Michael P. Maslanka

Dinner and gift giving for the Graduate RAs on the publication of my ethics casebook and other planned publications !!!

If you want to succeed as a new manager, you must survive the overwhelm of your first 90 days. Driving performance. Making calls. Navigating politics. All while building your own credibility as a leader. Here's the playbook I give to every new manager:

8 Life Lessons I Learned The Hard Way

🚨BREAKING: Claude can now write your entire job application like a top recruiter. Here are 10 prompts that turn a job description into a tailored CV, cover letter, and interview prep guide in under 5 minutes. (Save this)

9 Life-Changing Books Summarized In Under 10 Minutes

JOB INTERVIEW: “How are you?” Most candidates say: “I’m okay, and you?” THE WINNING ANSWER: ⤵️

7 Do's & Don'ts of a Resume: Every detail of your ATS resume sends a message to the interviewer. Whether it's the layout, color scheme, or the presentation of your responsibilities and accomplishments, each element carries significant importance. [1] Naming of files - While sharing your resume, name the file properly. - It eliminates the chances of your resume getting lost in the pile. - Use the format [Name] - [Last Name] - Resume [2] Format - Make your resume reader-friendly. - Add white space. - Use bullet points. [3] Email address - Never share an unprofessional email address. - If you don’t have a proper email address, create a new one for your professional journey. - Caromsupa@gmail.com, partyanimal@gmail.com are not professional email addresses - Use this format [Name] - [Last Name] - [Number] @gmail.com [4] Colors, Bolds & Italics - Don't use too many colors. It makes the resume difficult to read. - Stick to 1-2 colors. - Bold the sub-headlines & italicize to highlight a specific achievement, if any. [5] Cliches and Jargons - Avoid the overused and cliche words. - Instead, use action words and results to demonstrate your skills. [6] Spelling & Grammatical errors - No matter how careful you’ve been, there are chances of minor errors. Such errors indicate that you lack attention to detail. - Proofread your resume at least three times. [7] Numbers - Quantify your results whenever possible. It creates a more powerful impact on the recruiter. Review your resume and make the changes now. Are you struggling with a poor CV which is not getting you interviews, feel free to email me your CV for review on cv@oyk.co.ke

JOB INTERVIEW: "Can you tell me about a time you failed?" Most candidates say: "I missed a project deadline once because I took on too much work, but I learned to manage my time better and communicate earlier with the team…" (safe, forgettable answer) THE WINNING ANSWER:

JOB INTERVIEW: Can you tell me about a time you failed? Most candidates say: I missed a project deadline once because I took on too much work, but I learned to ask for help and communicate better. THE WINNING ANSWER:

Stop saying "I think we should..." in your work emails. You sound uncertain. Like you're asking permission instead of stating a solution. Here are 18 powerful alternatives that command respect:

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Interview question: "Tell me about yourself?" Typical answers that interviewers get tired of hearing: ❌ "My name... My age... I live in..." ❌ "I love learning new things." ❌ "I am a hardworking & fast learner." What exactly do they want? 👉 They want to see who you are as a professional, not your life history. 👉 They want to understand what your strengths are and what makes you relevant for the role. 👉 They want to see clarity, confidence & direction. So how do you give smart, smooth and stand out answers? Memorize this script. 👇

JOB INTERVIEW: "What is your biggest weakness?" Most candidates say: "I am a perfectionist and I care too much about getting every detail right." THE WINNING ANSWER:

JOB INTERVIEW: "Tell me about yourself." Most candidates say: "I finished my degree, then did an internship, and after that worked a few years at a company doing development…" (generic career summary) THE WINNING ANSWER:

JOB INTERVIEW: "Why do you want to work here?" Most candidates say: "I have followed your company for years, I am incredibly passionate about your mission, and I love the culture you have built." THE WINNING ANSWER:

In 2014, Stanford professor Matt Abrahams gave a legendary 1-hour lecture called “Think Fast, Talk Smart.” It has 51M+ views for a reason. His frameworks: • Dare to be dull • Greet your anxiety • The paraphrase is your Swiss Army knife 12 lessons on communication:

Interviewer: “How are you?” 🥉 Low level ・I’m fine ・Good ・I’m okay, and you? → Polite, but it wastes a high-value moment. 🥈 Average ・I’m doing well, thank you ・I’m glad to be here ・Thank you for having me → Professional, but every candidate says this. 🥇High level↓

During a job interview, if they ask: “Do you have any questions for us?” USE THE GOLDEN RESPONSE:

JOB INTERVIEW: "Tell me about a time you failed." Most candidates say: "I missed a deadline once because I took on too much work, but I learned to manage my time better and it never happened again." (A generic, safe non-answer that proves nothing) THE WINNING ANSWER: