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Know Your History, Purpose and Direction

CoachStation

Understanding your purpose, what motivates you and most importantly using this knowledge to advantage is key to your success, both professionally and personally. It is my story that I would like to share via an abbreviated version of Maddy’s case study questions and my answers. Why do you do what you do?

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Don't Hire Entrepreneurs; Hire Entrepreneurial Spirit

Harvard Business Review

I also ask direct questions like "What motivates you?" Entrepreneurial spirited individuals are motivated by, and can find success in, the everyday activity of the company and the opportunities their role affords to grow the business. and "What makes an individual successful?"

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How to Write a Resume That Stands Out

Harvard Business Review

Don’t think you’re going to sit down and hammer it out in an hour. ” You can supplement what’s on the page with links to your work but you have to “motivate the hiring manager to take the extra step required. Case study #1: Tailor your resume to each job. Don’t just include the URL.

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