This week’s money mood: Landing the dream job

We’re in the middle of what’s being called the “Great Resignation.” Over the last few months, millions of people have left their jobs in search of companies that will give them more of what they want — from flexible work policies to more money to better work-life balance. (Heck yes.)

Others are still searching for employment after losing their jobs or being forced out of them during the pandemic — and with extended unemployment benefits on their way out next month, that search may be more urgent than ever.

If you’re looking for a new role (or thinking about it 👀), this week’s newsletter is for you.

Rooting for you,

Deedi Brown, she/her
Senior Editor

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Refresh your resume, LinkedIn, and cover letter

Your application is basically window dressing for your career. If you’re revving up for a fresh job hunt, here’s how you can revamp your profiles.

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Practice, practice, practice

You don’t have to have the gift of gab to win over your job interviewer; all you need is a little prep (remember, preparation = confidence). Here are some tips on how to crush it in the interview room.

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The story that connects the dots between where you are and where you’re trying to go professionally. It’s made up of all the talking points you lean on when you’re introducing yourself, networking, applying, and interviewing.

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Drive a hard bargain

You have more power than you realize in the negotiation room. Sign up for our next live workshop on negotiation and learn how to own your power — and use it to get what you want when you sit down at the table.

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Journal prompt: Set some career intentions

When’s the last time you made some career resolutions? You don’t have to wait until the New Year. Summer is winding down — which could make this the perfect time to sit down and reevaluate your career path. Here are some questions to help you journal it out:

Am I where I want to be?
If so, what does growth look like for me? And if not, what changes do I need to make to get to where I want to be?
What are three actionable steps I can take this month to start making my intentions a reality?

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This week’s newsletter was proofread by Brand Copywriter Tasbeeh Herwees while thinking about the latest episode of White Lotus. Forward it to your friends who deserve a tropical vacation.

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💸 Money Cheat Sheet: Landing Your Dream Job

This week’s money mood: Landing the dream job

Refresh your resume, LinkedIn, and cover letter

Practice, practice, practice

per∙son∙al narr∙a∙tive

Drive a hard bargain

Journal prompt: Set some career intentions

Last chance for 10% off

There’s more career help where that came from.

This week’s newsletter was proofread by Brand Copywriter Tasbeeh Herwees while thinking about the latest episode of White Lotus. Forward it to your friends who deserve a tropical vacation.

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