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Job searching: Consider the company's culture
When you want to work for a company, its culture might be the most important thing to consider during your search.
Culture refers to an organization's shared beliefs and values. It is often established by leaders and reinforced through various methods. You will want to find a culture that aligns with your values and will give you a sense of purpose.
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Whether your interview is in-person or virtual, prepare specific questions to get more detailed answers on the culture. For example:
- When someone drops the ball on a project, how does your team handle it?
- When there is a conflict cross-functionally, how do peopl...
A company's culture can be found online. Companies will have a mission, vision, and culture statement available online. Job seekers should pay attention to the nuances of language.
- Pay attention to how postings are written. The wording can reveal beliefs and prio...
If you have already accepted an offer, intentionally seek out information by creating opportunities to connect with others. Some companies may need a few nudges to provide a more inclusive onboarding experience.
Before your first day, ask:
- Are the...
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Freelancers may find it a struggle to consistently find online freelance work.
Many people may believe that clients will come to you, but jobs are seldom handed to you on a silver platter. You have to buckle down and work hard to regularly find work in the freelancing world. However, some s...
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Companies that build great organisational cultures know what elements make the culture unique. When employees receive regular recognition, they feel encouraged to speak up, and team members feel like they belong.
There are five elements to a great organisational culture:
- Recognit...
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Experts in diversity, equity and inclusion (DE&I) agree that the long-term success and sustainability of a DE&I initiative depends on an organization's ability to create an environment in which everyone's voice is heard and every employee is treated fairly and with respect.
The relation...
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