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What to do when your project keeps expanding, the truth about resume lies, LinkedIn notifications you’ll act 7 phrases to avoid like the plague, plus a great podcast about work/life, the best excel content calendar, and a deep dive into IGTV ually like and more  [Image](  THEUPTAKE Your must-read for tips, trends and tidbits about working in media April 24, 2019 Never say THIS in an interview Things not to say: “I hate my old boss.” “My old boss was an alien lizard disguised as a VP of Marketing.” “The intergalactic marketing overlords are planning an invasion.” “The only thing that can save your company are my superior marketing slash lizard-fighting skills.” [Click for six (more helpful) things not to say in an interview.]( Tiktok. The click is ticking... You knew this day was coming. You thought you could avoid it. “I’ve learned everything about social media I could ever know,” you said, tempting fate with the very words. And now, you can’t put it off any longer. It’s time to learn about Tiktok. You take a deep breath and [plunge into this helpful longread]( and reclaim your crown as Media Genius. Available at fine podcast retailers “You spend a quarter of your life at work. You should enjoy it!” [Check out WorkLife, the TED podcast hosted by organizational psychologist Adam Grant](. Every episode explores the keys to a better work life, with topics like: office jerks, networking, professional rivalry, creative misfits, memory, criticism, and much more. {NAME}, CHECK OUT THESE NEW JOBS FOR YOU [Copywriter Viacom New York City, New York (US)]( [PODCAST HOST - TRAVEL AND SOCIAL ACTION FIELD CATALYST REMOTE]( [Associate Editor Poets & Writers, Inc. New York City, New York (US)]( [Staff Writer, MuscleandFitness.com American Media New York City, New York (US)]( [EXECUTIVE EDITOR Porter & Sail New York City, New York (US)]( [See all new jobs >]( The content cal of your d*R*e*A*m*S! If you know MB, you know we looove a good template. Whether you’re just getting started in social media marketing, or you’re sick of paying for SM dashboards, [here’s a perfectly awesome (free) downloadable Excel content calendar for ya.]( Remember, you can’t spell “template” without “tem” and “plate.” Wait, that doesn’t make any sense... Stand out from the LinkedIn crowd [Job seekers, your LinkedIn could use some love.]( A few things you can do while you’re waiting for your dream job: update your profile pic, proofread your page, add searchable keywords, include a CTA inviting people to get in touch, mention key accomplishments, respond to messages, publish articles. Heck, you could even connect with MB. Maybe your job is pretty great already? One quick way to assess your workplace satisfaction: “For a full week, carry a notepad at all times. Draw a line down the center of a page and label one column ‘Love’ and the other column ‘Loathe.’ Whenever you perform a task, no matter how small, be mindful of how it makes you feel.” [You might be surprised what you discover.]( You. Me. IGTV? You’ve conquered filters, captions, and Stories—but are you an Instagram TV expert yet? Follow this comprehensive guide to getting your long-form video content in front of the right folks. (Bonus points if you post video of a weary old rescue dog becoming best friends with a bubbly baby piglet.) [Get the full IGTV rundown over at Hootsuite.]( Better than a coffee break [Have you heard about Tap In, the new live meditation app?]( Daily at 3 pm ET, join other folks around the world for a ten-minute guided meditation session to help you refocus for those crucial late-afternoon work hours. Find a quiet spot in your office to try it out, and see if you don’t feel more connected, energized, and productive. Want more? Learn a new skill, land a better gig, and get a healthy dose of inspiration at [Mediabistro.]( We’re always open to your ideas and feedback. Just reply to this email. [SEARCH JOBS](  •  [SIGN IN]( You received this email because you subscribed to The Uptake To update your email preferences or unsubscribe, please [click here](. [Mediabistro - 825 8th Avenue - New York, NY - 10019](