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Managing Expectations and Overcoming Ghosting
How to handle employer silence and manage your expectations when not receiving feedback after applications or interviews Job hunting is...
Amy Leighton
Dec 18, 20242 min read
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Effective Communication with Potential Employers
Best practices for maintaining communication and following up after applications and interviews. You know the scenario: you send out...
amy Leighton
Dec 10, 20242 min read
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Building a Network Without Political Connections
How to develop professional relationships from scratch in a politically charged city like Washington, D.C. Considering how fiery the...
Amy Leighton
Dec 3, 20242 min read
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Standing Out in a Competitive D.C. Job Market
Creative ways to differentiate yourself in high-volume application environments like Washington, D.C. Working in D.C. is one of the most...
Amy Leighton
Nov 26, 20242 min read
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Highlighting Transferable Skills Over Traditional Credentials
How to emphasize valuable transferable skills, even when your background doesn’t perfectly match a job’s credential requirements. When...
Amy Leighton
Nov 19, 20242 min read
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Decoding Vague Job Descriptions: Tips for Interpreting Unclear Job Postings and Customizing Your Resume and Cover Letter Accordingly
Have you ever stumbled upon what appeared to be a dream job only to be disappointed by the job description given with the posting? Maybe...
Amy Leighton
Nov 12, 20242 min read
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