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		<title>Using ChatGPT for preparing your resume &#8211; Here are the best prompts!</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Bill Pearsons]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 18 Jul 2023 03:04:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Your resume is your chance to leave a killer first impression on potential employers and demonstrate why you’re the best fit for a job. It should be well-crafted, compelling, and be able to highlight your skills, achievements, and career aspirations effectively.</p>



<p>Enter ChatGPT—the revolutionary NLP-based generative technology that can create high-converting and tailored content to make you stand out from a pool of candidates.</p>



<p>Candidates searching for a boost from technology are in luck, but ChatGPT and other AI solutions aren&#8217;t 100% accurate; they do the best job they can with the information they&#8217;re given, but it&#8217;s up to the job seeker to provide the appropriate inputs and adjust the outputs accordingly.&nbsp;</p>



<p>In this article, we&#8217;ll look at how you can leverage ChatGPT to create hard-hitting and customized resume prompts to highlight your unique strengths, achievements, and experiences. I have taken these insights from my learnings I gathered while appearing for the <a href="https://prepfully.com/interview-guides/google-tpm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Google Technical Program Manager Interview</a>. We&#8217;ll also provide a list of prompts you can use to craft the perfect resume for every job you apply for.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to Craft Effective ChatGPT Resume Prompts?</h2>



<p>Here&#8217;s 3 tips to help you write your prompts for success:</p>



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<li><strong>Be Specific</strong></li>
</ol>



<p>Tailor your prompts to the role you&#8217;re applying for. This ensures that the content you generate highlights your relevant skills and experiences for that particular position.&nbsp;</p>



<p>For example, instead of a generic prompt like &#8220;As a marketing specialist, provide me with three concise bullet points that highlight my skills and achievements,&#8221; you could feed the following prompt to ChatGPT:</p>



<p>&#8220;<em>Based on my experience in digital marketing and social media management, create three bullet points that demonstrate my ability to drive engagement and increase brand awareness using platforms like Facebook, Instagram, and Google Ads</em>.&#8221;</p>



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<li><strong>Personalize Your Prompts</strong></li>
</ol>



<p>Customize the prompts to reflect your unique circumstances and personality. You can specify the tone of voice you want ChatGPT to use, provide keywords to incorporate, or set a word count limit. For instance, you might use the following prompt:</p>



<p>&#8220;<em>Write in a professional and concise manner, while keeping the response within 100 words</em>.&#8221;</p>



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<li><strong>Combine Multiple Prompts</strong></li>
</ol>



<p>Instead of relying on just one or two prompts, use a variety of prompts to generate a diverse range of responses that align with your specific career objectives.&nbsp;</p>



<p>For instance, ask ChatGPT to &#8220;<em>incorporate keywords like &#8220;leadership&#8221; and &#8220;collaborative mindset in your response&#8221; </em>to boost your standing as a strong leadership candidate.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Best ChatGPT Prompts to Prepare Your Resume</h2>



<p>Here is a list of prompts you can use for various purposes to get ChatGPT to produce desired results.&nbsp;</p>



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<li><strong>Ask ChatGPT to Generate Keywords for Your Desired Role</strong></li>
</ol>



<p>&#8220;I&#8217;m sharing a job posting I want to apply for. I want you to provide me with a list of keywords or skills from the job description.&#8221;&nbsp;</p>



<p>OR</p>



<p>&#8220;List the 5 most important keywords that I should include in my [insert role] resume for applicant tracking systems.&#8221;</p>



<p>Once it comes up with a list of keywords, you can share your resume and instruct ChatGPT to check if the desired keywords are present in <a href="https://www.jobdescriptions.net/how-to-write-a-one-page-resume-that-stands-out-from-the-crowd/">your resume</a>.</p>



<p>&#8220;Here is my resume. Check if all the above-mentioned&nbsp; keywords and skills are present on my resume. Suggest any improvements or edits.&#8221;</p>



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<li><strong>Ask ChatGPT to Write a Professional Summary</strong></li>
</ol>



<p><em>&#8220;I&#8217;m sharing a job description of a role I&#8217;m interested in applying for. Create a powerful professional summary that showcases my skills and experiences relevant to the role. Keep it shorter than 500 words. [Copy/paste the job description here]</em></p>



<p>OR&nbsp;</p>



<p>Share the final draft of your resume and ask ChatGPT to summarize it.</p>



<p><em>&#8220;Create a powerful professional summary based on my resume below. Emphasize my unique selling points, my skills, and highlight my achievements in past X roles.&#8221; [Copy/paste your resume here]</em></p>



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<li><strong>Have ChatGPT Make your Resume more Actionable </strong></li>
</ol>



<p><em>&#8220;Based on this job responsibilities for a [insert job title] at [company], write 3-5 actionable bullet points highlighting my achievements in past [insert job title] roles. Use metrics to show impact. [Copy/paste your achievements here]&#8221;</em></p>



<p>OR</p>



<p><em>&#8220;Write 3 crisp resume bullet points for a [TITLE] position that showcase my relevant skills. incorporate keywords like &#8220;X&#8221; and &#8220;Y&#8221; to show alignment with the role.&#8221;</em></p>



<p>OR</p>



<p><em>&#8220;Here is the experience section of my resume. Can you make it more actionable and crisp?&#8221;</em></p>



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<li><strong>Have ChatGPT Review Your Resume</strong></li>
</ol>



