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The STAR interview method is used by millions of people all around the world to answer interview questions and tell stories. Fortune 500 companies (Amazon included) recommend using the STAR method to answer behavioral questions. Whether you’re just starting your job search, already interviewing with a company, or looking for a different way to stand out - there are a dozen different ways you can incorporate the technique into your life. Any time you present yourself verbally or in written format, doing it in a narrative/story format will open people's ears.

While we cannot predict every question that Amazon will ask in an interview, the process is fairly structured. This makes the interview process transparent and easy to prepare for because we know many of the themes they will cover and questions they will ask. Imagine if your teacher in university told you most of the questions that were going to be on the test beforehand - all you would have to do is practice. Consider this book your study guide.

Today millions of people all around the world frequently overwork themselves to the point of physical and emotional exhaustion. The dark circles underneath our eyes, incessant scrolling, and the constant malaise we feel are now impossible to ignore. But why does burnout really happen, and how can we prevent it?

Making It Big in Japan is your ultimate guide to living, working, and playing in Japan. The information you get about Japan from reading articles online in English only scratches the surface. Like an outdated textbook, the advice seems to be stuck in the 1980s without reflecting the real pace of change in Japan. There is a need for more clarity and explanations of information that is often only available in Japanese. To fill this gap, I have interviewed the people who influenced me, served as role models, or offered valuable perspectives along my seven-year journey in Japan.

Why should you listen to Warren Buffet despite his poor eating habits? What can a farmer teach us about living more fulfilled lives? And what does a spider on LSD have to tell us about the quest for happiness? This is an audiobook of questions, ideas, and perspectives. They are short, but to the point. These ideas cover all facets of personal development - from creativity, health, and happiness to perspectives on how we can view various aspects of our lives. Sometimes they will make you laugh, but mostly they will make you think.

The crypto bubble burst in 2018 and the dust has settled. Fortunes have been made and lost overnight, but a new industry has been forged. Bitcoin has survived 10 years and thousands of people around the world are working hard to create a new, decentralized economy. The Wild West isn't as wild, but we’re still in new territory. From bounties to avatars that earn you tokens, Bullish on Bitcoin outlines dozens of strategies to trade, invest, create, and explore the new decentralized economy.

Practical career advice from leading experts and coaches. Hosted by Misha Yurchenko, former tech recruiter and founder of the #1 career coaching platform, Carrus.io.

Whether it’s your first job in Japan or a plan for career transition, working in the recruitment industry can be extremely rewarding, fun, and lucrative. This guide will walk you through the ins and outs of the Japanese recruitment landscape, provide actionable tips, and set you up for success throughout the entire interview process.