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Professional Development

ACN’s Guide to AI Recruiting: Navigating the Future of Job Applications

For Future Leaders
In today's rapidly evolving job market, artificial intelligence (AI) is emerging as a game-changing force in recruitment. Just as the internet revolutionized how we communicate and do business, AI...
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Professional Development

How to Ace a Job Search with a Criteria Cognitive Aptitude Test

For Future Leaders
Hey there, job seekers! Ready to put your brain to the test? Let's talk about something that's becoming a big deal in the job market - the Criteria Cognitive...

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Professional Development

Is the Cover Letter Necessary?

For Future Leaders
Hey there, job seekers! Ever wondered if that cover letter you're agonizing over is really worth the effort? You're not alone! Let's dive into the world of cover letters...
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Professional Development

Embracing Refugee Talent Across Africa

Inclusivity
Did you know that around 30 million internally displaced persons, refugees and asylum-seekers live in Africa, representing almost one-third of the world's refugee population? That's according to the latest...
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Professional Development

Creating Inclusive Employment: The Future of Work with a Twist

For Partners
Imagine a workplace where everyone, regardless of their abilities, is valued and empowered to contribute their best. That's what inclusive employment is all about, and it's shaping the future...
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Professional Development

How to Address Career Gaps on Your CV: A Comprehensive Guide

For Future Leaders
Hey there, job seekers! Let's talk about something that makes many of us squirm – those pesky gaps in our work history. You know, those periods when you weren't...

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Professional Development

Why “Culture Fit” Matters in Your Job Search

For Future Leaders
As you navigate the job market, you've likely encountered the term "culture fit." But what does it really mean, and why is it crucial to your job search? In...
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Professional Development

Pathways to Success: Career Accelerator Program Wrap-Up

For Future Leaders
Empowering Uganda's Youth Through Career Development In partnership with the Mastercard Foundation Scholars Program at Makerere University and supported by the PMI Uganda Chapter, we launched the Career Accelerator Program...
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