<p><em>&#8220;I&#8217;m going to provide you with a job description a company has posted. I want you to read the job description and identify the key requirements for the position, including the desired years of experience, required skill sets, and the qualifications. After that, I will share my resume with you, and your task will be to review it and provide necessary feedback regarding how well my resume aligns with the job requirements. Do you understand?&#8221;</em></p>



<p>Once ChatGPT responds, share the job description and your resume.</p>



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<li><strong>Have ChatGPT Proofread Your Resume</strong></li>
</ol>



<p><em>&#8220;Here is my resume. Can you proofread it and provide feedback on grammar, punctuation, and overall readability.&#8221;</em></p>



<p>OR&nbsp;</p>



<p><em>&#8220;I&#8217;ve updated my resume and would like your input on its content and structure. Could you review it and offer any suggestions for improvement?</em></p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3 Points to Remember When Using AI to Craft Your Resume</h2>



<p>Let&#8217;s face it, using Generative AI can be a game-changer when it comes to crafting an impeccable resume. Yes, you can leverage the power of AI to quickly put together an actionable resume but tread with caution; it&#8217;s not an alternative for actual work. Which is why you need to adopt best ChatGPT practices to churn the best possible content relevant to the role you&#8217;re applying for.</p>



<p>Here are 3 points to keep in mind:</p>



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<li><strong>First and foremost, customize your resume for different jobs</strong></li>
</ol>



<p>Sure, AI can quickly generate a generic, one-size-fits-all resume, but it might not effectively showcase your unique skills, experience, and personality. It will not always consider the specific context of the job or industry you&#8217;re applying to.&nbsp;</p>



<p>You need to ensure that you customize your resume for each job you apply for, emphasizing the qualifications and attributes that are most relevant to that specific position. Conduct individual research on the company and industry to come up with industry-relevant keywords and specific phrases to grab maximum eyeballs.</p>



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<li><strong>Next, review your resume thoroughly</strong>&nbsp;</li>
</ol>



<p>While <a href="https://www.nvidia.com/en-us/glossary/data-science/generative-ai/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Generative AI</a> saves time and effort, don&#8217;t neglect the importance of thorough review. AI may misinterpret your input or generate content that is factually incorrect or erroneous. Take the extra step to ensure your resume is error-free. Trust me, you don&#8217;t want to accidently mislead your interviewers.</p>



<p>Any output you copy from ChatGPT, make sure to carefully proofread and edit, tweaking it as required to make your resume content foolproof. Take the time to verify that you truly have the expertise that ChatGPT says you do, and pay attention to details such as spelling, sentences, punctuation, and overall clarity.</p>



<ol class="wp-block-list" start="3">
<li><strong>Don&#8217;t completely rely on technology</strong></li>
</ol>



<p>Yes, AI is a helpful tool, but it can&#8217;t give your resume a human personality or make it compelling. You still need to incorporate your unique personal touch and ingenuity to distinguish yourself from the competition.</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.jobdescriptions.net/best-chatgpt-prompts-preparing-your-resume/">Using ChatGPT for preparing your resume &#8211; Here are the best prompts!</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.jobdescriptions.net">Job Descriptions</a>.</p>
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		<title>3 Tips For Integrating Renewable Energy Into Your Business</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Bill Pearsons]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Tue, 31 Jan 2023 17:25:04 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>If you have your own business that you want to exemplify your devotion to conservation and taking care of the world around you and that you’ll ultimately leave to your children, there are all kinds of ways that you can go about doing this. One thing that you might want to look into is integrating more renewable energy into your business.</p>



<p>If this is something that you’re interested in but haven’t put into practice yet, here are three tips for <a href="https://www.dxpe.com/industries/renewables/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">integrating renewable energy</a> into your business. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Figure Out Where Your Energy Comes From</h2>



<p>Before you hope to make any strides toward integrating more renewable energy or other resources into your business, you should first take some time to figure out where your energy is coming from now.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Depending on the type of business you’re running and where you’re operating out of, you might already be using some form of renewable energy for parts of your business. By digging into this, you can learn where you might want to focus more of your efforts or where you should be pulling back from so that you can get your company closer to your own renewable energy goals.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Keep in mind, also, that you don’t have to make it a goal to use all renewable energy by this year. Because making these changes can take time and a lot of planning and adjustments with infrastructure, trying to <a href="https://hbr.org/2017/01/energy-strategy-for-the-c-suite" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">get a certain percentage of your energy usage to come from renewable resources</a> within a number of years is usually the best way to go about it. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Invest In More Renewable Energy</h2>



<p>For some people and companies, there might not be easy access to renewable energy sources based on where you’re located.</p>



<p>If this is the case for you, one thing you can look to do is to <a href="https://sustainabilitymag.com/net-zero/companies-key-to-achieving-affordable-clean-energy-for-all-sustainable-development-goals-un-sdg" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">invest some of your profits into renewable energy</a> and the building up of those resources and infrastructure in your area. While it’s pretty easy to put solar panels on a building, if you’re wanting to use wind energy or hydropower, you may not be able to get these things started all on your own. But by <a href="https://www.jobdescriptions.net/how-can-smart-investing-in-the-stock-market-help-realize-some-financial-goals/">investing in companies</a> who are doing this, you’ll get closer to being able to use this energy to fuel your business needs. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Work With Businesses Who Value Renewable Energy</h2>



