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Sometimes, the brightest people are fighting the darkest battles — the ones who always show up, crack a joke, lift others up. They’re the ones who rarely ask for help, even when they need it most.
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As we reflect on Men’s Mental Health, let’s remember:
🕯️ Strength isn’t about never breaking.
💪🏾 It’s about choosing to stand — even when it hurts.

So today Saturday it's my ask, do something simple yet powerful:
📞 Reach out to a friend you haven’t checked in on.
☕ Invite someone for .
💬 Send a message that says, “Hey, just thinking of you.”

You never know what that small act of kindness might mean to someone silently struggling.

Let’s normalize checking in — not just when something seems wrong, but because we care.

Will you call?

𝘼𝙄 𝙞𝙨 𝙣𝙤𝙬 𝙗𝙚𝙞𝙣𝙜 𝙪𝙨𝙚𝙙 𝙩𝙤 𝙖𝙨𝙨𝙚𝙨𝙨 𝙘𝙖𝙣𝙙𝙞𝙙𝙖𝙩𝙚𝙨
is being used for the initial screening . Here’s how to nail a one-way , where you record answers to preset questions and submit them online.
🔹 1️⃣ Understand the Format
You’ll receive a link (often through a platform like VidCruiter, Hirevue, or Sparkhire).
You’ll have:
A set number of pre-recorded questions
Usually 30–60 seconds to read each question before recording
A set time limit (1–3 minutes) per answer
Sometimes one or two chances to re-record
Check your email or platform instructions carefully for: ✅ Whether you can redo answers
✅ Total time allowed per question
✅ Deadline to submit
🔹 2️⃣ Prepare Your Setup
Lighting: Sit facing a window or use a lamp behind your device for even light
Background: Clean, neutral, minimal distractions
Camera angle: Eye-level — prop up your laptop if needed
Sound: Quiet room, mic test beforehand
Dress professionally (same as in-person) — business casual or slightly formal
🔹 3️⃣ Practice the Most Likely Questions
💬 Example questions:
1. “Tell us about yourself and why you want to work at Alnoor Damji Coaching & Consulting Career Services - iamalnoor.com
2. “Describe a time you provided exceptional customer service.”
3. “How do you handle a difficult customer or situation?”
4. “Why do you think you’d be a good fit for Alnoor Damji Coaching & Consulting Career Services - iamalnoor.com
Prepare short, story-based answers using the STAR method:

𝗦𝗶𝘁𝘂𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
𝗧𝗮𝘀𝗸
𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻
𝗥𝗲𝘀𝘂𝗹𝘁

🎥 Tip: Practice recording yourself on your phone to check your tone, pace, and body language.
🔹 4️⃣ Deliver with Energy and Warmth
Look directly at the camera, not the screen

Smile naturally and show genuine enthusiasm

Speak clearly and at a steady pace

Keep answers concise (60–90 seconds)

🔹 5️⃣ Before Submitting

✅ Watch each recording (if allowed)
✅ Check for clear audio & centered framing
✅ Ensure your name matches the application
✅ Submit early — not last minute in case of upload delays

🔹 6️⃣ Pro Tip

Have a Post-it near your camera with 2–3 words:
👉🏾 “Smile – Confident – Authentic”
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