Feeling the pressure of a career change or simply looking to highlight your transferable skills? You're not alone. Every employer seeks a candidate who not only excels in the role but also fits seamlessly into their team. This article zeroes in on the key: demonstrating your ability to meet, and exceed, the specific requirements of the job posting. While employers have their fixed criteria, your mission is to bridge the gap between your qualifications and their needs. Now, if you're venturing into a completely different industry, that might feel daunting – but it doesn't have to be.

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Pretend you’re in a car, driving on the highway, and a warning light flashes on the dashboard. Going 85 mph in the fast lane, you can’t do much to address the warning light. But you become aware that something needs your attention and make a mental note to address it once you’ve stopped the car. We need to approach our biases and the emotional charge that comes with them, in the same way we approach servicing a warning light.

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Every workplace has its culture, and even if you’ve only been there a day, there are telltale signs you can start to pick up on that reveal the toxicity level. It’s important to check in with yourself to determine if the culture aligns with your values and how to navigate through a high or low toxicity rating according to your internal compass.

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The changing foliage, crisp air, and controversial pumpkin spice lattes tell us fall is here. So, whether you're gleefully sharpening your pumpkin carving tools or bemoaning the sun for feeling distant, we can all acknowledge the practicality of warm and fuzzy during this time. It's sweater weather, after all. So why deny yourself the cozy, warm security of a sweater?

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