<p>Another thing that you can do when trying to use more renewable energy as part of your business is to work with other businesses who value this same thing. It’s only by making big changes for a lot of different businesses that <a href="https://www.nature.org/en-us/what-we-do/our-insights/perspectives/clean-green-renewable-energy-buildout/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">real progress will be made with renewable energy</a>, so giving your support to businesses who are in this game with you can go a long way. </p>



<p>If you want to use more renewable energy resources as part of your business, consider using the tips mentioned above to help you in doing this.&nbsp;</p>
<p>The post <a href="https://www.jobdescriptions.net/3-tips-for-integrating-renewable-energy-into-your-business/">3 Tips For Integrating Renewable Energy Into Your Business</a> appeared first on <a href="https://www.jobdescriptions.net">Job Descriptions</a>.</p>
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		<title>3 Things To Know Before Starting A Job On A Farm</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Bill Pearsons]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 16 Feb 2022 17:43:03 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>If you’ve been interested in working on a farm but have never had the chance to be employed in this type of enterprise, there are a few things you should know before you apply for a job and start working.&nbsp;</p>



<p>To help you be as prepared as possible for this type of work, here are three things to know before starting a <a href="https://www.jobdescriptions.net/signs-its-time-to-find-a-new-job/">job</a> on a farm. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="know-what-qualities-you-should-have"><strong>Know What Qualities You Should Have</strong></h2>



<p>Since you’ve never worked on a farm before, you aren’t going to have any experience that will be directly applicable to the type of work that is required to work on a farm. However, there’s a good chance that you’ll have a lot of the soft skills necessary to be a great farm employee.</p>



<p>There are certain qualities about a person that can make them more or less suited to work on a farm. Some of the best qualities that someone can have will include things like being strong and physically healthy, knowing how to work hard, having a willingness to learn and try new things, and <a href="https://farmandanimals.com/how-to-get-a-job-on-a-farm-with-no-experience/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">being an overall positive and agreeable person</a>. Along with these soft skills and personality traits, having any kind of knowledge working with plants, animals, or <a href="https://www.bobbyfordkubota.com/5-ways-to-prepare-your-utility-vehicle-for-winter/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">using machinery or utility vehicles</a> can also be beneficial to you, even if you haven’t done these things in a farm setting before.  </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="most-start-with-seasonal-work"><strong>Most Start With Seasonal Work</strong></h2>



<p>Unless you’ve been previously educated in farm work, there’s a good chance that your first foray into working on a farm will be in doing seasonal work.&nbsp;</p>



<p>When farms are their busiest, like during harvest time, they often need a lot of extra help that they may not need during other times of the year. So to help you get your foot in the door, looking for seasonal work can be a great idea. And, if you do well, there’s always a chance that your seasonal work could turn into something much more permanent. Or, at the very least, you’ll have gained some necessary experience. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="it-s-very-hard-to-take-days-off"><strong>It’s Very Hard To Take Days Off</strong></h2>



<p>Working on a farm is hard work. Not only is the work very physically demanding, but it’s very hard to take time off from a farm job. Because the <a href="https://www.cosmopolitan.com/career/a3614722/what-its-really-like-to-be-a-farmer/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">farming work never stops</a> and the animals or plants always need care and attention, you usually can’t just ask for days off here and there or take a vacation like with other careers. So before you start working in this field, just know that taking days off is going to be harder for you to plan and make happen. </p>



<p>If you’re wanting to start working on a farm for your career, consider using the tips mentioned above to help you prepare for and secure this type of work.&nbsp;</p>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Bill Pearsons]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Wed, 08 Dec 2021 16:36:17 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Surprisingly, 12 out of the 20 fastest growing careers in the US are in healthcare. There is an increasing demand for more healthcare workers at the moment, partly brought about by the global pandemic. As a result, recruiting teams have a very unique challenge of filling in those vacancies with the best healthcare workers in the world. <a href="https://www.kleinhersh.com/areas-of-expertises/healthcare/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Healthcare executive search firms</a> are using exceptional medical recruitment strategies to ensure the best candidates get the available healthcare jobs. Companies should ensure they engage, train, retain, motivate, reward and promote healthcare professionals they have recruited. Some of the tactics recruiters use to get candidates and place them in the jobs include;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Building a strong employer brand</strong></h2>



<p><strong><br></strong>Building a strong employer brand is a crucial recruiting resource because it will attract interest from candidates without any manual outreach. When your brand stands out, you will be able to reach hard-to-hire talent. When you build a great employer brand reputation, you will be the top choice for candidates. Candidates want a great salary, growth opportunities, unique benefits and a healthy culture. The recruiters ensure the benefits are promoted online in their social media pages to secure top healthcare talent.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Posting ads on medical niche job boards</strong></h2>



<p><strong><br></strong>Recruiters place their job adverts on mainstream and <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/2021/04/14/health/health-care-jobs.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">healthcare job</a> boards to access a wide pool of healthcare candidates. Posting on medical job boards helps recruiters to reach the specialists directly and find suitable candidates faster. Moreover, they use untapped channels such as hiring referrals, regular healthcare seminars attendees and runner-up candidates.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Using recruiting software</strong></h2>



