So, I’ve been trying to get more serious about my job search, and everyone keeps telling me I need to be on LinkedIn. I always thought of it as just another social media thing, like Facebook, but for work stuff. Turns out, it’s a bit more than that, and honestly, trying to make sense of…
So, I was applying for this job with SK, and they mentioned this AI competency test, called SKALA. I’d heard about it, but honestly, I didn’t really know what to expect. The application said you didn’t need a specific major, which was a relief because my background isn’t exactly in tech, but they still do…
It sounds so simple, right? Just download a free resume template and fill it in. I needed one for a part-time gig that popped up, not a big career move or anything, just something to fill some hours and earn a bit. My friend mentioned a place, not a specific company name, but just like,…
So, the whole thing started because my cousin, who’s living in Japan now, mentioned how her kid’s school there has this program where you can get a high school diploma by basically taking online classes and then doing some sort of exam. It sounded… easy? Like, maybe a way to get a Japanese qualification without…
It’s been a while since I’ve thought about this, but I remember going through a phase where I was really set on trying to get a job at a foreign company. You know, places like Google Korea or Apple Korea. Everyone was talking about how good the work environment was, the benefits, and just the…
Thinking about a job at a foreign company in Korea? It’s a common dream for many, and I’ve been through the trenches myself. Let me share some of the realities that don’t always make it into the glossy brochures. The Allure and the Reality Check Foreign companies often seem like a ticket to a more…
Making a significant career change, especially into the tech sector, often feels like a daunting proposition. We see articles and hear stories about individuals seamlessly transitioning, landing dream jobs, and skyrocketing to success. But the reality, as I’ve experienced and observed, is usually a lot messier, with more trade-offs than a perfectly curated success story….
Applying to Google. The thought itself conjures images of free food, beanbag chairs, and brilliant minds. As someone in my late twenties who’s navigated the labyrinthine tech job market, I’ve seen friends and colleagues chase that dream. It’s easy to get caught up in the allure, but from what I’ve observed and experienced, the reality…
Beyond the Blank Page: My Own Resume Writing Saga I remember staring at a blank Word document, the cursor blinking mockingly. I had this job interview lined up – a good one, a step up from my previous role – and I knew my resume and cover letter needed a serious overhaul. My old ones…
H2: More Than Just a Digital Resume When I first started thinking about seriously using LinkedIn, it felt like just another place to upload my resume, maybe a bit fancier. I mean, who really spends that much time on it, right? I had this idea that it was mainly for recruiters to passively find people,…
Looking for the perfect resume template can feel like searching for a needle in a haystack, especially when you’re under pressure to get a job application submitted. I remember scrambling to find a good one for a part-time role a few years back. My initial thought was, ‘How hard can it be? Just download a…
Navigating the LinkedIn Landscape LinkedIn. For a while there, it felt like everyone and their dog was telling me I had to be on it, and not just have a profile, but actively curate it. As someone in my 30s navigating the professional world, I’ve seen the hype around these platforms. Initially, my thought was,…