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Ellen Glover Ellen Glover
Updated on April 15, 2024

A Designer’s Survival Guide to Economic Uncertainty

With a recession looming, here’s how designers can adapt and thrive.

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Dawn Kawamoto Dawn Kawamoto
Updated on April 12, 2024

How to Decline a Job Offer

Politely rejecting a job offer without burning bridges takes finesse. Career experts at Zynga, Amazon and top universities offer tips on how to navigate your “no.”

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Lisa Bertagnoli Lisa Bertagnoli
Updated on April 12, 2024

What to Wear to a Job Interview

Think polished and professional — plus outfit suggestions from the pros.

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Kerry Halladay Kerry Halladay
Updated on April 12, 2024

Unclear Job Description? Here’s What You Should Do.

A guide for navigating a poorly written job description.

Cheryl Hyatt Cheryl Hyatt
Updated on April 12, 2024

Why Patience Is the Job Search Superpower You Need

Patience can help you make it through the long months it takes to find not just any job, but a good job.

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Dawn Kawamoto Dawn Kawamoto
Updated on April 12, 2024

Ask These Questions to Find Out If a Company Values Women in Leadership

These observations and questions aim to provide insight into whether the companies you’re interviewing with value women in leadership roles.

Dawn Kawamoto Dawn Kawamoto
Updated on April 11, 2024

How to Ask for a Letter of Recommendation (With Templates)

Take these tips from career experts and hiring managers on who and how to ask for a letter of recommendation.

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Alexandria Jacobson Alexandria Jacobson
Updated on April 09, 2024

20 Good Questions to Ask in an Interview

When interviewing with a potential employer, the questions you ask are just as important as the answers you give.

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Jeff Rumage Jeff Rumage
Updated on April 08, 2024

What to Do If Your Job Offer Is Rescinded

Don’t take it too personally or seek vengeance on social media.

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