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How to Send a Cold Email for an Interview: Best Practices for Reaching Out to Employers

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How to Send a Cold Email for an Interview: Best Practices for Reaching Out to Employers The traditional job application process has significant limitations. You submit your resume through online portals, hoping it reaches the right person, but often your application disappears into what many call the “resume black hole.” This passive approach puts you […]

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A diagram titled 'Translating Academic Experience to Business Value' on a teal background. The center poses the question 'How to translate academic experience into business value?' with four directional arrows pointing to different categories: Academic Projects (highlight problem-solving and results to showcase analytical skills), Research Papers (emphasize research methods and findings to demonstrate analytical capabilities), Team Assignments (focus on collaboration and leadership to illustrate teamwork skills), and Classroom Learning (showcase relevant coursework and technical skills to highlight expertise). The Wayfinder Coaching logo appears at the bottom of the image.

Career Coaching for Recent Graduates: Bypass Job Boards, Reach Hiring Managers

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Career Coaching for Recent Graduates: Bypass Job Boards, Reach Hiring Managers Graduating from college marks an exciting transition. Yet many new graduates struggle to land their first professional role. The conventional approach of submitting applications through job boards often leads to frustration and silence. A more effective strategy exists. Direct outreach to hiring managers offers

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Visual summary of the 3 essential components for job search success: Applications, LinkedIn visibility, and Networking. Each element reinforces the others to build momentum and unlock hidden opportunities.

The Only Job Search Strategy That Actually Works in 2025

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The Only Job Search Strategy That Actually Works in 2025 Most people don’t fail their job search because they’re lazy. Their failure stems from using a flawed game plan. In their view, a job search involves submitting many applications, keeping their fingers crossed, and relying on a system to deliver results. They think tweaking a

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