Welcome to the Jungle

Do you keep hearing that the job market is doing well and unemployment is low? But you talk to your friends, they tell you the job market is filled with recruiters who demand ten rounds of interviews, practical tests, and then ghost. So how can you advocate for yourself? 🤔 Whether you’re an intern or an executive, interviews can be daunting—but getting an interview is a key opportunity to learn about your future employer. It’s not just about impressing the company; it’s about making sure they’re the right fit for YOU. 🌟 Join us on October 3rd at 6:30 PM CET for an empowering LinkedIn Live session with Arabella Podmore, Talent Acquisition Expert, and Nicky Charles Peters. 🌟 We’ll dive into the essential questions you should ask in every interview to uncover key details like: 🌱 Company sustainability initiatives 🚩 Signs of toxic management 👶 Robust parental benefits 🤝 DEI initiatives & more 💡 We can't wait to see you there!

Were you feeling anxious yesterday about the start of the workweek? You may be suffering from the Sunday Scaries.👇

"If you want me to vote for you, what are you going to do for my family? For my bills? For America?" With the 2024 election almost here, many DC workers are speaking up about what really matters. What work-related issues are top of mind for you this election season? Join the conversation below!

Rest for rest’s sake is still a radical idea. See how this concept can relate to deep roots in race, politics, and U.S. history.👇

Europe is setting its sights on recruiting foreign talent and what employment opportunities may be on offer. 👇

This Halloween, it's time to ask yourself what kind of coworkers are lurking behind a dark corner? 🎃 👻 We put your colleagues into some spooky categories.👇

“We spend a lot of time at work and it’s important to know what you’re working with. If you can be intentional with looking at company culture before you accept an offer, you can save yourself a lot of grief,” says Brianna Doe, Lab Expert with Welcome to the Jungle. Compatibility with a potential employer is the key to long-term job satisfaction and professional success. This means companies that support flexible working arrangements, respect your time, and encourage teamwork and inclusivity. But how can you figure this out during the interview? By asking about a company’s policies, practices, and values during the interview, you can make an informed decision on whether it’s the right place for you to grow and succeed This is why Welcome to the Jungle just published a guide on all of the questions you need to discuss in an interview. This could mean spotting a toxic boss or uncovering the company’s commitment to sustainability, all coming from Welcome to the Jungle’s Lab experts. Because we want job hunters to feel empowered in their search. Check out the guide here.👇 https://bit.ly/3zyJUZc

« I think to have a strong workplace culture, you need to know your colleagues and employer/employees, and political beliefs are part of that. » With the 2024 election just around the corner, it's sometimes hard to escape the political talk these days. So, agree or disagree? Is there a place for politics in the workplace? We asked DC workers to weigh in! Let us know your opinion in the comments 👇

This Halloween, if you’re walking home and a chill runs down your spine as you come to a horrifying realization: you’ve missed a glaring typo in the cover letter you just submitted! It’s a scene scary enough to make even the most confident job hunter tremble. No matter your experience level, it’s happened to all of us once or twice. So, what are the most common pitfalls to watch out for, and how can you avoid them?👇

Do you have a coworker who constantly seeks the spotlight, dominates discussions, or takes credit for the team’s achievements? Learn to recognize the early signs, know how to respond, and minimize the impact on your mental health and stability.