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CoffeeChat OS Team Jun 26, 2026

Behavioral questions are predictable — which means they’re preparable. Here’s how to build stories that are specific, honest, and memorable.

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CoffeeChat OS Team Jun 20, 2026

Cases feel intimidating until you see the underlying pattern. Here’s how to start, what to practice, and how to avoid the most common traps.

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CoffeeChat OS Team Jun 14, 2026

A target list is only useful if it drives action. Here’s how to build one that tells you who to contact and what to do next.

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CoffeeChat OS Team Jun 08, 2026

The follow-up matters more than the chat itself. A simple, repeatable routine keeps relationships warm without it taking over your week.

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CoffeeChat OS Team Jun 02, 2026

A loose plan beats winging it. Here’s how to spend the time so you learn a lot, build a real connection, and leave a good impression.

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CoffeeChat OS Team May 27, 2026

A short, specific request that respects someone’s time will out-perform a long, flattering one every time. Here’s the structure that works.

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