43. STORYLINE

What is the theme of your digital job interview? Is it going to be a drama? A horror movie? A love story? A mystery? A tragicomedy? My suggestion is that you make it an action movie. Put your life into action. Share with the hiring manager what you have done, what you can do, and how you can help solve the company’s problems.

Before I go see a movie, I make sure I know what kind of movie it’s going to be. I am not really interested in horror movies or romantic comedies. Sure, they’re fine to watch at home on the couch with my wife, but if I am paying good money to go out to the theater, I want my kind of movie. I want an action film with a strong plot and a great storyline, something that keeps my brain active and engaged. Similarly, ...

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