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Why job postings may be attracting narcissistic candidates—without companies realizing it

Fast Company Tech

When companies advertise job openings, they often use buzzwords like ambitious and self-reliant to describe their ideal candidate. In my latest study, published in the journal Management Science with coauthors Scott Jackson and Nick Seybert , I found that these terms may attract job applicants with more narcissistic tendencies.

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How to talk about AI in a job interview when you’re not a techie

Fast Company Tech

As artificial intelligence begins to devour the world , job seekers must adapt their strategy to stand out in the hiring process. Hiring managers have begun to populate their interviews with questions about how prospective employees use AI in their work. This can be daunting for people who dont work in technology.

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5 ways to project enthusiasm in a job interview

Fast Company Tech

Showing enthusiasm in a job interview can be the make-or-break factor in getting that position. In fact, nearly 47% of hiring managers say a candidates keen interest in the job is the most important factor in determining whether they get the new role. Enthusiastic candidates are more likely to fit in, stay longer, and do great work.

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Overqualified and underchallenged? Here’s how to make it work

Fast Company Tech

Start by identifying colleagues in different teams whose work interests you. Her advanced skills perfectly filled their gap, and her job satisfaction soared within weeks, if not days. People remember who made their work easier, and these connections often bloom into collaborative projects that perfectly match your capabilities.

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These are the top 10 jobs for introverts in 2025

Fast Company Tech

Let’s face it: The workplace is pretty much an extrovert’s world, with all those meetings and open work spaces. The trick is finding the right job fit. Resume Genius, a website for job seekers, recently released its curated list of introvert-friendly well-paying jobs for 2025.

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Five beautiful bags that also get the job done

Fast Company Tech

When I first started working on this list, the bag industry was dominated by big brands like Coach and Kate Spade that were more concerned with fashion than function. But they are all designed to get you from packed days at work to the weekend to your long flight. Here is our pick of the best work-life bags of 2025.

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How to turn down a job offer (or interview) without severing the relationship

Charity Village

Rejecting a job offer (or interview) can be a tough choice to make, but its important to remember it IS a choice that is entirely valid for any reason you deem important.