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Today is a great day for 2nd chances.If you need one, give it to yourself.If you know someone who needs one, be the giver of the 2nd chance.It is always good to be the giver of 2nd chances because one day, we all are going to need one.If you tried before to get the promotion with no luck, it is time for a 2nd chance.If you were ghosted, who knows why, so give the 2nd chance.We all want 2nd chances, so let's give some out first.

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Hey folks! 🌟 I'm here with a story that will take you back to the time when I was just a bright-eyed 15-year-old, ready to conquer the world by applying for my first real job at the awe-inspiring Skylon Tower in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Talk about nerve-wracking! 😅💼Picture this: I walked three long miles to reach the tower, my heart pounding as if it had a mind of its own. You know that feeling, right? When excitement and anxiety blend into one thrilling co*cktail? Well, that was me that day, walking towards the unknown, filled with hope and a dash of fear. 🏰✨When I arrived at Skylon Tower, I couldn't help but be amazed by the sheer number of ambitious youngsters just like me, all dreaming of making their mark. It felt like a mega concert, minus the music. 🎶🎉 Can you imagine the energy in the air? It was electrifying!Then came the moment of truth - the interview. As I entered that tiny room, butterflies took flight in my stomach, and I braced myself for a whirlwind of questions that felt like a roller coaster ride! But guess what? I nailed it! 🚀🎯 Despite the panic, I was offered the job, and my journey into the working world began.Those first few weeks were a mix of excitement and confusion. I mean, let's face it, I had no clue what I was doing! But you know what they say - the best way to learn is by diving headfirst into the deep end. With the patient guidance of the amazing Skylon Tower team, I quickly found my footing and gained the confidence to work independently. 💪📚This experience taught me something powerful: the importance of embracing the unknown and growing through it. Life is all about taking risks, even when we're scared out of our wits. So, if you're a fresh-faced rookie stepping into the working world, remember this story. You have incredible potential within you, capable of soaring to great heights! All it takes is that first step, that first application, and the willingness to learn and grow. 🙌💼Stay tuned for more inspiring anecdotes and valuable insights from my journey. Let's rise together and conquer every challenge that awaits us! 🌟💼

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In any difficult situation, new opportunity, or ongoing endeavor, we need:(1) A clear CONCEPTION of what we want, a goal vividly imagined.(2) A strong CONFIDENCE that we can attain the goal.(3) A focused CONCENTRATION on what it takes to reach that goal.(4) A stubborn CONSISTENCY in pursuing our vision.(5) An emotional COMMITMENT to the value of what we're doing.(6) A good CHARACTER to guide us and keep us on course.(7) A CAPACITY TO ENJOY the process along the way.(Tom Morris)

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a new beginning & a new opportunity

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Preparing for my next step & journey in Life.

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May 4th - Star Wars Day: A Career Coach's Take 🚀Do or do not. There is no try. 💪- Commit to your goals. Pursue your passions, not just any job. ❤️Mentors shape paths. 🛣️- Career coaches guide, advise, and help maximize potential.🌟Failures teach valuable lessons. 📚- Career coaching turns setbacks into growth opportunities.🌱Be proactive.✅- Take charge of your growth and development, like Star Wars characters.🎬Embrace Star Wars Day as a chance to reflect and learn from these themes. Boost your career with renewed energy and focus.⚡

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🧩 Ramp Challenges: Making Job Applications Exciting! 🚀I've had a blast applying to roles through Ramp's portal, and one standout aspect has been their unique assessments. 💡These assessments aren't your run-of-the-mill tests; they really make you think and showcase your skills. The challenge is invigorating! 💪Kudos to Ramp for making the job application process both engaging and rewarding. Excited to see what's next! 👏 #RampCareers #UniqueAssessments #JobApplication #CareerJourney

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Exciting new opportunity

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"When one door of opportunity closes, another opens; but we often look so long at the closed door that we do not see the one which has been opened for us." - Alexander Graham Bell Embrace change and new opportunities! Don't dwell on past failures or missed chances. Instead, keep your eyes open for the new doors that are waiting to lead you to success. Remember, every closed door is a chance for personal growth and learning. Embrace the journey, and you'll find yourself in a world of endless possibilities! #OpportunitiesAwait #EmbraceChange #facts #KeepMovingForward #SuccessMindset

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A couple of “mid-career” joys for me:➡ Being surrounded by early career talent who you already recognize will surpass you in every way imaginable.➡ The humility that you can be broken, but the confidence that you won’t be.

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