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π‘ How to Make Bigger + Better Career Decisions
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Dear Contessas,
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It's estimated that we make over 35,000 decisions daily, so why is it so difficult to make the "right" career decisions?
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Whether you're deciding to accept your first job or you're tasked with making a leadership decision that affects many lives, career decision-making is important.
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Today, we're exploring how to make thoughtful and informed career decisions.
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Until next time,
Lauren and the Career Contessa team
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