Have you studied or worked abroad during your degree? Do you have linguistic and intercultural skills? Then you are a Global Graduate! Find out how and why to use this to your advantage in your career, and how to find - or create! - your dream job.
Carolyn Feuille: "Ten Keys to Working Effectively with Europeans"Real Change
The document provides tips for working successfully in Europe. It recommends gaining knowledge of European cultures, recognizing diversity across countries, establishing relationships which are important for business, and adapting one's style to different cultural norms. The document stresses developing intercultural competence to increase success by learning about power distances, decision making processes, and balancing corporate vs local cultures.
Trans fusion conference creative skillset rsa dec 2013 Open Badges DigitalME
1. The document discusses Open Badges, a web standard for recognizing skills, and announces the TransFUSION Conference on December 4th in London to discuss reimagining credentials.
2. It promotes the Badge The UK initiative to create a new skills currency for young people to connect to employment and education opportunities through partnerships, design tools, and a badge issuing and displaying platform.
3. The goal is to have 4,000 schools, 75,000 students, and 10,000 teachers participate in issuing and showcasing badges to help link schooling to opportunities beyond.
The document describes an escape room business called Real Escape Room located in Bucharest, Romania. It offers 5 unique escape room experiences where groups of 2-6 people have 60 minutes to solve puzzles and clues to escape the room. It also has a terrace, social area, and hosts events to provide an alternative and unique entertainment experience. Over 350,000 people have experienced their escape rooms worldwide.
This one-day seminar in Amsterdam costs 790 Euro and provides an introduction to the cultural differences between Dutch and Russian business practices. Participants will learn how values shape behaviors and influence negotiations. Through case studies and exercises, attendees can minimize cross-cultural conflicts and accelerate effectiveness when collaborating with counterparts. The seminar methodology uses real-life examples to apply extensive research on cultural dimensions. Cancellation policies charge fees for withdrawing within 3 weeks of the start date.
Grand Duchess Charlotte was a beloved monarch who symbolized Luxembourg's resistance during World War II. She went into exile during the German occupation and encouraged her people to resist from London. After the war, she helped reconstruct Luxembourg and played a key role in the formation of the Benelux alliance. Jean-Claude Biver is the CEO of Hublot and a citizen of the world. He describes different cities through their unique qualities and emphasizes the importance of relationships, ethics, authenticity and passion in business. 360Crossmedia is an innovative communication agency known for its high performance and ability to deliver impressive projects, like a full website or magazine, within tight deadlines.
This document provides information about Business and Football, a conference and networking platform that connects the business and sports industries. It is run by Ramón Calderón, a lawyer and former president of Real Madrid, and Arnar F. Reynisson, a former professional handball player and marketing director. The conference explores topics like leadership, team building, motivation, and how sports serve as an effective training lab for these skills. Past events have attracted over 450 guests from business and sports. The organization aims to host valuable events for professionals and create opportunities for sponsors.
Carolyn Feuille: "Ten Keys to Working Effectively with Europeans"Real Change
The document provides tips for working successfully in Europe. It recommends gaining knowledge of European cultures, recognizing diversity across countries, establishing relationships which are important for business, and adapting one's style to different cultural norms. The document stresses developing intercultural competence to increase success by learning about power distances, decision making processes, and balancing corporate vs local cultures.
Trans fusion conference creative skillset rsa dec 2013 Open Badges DigitalME
1. The document discusses Open Badges, a web standard for recognizing skills, and announces the TransFUSION Conference on December 4th in London to discuss reimagining credentials.
2. It promotes the Badge The UK initiative to create a new skills currency for young people to connect to employment and education opportunities through partnerships, design tools, and a badge issuing and displaying platform.
3. The goal is to have 4,000 schools, 75,000 students, and 10,000 teachers participate in issuing and showcasing badges to help link schooling to opportunities beyond.
The document describes an escape room business called Real Escape Room located in Bucharest, Romania. It offers 5 unique escape room experiences where groups of 2-6 people have 60 minutes to solve puzzles and clues to escape the room. It also has a terrace, social area, and hosts events to provide an alternative and unique entertainment experience. Over 350,000 people have experienced their escape rooms worldwide.
