What NOT to say to your friend who is looking for a job

Jane Nevins
Sep 4, 2018 · 6 min read

10 Do’s and Don’ts to help a job hunter

Don’ts

1. Don’t try to help them find new careers or brainstorm new job ideas

“Hey have you thought about working with the internet?”

I cannot tell you how many times people have said to me some version of, “ I see you really like wine, have you thought about working in the wine industry?”

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Jane Nevins

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Brand & Product Marketing Strategist. BA/MA @Stanford. Silicon Valley Tech & Startup Expertise.

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