In our last blog post we talked about what a start-up is looking for during a role-based interview. Today we want to discuss what you can do to stand out when getting interviewed for a specific need in a specific team. Speaking of teams, startups tend to work in cross-functional teams from
During the past few months, we’ve talked about how to optimize your CV, LinkedIn and cover letter. Basically, covering all you need to know about ‘how to shine on paper’. Now, let’s move to ‘how you can shine in person’. In other words, explore how to prepare and leave a
In our previous blog, we discussed how to pick the right startup to work for. What comes after you discover the role and company that fits you best? Startups may be always on the lookout for great people, but how can you become their next recruit? In this post we
Are you on the lookout for an exciting job opportunity doing work that matters? The best place to start your job hunt is with startups. Why? Because startups have an urgent need to recruit talented people. Usually, there is always at least twice the amount of work as there are
Many companies are riding out the COVID-19 crisis by adopting a remote first policy. Employees around the world are rolling out of bed straight into Zoom meetings, as we speak. However, there is still some uncertainty around remote work. For instance how productive can you be when working from your
In our last post we covered in detail the remote onboarding and working experiences of 3 Lifers. Let’s continue the discussion and dig a little deeper into their stories of working from home. How does working remotely impact the company culture and team spirit? Antonio feels like part of a
LinkedIn is essentially an extension of your CV. Nowadays it could be even more accessible to recruiters than a traditional resume. Moreover, you can also apply to some job vacancies by simply copying the link to your LinkedIn profile together with a short motivational statement. Long story short, yes you
A few weeks back we shared an article on how to write the ultimate CV. Today we want to tackle the most commonly overlooked mistakes in resume writing. The good news is with a few tweaks you can easily make your job application more sleek, professional and memorable. Not to
Our latest community member, Antonio, is a Human Computer Interaction and Design major, made in Aalto University. What sets Antonio apart is his passion for the Apple world. This is what led him to get hired by Elevate Labs in San Francisco as an iOS Engineering Intern. However, this is
The cover letter is by far one of the most underrated items in the world of job hunting. If we were to guess, the trend of dismissing cover letters as optional or even obsolete started around about when Google wrote, “We think your work speaks for itself, so there’s no
