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This job-application app can save you hundreds of hours of grunt work

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This app can apply to hundreds of jobs a day for you.
Let this time-saving app apply to jobs for you.
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Applying for jobs can feel like a job of its own. Finding a killer job opportunity is hard enough, but when you have to attach your resume, then enter in that same info a minute later, your time gets eaten up fast.

The LazyApply app lets you automate some of the most exhausting steps of the job-application process. And for a limited time, you can snag a lifetime subscription for just $67 (regularly $999).

Fake LinkedIn company profile sets the Severance record straight

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The LinkedIn profile for Lumon Industries takes issue with the recently released
The LinkedIn profile for Lumon Industries takes issue with the recently released "tell all" book about the fictitious evil company.
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Every company doing perfectly reputable, above-board business today needs a crisp and descriptive LinkedIn profile. And yes, that includes harrowingly evil and entirely fictitious firms like “Lumon Industries.”

That’s right. Lumon, the ominous company that serves as a setting in the creepy drama Severance on Apple TV+, has a new LinkedIn profile. And it attempts to set the record straight about what some people are saying about the company.

Tell LinkedIn users how to pronounce your name properly

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Tap the little speaker icon to hear the LinkedIn name pronunciation
Tap the little speaker icon to hear the name pronunciation
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If you’re applying for jobs and want to help recruiters avoid an awkward moment as they struggle to pronounce your name, a new LinkedIn feature can help.

It just takes a minute to record the proper pronunciation of your name and add the audio clip to the networking and job-search platform. Here’s how to do potential recruiters a solid — and how to have a little (possibly ill-advised) fun if you dare.

‘Culture of fear’ dominates Apple’s secretive satellite office

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Working for Apple isn't always a dream come true.
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People that worked for Apple through a staffing agency have revealed some grim details of what it’s like to work for Apple as a contracted employee.

Working on Apple’s mapping projects just a few miles from Apple Park sounds like a dream opportunity, but it turns out the Silicon Valley-based gig isn’t nearly as glamorous as you’d think. A new report about Apple’s temporary workers reveals the “culture of fear” contracted employees face.

Apple seeks hotshot editor to make Siri great again

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Sorry, Alexa: Siri still the most widespread AI assistant
Apple wants to evolve Siri into a distinct, recognizable character.
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Siri is about to get a huge upgrade in the way it answers users questions and searches.

In a new job listing posted today, Apple says it is seeking a writer and editor who can help evolve Siri from one of the most-criticized digital assistants into a “distinct, recognizable character.”

Leaked Apple memo details efforts to stop leaks

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Apple leases new offices near to Apple Park
Apple is cracking down on leaks.
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Apple issued a stern warning to employees this week about leaking confidential information to the media.

In a leaked memo detailing Apple’s efforts to stop leaks, the company says it caught 29 leakers in 2017. Of those caught, 12 were arrested. Apple told employees they are “getting played” by journalists and bloggers that approach them with flattery in exchange for information.

Just 5 U.S. companies beat Apple at hiring game

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Apple adds 5 new vice presidents to its executive lineup
LinkedIn based its observations on data from its 546 million+ users around the world.
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According to LinkedIn, Apple is the sixth most sought-after employer among jobseekers (or potential jobseekers) in the United States.

That’s pretty darn good, but it still leaves six companies people would rather work for. All tech giants, these include Amazon (in first place), Alphabet, Facebook, Salesforce and Tesla. The numbers are based on data from LinkedIn users across the U.S.

Apple raids Silicon Valley Data Science for new hires

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Apple leases new offices near to Apple Park
Apple's building a huge team of data scientists.
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Apple’s data team just got a big talent boost after the company raided a local Silicon Valley consultant firm in hiring spree of data scientists.

Some of Silicon Valley Data Science’s key employees have reportedly joined Apple, giving the company more experts that can analyze data to make products even better.

Apple hires YouTube alum to help with video efforts

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Apple is using YouTube vets to shape its video strategy.
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Apple is stepping up its video game by hiring one of the key employees from YouTube that helped the service become the world’s biggest video streaming platform.

Vijay Karunamurthy, who worked at YouTube in its early years and then went on to co-found the food rating app Nom, has reportedly joined Apple, though the company is staying tight-lipped on what he’s working on.