This one-day seminar in Amsterdam costs 790 Euro and provides an introduction to the cultural differences between Dutch and Russian business practices. Participants will learn how values shape behaviors and influence negotiations. Through case studies and exercises, attendees can minimize cross-cultural conflicts and accelerate effectiveness when collaborating with counterparts. The seminar methodology uses real-life examples to apply extensive research on cultural dimensions. Cancellation policies charge fees for withdrawing within 3 weeks of the start date.
Grand Duchess Charlotte was a beloved monarch who symbolized Luxembourg's resistance during World War II. She went into exile during the German occupation and encouraged her people to resist from London. After the war, she helped reconstruct Luxembourg and played a key role in the formation of the Benelux alliance. Jean-Claude Biver is the CEO of Hublot and a citizen of the world. He describes different cities through their unique qualities and emphasizes the importance of relationships, ethics, authenticity and passion in business. 360Crossmedia is an innovative communication agency known for its high performance and ability to deliver impressive projects, like a full website or magazine, within tight deadlines.
This document provides information about Business and Football, a conference and networking platform that connects the business and sports industries. It is run by Ramón Calderón, a lawyer and former president of Real Madrid, and Arnar F. Reynisson, a former professional handball player and marketing director. The conference explores topics like leadership, team building, motivation, and how sports serve as an effective training lab for these skills. Past events have attracted over 450 guests from business and sports. The organization aims to host valuable events for professionals and create opportunities for sponsors.
"The strategic importance to the UK of increasing the international experience of UK graduates." A talk given by Lizzie Fane, Founder of ThirdYearAbroad.com, to the Modern Languages APPG in the House of Lords, January 2016.
1) The document discusses how studying or working abroad can provide experiences and skills that help students become entrepreneurs, such as solving problems they encountered, developing language skills, and gaining intercultural understanding.
2) Several examples are given of companies started by students who studied abroad, including travel companies, language services, summer programs, tour guiding, and businesses providing services to those living or owning property abroad.
3) The document encourages students to consider how their time abroad could provide the basis for a business idea and directs readers to a website for additional resources on entrepreneurship.
This document discusses developing a global mindset for entrepreneurs. It provides information about an upcoming class on global entrepreneurship being taught in Recife, Brazil. The class will have 4 more sessions over the next few weeks and will cover topics like international experience and careers, international IQ, social networks and collaboration for entrepreneurs globally. Students are reminded that attendance and homework will count towards their grade. They are also advised to form groups and start working on an upcoming team project that is due at the end of the month.
Creating Killer Ad Creative For Private Schools & Summer CampsOur Kids Media
How do you differentiate your private school or summer camp from all the 'others'? Regardless of if you advertise or not, parents will build a perception of your school brand.
What type of creative ads work best at connecting with your target audience and getting them to take action? This presentation features private school ad campaigns that have proven to generate excellent results. From gathering insights to determining strategy to developing compelling, unique and relevant materials, this presentation has everything you need to know about creative advertising.
Originally presented at the Our Kids Marketing Academy Lunch & Learn by Gayle Akler of SparkPlug Marketing & Communications. More presentations and on demand webinars available at http://www.ourkidsmedia.com/marketing
International experience is important for careers for several reasons:
1. It allows you to spot new business opportunities around the world and identify ideas that could be transferred to new markets.
2. Building an international network is critical for opportunities that may arise through word-of-mouth. Contacts abroad can become business partners or clients.
3. Travel develops valuable skills like cultural awareness, adaptability, communication skills, and independence that are attractive to employers.
1. The document discusses the concept of success from different perspectives, noting that it can mean pursuing one's passions, following one's own path, overcoming obstacles, treating people well, excelling in multiple areas of life, and leaving the world a better place.
2. Success is difficult to define but requires a positive self-concept, clearly defined goals, hard work, and a willingness to take risks. It is important to determine one's own personal definition of success in order to know what goals to work towards each day.
3. Daily progress towards goals can bring a person closer to their ultimate success, so it is important to focus on the process rather than just the end result. Having a personal definition
Exprenza study abroad private limited, Kochi, Kerala is an overseas educational consultancy incorporated in 2014. Engaged in overseas admission, university selection, visa assistance for students. Students can study without IELTS and finish their Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in European countries. Exprenza also prepares the visa application and post landing assistance for students.
