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It’s Hump Day,
You don’t need a fancy title or a perfect plan to start moving different, you just need a window of time and the courage to use it. That hour you call “lunch” could be your window to apply for that dream role, pitch a collab, or finally press “publish” on your idea. Small steps at odd hours add up to big shifts. Let’s talk about how to turn your late-day energy into long-term momentum.
Quick Convo Starters
After Applying – Follow-Up
“Hi [Name], I recently applied for [Job Title] and would love to hear what qualities you value most for this role.”
Before Applying – Insight Request
“Hi [Name], I’m curious what projects or impact someone in [Job Title] would focus on in the first few months.”
To a Recruiter – General Exploration
“Hi [Name], I’m exploring roles that blend [Skill 1] and [Skill 2], would love your insight on current opportunities.”
After an Interview – Thank You
“Hi [Name], I enjoyed learning about [specific detail]. I’d be happy to share how I’ve handled similar projects.”
Future Role Inquiry
“Hi [Name], I noticed your team’s growth in [area], are there upcoming opportunities where my [skill] could help?”
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Job Leads
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Company: Universal Giving
Role: Research Assistant (Global/Remote)
Good Stuff: The Research Assistant will support the Operations Team by conducting a wide range of research tasks, including identifying high-net-worth donors, foundations, corporations, journalists, universities and marketing partnership opportunities, as well as researching “tech for good” companies and product development tools. The role requires strong written and verbal communication skills, meticulous attention to detail, proficiency with tools such as spreadsheets and Salesforce (training provided), and the ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global environment. The position is part-time (5–20 hours/week) with a minimum six-month commitment, fully remote, and offers the opportunity to work alongside a culturally diverse, international team.
Company: Neighbors Bank
Role: Loan Officer (Remote, United States)
Good Stuff: The candidate will work remotely, handling warm leads (no cold-calling) and guiding clients through the home-loan process—from educating borrowers and analyzing their credit, income, and assets to structuring loans and managing the closing process. The role is designed for high-performance sales professionals with a proven track record in driving results and closing deals. The employer provides paid training at $20/hour initially, and following successful completion (~13 weeks), compensation transitions to an annual base salary of $60,000, plus uncapped commissions, bonuses, and a one-time promotion bonus of $5,000. Top earners reportedly reach $70K+ in their first year, $125K+ by year three, and up to $150K+ by year five.
Company: Samaritans Inc.
Role: Helpline Coordinator (Weekends)
Good Stuff: The Helpline Coordinator works weekend shifts to support the organization’s mission of suicide prevention, by providing emotional support and distress-listening services via the helpline. The role requires strong communication skills, good judgment, and the ability to handle sensitive and confidential information. Applicants should ideally have previous experience in crisis hotlines or suicide prevention work, be comfortable working independently and collaboratively, and display empathy and active listening. The job emphasizes consistency, reliability and dedication to delivering compassionate help to callers in isolation or crisis. Compensation is listed at approximately US $24-26 per hour.
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