Too Good to Be True? How to Spot a Job Scam Before It’s Too Late

We get it, when a job offer lands in your inbox with great pay, flexible hours, and zero interviews, it can feel like you just hit the jackpot. But if it sounds too good to be true… it probably is.

By Lisa Slater
Lisa Slater Marketing & Events Coordinator
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Post-Interview Tips to Boost Your Chances of Getting Hired

So, you’ve just completed an interview for an exciting job opportunity. What happens next? In this article, we will explore three things you can do after a job interview to improve your chances of getting hired. 

Take A Deep Breath

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Work For An International Organization With The G Visa

Looking for a way to work in the US without relying on the H-1B lottery? If you’re an international student or professional employed by a qualifying international organization such as the UN, WHO, or WTO, the G visa could be …

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How To Tap Into the Hidden Job Market

In this episode, I break down what people call “the hidden job market” and why I don’t think it’s actually hidden. I share real examples from LinkedIn, Slack, and group chats to illustrate how jobs are often shared outside of …

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What Matters Most to Today’s Job Seekers? According to Fairygodboss Members, It’s These 4 Things

What do job seekers prioritize in their job search? Today’s market is volatile, to say the least, and many of us have changing wants and needs. Of course, the hiring process is also constantly in flux.

That’s why we checked …

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What to Do if You Didn’t Have an Internship This Summer

Summer internships are often considered valuable stepping stones for building a successful career; however, not securing an internship does not mean your summer has to be unproductive, wasted, or thought of as a failure. Rather, there are plenty of other …

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