Visit our website for more information
www.exprenza.com
This document contains information about the Spanish language, Latin American economies, studying languages at Queen's University in Belfast and the University of Ulster, and career opportunities for language graduates. It discusses how Spanish is the second most spoken language globally and the expected growth of Latin American economies in 2012. It provides details on degree programs that combine languages with other subjects at the two universities and testimonials from graduates who pursued careers in various fields like marketing, tourism, comedy, and public relations.
How to Talk to Employers about Your Study Abroad ExperienceNicolle Merrill
The document provides advice on how students can leverage their study abroad experience when job searching. It recommends that students plan activities abroad that develop skills employers value, such as leadership, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. Students should reflect on how these activities helped them grow and create stories that show rather than tell about their experiences. By translating their skills into language employers understand, students can impress hiring managers and make their study abroad experience stand out in a competitive job market.
Chloe O'Brien is applying to IE University's masters program in marketing. She has a unique global perspective from spending time in 5 countries and traveling to 19 nations. She has an undergraduate degree focused on culture, history, and languages in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. Chloe is passionate about the travel and fashion industries and has work experience curating marketing campaigns. She aims to leverage her cultural knowledge and marketing skills to work in strategic marketing roles, particularly for Latin American campaigns. Chloe believes she will contribute valuable global and industry insights to the international IE community.
AIESEC Jordan Exchange Promotional Bookletjunyatan
This document provides information about volunteering abroad opportunities through AIESEC's Crossroads Programme. It outlines the various project areas volunteers can work in, such as community development, entrepreneurship, cultural education and environmental issues. Locations span over 110 countries. Benefits of volunteering include personal and professional development, generating direct community impact, broadening one's global perspective, and gaining practical work experience. The application process and fees are also described.
The document outlines an agenda for a workshop on bringing the world together. It discusses Up with People, a nonprofit that offers a 6-month global education program to young people. The summary discusses Up with People's mission, operations, challenges with internal and external communications, and a proposed external communication plan for Europe.
Curious about how to work abroad? You have more options than ever before. Find your path to an adventurous global career.
Slides from 8/18 workshop. www.globalmeschool.com
1a dokuz eylul university izmir int week 2013 starterSander Janssens
This document provides information about a business and economics school in the Netherlands called Windesheim University of Applied Sciences. It offers 87 study programs across various departments to over 21,500 students. The school emphasizes practice-oriented education. The document also introduces a lecturer, Sander Janssens, who has 18 years of international marketing experience and coordinates several international business courses. These courses cover topics like cultural stereotypes, values, branding, positioning across cultures. A sample course schedule is provided that involves group work analyzing different European cultures and developing culturally appropriate branding and advertising concepts.
Talent mobility within the European Unioncareerloft
careerloft and the Goethe Institute Barcelona attended the European Youth Event EYE in May 2014 in Strasbourg. This event featured hundreds of activities grouped around five themes: youth unemployment, digital revolution, future of the European Union, sustainability as well as European values. The event had around 5,000 participants, 200 speakers and dozens of supporting partners and youth associations – and in the middle of all this: a dozen Spanish and German students that joined our project on talent mobility (Link zu Artikel vom November). We spoke about our ideas for talent mobility within the EU, so that young talents with the right skills find the job that fits them.
We accompany organizations in their international development, while taking into account cross cultural aspects, well beyond language programs which are also part of our services.
We also manage preparations to successful expatriations and impatriations and teach in Master Programs in Business Schools and Universities.
Contact us via www.aidemo.com
Language interpretation services in English, Spanish and French. Other language options can be arranged. We coordinate business meetings, events and workshops, and conversational Spanish lessons with a taste of Spain.
ILSC Business Greystone college brochureiamprosperous
Greystone College offers business programs in Vancouver that provide students with career-focused qualifications. The Advanced Diploma in Business Administration program allows students to take individual certificates or complete the diploma over 40 weeks. It provides a foundation in business administration and prepares students for future studies or careers. The Diploma in International Business Management program also takes 40 weeks and gives students an understanding of essential business management skills in a global context. It includes options for an academic program or co-op program, where students can gain unpaid work experience in international business.