<p><strong><br></strong>Recruiters can get the most out of group and team interviews through automated scheduling. Automated scheduling software allows the candidates to pick the interview times that work best for them, thus reducing time wastage. Many recruiters also create diverse panels for the interview in terms of ethnicity, age and gender. This enables the panellists to make less biased decisions and ensures that great talents do not go unnoticed.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Assessing the candidate’s soft skills</strong></h2>



<p><strong><br></strong><a href="https://www.jobdescriptions.net/7-outstanding-healthcare-support-jobs-for-a-fulfilling-career/">Healthcare professionals</a> must possess some soft skills such as great listening and communication skills. They also need to be able to work well under pressure and use a people-centred approach in their daily tasks and duties. Recruiters assess the candidates’ skills through scenario and behavioural questions and hire the best of the best. In scenario questions, the candidates explain what they would do if a hypothetical situation occurs. In behavioural questions, the candidates are asked to recall actions they took in past situations and how they resolved the situation. These types of questions can be used at the beginning of video interviews to get the best candidates faster.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>Conclusion</strong></h2>



<p><br>The recruitment of healthcare workers is becoming more competitive every day. The demand for more healthcare professionals like doctors, nurses and physicians in all areas is increasing. Recruiters use methods such as building their employer brand, posting ads on medical job boards, using recruiting software and assessing soft skills to place the best candidates in healthcare jobs. Therefore, they ensure top candidates are hired.</p>
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		<title>HR IQ: 9 Important HR Skills You Should Have</title>
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		<dc:creator><![CDATA[Bill Pearsons]]></dc:creator>
		<pubDate>Mon, 15 Jun 2020 13:44:00 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The human resources department of any organization&nbsp;is its backbone. If the people managing the system break down, nothing will work as it should.</p>



<p>A mismanaged or incompetent HR team can lead to the ruin of your company. Do you work in human resources or are you wondering how to get the most out of your team?</p>



<p>There are certain HR skills that you and the team need to have. Keeping reading for our list of nine essential HR skills and competences.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">The Humanity of the HR Team</h2>



<p>Being an excellent HR professional requires you to have a broad range of skills and attributes. Surely, many smart people with good intentions can struggle.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Just remember, these are all skills that can be worked on. Visit this link for the top&nbsp;<a href="https://clariongr.com/blog/phri-training-centers-in-lagos-port-harcourt-and-abuja-nigeria/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">PHRi training</a>&nbsp;in Nigeria.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Your List of Essential HR Skills</h2>



<p>Do you think you have what it takes for a successful HR professional?</p>



<p>Many of the same skills needed for HR are the same needed to be an effective leader. It should come as no surprise that many of the greatest leaders in business, politics, and other fields are the greatest at managing their human resources.</p>



<p>If you&#8217;re interested in this field, check out this human resources skills list. See where your strengths are and which aspects need improvement.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Soft Skills</h2>



<p>They are called <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbescoachescouncil/2019/01/22/15-soft-skills-you-need-to-succeed-when-entering-the-workforce/#6f967d4410ae" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">soft skills</a> but don&#8217;t let that name fool you. These are just as essential to a company as the foundation of the building itself. </p>



<p>Measuring one&#8217;s competency in these areas is less straight forward compared to other skill sets. However, they are things that can be worked on and taught.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Effective leadership will encourage the fostering of much-needed soft skills.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">1. Interpersonal Communication</h3>



<p>We&#8217;ll never be able to effectively work together if we can&#8217;t communicate. Despite how simple and obvious this seems, it can be a lot&nbsp;<a href="https://www.aib.edu.au/blog/communication/6-reasons-effective-communication-focus-business/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">easier said than done</a>.</p>



<p>Getting the message across one person or group to another isn&#8217;t always so simple. There can be a number of barriers in the way of this. An effective communicator HR can&nbsp;even help those around them to communicate better.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">2. Conflict Resolution</h3>



<p>They say that the best laid plans of mice and men often go awry. No matter what systems you have in place, mistakes happen, communication can break down, and misunderstandings occur.</p>



<p>This is particularly true when it comes to larger companies with numerous departments. What matters now is how you respond.</p>



<p>HR personnel needs to know how to identify problems as soon as they appear and find ways to solve them.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">3. Proactive Human Resource Skills</h3>



<p>Proactivity is one of the most important skills needed for HR departments. Proactively avoiding problems is just as, if not more, useful than being able to solve them.</p>



<p>Perhaps the best way to be proactive is to have a plan and to strategize. This is superior to reactive HR management that only acts to repair damage&nbsp;<em>after</em>&nbsp;the fact.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">4. Coaching and Mentoring</h3>



<p>No person is an island. People that are the most passionate about what they do aren&#8217;t content to just&nbsp;<em>do</em>&nbsp;it.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>



<p>Not only are you passing the tools of the trade along to other people, but you are also making yourself an invaluable asset to the company. Coaching and mentoring programs allow for the development and optimization of all the skills needed for an HR professional.</p>



<p>Remember, coaching itself is a skill that, in most cases, needs to be taught in order to master.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">5. Language Skills</h3>



<p>There are&nbsp;<a href="https://www.cgcc.edu/literacy/resources/four-basic-language-skills" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">four basic language skills</a>. Being an effective HR manager requires proficiency in all four areas.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Reading</h4>



<p>Reading is one of the most crucial language skills for HR. In this field, you will spend a significant portion of your day scouring our emails and documents.</p>



<p>You must be able to quickly capture the message and apply proactive critical thinking.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Listening</h4>



