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And welcome to today’s edition of From the Editor.
In today’s newsletter, you’ll find: Takeaways from our first-ever AMA on soft skills with Luki Danukarjanto, a career strategist.
Also, we’ve got: Paul Adeyeye talking about ways you can use your tax refund.
By: Dozie Anyaegbunam
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Some of the best takeaways from our AMA with Luki Danukarjanto
We had collected questions from the community beforehand. Some were about networking. Others touched on AI, the first 90 days at a new job, the broken hiring system, and the soft skills nobody teaches you when you land.
Here's some of what came out of that conversation.
1. AI-generated resumes are making everyone look the same
Recruiters on a recent panel said they can now spot AI-written resumes instantly because they all sound identical. Each CV has the same structure and voice. Not surprising if folks are all using the same prompts shared by some career influencer on LinkedIn.
And when every resume in the pile looks the same, the person with a genuine connection stands out. One-on-one conversations are great because no algorithm is mediating them.
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2. Know the rules of engagement of any networking event before you walk in
Career fairs are transactional by design. The employers shows up to scout talent, so every conversation at their booth is an informal interview. Which is why you need your pitch polished and ready.
Professional association events are different. Nobody's there to hire. Going up to someone at a PMI mixer and immediately pitching your project management skills is like going on a date and asking if they can set you up with their sister. At peer events, you're building trust. Trust almost never happens in 90 seconds. It takes multiple touchpoints.
3. Introversion can be a networking strength
Introversion and social awkwardness are two different things. Introverts tend to be more intentional, more authentic, and better at building mutual support than extroverts, who often just want to talk about themselves.
When you show genuine interest in someone, people reciprocate. But this only works when the intent is real. If it's a tactic, people can usually tell.
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What do you do with your 2025 tax refund?
Well, a lot. You could:
Contribute to your tax-advantaged accounts like the TFSA or RRSP
Invest in a new skillset
Pay down high-interest debt
Or start or support a side business
Read more about smart ways to spend your tax refund in the full story by Paul Adeyeye here ⬇️
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