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Taking a thoughtful approach to the job search process

Does starting a job search fill you with fear? Have you taken roles in the past that you’ve regretted?
November 02, 2020

Does starting a job search fill you with fear? Have you taken roles in the past that you’ve regretted?

When a recruiter or interviewer asks you the question – ‘What are you looking for?’ – do you draw a blank?

I’ve been working long enough to have been through dozens of job interview loops myself. While I think I am pretty good at the process, I have still found myself not ready to answer the ‘What do you want from your next role?’ question.

I’ve also been a hiring manager long enough to have performed hundreds of interviews and seen all levels of answers to similar questions.

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