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For Job Seekers Over 40, Prioritizing Over Passion Is Key

Originally Published 8 days ago — by Business Insider

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An executive career coach advises job seekers over 40 to prioritize their '3 C's'—culture, compensation, and challenge—over passion, to better align with employer needs and avoid long-term unemployment. She emphasizes understanding personal priorities, solving urgent employer problems, and reframing the job search to focus on value and ROI, rather than just personal passion or goals.

Melinda French Gates' Microsoft Journey Began with an IBM Rejection

Originally Published 11 days ago — by Fortune

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Melinda French Gates credits a female IBM manager's advice to join Microsoft, which significantly shaped her career and wealth, highlighting the importance of taking bold career leaps and seeking advice from unlikely sources. The article also shares stories of other billionaires receiving inspiration from unexpected places, emphasizing the value of unconventional guidance in leadership and success.

Microsoft Experts Share Key Insights on AI's Future and How to Get Started

Originally Published 14 days ago — by Business Insider

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Four tech professionals share a simple but effective advice for breaking into AI: get hands-on experience by working on real-world projects, whether at work, through side projects, or freelance roles, to demonstrate practical skills and build a strong portfolio.

Lessons Learned from Returning to Work After Buying an Unnecessary Luxury Home

Originally Published 4 months ago — by Business Insider

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Sam Dogen, who retired early at 34, reflects on the mistakes he made, including buying an expensive home and retiring too soon, which affected his financial security. He advises testing living on a reduced income before retiring, working longer during bull markets to increase savings, and considering career moves to improve job satisfaction. His experience highlights the importance of careful planning and the emotional challenges of early retirement.

Accenture CEO Warns Against Accepting Unprepared for Big Job Offers

Originally Published 4 months ago — by Fortune

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Accenture CEO Julie Sweet shares her career journey, emphasizing the importance of confidence and seizing stretch roles when offered opportunities, regardless of doubts, to advance to leadership positions. She highlights that confidence, humility, and continuous learning are key to building effective teams and personal growth.

Google Exec Shares Tips for a Successful Career Pivot

Originally Published 5 months ago — by Business Insider

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Mira Lane from Google advises job seekers to gather extensive information, such as networking, internships, and research, before making a career pivot, especially amid workforce changes driven by AI advancements. She emphasizes the importance of reflection and feedback to ensure a fulfilling career transition.

How a $300K Amazon Job Was Secured with a Standout Résumé

Originally Published 1 year ago — by Business Insider

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Siddharth Kashiramka, a product manager at Amazon, reflects on the résumé that helped him secure a $300,000 job, noting three regrets: using third-person language, exceeding one page, and making grammatical errors. Despite these issues, his résumé effectively highlighted his impact, summarized his unique contributions, and optimized for application tracking systems. Kashiramka emphasizes the importance of a polished résumé in the hiring process, sharing insights for future job seekers.