International Schools Magazine Spring Autumn 2015Joanne Walker
This document summarizes an issue of the magazine "International School" from Spring/Autumn 2015. It features articles on various international schools celebrating anniversaries, including the 50th anniversary of Nagoya International School in Japan. It also advertises OpenApply, a cloud-based student admissions and enrollment platform, and promotes studying in Switzerland at the International University in Geneva.
"The strategic importance to the UK of increasing the international experience of UK graduates." A talk given by Lizzie Fane, Founder of ThirdYearAbroad.com, to the Modern Languages APPG in the House of Lords, January 2016.
1) The document discusses how studying or working abroad can provide experiences and skills that help students become entrepreneurs, such as solving problems they encountered, developing language skills, and gaining intercultural understanding.
2) Several examples are given of companies started by students who studied abroad, including travel companies, language services, summer programs, tour guiding, and businesses providing services to those living or owning property abroad.
3) The document encourages students to consider how their time abroad could provide the basis for a business idea and directs readers to a website for additional resources on entrepreneurship.
This document discusses developing a global mindset for entrepreneurs. It provides information about an upcoming class on global entrepreneurship being taught in Recife, Brazil. The class will have 4 more sessions over the next few weeks and will cover topics like international experience and careers, international IQ, social networks and collaboration for entrepreneurs globally. Students are reminded that attendance and homework will count towards their grade. They are also advised to form groups and start working on an upcoming team project that is due at the end of the month.
Creating Killer Ad Creative For Private Schools & Summer CampsOur Kids Media
How do you differentiate your private school or summer camp from all the 'others'? Regardless of if you advertise or not, parents will build a perception of your school brand.
What type of creative ads work best at connecting with your target audience and getting them to take action? This presentation features private school ad campaigns that have proven to generate excellent results. From gathering insights to determining strategy to developing compelling, unique and relevant materials, this presentation has everything you need to know about creative advertising.
Originally presented at the Our Kids Marketing Academy Lunch & Learn by Gayle Akler of SparkPlug Marketing & Communications. More presentations and on demand webinars available at http://www.ourkidsmedia.com/marketing
International experience is important for careers for several reasons:
1. It allows you to spot new business opportunities around the world and identify ideas that could be transferred to new markets.
2. Building an international network is critical for opportunities that may arise through word-of-mouth. Contacts abroad can become business partners or clients.
3. Travel develops valuable skills like cultural awareness, adaptability, communication skills, and independence that are attractive to employers.
1. The document discusses the concept of success from different perspectives, noting that it can mean pursuing one's passions, following one's own path, overcoming obstacles, treating people well, excelling in multiple areas of life, and leaving the world a better place.
2. Success is difficult to define but requires a positive self-concept, clearly defined goals, hard work, and a willingness to take risks. It is important to determine one's own personal definition of success in order to know what goals to work towards each day.
3. Daily progress towards goals can bring a person closer to their ultimate success, so it is important to focus on the process rather than just the end result. Having a personal definition
Exprenza study abroad private limited, Kochi, Kerala is an overseas educational consultancy incorporated in 2014. Engaged in overseas admission, university selection, visa assistance for students. Students can study without IELTS and finish their Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in European countries. Exprenza also prepares the visa application and post landing assistance for students.
Visit our website for more information
www.exprenza.com
This document contains information about the Spanish language, Latin American economies, studying languages at Queen's University in Belfast and the University of Ulster, and career opportunities for language graduates. It discusses how Spanish is the second most spoken language globally and the expected growth of Latin American economies in 2012. It provides details on degree programs that combine languages with other subjects at the two universities and testimonials from graduates who pursued careers in various fields like marketing, tourism, comedy, and public relations.
How to Talk to Employers about Your Study Abroad ExperienceNicolle Merrill
The document provides advice on how students can leverage their study abroad experience when job searching. It recommends that students plan activities abroad that develop skills employers value, such as leadership, problem-solving, communication, and teamwork. Students should reflect on how these activities helped them grow and create stories that show rather than tell about their experiences. By translating their skills into language employers understand, students can impress hiring managers and make their study abroad experience stand out in a competitive job market.
