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  1. Don’t Worry, Be Happy: Why Having a Well-Written LinkedIn Profile Won’t Upset Your Boss

    ...off by explaining to … CV writing skills,international workplace,job seeking,LinkedIn profile, Working ... started off by explaining to me how much he liked his job, how as a foreign worker in Norway he felt lucky...

    Article Working in Norway Feb. 3 2017

  2. What’s your look on ‘Link’?

    ...outsider whose job is to help them put their best writing foot forward so they’ll quickly land a job after finishing ... finishing school. … CV writing skills,cv writing tips,job search tips,job seeking advice,LinkedIn writing...

    Article Working in Norway Mar. 19 2020

  3. ‘Why didn’t I get the job?’: Our Need for Post-Interview Answers

    I had answered a newspaper ad posting a teaching job at a newly started school in the area. The student ... up until the job you really want is yours. career,international workplace,interview skills, Working in...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 7 2021

  4. Five reasons to take the salary survey

    ...sought-after benefits for members who are looking for a new job and Tekna representatives who are negotiating salaries ... that many employers value highly. – In addition to skills development and other benefits, one way to reward...

    Article Aktuelt Sept. 16 2021

  5. We’re going for more content in English

    ...work in the private sector, and many of them have jobs that extend beyond national borders, with English ... English-speaking members, including professional courses, skills development, advisement, and – not least— webpages...

    Article Aktuelt June 1 2021

  6. The big salary increases come when you change jobs

    ...changing jobs increase your salary? Råd og tips While there are many reasons not to change jobs, if getting ... the top of your list of priorities, then changing jobs is the way to go. – A new employer wants you – and...

    Article Råd og tips Nov. 13 2023

  7. How to Break My Language Barrier

    ...he/she works. This person has a … communication skills,intercultural communication,language barrier, Working ... has a steady job in the organization, one that requires a high level of education and skill – so that’s...

    Article Working in Norway Feb. 23 2016

  8. Check out these 5 points before signing a contract

    ...employment contract Aktuelt Have you ever been offered a job, gotten the employment contract sent to you and been ... writing a good application and CV? Or reviewing a job offer or contract? Career tips and guidance Beige...

    Article Aktuelt Dec. 17 2021

  9. Praise Be – Or Not?

    ...group of unemployed engineers who had lost their jobs because of downsizing related to the offshore oil ... group of unemployed engineers who had lost their jobs because of downsizing related to the offshore oil...

    Article Working in Norway Feb. 29 2016

  10. young employees have steep curves

    ...on Tekna’s part. “During the early years of your job you have a steep learning curve and the value of ... younger members of Tekna normally increase their skill set very rapidly.” Insurance against losing out...

    Article Aktuelt Nov. 3 2023

  11. Don’t Buzz: How to Avoid Using the Overused When Writing Your CV

    ...your CV/LinkedIn profile. CV writing skills,English writing skills,intercultural communication,international ... ‘synonyms for motivated’. But what if their language skills aren’t strong enough to determine which words that...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 13 2021

  12. Joining a board for the first time? – Here are some tips to get you started

    ...challenging for both the individual chosen for the job and the company union group. The system of electing ... board tasks and differences in the background and skills of board members and the CEO. All board matters...

    Article Råd og tips Feb. 25 2021

  13. How to Answer the Interview Question: “So, how long do you plan on staying here?”

    ...one of several applicants being considered for the job. Thought things were going rather well until the ... do you plan on … international workplace,job interview,job search, Working in Norway I recently got an...

    Article Working in Norway May 19 2017

  14. What’s Your Feeling About Phone Interviews?

    Maybe you applied for a job a few weeks ago — ? One you really wanted and actually felt quite qualified ... adrenaline when you see their name … interview skills,job interview,job seeking,phone interview,working in norway...

    Article Working in Norway Dec. 18 2019

  15. Tips to help you get ready for your next salary review

    ...to a factual assessment of his/her competency, skill, performance, experience, tasks and degree of responsibility ... have a special area of expertise or sought-after skills? Have you achieved any goals agreed upon previously...

    Article Råd og tips Nov. 7 2023

  16. ‘Why didn’t I get the job?’: Playing the Sympathy Card

    My recent article about not getting the first job I ever interviewed for in Norway triggered a certain ... internationalization,interview skills, Working in Norway My recent article about not getting the first job I ever interviewed...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 8 2021

  17. Repeat As Needed: What Job Seekers Should Tell Themselves

    ...before throwing yourself off the deep end of the job search swimming pool doesn’t mean you’re an egomaniac; ... before throwing yourself off the deep end of the job search swimming pool doesn’t mean you’re an egomaniac;...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 14 2021

  18. Quick Tips for Cover Letter Writing

    ...solutions today as have been editing yet another job-seeker’s cover letter. One that’s long on sentences ... in these letters – their writers have a lot of skills yet little experience at presenting them in a clear...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 30 2020

  19. The Unspoken Yet Real Reason You Didn’t Get Called For That Job Interview

    LinkedIn entitled, ‘The Real Reason You Didn’t Get That Job’ by LI Influencer Liz Ryan in which she lists five ... mistakes. cv writing,intercultural communication,job search,job seeking,LinkedIn profile, Working in Norway...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 3 2021

  20. Impact at Work: What’s Yours?

    ...international workplace,internationalization,job skills,LinkedIn profile,social media, Working in Norway ... start of a new year, you might look back at your job over the past twelve months and ask yourself, ‘Have...

    Article Working in Norway Jan. 14 2017

  21. Good Boss Bad Boss: What Have You Had?

    ...bad boss there are no good jobs, and with a good boss there are no bad jobs.’ Is it true? Well, over the ... … international workplace,management,management skills,working in norway,workplace culture, Working in...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 12 2019

  22. Opinions

    ...ensure that more students complete PhDs and their skills are valued in the workplace. The education sector ... innovation, a move which will create more high-skilled jobs in profitable companies. The environmental technology...

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  23. Cross-Cultural Confusion: What’s Not to Love at an Interview?

    ...title had caught my eye: ‘The 3 Secrets to Landing a Job When the Company Isn’t Hiring’ by American business ... communication,international workplace,interview skills, Working in Norway I went on LinkedIn the other...

    Article Working in Norway Aug. 10 2016

  24. Application Letter Writing: A Little (List) Goes a Long Way

    In my most recent blog post, I wrote about how job-seekers need to use active verbs in their writing ... application letter. cv writing,English writing skills,international workplace,jobseeking, Working in...

    Article Working in Norway Apr. 11 2021

  25. Making New Connections: (How to) Write a LinkedIn Message

    You need to write a message every time you send someone a connection request. You really do. Just ... requests coming … English writing skills,international workplace,job seeking,LinkedIn profile, Working...

    Article Working in Norway Oct. 4 2017