It's official. On Monday I'll be starting my new job as the Senior Recruitment Lead for the Black Professionals in Technology Network.
A Toronto Startup that is helping to expand the representation and equity of Black People in Tech. Worldwide bur with an emphasis in Toronto.
I'll still be helping you in your career with advice, gems, fireside chats, all that. I'll still be recruiting and connecting people with jobs. Just with a much bigger platform. Thank you to everyone who supported me.
This is a dream job. The alignment and fit is crazy.
We have a cool ass virtual networking event coming up next month (free) that will have speakers and plenty opportunity to meet with employers who are hiring like Salesforce, Paid, WealthSimple, RBC and bare startups.
Here's a trailer:
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If you're looking for a Remote Job that allows you to work ANYWHERE in the world. Here's a list of 100 Fully Remote Companies that hire everywhere across the globe.
1. GitLab – DevOps platform.
2. Automattic – Creator of WordPress
3. Zapier – Automation tool for connecting apps.
4. Buffer – Social media management.
5. Toptal – Freelance talent marketplace.
6. Doist – Creators of Todoist and Twist.
7. InVision – Digital product design platform.
8. Hotjar – Analytics and feedback tool for websites.
If you're looking for a job in Tech, I urge you to explore opportunities in Non-Tech sectors.
While everyone is eyeing jobs at big tech companies, there’s a growing demand for tech talent in mature industries that many wouldn’t typically consider
Many traditional industries are undergoing massive business transformations.
What does this mean?
These industries are gearing up to implement cutting-edge technology like AI, automation, full virtualization, and more.
If you're using ChatGPT to write your cover letter I am BEGGING you to do two things.
1. Tell ChatGPT to make sure the Cover Letter ISNT Yappy and for it to sound Human without sacrificing Professionalism. This will remove that AI sounding Fluff.
2. Please tell it to change up the sentence structure. Human beings are very inconsistent with their sentence lengths. It changes as the paragraph goes on.
Copy and Paste the JD into ChatGPT and use this prompt:
As a Job Hopper, I was never afraid of an Interviewer asking me about my Job Hopping.
I actually looked forward to it.
I always had to prepare myself for how to answer questions as to why I did.
Here’s what I would say and I invite you to use this script for your own benefit.
“Throughout my career, each transition has been a strategic step, chosen not just for the role itself, but for the unique opportunities and challenges it presented for personal and professional growth.
For example, moving from a tech startup to a non-profit allowed me to leverage my technical skills in a completely new context, broadening my problem-solving abilities and understanding of diverse organizational cultures.
You got the interview because you’re qualified. Now your job in the interview is to appear confident, reliable and MEMORABLE. Here are the top 5 ways to ensure you stand out in the hiring manager’s mind:
1. When asked "tell me about yourself" use a unique identifier and a unique verb
Example: I consider myself a flexible solution finder. I began as a curious coder, crafting user experiences. Beyond product strategy, I'm an avid scuba diver, finding creativity in serenity.
2. Say why you want the role but also why you deserve it
Why you want it = motivation
Why you deserve it = evidence (examples from your work experience)
I've observed a concerning trend among us where many of us tend to misclassify our work experience, thereby diminishing our career journeys and accomplishments.
I want to share a quick PSA and give some game to let everyone know that if you have more than 3 years of experience in your career, you should no longer consider yourself as a Junior.
Whether you're a Developer, Recruiter, Project Manager, or Analyst, if you believed you fell under the Junior category, it's time to readjust your perception because you're actually at an Intermediate level.