Chloe O'Brien is applying to IE University's masters program in marketing. She has a unique global perspective from spending time in 5 countries and traveling to 19 nations. She has an undergraduate degree focused on culture, history, and languages in Spain, Portugal, and Latin America. Chloe is passionate about the travel and fashion industries and has work experience curating marketing campaigns. She aims to leverage her cultural knowledge and marketing skills to work in strategic marketing roles, particularly for Latin American campaigns. Chloe believes she will contribute valuable global and industry insights to the international IE community.
AIESEC Jordan Exchange Promotional Bookletjunyatan
This document provides information about volunteering abroad opportunities through AIESEC's Crossroads Programme. It outlines the various project areas volunteers can work in, such as community development, entrepreneurship, cultural education and environmental issues. Locations span over 110 countries. Benefits of volunteering include personal and professional development, generating direct community impact, broadening one's global perspective, and gaining practical work experience. The application process and fees are also described.
The document outlines an agenda for a workshop on bringing the world together. It discusses Up with People, a nonprofit that offers a 6-month global education program to young people. The summary discusses Up with People's mission, operations, challenges with internal and external communications, and a proposed external communication plan for Europe.
Curious about how to work abroad? You have more options than ever before. Find your path to an adventurous global career.
Slides from 8/18 workshop. www.globalmeschool.com
1a dokuz eylul university izmir int week 2013 starterSander Janssens
This document provides information about a business and economics school in the Netherlands called Windesheim University of Applied Sciences. It offers 87 study programs across various departments to over 21,500 students. The school emphasizes practice-oriented education. The document also introduces a lecturer, Sander Janssens, who has 18 years of international marketing experience and coordinates several international business courses. These courses cover topics like cultural stereotypes, values, branding, positioning across cultures. A sample course schedule is provided that involves group work analyzing different European cultures and developing culturally appropriate branding and advertising concepts.
Talent mobility within the European Unioncareerloft
careerloft and the Goethe Institute Barcelona attended the European Youth Event EYE in May 2014 in Strasbourg. This event featured hundreds of activities grouped around five themes: youth unemployment, digital revolution, future of the European Union, sustainability as well as European values. The event had around 5,000 participants, 200 speakers and dozens of supporting partners and youth associations – and in the middle of all this: a dozen Spanish and German students that joined our project on talent mobility (Link zu Artikel vom November). We spoke about our ideas for talent mobility within the EU, so that young talents with the right skills find the job that fits them.
We accompany organizations in their international development, while taking into account cross cultural aspects, well beyond language programs which are also part of our services.
We also manage preparations to successful expatriations and impatriations and teach in Master Programs in Business Schools and Universities.
Contact us via www.aidemo.com
Language interpretation services in English, Spanish and French. Other language options can be arranged. We coordinate business meetings, events and workshops, and conversational Spanish lessons with a taste of Spain.
ILSC Business Greystone college brochureiamprosperous
Greystone College offers business programs in Vancouver that provide students with career-focused qualifications. The Advanced Diploma in Business Administration program allows students to take individual certificates or complete the diploma over 40 weeks. It provides a foundation in business administration and prepares students for future studies or careers. The Diploma in International Business Management program also takes 40 weeks and gives students an understanding of essential business management skills in a global context. It includes options for an academic program or co-op program, where students can gain unpaid work experience in international business.
International Schools Magazine Spring Autumn 2015Joanne Walker
This document summarizes an issue of the magazine "International School" from Spring/Autumn 2015. It features articles on various international schools celebrating anniversaries, including the 50th anniversary of Nagoya International School in Japan. It also advertises OpenApply, a cloud-based student admissions and enrollment platform, and promotes studying in Switzerland at the International University in Geneva.
From Blog to Business: turning your hobbies into your careerThirdYearAbroad.com
This document provides advice on turning hobbies into a business or career by starting a blog. It outlines 6 steps: 1) find a passion, 2) start creating content by writing, reviewing, photographing or videoing, 3) choose a name, 4) start a blog, 5) promote through social media, and 6) monetize the blog through advertising or affiliate links. An example is given of a food blogger who turned his hobby into a freelance journalism career through his blog and social media presence. Overall, the document encourages exploring personal interests as potential business ideas and provides tips for launching a blog as a first step.
