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Ken1drick t1_j6o368x wrote
Reply to comment by Live_Move_4831 in LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
This is true for beginners only I think
When you have enough experience people reach out to you constantly on LinkedIn
I changed jobs early january and got like 15 recruiters coming to me since then. I did update my job/company on linkedin.
Averen t1_j6o365m wrote
Reply to LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
What types of jobs are you qualified for with a Master of Arts degree?
Aunt_Anne t1_j6o33l6 wrote
Reply to LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
I had better experience going directly to the company website and applying directly rather than going through an of the big online job factories. Job fairs are a better source too.
Inside-Depth-8757 t1_j6o31jt wrote
Reply to comment by Vic_O22 in LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
A great list, also use your linkedin profile. Connect with people in your target sector Create content, either demonstrate your knowledge Reach out to recruiters and hopefully they'll add you to their mailing lists
Realistic0ptimist t1_j6o2iub wrote
Reply to LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
My last two jobs came from LinkedIn job posts so it is useful if done correctly. My biggest piece of advice is to apply to companies where a person is looking at the resume not an automated system.
The way you know the difference? If you can direct send a resume versus filling out a profile with all your information on it
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Reply to comment by [deleted] in LPT: Don't get in ANY car that randomly offers you a ride by Mindraker
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John_EightThirtyTwo t1_j6o1uvx wrote
Reply to comment by [deleted] in LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
>Apply to ~100 jobs and you’ll hear back from ~5% of them.
That's five jobs.
has strong applied-math skills
rnason t1_j6o1tsh wrote
Reply to comment by hopefullylastone in LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
A lot of students aren't told that. You get told to " chase your dreams"
XvideoIsBetterThanOF t1_j6o16vm wrote
Reply to comment by necrid101 in LPT: Don't get in ANY car that randomly offers you a ride by Mindraker
LPT : Don't forget to breathe, unless you're underwater.
RegalBeagleKegels t1_j6o0y53 wrote
Reply to comment by HouAngelesDodgeStro in LPT: Cut your pepperoni's by jjveld
I funnel it into the middle and use it for dip
CasualObservationist t1_j6o0v91 wrote
[deleted] OP t1_j6o0l1x wrote
Reply to comment by _lcll_ in LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
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HouAngelesDodgeStro t1_j6nzzja wrote
Reply to comment by RegalBeagleKegels in LPT: Cut your pepperoni's by jjveld
Just be prepared for the extra grease if you use cheddar like I did once.
SailboatAB t1_j6nzy1h wrote
I write down a lot of stuff. But I'm plagued by people asking me to recall it off the top of my head. I tell them "Just a moment, I have notes," and the invariable answer is, "Oh no, don't bother, just off the top of your head/whatever you remember."
The idiots never seem aware that I write things down specifically so that I don't have to carry them around in my head constantly.
RegalBeagleKegels t1_j6nzudg wrote
Reply to comment by HouAngelesDodgeStro in LPT: Cut your pepperoni's by jjveld
>Can even add on some extra cheese if you want.
Mandatory for frozen zza's
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Reply to comment by Blue_Osiris1 in LPT: Cut your pepperoni's by jjveld
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Vic_O22 t1_j6nzmxt wrote
Reply to LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
- Make sure your profile and resume are free of errors. Have it checked by somebody else with the right experience. Double-check again.
- Avoid using popular templates which get used by many applicants. Try to create a light spin-off of a template you liked for your resume. Or create something from scratch.
- Connect with as many HR representatives/Talent Acquisition specialists as possible. Reach out to those that work in a field of your interest, let them know you're open to job offers. Some HR reps may be open to give some advice (e.g. tips to improve your resume, tip what skill to gain to be hired at their company), but not all.
- Connect to as many like-minded professionals as you are comfortable.
- Make sure there's nothing compromising/dubious on the internet with your name+surname, or on your FB, Insta, etc. accounts.
- Network, network, network. Online and personally. Build your reputation as a trustworthy, dedicated, curious, enthusiastic young talent who is looking for an opportunity to contribute to the team/boss/etc. Someday someone may be willing to recommend you for some job position/post about you on their profile/etc.
- Never stop trying.
HouAngelesDodgeStro t1_j6nzkvx wrote
Reply to LPT: Cut your pepperoni's by jjveld
The real pro tip is to just add extra pepperoni before you cook it. Buy one of those little packs, and just add a few on to any frozen pizza right before cooking. Can even add on some extra cheese if you want.
I always sprinkle some oregano and basil on it before cooking too, and maybe brush the outer edge with a bit of garlic butter.
twohedwlf t1_j6nzj1k wrote
Reply to LPT: Cut your pepperoni's by jjveld
But then you don't have the nice big tasty pepperonis. Just sad little pepperoni pieces.
suffraghetti t1_j6nzii6 wrote
Reply to LPT: You can clean out the dishwasher spray arms in your dishwasher. Food and other items can get in them and clog it up, causing it to not clean efficiently. by JainaW
Yeah, and I had a flooded kitchen just because of this two days ago! Your dishwasher wants some TLC!
SweetCosmicPope t1_j6nz7a7 wrote
Reply to LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
I think it helps to know what kind of field you're in to know what kind of job volumes are out there. Less jobs, means more competition and it's largely going to be a waiting game. Myself, I work in IT, so I can apply for about a hundred jobs a week if I need to.
Do you have work experience or just education?
What helped me when I was starting out was having a functional resume. It's all about psychology. You want to put your education, certifications, skills, etc at the top of the resume. Put your work experience at the bottom. Keywords are important, as well. That will get it through the automated filtering they use. When someone gets eyes on it, the studies show that after about the first 3rd of a page, people lose interest. If you can get their attention with all the good stuff early on in the resume, they'll have already decided they want to interview you by the time they get to your sparse work history.
It's probably a little late, but if you had an internship you should have/hopefully did make some connections. Some companies will offer jobs to interns after their program is over. If not, it's time to start cashing in on those connections and reaching out to folks and offering yourself up for service.
[deleted] OP t1_j6nz5pw wrote
Reply to comment by AMooreDoughnutz in LPT Request: I am a recent gradute looking for work. It seems applying for jobs on sites like LinkedIn is a lost cause. by [deleted]
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matlockpowerslacks t1_j6nz3pb wrote
Reply to comment by RepulsiveSorbet1553 in LPT: Don't break out small or corner windows if you lock your keys in your car. by Bailmage
You would keep the battery with the fob if it doesn't have the option to turn it off.
Lithium cells will last unused for 10 years.
kaboom5497 t1_j6nyrru wrote
Reply to comment by PaxMortisAeternum in LPT: If you are considering learning a musical instrument or learning to sing, I highly recommend also learning the basics of a piano. Knowing your way around a keyboard will help you understand what you're doing on all other instruments and while singing. by BellyScratchFTW
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ggsnr t1_j6o3f3h wrote
Reply to LPT Request: How to spend less time talking about myself or my own personal stories to people in awkward social settings? by Apondfrog
90% of our communication is non verbal or some shit. Just listen, you don’t always have to be talking. The quietest person in the room can be the most outgoing, you truly never know some people just don’t want to talk