"Most job applicants work hard to make a great first impression during their initial interview...

"The next time you’re standing at the edge of a scenic cliff or on top of a waterfall, take care before snapping a quick selfie...

"Employers will look for you to demonstrate listening skills during job interviews...

"In her winning speech, [Ramona] Smith used a body-language technique she learned from a previous speaking champion: keeping her palms facing out toward the audience...

"Practicing "active listening" is a good way to improve your listening skills...

"But for us little guys — the companies who hire dozens instead of hundreds; the start ups looking to change the world with team members who are equal parts talented and passionate; the tribes where each new person immediately sends ripples through the culture — we read every cover letter, and make our interview decisions based on them...

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