<p>This is the most basic of the four language skills. Generally, it&#8217;s how we begin to learn a given language.</p>



<p>You will be working with people face-to-face.&nbsp;Learning to be a&nbsp;good listener will improve your relationships and gives those around you a sense of trust.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Writing</h4>



<p>Reading emails is a big part of the job.&nbsp; But remember that you will probably have to respond to these. Plus, you&#8217;ll have to proactively send out a whole lot of more.</p>



<h4 class="wp-block-heading">Speaking</h4>



<p>Since communicating will often take place in person or over video chat. You will need to feel comfortable speaking.</p>



<p>Like any other leader, you need to effectively speak and be heard.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">6. Teamwork Makes the Dream Work</h3>



<p>Depending on your industry, the &#8216;team&#8217; could be a few people, it could be several dozen, or a few thousand.</p>



<p>Either way, getting on the same page and <a href="https://jobdescriptions.net/important-things-to-include-in-a-job-description-when-recruiting/">working together is key</a>. That means working with people from all backgrounds. A big part of your job will be making sure that they all work together fluidly.</p>



<p>Within the HR department itself, teamwork is important. Be sure that everyone understands the goal and knows their role.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Hard Skills</h2>



<p>Here are a couple of hard skills that should be on your HR skills list. Having a few of these on your resume will make you stand out from your competitors.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">7. Legal Knowledge</h3>



<p>Working knowledge of the law as it relates to human resource management is useful.</p>



<p>Understanding and knowing how to recognize possible legal issues will save you trouble down the line.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">8. Computer Skills</h3>



<p>You will be spending a lot of time in an office setting. In today&#8217;s world, you&#8217;ll be hardpressed to find a good job that doesn&#8217;t require a certain level of tech-savviness.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">9. Finances</h3>



<p>People don&#8217;t tend to relate financial issues with HR departments. However, they often deal with issues with payroll and benefits, for example.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">HR Professionals Are in High Demand</h2>



<p>HR management is crucial for any business. Expertise in this area is needed across the globe.&nbsp;If you are interested, be sure to develop your HR skills and highlight them in your curriculum.</p>



<p>Like this article? Visit our blog for more helpful content&nbsp;on&nbsp;career advancement and education.</p>
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		<pubDate>Sun, 24 May 2020 23:03:14 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The marijuana business is one of the <a href="https://jobdescriptions.net/unemployment-how-to-find-a-job/">fastest-growing job </a>markets in the US today. With annual sales in the billions, and more states legalizing medical and recreational marijuana usage, the cannabis industry is expected to create over <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://www.greenentrepreneur.com/article/309022" target="_blank">400,000 jobs</a> by 2021.</p>



<p>If you&#8217;re a job seeker looking at jobs within the marijuana field, working at a dispensary should be on your list of potential careers. How much do dispensary jobs make compared to others within the field? Let&#8217;s break it down.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Jobs Within the Marijuana Field</h2>



<p>Within every field, there is generally a myriad of opportunities that require different levels of education and experience. The marijuana industry is no different. Let&#8217;s take a look at the main positions you can expect to see when looking into this career field.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Grower</h3>



<p>A marijuana grower is responsible for growing the plants. This is one of the most sought after positions because it can be incredibly lucrative, but it&#8217;s also one that takes a lot of education and jumping through legal hoops, depending on the state you live in.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Budtender</h3>



<p>Budtenders are responsible for picking the strains to give medical marijuana patients and patient education. It requires a certain level of education, both in common medical ailments and the strains themselves.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Trimmer</h3>



<p>As the name implies, this job entails working with the plants grown by a grower. Most of these jobs are hourly wages that are fairly competitive.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Edibles Chef</h3>



<p>An edibles chef works with the plant to create lines of edibles for dispensaries. A culinary education of some sort is generally a prerequisite for this position.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Dispensary Owner/Operator</h3>



<p>A dispensary owner is one of the best paid and most sought after jobs within this field. A dispensary operator owns the facility where marijuana is sold in various forms, both <a href="https://www.nytimes.com/topic/subject/marijuana-and-medical-marijuana" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">medically</a> and recreationally.</p>



<h3 class="wp-block-heading">Dispensary Manager</h3>



<p>The manager of a dispensary manages the day to day operations of the facility. These jobs are often inside hires from those who have previously worked at the facility as trimmers or budtenders.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How Much Do Dispensary Jobs Make?</h2>



<p>Out of all these jobs, you&#8217;ll often find the highest <a href="https://www.hempstaff.com/marijuana-salaries" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">salaries</a>&nbsp;for those working within a dispensary. This is even more true when the same facility both grows and distributes the product.</p>



<p>Dispensary owners generally earn over one million annually, with some larger dispensary owners earning even more with between $10 and $20 million in sales.</p>



<p>The managers of these dispensaries earn, on average, between $60,000 and $150,000 annually, depending on the size of the facility.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Is Working in a Dispensary Right For You?</h2>



<p>If you&#8217;ve been wondering, &#8220;How much do dispensary jobs make and&nbsp;is it the right career move for me?&#8221;, hopefully this gave you a little insight into the opportunities within the field.</p>



<p>Remember, many of these jobs require some kind of education or training. If you&#8217;re looking to get into the marijuana field, you may need to be ready to start at the bottom and work your way up into this exciting field!</p>



