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The Magic Doesn't Start Where You Think It Does | Episode 425

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Your Bio as an Origin Story: Gamifying the Job Hunt with Jade Arthur | Episode 424

If you're considering gamification for engagement, retention, or loyalty, I'm happy to compare options with you: professorgame.com/chat What if your bio was more than a skills list and your job hunt felt like a well-designed game? We explore with our guest Jade Arthur how to gami ...  Show more

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