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How to write a successful application for Best Workplaces for Innovators 2025

Fast Company Tech

Heres some advice on how to produce a more compelling application for Fast Companys Best Workplaces for Innovators 2025. Applications that read as if they were written to appeal primarily to an internal audience are not likely to earn high marks from our judges. Get Real Jargon won’t win you any awards.

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Budget for Communications and Marketing When Proposing New Initiatives

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I was really impressed with the advice from Megan Yost, Senior Vice President and Engagement Strategist at Segal Benz. Her advice? Megan’s advice is brilliant. Most professionals budget for whatever technical or operational project they are proposing, e.g., a custom database application, a website redesign, etc.

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5 common AI mistakes that are derailing your job search

Fast Company Tech

But these tools often generate generic content based on keywords, which can make your application blend in with the rest. Worse yet, you also risk having a nearly identical rsum as another applicant because you are all asking for the same keywords/skills. Yes, with a single ChatGPT prompt, you can have a rsum draft in 30 seconds.

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You can’t hack your YC application, but here’s what to avoid

TechCrunch

The Y Combinator application season is upon us. I have been through YC a couple of times and have reviewed thousands of applications as a volunteer in later years. Typically, you hear advice focused on ways to improve your YC application so it gets accepted. When should I submit my YC application?

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Advice from Grantmakers on Streamlining Your Tech Solutions

sgEngage

This post features advice from IT and grants management experts on how to streamline your tech solutions, create clear processes, and drive more external and internal impact. The Foundation uses the Blackbaud Grantmaking system, and to expedite the timing, grants managers completed applications on behalf of island employees. “I

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A16z speedrun opens applications for fifth event, offers $1M investment

VentureBeat

A16z Speedrun is taking applications for its fifth event, where startups in the interactive and tech spaces receive advice and funding. Read More

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Thinking of moving out of the U.S? Here are 10 hotspots for remote workers

Fast Company Tech

Applicants must be employed by a non-Spanish company or freelance for international clients and demonstrate a minimum income of around 2,762.66. To qualify , applicants must earn at least 3,480 per month from foreign income, provide proof of accommodation, obtain a Portuguese tax number, and typically open a Portuguese bank account.