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Published May 29, 2020

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Jordan Harbinger and Gabriel Mizrahi address the delicate balance between financial priorities and personal goals, delve into strategic job hunting during tough times, navigate the intricacies of coping with family trauma, and provide practical strategies for overcoming language learning obstacles, with a focus on mastering German.
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  • Job Strategies

    Navigating the job market can be daunting, especially during uncertain times. emphasizes the importance of maintaining financial stability while job hunting. He suggests setting deadlines for securing employment and considering flexible jobs like restaurant work to ensure a steady income 1. Additionally, advises tailoring resumes to each job application, using specific keywords to catch recruiters' attention 2.

    Your communications degree seems applicable and it could set you up to future sales roles, or you can try and get a retail sales associate position, which could also lead to future sales positions.

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    For those struggling with career direction, suggests exploring trades or pursuing further education if it aligns with one's passion 3.

       

    Trade Opportunities

    Exploring trades as a career option offers stability and potential for growth. recommends shadowing professionals in various trades to gauge interest before committing. He highlights the benefits of trades, such as stable work, good pay, and the potential to become one's own boss 4.

    The guy who installs reverse osmosis water filters in our neighborhood is busy seven days a week. He makes multiple six figures, and the only reason he doesn't earn more and work less is because he's the most disorganized human being that I've ever met in my life.

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    However, he cautions against choosing a trade solely for financial reasons, emphasizing the importance of enjoying one's work for long-term satisfaction.

       

    Resume Gaps

    Addressing gaps in a resume can be challenging, but offers practical advice. He suggests acknowledging gaps due to personal reasons like health, without delving into specifics, to reassure potential employers 2. Confidence and conciseness in explaining these gaps can prevent them from becoming red flags during interviews.

    The more confident and concise you make this point, that assures the interview that the gap is not a big deal, and they will continue the interview process normally.

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    adds that pursuing a passion, such as a master's in public health, can be a more fulfilling path than scrambling for jobs that don't align with one's interests.

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