If you're looking to build a career, you'll probably need to talk to someone. Here's how to put your best foot forward at career fairs and everywhere else.
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Timestamps:
0:10:20 - Why go to Career Fairs
0:13:40 - Dressing up and showing off your work
0:25:46 - Sponsor: Brilliant (Learning problem-solving skills)
0:27:50 - Sponsor: Hover (Buying a domain name)
0:31:37 - Researching the companies you’re interested in
0:34:39 - Practicing with other companies before talking to the ones you like
0:39:27 - Why go to networking events and conferences
0:57:23 - How to find new events
0:58:57 - Recap and conclusion
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