<p>Looking for more information on different career fields? Check out the rest of the articles on this blog!</p>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 21 May 2020 22:10:16 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>The CDC reports that there were <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/nchs/fastats/injury.htm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">39.5 million cases</a> of injury or poisoning in the US in 2017.</p>



<p>Obviously, many of these will have been the fault of the injured person, or a freak accident of some kind. However, many others would have been the fault of some third party.</p>



<p>If you have suffered an injury due to the unlawful action or negligence of another party, you might be wondering how to go about getting financial compensation.</p>



<p>Read on as we look at how to file a personal injury claim.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">What Is a Personal Injury Claim?</h2>



<p>If someone else has deliberately or negligently <a href="https://jobdescriptions.net/3-major-employees-benefits-that-you-should-look-for-when-hunting-for-a-job/">caused you harm</a>, you can secure compensation from them through a personal injury claim. This includes injuries suffered on someone&#8217;s premises.</p>



<p>There are many different situations that might give rise to a personal injury claim. Some of the most common include:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Road accidents</li><li>Slip and fall incidents</li><li>Accidents at work</li></ul>



<p>Almost any action by a third party that causes you harm may, in theory, form the basis of a personal injury claim.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">How to File a Personal Injury Claim</h2>



<p>The first thing to do when an incident occurs is to inform the police. Fill out a detailed written report of the event and the harm you suffered. This will stand to you in later proceedings.</p>



<p>The first step when filing a personal injury claim is to inform both the court and the defendant of your intention to sue. The defendant will be the person who injured you.</p>



<p>There are certain documents to be submitted to the court before you can proceed with a claim. The most important of these will be a form known as a complaint or petition and will contain the facts of your case and the legal basis for your claim.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Things to Watch out For</h2>



<p>Personal injury claims can be tricky, especially if they go to court. Even if the facts of your case seem obvious, there are many legal devices that your opponents in the case could try to use to escape liability.</p>



<p>One common defense that arises <a href="https://plato.stanford.edu/entries/causation-law/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">relates to causation</a>. Many defendants will try to argue that conditions you developed from the accident (such as PTSD), were pre-existing. This will reduce your entitlement to compensation if it is successful.</p>



<p>The best way to manage the problems that arise in the course of a personal injury claim is to hire a competent lawyer. The practitioner you choose to hire should ideally have plenty of personal injury experience, along with a track record of securing good results for clients.</p>



<p><a href="https://www.4stateslaw.com" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">Johnson, Vorhees &amp; Martucci</a> are one of the best firms in the game when it comes to personal injury cases.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Getting the Justice You Deserve</h2>



<p>If you&#8217;ve suffered an injury, litigation might be the last thing on your mind. The stress of such an event can be considerable by itself, and you might wish to focus on your recovery.</p>



<p>However, to ensure that you can afford to get the care you need, a personal injury claim is the way to go.</p>



<p>Did you find this article useful? If so, be sure to have a look at some of our others! We post regular content on everything to do with careers and the job market.</p>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 May 2020 16:45:36 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>Mental struggles are common at all ages and social classes, especially in the workplace. And because everyone experiences mental <a href="https://jobdescriptions.net/unemployment-how-to-find-a-job/">struggles</a> at one point in life, it is your ability to deal with them that will determine how well you come out of the situation.</p>



<p>Fortunately, <a rel="noreferrer noopener" href="https://algarvegolf.holiday/" target="_blank">Algarve golf holidays</a> offer a perfect chance for those who want to disconnect from work and avoid extreme mental struggles.</p>



<p>The solution you choose for your mental challenges will depend on prevailing situations and resources available. Some of the actions will provide long term solutions while others help you to handle the tension prevailing at the moment. Here are excellent tips to help you cope with tough mental conditions at different instances in life. </p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. <strong>Acknowledge Their Existence</strong></h2>



<p>The first and most important step when dealing with a mental issue is to acknowledge its existence. This will help you to find a solution, especially one that is not escapist. Acknowledgment also enables you to get to the root of the problem and, therefore, find a lasting solution.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Learn about mental conditions and how to identify early signs. Most people will get into trouble because they are living in denial. Acknowledging helps you to develop a positive attitude, that is essential whenever you are looking for a solution.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>2. Seek Professional Help</strong></h2>



<p>The health profession has experts who dedicate their service to people experiencing mental challenges. The professionals have studied different conditions and identified ways of providing lasting and personalized solutions. They use tested solutions that will help you to prevent relapse and enable you to actualize your potential.</p>



<p>Counselors and therapists assess your situation to offer a comprehensive solution. Since they are experienced, they will consider the unique circumstances that would make your situation worse. The professionals walk with you through treatment to guarantee the best results.</p>



<p>Don&#8217;t forget that if you&#8217;re having issues, never hesitate to speak to someone in your Human Resources department.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading"><strong>3. Travel</strong></h2>



<p>Take time away from your normal schedule and travel to a relaxing destination. Travel comes with a psychological boost. It also makes you healthy and energetic enough to face tough situations.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Traveling does not have to attract huge expenses that would escalate the situation. Even a trip to your neighborhood park would be enough. Visit places that help you to relax and relieve all the mental pressure that could be piling in your head.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4. <strong>Relax</strong></h2>



