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There are several factors that contribute to making your office somewhere you want to go to everyday. While a lot of it is (hopefully) the work that you are doing, a significant part of it is also the company culture, the office environment, and the various perks that your workplace offers that make you feel valued. These factors are intermingled, but it’s important to not get them confused. Sometimes, companies can provide superficial perks in lieu of building out a robust and supportive culture.

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There are several factors that contribute to making your office somewhere you want to go to everyday. While a lot of it is (hopefully) the […]

Almost every candidate believes they should get the job, but putting the "why" into words isn't as easy as it seems. At some point in the interview process, the hiring manager is likely to ask, “Why should we hire you?” Your answer to this key question could be the difference between getting the job and losing out to someone else.

How to answer why should we hire you

Here at Scouted, we totally understand that sometimes jobs don't turn out the way we thought they would. Or career paths, for that matter. So what should you do if you’re on a career path that’s not a great fit for you?

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Asking for a raise can be really stressful, and many people avoid the conversation simply because they are afraid of upsetting their boss or having the awkward conversation. But the fact of the matter is, it is crucial to bring it up and advocate for yourself, especially if your company doesn’t have an annual review process in which cost of living raises are usually offered. Asking for a raise in your current company and role can also be crucial in terms of earning more money down the line when you switch companies or look for new roles. To take at least some of the stress out of the conversation, here are our top tips for how to prepare for and ask for a raise.

How to ask for a raise

That being said, in this blog, I’ll do my best to explain what the first year of working at a startup is really like. I’ll throw in some insights, tips & tricks, and a few anecdotes to provide the most accurate and holistic view of my first year working at Scouted.

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Tips for How to Respond to a Job Rejection Email

How to Respond to A Job Rejection Email

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Sometimes not hearing anything at all can feel even worse than getting a job rejection email. Candidates often assume that they're being "ghosted" because they weren't a good fit for the position. But more often than not, it’s not the candidate’s fault that the employer is taking so long to respond. There’s a lot of working behind the scenes that goes into hiring that might take longer than a candidate expects. Rather than refresh your inbox every few minutes, quell some of those job search fears by remembering some of these factors that could delay hearing back from a prospective employer.

Youre getting ghosted job search

How and when do you leave a company so it doesn’t hurt your chances at landing the next job?

How long should you stay at a job

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