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CV/Cover Letter Writing Tips: Experience never gets old

...experience never gets old. Working in Norway A mid-career job seeker recently sent their CV and cover letter ... feedback. In case you didn’t know, ‘mid-career’ or ‘late-career’ are terms used for people who have been...

Job seeking in the informal job market

...concisely? Middle What are your goals and alternative career paths? Before you can jump into the informal job ... looking for. What are your short- and long-term career goals? Have you defined something – a job, organization...

If you make use of all the benefits, it’s almost free.

Project Engineer Tahir Raheel Bin wanted to learn more about the Norwegian labour market. ... work-related issues. You will receive good advice on your career and professional development. New insights The...

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The CV Creator

Do you want a professional-looking CV? Try our CV Builder! You do the initial groundwork; ... your CV to be reviewed by one of our experienced career advisors. This service is free for all Tekna members...

Module 2 – Figure out what you want to do

What ... know without a doubt that you’ve chosen the right career for yourself. Råd og tips While there are many ... taken care of. Our advice to you: Make sure your career choices include your values.

Academic fields and professional networks

What are your interests? Why join a network? Stay updated in your field Join the ... professional networks! Find your network to further your career https://player.vimeo.com/video/391450211?texttrack=...

The Story Behind Coastal Darkening

The darkening of the Norwegian coast is a new threat to the costal ecosystems. ... oceanography. Anne is a board representative for early career researchers at CCR, and one of Norway's representatives...

Article Tema: Bio- og klima Jan. 30 2021 Streaming

Is your CV missing this information?

...following article: After working over ten years as a career advisor and course instructor for Tekna, Mette ... your application, she explains. Tekna – your best career advisor Need help writing a good application and...

Empowering International Professionals: "Through Tekna I found like-minded people"

Through Tekna’s Big Data network for data professionals, foreign workers in Norway ... like-minded individuals can have a big influence on your career and well-being. After Ning Zhou, Principal Product...

Thinking about a new job? Don’t forget to check out the pension benefits

How much will my new employer save toward my pension? What kind of pension might I get ... jobs up to several times over the course of their career. When starting over, your job description and salary...

Changing jobs makes sense

...just your expertise and what you have achieved career-wise, but also that a potential suitor wants you ... you will change jobs during the course of your career? “I’m 42 years old now, so I can still change jobs...

Me, overqualified? How to show you’re not by a long shot

...trying to land a new position. This is all well … career change,communication skills,cover letter writing ... with what you’ve been doing over the span of your career. If you don’t take the trouble to explain this...

Are you making these interview mistakes?

As an expert on questions about competency and careers, consultant Jon Fredrik Alfsen (Impaktor AS) thinks ... what you’re saying, he advises. Tekna – your best career advisor Need help writing a good application and...

How should you prepare yourself for a job interview?

...an expert on issues surrounding competency and career who feels there are two main points here that you ... for the actual job, he advises. Tekna – your best career advisor Need help writing a good application and...

Employees are getting less and less from organizational value creation

The latest data from governmental committee TBU (Det tekniske beregningsutvalget) shows ... average employees’ salaries at the end of their career. It’s very challenging to try and change this situation...

Get started with your membership in Tekna

...profile and e-mail Invoice payment J Job-seeking and career advice L Legal advice Legal advice on matters of ... for students who will embark on a professional career when they complete their studies, including tips...

Module 3 – Figure out your strengths

...transferable; they can be used in different phases of your career in different jobs, whether you work alone or interact ... either new opportunities in your current job or new career opportunities in general. You’ll have a greater...

GAP Analysis

...them Råd og tips Why When starting out in your career, it’s important to take the time to stop what you’re ... set aside time for the analysis Define a future career goal Get updated on the latest competency trends...

– You have nothing to lose by trying to negotiate a higher starting salary

...graduate degree, says Abrahamsen. Tekna – your best career advisor Need help writing a good application and ... and CV? Or reviewing a job offer or contract? Career tips and guidance Beige Cta Jumped right in Most...

Module 1 – What are you good at?

...defined requirements and goals. (Linda Lai, 1997) A career is a spectrum of personal and professional learning ... order for you to achieve work-life balance and career-related goals. In this first module we’re asking...

Member benefits

Why Choose Tekna? We are Norway's largest professional association for those with ... financial benefits. We may help you with your salary, career and professional development and legal challenges...

Why do volunteer work? Here are some thoughts.

Did you know that by volunteering, it can make you feel like you have more time on your hands? ... your experience, which can be beneficial for your career. But the most important reason for many of our...

Rule of Thumb: Don’t write references on your CV (do this instead)

Did you know that you don’t need to list references on your CV? Working in Norway Back ... the top that includes your background, skills and career goals adding more information to your Work Experience...

Quick Tips for Cover Letter Writing

...paragraph Include the most relevant aspects of your career that apply to the job. Use examples to show relevance ... you’re a new graduate, etc., and haven’t had a “career” yet.] Fifth paragraph End the letter with a courteous...