<p>Check your schedule to see whether it allows you to relax. A fatigued body or mind will result in mental challenges, some of which will reduce your productivity. Set aside hours in your daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly schedule such that it leaves time for relaxation. Choose affordable methods of relaxation that will not push your budget high.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">5. <strong>Do Your Part</strong></h2>



<p>Mental challenges arise out of many causes, including failure to <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/onemind/2020/03/17/when-home-becomes-the-workplace-mental-health-and-remote-work/#275024371760" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">meet your obligations</a>. Other people may also fail you, leading you to unnecessary pressure. However, it is relaxing and rewarding to discover that you have done your part. You will enjoy peace of mind and protection against unnecessary mental pressure. </p>



<p>Mental issues should be solved as early as possible. Find natural solutions to avoid becoming reliant on medication. Protect yourself from situations that would escalate your situation to an uncontrollable level.&nbsp;</p>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 18 May 2020 13:45:19 +0000</pubDate>
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<p>With <a href="https://homepages.rpi.edu/~verwyc/Chap4law.htm" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">40,000 new lawyers</a> joining the profession every year, it&#8217;s no surprise that new areas of law keep popping up. It seems like the subject possibilities are endless.</p>



<p>There are many legal practice areas that you should take into consideration if you&#8217;re an incoming law student or a current lawyer looking to switch areas of law practice. You&#8217;ve come to the right place to read&nbsp;about the top ten best legal practice areas. Keep reading to decide what your area of passion may be.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. Medical Law</h2>



<p>Medical law is one of the more exciting fields of law that seems to be constantly changing. With new medical findings and experimental procedures, there are constantly patients (and doctors) that find themselves needing a lawyer that specializes in medicine.</p>



<p>Medical lawyers even defend those who have been injured outside of medical offices. For example, some defendants have found themselves needing a lawyer after they&#8217;ve incurred <a href="https://www.labovick.com/2019/11/14/brain-swelling-after-car-accident" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">brain swelling after a car accident</a>.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. Intellectual Property Law</h2>



<p>Although one of the more unknown branches of law, intellectual property law can still be riveting. Intellectual property lawyers handle patents, copyrights, trademarks, and other legal holdings on intellectual property.&nbsp;</p>



<p>Intellectual property can include ideas, projects, books, and more. Inventors, writers, artists, and other innovators find common use in intellectual property lawyers.&nbsp;</p>



<p>You may even get to argue a case about <a href="https://www.fbi.gov/investigate/white-collar-crime/piracy-ip-theft" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">stolen intellectual property</a>. While complex and abstract, these cases can be exhilarating.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3. Environmental Law</h2>



<p>As more and more time passes, climate change and similar environmental issues keep showing up on the news. We&#8217;re constantly hearing about how lawyers are holding companies responsible for carbon emissions or other harmful practices.</p>



<p>If you&#8217;re passionate about the environment and caring for Mother Earth, environmental law might just be the place for you. The need for passionate environmental lawyers like you will keep rising as the planet experiences a harder toll&nbsp;from human practices.</p>



<p>Are you going to be the one to hold businesses responsible and crack the case of climate change?</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4. Civil Rights Law</h2>



<p>If you feel enraged by broken human rights, civil rights law may be your calling. With the persistence of hate crimes across the United States, more and more civil rights lawyers are being called upon to protect citizens and uphold the Constitution.</p>



<p>You may find yourself defending people who were wrongfully fired, wrongfully accused, or even wrongfully killed because of how they appear or what they practice.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">5. Animal Rights Law</h2>



<p>Animal rights law focuses on protecting our furry friends. These voiceless creatures are often harmed or exploited by large companies.</p>



<p>Most notoriously, the makeup and food industries have been past culprits of animal rights&#8217; cases.</p>



<p>You may find yourself saving hundreds of animals across the span of your career as you fight against greedy corporations and other cruel people. If you&#8217;re a lover of all animals, animal rights law may be your calling.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">6. Tax Law</h2>



<p>If you&#8217;d rather stay out of the courtroom and in the books, tax law may just be for you. Tax lawyers are actually quite common and quite popular.</p>



<p>The average person doesn&#8217;t know how to navigate their taxes, estate planning, or other important legal practices. As a tax lawyer, you could help them set up their lives (and their children&#8217;s lives) for success.</p>



<p>If you&#8217;re a wiz at keeping up with tax law or you just like doing taxes or math, tax law is the perfect fit for you.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">7. Immigration Law</h2>



<p>As <a href="https://news.bloomberglaw.com/daily-labor-report/visa-crackdown-boosts-job-market-for-immigration-lawyers" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">immigration becomes a greater debate</a> in the United States, many people are calling on immigration lawyers. If you&#8217;re on the side of the debate that would like to help people immigrate into the United States, immigration law is for you.</p>



<p>As an immigration lawyer, you&#8217;ll get to do highly-visible work while helping people who want to make a home in the United States.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">8. Criminal Law</h2>



<p>Criminal law is one of the most televised legal practice areas. Whether you choose to be a defender or a prosecutor, you&#8217;re bound to get some drama out of the courtroom.</p>



<p>If you live for law shows and dramatic monologues, <a href="https://jobdescriptions.net/7-signs-you-may-need-a-crime-defense-attorney/">criminal law</a> is your place to shine. You&#8217;re bound to get joy out of protecting your clients.</p>



<p>You may see cases that range from shoplifting to murder. Criminal law has such a wide range of cases ready for you to pick up.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">9. Family Law</h2>