Valuing the Year Abroad - ThirdYearAbroad.com presentationThirdYearAbroad.com
This document discusses the benefits of using social media to promote a campaign collecting graduate case studies about the value of a year abroad. It lists 3 benefits: reaching people not in email databases, posts being seen by many due to average social media user followings, and targeting particular groups. The questions asked of graduates are provided, focusing on their year abroad experience, how it helped career-wise, and how skills were used beyond employment. An example case study response is given highlighting the immeasurable value of the experience. Readers are directed to the website for more information and the best case studies.
The document describes experiences from individuals who completed a year abroad during their language degree. It highlights how the year abroad provided benefits such as improved language skills, cultural awareness, confidence, and independence that enhanced employability and career opportunities.
So you're a year 9 Italian student. Why did you choose Italian? Is it worth continuing through GCSEs, A Levels and University? What's involved in studying languages at university? What's the year abroad like? What careers are there for Italian graduates? Get all the information first-hand from Lizzie Fane, Founder of the year abroad support network ThirdYearAbroad.com.
Find out how to make the most of your opportunity to study or work abroad during your degree course - advice and tips from the team at ThirdYearAbroad.com.
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IT Career Hacks Navigate the Tech Jungle with a RoadmapBase Camp
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This webinar showcases resume styles and the elements that go into building your resume. Every job application requires unique skills, and this session will show you how to improve your resume to match the jobs to which you are applying. Additionally, we will discuss cover letters and learn about ideas to include. Every job application requires unique skills so learn ways to give you the best chance of success when applying for a new position. Learn how to take advantage of all the features when uploading a job application to a company’s applicant tracking system.
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This webinar is an in-depth review of the interview process. Preparation is a key element to acing an interview. Learn the best approaches from the initial phone screen to the face-to-face meeting with the hiring manager. You will hear great answers to several standard questions, including the dreaded “Tell Me About Yourself”.
4. 79% of employers say
knowledge of intercultural skills and
other cultures is more important than
degree classification.
!
(Martin Davidson, CE, British Council)
5. “The value of international experience
goes beyond purely the acquisition of
language – it lies in the ability to see
business and personal issues from other
than your own cultural perspective."
!
(Charles Macleod, Head of UK
Resourcing for PricewaterhouseCoopers)
10. What have you done?
!
Blog? Journal? Make a list of your:
• Travels and adventures
• Clubs and societies
• Extracurricular activities
• Studying + working
• Au pairing + volunteering
11. Now is the time to fill the
gaps in your experience!
Leadership? Finance?
Teamwork?
Make the most of your free
time.
18. Career opportunities in…
• International Organisations spread
around the world
• Global organisations based in the UK
• UK companies with clients/customers
in your year abroad destination/
speaking your language(s)
• Smaller companies which you can help
to generate business abroad
22. Writing your CV
• Put your year abroad on a pedestal!
• Include your ‘global skills’ near the
top
• Don’t forget your bar work & au
pairing - these are valued!
• Tailor your application per employer!
23. What to pick out…
• Impressive challenges
• Communication successes
• Intercultural understanding
• Increased confidence & independence
• Evidence that you’ve made your own
decisions
• Things you can talk about with happy
enthusiasm: interviewers are HUMAN!
24. Fears
• Are my language skills good enough?
• Paperwork?
• High standard?
• Relocation?
31. Solving a problem you’ve experienced
ThirdYearAbroad.com -
The UK’s biggest
network of students who
study or work abroad
during their degree.
32. Travel
Gadabouting.com founded by Dominic Eden, 24, uses photos,
videos, stories and events to inspire people to book a trip
through their network of independent specialist travel agents.
33. Language Barriers and Language Skills
ClaireLGrant.co.uk – Claire, 23,
translates texts from French,
Italian and Spanish into English
and is available as an interpreter
for business meetings and
conferences.
34. Social Media & Technology
Applingua.com Founded by Rob Lo Bue,
26, provides hassle-free app translations.
36. Culture
RAWFrance.com, Founded by Rachel Hackett, 22, is a
champagne house tour guiding company located where
Rachel spent her year abroad.
37. Starting a Business Abroad
MyFamilyAbroad.com arranges for volunteer language
assistants to live with Spanish families in Madrid, Spain,
to help the families with their English.
38. Understanding your Target Market
Packed Munches is a service which sends monthly
munch boxes of British food to people studying
abroad.
39.
40. You have amazing skills!
Go out there and
show them off
to find a job that
inspires you!