Author: Jaci
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Job Hunt Series: What Happens After the Interview
The interview doesn’t end when you leave the room. Thoughtful thank-you notes, strategic follow-ups, and leaving a professional, memorable impression can turn an interview into an offer. Learn how to keep the momentum going.
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Job Hunt Series: Show, Don’t Tell
Stop telling—start showing. Build an online portfolio and share measurable career wins as mini case studies. Demonstrate your impact, highlight your skills, and give hiring managers the proof they need to say yes.
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Job Hunt Series: Keep Going!
The job hunt can feel endless—rejections, ghosting, and burnout are part of the journey. But every setback is a chance to learn, refine your strategy, and stay resilient. Discover how to turn frustration into growth, keep your focus, and move closer to the opportunity that’s truly right for you.
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How ChatGPT Became My Career Coach
When I first started using ChatGPT in my job search, I was skeptical. Could an AI really help me land a job? Spoiler: it absolutely can — if you know how to use it. For me, ChatGPT became a quiet, tireless assistant, helping me streamline resumes, identify fit, and prepare for interviews. It didn’t replace…
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Get Specific: Target the Right Jobs and Industry
Applying to hundreds of jobs didn’t work — but narrowing my focus did. In this post, I share how identifying my top roles and industries, keeping a simple application log, and creating a consistent daily routine helped me focus on the opportunities that truly fit my skills and career goals.
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Brand Yourself Like a Pro: How Creating My Personal Brand Changed My Job Search
After hundreds of applications and countless rejections, I realized I was doing something I’d never do for a client — trying to market myself without a brand. Once I started treating my job search like a creative campaign and built a personal mood board inspired by my Brambles Handicraft aesthetic (plums, rose, and sage), everything…
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Telling Your Story Without Sounding Like a Résumé
Your résumé lists what you’ve done. Your story shows why it matters. Here’s how to craft an authentic, emotionally resonant personal narrative that makes people remember you—without sounding like you copied your LinkedIn profile
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When the Mission Finds You: Interviewing for a Dream Job
When I discovered Project Recover, I was moved by their mission to bring missing service members home—and by the reverence in how they told each story. Interviewing with them reminded me why I do this work: to honor, to uplift, and to serve. Some missions are worth chasing, no matter what.
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Nonprofit Storytelling 101: Crafting Stories That Inspire, Connect, and Convert
Learn how to write nonprofit stories that connect emotionally, inspire donors, and honor the communities you serve. A storytelling guide from the frontlines of impact marketing.
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Up A Tree with Harold
Up a Tree with Harold began as a playful idea sparked by a firefighter friend and an adventurous cat that grew into a full-fledged picture book project. This project reflects both my storytelling voice and my resourcefulness in managing creative production from concept to launch.
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Jacqueline Willoughby 