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Finance 101: The guide to Wallstreet jobs

Finance 101: The Guide to Jobs in the Finance World

Learn about different ways to enter the finance industry, how to understand the basic lingo, and figuring out whether it's the right path for you! When we first started chatting with college students and recent…

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Check out the blog to learn more about what a chief of staff does, what skills make a great chief of staff, and why you might want to become one yourself.

What Does a Chief of Staff Do?

“Chief of Staff” (CoS) sounds like an ambiguous role - and it is. But don’t let that keep you from considering the position. CoS roles can be used as a stepping stone – a great…

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We’ve Rebranded: A Note From Our CEO

A note from the CEO: We often get asked, out of all the businesses we *could* have created, why did we create a platform that helps people get jobs?  The short answer?  Because a person’s…

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5 Tips for Working at a Startup

5 Tips for Working at a Startup

Working for a startup is no cakewalk, but it is very fun! Startups are risky, fast-paced and constantly changing, and as a result, startup jobs are hard.  People who work for small companies can be…

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We wrote a blog that we hope will help you choose between multiple job offers, keeping in mind all the variables that come into play.

How to Choose Between Two Job Offers

With unemployment near historic lows, it is a seller’s market when it comes to looking for a new job. There’s a good chance that while you’re on the job hunt, you might have multiple job…

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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?’

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,…

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10 Startups we're excited about this month

10 Startups We’re Excited About This Month

Startup jobs are becoming more and more popular, not just among Scouted candidates, but job-seekers everywhere. The idea of getting your hands dirty, wearing multiple hats while simultaneously learning valuable skills, and making a difference…

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The scouted virtual interview

The Scouted Virtual Interview Is Now Optional

Here at Scouted, we’ve always believed that you’re more than your resume. And that foundational value has driven how we’ve built our entire company, platform, and product. That’s why we give you the opportunity to…

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If you’re still wondering what's happening with your job/job search/the world in general, we’ve come up with a list of suggested first steps for you to take during this transition. Hopefully, they’ll provide some direction and clarity and be helpful to you in the days to come.

COVID-19 and Your Career: What Are Your Next Steps?

Today, most of us are sitting down to our computers just beginning this work from home transition, all the while COVID-19 email updates stream in from companies we love (and some we forgot about) and…

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There are many reasons why a hiring manager is almost guaranteed to ask you this during your next job interview. First, they might want to tell whether or not you’re likely to hop from one job to the next. In their book, is the reason you’re choosing to leave valid? They may also (and rightly so) want to know if you left voluntarily, “asked” to leave, or fired. And then besides your reason for why you left, they may also want to get a feel for how you left. The way an employee leaves a job can tell a lot about who they are when they don’t care what people think of them anymore. Ever hear a good storming out story? Entertaining, sure. Not so great for interviews, though.

How to Talk About Why You’re Leaving Your Old Company

First of all… Why do employers ask, “Why did you leave your last job?” There are many reasons why a hiring manager is almost guaranteed to ask you this during your next job interview. First, they might…

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