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Didn't get the job? 4 questions to propel your career forward

Why rejection presents a valuable opportunity for growth, self-reflection and career refinement.

— Pavitra Raja, Lead — World Economic Forum, Geneva, Switzerland

So you want to work in policy...

You can likely make the leap successfully but the role won’t be for everyone.

— Rell Deshaw, Manager — Government of Canada, Ottawa, ON, Canada

Using foresight to plan for climate impact

How foresight can help cities and communities to prepare for the changing climate.

— Ed Houghton, Director of Research and Innovation — DG Cities at Royal Borough of Greenwich, UK

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Using behavioural system mapping - any live practice?

We're piloting behavioural system mapping with some teams looking at neighbourhood intervention design, and digital inclusion. Is anyone else using this method?

— Ed Houghton, Director of Research and Innovation, DG Cities at Royal Borough of Greenwich

It's so competitive and there's so much talent out there

Are you applying for jobs that you would be perfect for and not getting the job or even an interview? Are you being told the labour market is tough and there is so much talent and competition for every job?

— Paul Carter, HR Business Partner — Home Office, London, UK

Reduce the amount of energy used when you ask questions of AI products

How to write prompts that will save energy in six areas and for the top 5-7 AI products.

— Sandra Hollingshead, Information Assessment Librarian, Library Services — Global Affairs Canada

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Do you know someone who is a force of nature? The UK Met Office has invited the public to submit storm name suggestions for 2025/26, aiming to enhance communication about severe weather events. This initiative, now in its eleventh year, seeks to make storm warnings more relatable and memorable!

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