<p>If you&#8217;re interested in families and their interworkings, family law is for you. From adoptions to divorces, family law reaches through every legal process that families go through.</p>



<p>As a family lawyer, you may also find yourself in juvenile court representing youth in the family.</p>



<p>Some family law cases can be difficult, like those involving domestic abuse. However, many family lawyers enter this field to directly impact people&#8217;s home lives, and family law is a great way to do this.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">10. Sports and Entertainment Law</h2>



<p>If you&#8217;re interested in sports, you might have just found your perfect area of legal practice. Sports and entertainment law covers contracts, royalties, compensation, negotiations, disputes, and more.</p>



<p>This field of law gives you a background look into all of the sports drama that you may otherwise only see on television. If you&#8217;re finding yourself consumed by what happens on and off the field, you should consider sports and entertainment law.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Choosing Your Favorite of These Legal Practice Areas</h2>



<p>Now that we&#8217;ve gone over the most exciting and financially-stimulating <a href="https://www.forbes.com/sites/markcohen1/2019/09/23/whats-a-lawyer-now-laws-shift-from-practice-to-skill/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">legal practice areas</a>, it&#8217;s time for you to decide which one you&#8217;d practice. Are you interested in medical law, environmental law, criminal law, tax law, or something else? Perhaps, you&#8217;re interested in one of the other areas of law that isn&#8217;t even featured on this list.</p>



<p>Whatever the case, we&nbsp;bid you luck on your law journey and wish you the best in providing a voice for whomever you choose to serve.</p>



<p>To learn more about law or another field, feel free to peruse the rest of our website and&nbsp;binge read our blog. We have more lists and tips there that were made just for you.</p>
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<p>Whether you have been considering a career in the field of nursing, or if you are a nurse already, you are probably wondering what the highest paying nursing careers are to choose from.</p>



<p>Nursing is a career that you choose because you love people, not because you want to make extra money, however, there is nothing wrong with striving for more financial possibilities.</p>



<p><a href="https://www.baltimoresun.com/opinion/op-ed/bs-ed-nursing-force-20170108-story.html" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">According to research</a>, nurses make up the highest percentage of healthcare workers in the united states, while there is still a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK493175/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">shortage of nurses</a>&nbsp;available as the baby boomer generation retires.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The question is, what are the highest paying nursing careers, how much do they pay, and what does the career description entail?</p>



<p>Thankfully, we&#8217;ve created this list to teach you everything you need to know about the highest paying nursing careers. Keep on reading to learn more.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">1. Neonatal Nursing</h2>



<p>Neonatal nurses assist pediatric doctors in the delivery of babies, work with post-natal services, and pediatric care. These nurses also work in neonatal intensive care units, focusing on the care of premature or sick infants.&nbsp;</p>



<p>These nurses achieve a specialty in neonatal care, along with neonatal resuscitation, and other qualifications to become a neonatal nurse. The salary begins around $61,212 and upwards.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">2. Midwife Nursing</h2>



<p>Nursing midwives are among the highest demand for nurses in the country. Not only do they have to complete their nursing degree, but they also must complete a second master&#8217;s degree in nursing-midwifery.</p>



<p>Nursing Midwives are usually the primary care providers and the salary reflects on their higher level of education at around&nbsp;<a href="https://www.registerednursing.org/nurse-midwife/salary/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">$102,390</a>&nbsp;per year.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">3.&nbsp;Nurse Anesthetist</h2>



<p>Nurse anesthetists are among the highest trained nurses in the industry. They must complete a regular nursing degree plus a master&#8217;s degree in nurse anesthesiology.&nbsp;</p>



<p>These nurses hold the same rights as a physician or administering medications and their level of pay reflects their education at around $165,120 per year.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">4. Nurse Researcher</h2>



<p>Nurse researchers practice a bit differently than most nursing professionals as they do not work in a hospital or clinical setting. Nursing researchers analyze data and conduct studies to improve the <a href="https://jobdescriptions.net/jobs/healthcare/">innovation of healthcare</a>.</p>



<p>Many people who do not want to provide bedside care call this career the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.hospitalcareers.com/blog/future-of-nursing/" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">future of nursing</a>. The salary for nursing researchers begins around&nbsp;<a href="https://www.indeed.com/salaries/research-nurse-Salaries" target="_blank" rel="noreferrer noopener">$70,113 per year</a>.&nbsp;</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">5. Travel Nursing</h2>



<p>Travel nursing provides many opportunities for those who have the travel bug, but also want to make a big difference in healthcare. Travel nurses travel around to areas in need of more nurses such as outpatient centers, clinical settings, rural areas, and various hospitals.</p>



<p>The average salary for travel nurses begins at $65,555.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">6. Oncology Nursing</h2>



<p>Oncology nurses work specifically with patients who are undergoing cancer treatments such as chemotherapy. These nurses have extra certifications on top of the nursing degree that focuses on oncology care.&nbsp;</p>



<p>The salary for oncology nursing beings at $68,160 per year.</p>



<h2 class="wp-block-heading">Learn More About the Highest Paying Nursing Careers</h2>



<p>There you have it! The highest paying nursing careers that are in need of extra workers. If you have been considering an upgrade in your nursing paycheque, have a look into these lucrative nursing career opportunities.&nbsp;</p>



<p>If you found this article helpful, check out more like this under the career section of our blog!&nbsp;</p>
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