No one looking for a job wants to hear, "we only hire from our pool of volunteers." Yet many non-profits will tell that to applicants inquiring about open positions. This isn't necessarily bad. First, by volunteering with the organization you have an opportunity to make sure it really is a good fit. Second, it will … Continue reading Volunteering
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Most of us are taught by our parents and teachers to think for ourselves. Many of us are taught to question when requests are illegal, impractical or illogical. No one explains that when you enter the work force, you ought to throw most of that advice out the window. You need to show you can … Continue reading Jump the hoops