time. They want resumes that will paint a picture of your background and skills — in six seconds or less. They also want to know a bit about who you are as a person, which can often be reflected in your resume.
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'Ghosted' after a job interview? Here's a sample follow-up email—and what to do if you still don't hear back

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By J.T. O'Donnell, J T O'Donnell
| CNBC Verified
When you've gone through an extensive job interview and don't hear back from the recruiter or hiring manager after several follow-up emails, you've been "ghosted." It's easy to lose hope and confidence when this happens. For many job seekers, the experience is so frustrating that they tend to make things worse by sending one — or several — angry emails. But a nasty, confrontational note is the wrong approach.
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